Simple tips to create more time each day

Though it’s impossible to add more minutes to the day, these tips can help you spend more time with those you love.

Enjoy more stress-free time with the kids

The following tips and tricks can help parents cut down on their stress so they can enjoy more quality time together as a family.

Entertain guests with a DIY taco station

Looking for a fun and healthy dinner idea to serve at your next get-together? This easy, do-it-yourself taco station is the perfect meal to serve for quick weeknight dinners or parties.

Holiday gifts to bring cheer to coffee and tea lovers

Delight the coffee connoisseur and tea aficionado on your holiday gift list with this season’s newest array of on-trend coffee brewers, colorful stovetop teakettles, and elegantly crafted infuser-style tea brewers.

What’s new and noteworthy for gifting the cook this holiday season

When seeking cookware gifts for friends and family, here are a few new collections to consider.

Entertain summer guests with a DIY taco station

Tired of eating the same old staples of burgers and hot dogs at barbecues? Try this easy-to-make, do-it-yourself taco station that lets you do some simple prep beforehand. Arrange ingredients in fun serving bowls and have guests serve themselves for a delicious fiesta.

Free up your summer with simple time-saving tips

With so many fun things to do, who wants to stay cooped up indoors with housework and a to-do list? Make sure you’re able to take advantage of everything the season has to offer with these tips that can help you spend more time under the sun.

Enjoy a stress-free summer with the kids

Between camp, going on holidays and playdates, summer vacation can feel like endless planning and shuffling from activity to activity. Fortunately, you can use these tips and tricks to cut down on your stress and enjoy quality family time together.

Gifts for the cook, baker and entertainer: Top 10 under $50

Delight and inspire the cook, baker and home entertainer with affordable gifts of well-crafted cookware, stoneware, bakeware, and kitchen accessories. Here are 10 kitchen gift ideas under $50 to consider for culinary enthusiasts.

Cook up the perfect pizza for your Super Bowl party

Make this delicious meal for your guests, whether you serve it at a home or tailgate party.

Prepare an authentic charcuterie party platter this Super Bowl

Artisanal charcuterie meats have exploded in popularity recently, so just watch as your party guests line up to get a taste of your own chef-guided platter. These savory plates make a perfect appetizer or even a light meal.

Charcuterie meats for perfect Super Bowl party paninis

Serve these tantalizing crusty bread sandwiches to your guests.

Author and mom offers 5 simple tips to get dinner on the table

The challenge working parents face in maintaining work-life balance is often compared to a juggling act. Finding time together, especially on weeknights when family schedules tend to be hectic, is no small task.

Holiday hosting how-to: Party pointers from three of Napa’s premier winemakers

Each year, holiday hosts face the challenge of setting their seasonal soirées apart from all the other parties guests attend between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.

Gifts for the family cook spread holiday cheer all year

For the gift that keeps on giving long after the holidays, consider well-crafted kitchen tools and equipment that will inspire cooks to create delicious meals and treats all year round. To get started, here’s a short list of ten affordable culinary gifts under $50, including many that are new for this season:

Kitchen Gift-Giving Made Easy with Personality Profiles

hose names on your holiday gift list are more than just people — they’re personalities. This simple shift in perspective can go a long way to help narrow down gift selections.

Star winemakers put a Napa Valley holiday within your reach

If the obligations of the holidays tend to leave you feeling frazzled, you might do well to take a lesson from top Napa Valley winemakers, who know a thing or two about slowing down and enjoying the good things in life — in style.

Safety tips for outdoor meals and entertainment

The warm weather is finally here, so it's time to get ready for that first backyard barbecue bash.
CSA Group, a leading certification and testing organization, offers these important tips for a safe, seamless summer soiree -- try saying that three times quickly!

Gather around the grill this Father's Day

It's all about remembering Dad's favorites on Father's Day. While everyone relaxes and enjoys the serenity of the backyard, these ribs will be slowly cooking to mouth-watering perfection.

Tips for perfectly grilled vegetables

One of the highlights of the summer season is the incredible bounty of fresh produce, and grilling these vegetables gives them a smoky, delicious dimension. Chef BBQ Naz, a grilling expert from Broil King, shares some simple tips for flavor perfection.

Give the gifts that keep on grilling

The summer celebration season is under way, and to help you find the perfect gift for the outdoor chef on your list the grilling experts at Broil King have put together a list of items for every type of grill master.

The right grilling tool is gold to the backyard chef

Recent improvements in the design and engineering of gas grills have transformed the art of grilling. From searing and rotisserie cooking to planking and smoking, gas grills now provide chefs with several different grilling techniques to develop flavours, textures and aromas.

Insider tips for a sizzling barbecue season

Nothing is more disappointing than trying to grill that perfect steak when your barbecue just won't heat up and cook the way it used to.

Grill a sumptuous Mediterranean pizza pie

Taken from the new edition of the Griller's Handbook (by Broil King), this recipe provides an excellent base for grilled pizza, with options to change toppings for your flavor preference:

Gifts to thrill your dad at the barbecue

With Father's Day right around the corner, you can go back to the old standby tie and golf tees package or you can step up to something that will come in handy every time your dad (or anyone else) fires up the grill.

Is your grill ready for your culinary imagination?

Achieve authentic barbecue flavor every time you grill

When purchasing a new gas grill, informed shoppers usually put "delivering fabulous flavor" at the top of their expectations list. The experts at Broil King agree with this priority, and offer these quick tips to make sure you get authentic barbecue flavor every time.

Maple Smoked Ribs

Recipe for Maple Smoked Ribs

The hottest new grilling trends

Canadians and Americans love their gas grills, but some feel that grilling over gas loses some of the flavor associated with charcoal and smoke. Well worry no more. There are numerous grilling planks and wood chips available (GrillPro, for example, has a full line of flavors) that, when combined with the cooking power of a Broil King gas grill, allow backyard chefs to taste the smoky flavor of wood while cooking with the convenience of gas. Tender, smoky ribs, roasts and seafood can be achieved with ease.

Grills, Grills Everywhere ... how do I choose?

Choosing your grill should start with thinking about how you want to cook for family and friends. Having been in the business almost 30 years and cooked thousands of meals, the grilling family at Broil King recommend that you ask yourself the following questions before you venture to your local grill store.

Stress-Free Holiday Entertaining -- A Dozen Ways to Keep Calm and Carry On

Whether you're a seasoned cook and veteran at throwing parties, or new to the art of entertaining, hosting family and friends can provoke a condition that has been coined, "kitchen performance anxiety." With the holidays upon us, Meyer Corporation, U.S., the largest cookware company in America with long standing brands, such as Farberware and Anolon, enlisted the advice of Los Angeles-based party expert Diane Rossen Worthington for tips on how to alleviate stress and gain confidence hosting parties this time of year, and all four seasons.

Who needs alcohol in their whisky?

If you like the taste of whisky when socializing but don't want the alcohol, or the calories, take a look at the world's first alcohol-free whisky-flavored drink.

New whisky-flavored drink creates tasty alcohol-free cocktails

If you like the taste of whisky when socializing but don't want to risk impairment, take a look at the world's first alcohol-free, whisky-flavored drink. Called ArKay, it has the appearance, taste, and aroma of traditional whisky -- but with zero alcohol and zero calories -- and just like any shot, it is popular for drinking straight-up, on the rocks, with your favourite mixers, or blended in a cocktail.

How to avoid even one alcoholic drink

Alcohol has its place in society but not behind the wheel -- and not at all if you're the designated driver, responsible adults agree. For university students and baby boomers alike, just one drink of alcohol can impair the senses to a degree, and just one seems to lead too easily to another.

A guide to grilling with wood and smoke

Slow smoked chicken, ribs, and brisket are staples of the traditional American barbecue. The deep smoky flavors and fall-off-the-bone tenderness is a hallmark of the low-and-slow -- a low temperature, cooked over a long time -- cooking technique.

Recipe gives a tantalizing taste to Grilled Vegetable Napoleons

Hot, lazy summer days are too precious to waste in the kitchen. Enhance your outdoor leisure time with a visit to a local farmer's stand or market to choose fresh vegetables for this colorful recipe.

Give the gift that keeps on grilling

Every seasoned backyard griller has a favorite tool. It could be an oversized turner, a pair of tongs that fits their hand just right, or even just a trusty grill brush. With summer celebrations just around the corner, the grilling experts at Broil King have some original gift ideas for the barbecue enthusiast.

Spring cleaning tips for the grill

It doesn't matter whether you barbecue year-round, or put the barbecue away for the winter, it's always a good idea to clean it thoroughly once or twice a year. Take a look these tips to make the job easier:

Bring the steakhouse home

Mouth-watering, flavorful steaks have made the steakhouse a family favorite. Now, you can re-create those same savory steaks at home with this easy recipe and grilling guide.

Tips to make you a barbecue hero

Before you venture to your local grill store in search of a new barbecue, here are a few things to consider:

Potluck's Back -- Let's Eat!

By: Carla Jordan

Call it a sign of the times or just plain good luck for those of us yearning to swap fast food fare for some tasty home cooking. Potluck gatherings are back and one of this year's hottest trends in entertaining.

Barbecued Chicken Wings -- Surefire Super Bowl Winners!

Grilling chicken wings is an easy way to feed a crowd on Super Bowl Sunday. How to grill them can be a challenge. The grilling experts at Broil King have some tips to make your life easier when it comes to preparing delicious grilled chicken wings.

Score Big With Guests At Your Super Bowl Party

Try these chicken wings during the big game, or any other time. Broilkingbbq.com offers a wide variety of recipes, tips, and tricks for everyone from the novice griller to the die-hard outdoor chef. The barbecue chefs at Broil King have developed this recipe for delicious grilled wings.

Winter Grilling Tips & Tricks

Barbecuing isn't just for the lazy days of summer. Delicious grilled meals are easy to prepare year-round. Here are a few tips for winter barbecuing that are important to remember before you get the snow shovel out.

A fishy New Year's resolution

Do you think that all New Year's resolutions are a bit fishy? Perhaps you're suspicious of the fads that appear each January, offering us the latest in fitness and diet trends that promise a slimmer you in the year to come.

Don't forget the food this Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras is a celebration many people look forward to. A carnival in which revelers are known for losing their inhibitions, Mardi Gras has many traditions beyond just enjoying a beverage or two.

A decadent Valentine's Day dessert

It seems that even the most steadfast dieters make room for a little dessert come Valentine's Day. What better than a trifle that's both impressive to the tastebuds and the eyes this holiday?

Patio clean-up for seasonal entertaining

Outdoor entertaining is a primary component of the warm-weather season. Individuals flock to their backyard patios and decks to barbecue or simply soak up a little sun.

Creating a Delicious Party Together -- Tips to Newlyweds on Entertaining With Ease

Part of the fun of getting married and establishing a home together is sharing your new life -- and showing off all your exciting wedding presents -- with friends and family. Hosting parties and get-togethers is part of a typical rite of passage for newlyweds, and like any new venture, can lead to some anxiety.

What not to serve at a wedding

Couples often fret over what to serve their guests at the reception, and rightfully so. Reception costs can comprise a majority of the wedding-day budget. When spending $100 or more per guest, you want to ensure you're getting what you paid for and that guests enjoy what they're eating.

Feed on these wedding favor ideas

Do you have a shelf or cabinet that's filled to the brim with wedding favors such as engraved ice cream scoopers, cake servers, cheese spreaders or tea light candle holders? If you do, you're not alone. As couples pore over guest favor options, many select trinkets or knickknacks that, while thoughtful, end up collecting dust in someone's home. Edible gifts also can be thoughtful -- and flavorful!

Use cuisine to create a wedding to remember

Despite the months of planning and poring over every minute detail of a wedding, it has often been said that what people remember most about wedding receptions is the food and if they had fun. Therefore, instead of worrying about choosing Jordan almonds over chocolate truffles, or whether the cake should have an extra tier, couples may want to pay more attention to selecting their reception menus.

Unique reception touches

Over the course of their lifetimes, many people will be wedding guests on several occasions. During the height of wedding season, weddings can run into one another, as the format and the festivities are similar at various ceremonies. Couples interested in setting their nuptials apart may want to enhance the wedding reception with a few unique ideas.

Impressive holiday entertaining with Atlantic salmon

With the holiday season approaching again, our thoughts turn to entertaining friends and family over mouth-watering food and a bit of the bubbly. And while in hindsight we often remember the best of the season -- the good cheer, relaxed atmosphere and delighted taste buds -- we too often forget the stress and preparation that come before a holiday party at home.

Where it's smoked it's delicious

Smoking is one of the oldest ways to preserve fish, used long before refrigeration. And while smoked salmon has been a standard as an appetizer in entertaining for decades, it has come a long way from its traditional roots.

Make the holiday season sparkle even more

The holidays are a festive time of year when people come together to socialize and recall good times shared through the years. At the heart of the holidays are moments for endless entertaining.

Holiday Entertaining Simplified Time- and Money-Saving Tips for Holiday Gatherings

The holidays are a season for savoring moments with loved ones shared over delicious foods. Whether you prefer buffet get-togethers or intimate dinners, simplifying the details by planning and prepping as much as possible in advance are surefire ways to save time and money. Here are a few helpful tips to take the stress out of holiday entertaining by keeping it simple and budget-friendly.

3 Tips for the perfect holiday buffet

The countdown to the holidays is on, bringing with it the challenge of how to serve a large gathering fast and easy. Fear not! There's a simple solution. Forego the traditional, full-service, sit-down meal and opt instead for a buffet-style serving. Follow these three steps and yours will be a gathering remembered with fondness by both your guests and you.

Meal fit for vegetarian holiday guests

The holiday season is a special time of year when many people choose to spend time with the people they love the most. Gatherings of friends and family occur throughout the holiday season. These gatherings might surround a specific holiday, but even those people with a religious affiliation use the holidays as an opportunity to reconnect with those closest to them.

Planning the holiday meal

Perhaps the most anticipated aspect of the holiday season is the lavish holiday meal. Many people look forward to the food just as much as they look forward to the festivities. This could be why the average person gains a pound or two from the period of Thanksgiving up until New Year's Day.

Host a merry, memorable holiday party

The holidays are the most festive time of the year, and no holiday season is complete without a party or two with family and friends. Be it to celebrate a religious holiday or to ring in the New Year, a holiday party is an essential element to the holiday season.

Origins of a holiday staple

The thick, spiced drink we know as eggnog has become synonymous with the holidays. It is so linked with the Christmas season that a person may be hard-pressed to find it sold in the supermarket any other time of the year. But eggnog wasn't always the holiday beverage it has become.

Delicious sugar cookies

Part of the enjoyment of the holiday season involves spending time in the kitchen whipping up delicious treats. Particularly for young children, baking sugar cookies with Mom or Dad and then decorating the creations can be a festive way to spend a day.

3 Tips for the perfect holiday buffet

Which fish are sustainable? Making environmentally friendly seafood choices

Believe it or not, our daily diets can have a profound impact on the environment. This is especially true for seafood lovers, who can choose to buy specific types of seafood that are more eco-friendly.

Figuring the turkey-to-person ratio

Thanksgiving holds different meanings to different people. Some feel it is a day for being generous or giving thanks through unselfish deeds. Others feel it is a time to sit around with family sharing stories of the year. Still many others simply look forward to the day for football.

The Gift of Good Taste that Lasts Quality Cookware on Any Budget

Managing a holiday shopping budget can be a daunting task. While there's constant temptation to buy the latest must-have on the "hot" list, it pays to mindfully shy away from fads in favor of gifts that offer genuine value and lasting enjoyment.

Ideas abound for budget-friendly holiday meals

With so many people looking for alternatives to costly holiday fare, newspapers, magazines and online cooking sites are overflowing with great ideas. But the key to hosting a successful seasonal meal is not simply finding interesting recipes and purchasing lower-cost foods, but in creating and organizing a menu that works from start to finish. The easiest way to do that? Make a plan and stick to it.

Atlantic salmon recipes make four-meals-in-one

First make enough glazed salmon for all recipes; serve four fillets for dinner; then use the leftover salmon for lunches and dinners later.

Save money with an intimate, elegant night in

One of the most popular ways to make date night memorable without breaking the bank is to have an intimate and elegant evening at home. Evenings in come with all the good things an enjoyable night out on the town provides, such as good company and a delicious meal, but none of the baggage like waiting for a table or finding a place to park or getting a large bill at the end of the evening.

Fresh salmon -- the new super fast food for multi-tasking moms

Fresh salmon is the answer for time pressed moms and can help address the growing obesity issue in children, says Holly Clegg, recognized author, chef, and working mother.

Beware foods that may not be vegetarian or vegan

Vegetarians and vegans face the challenge of finding foods that fit with their lifestyles and ideals. There are many foods that aren't vegetarian- or vegan-friendly but might appear to be so. That's because these foods contain certain ingredients that are largely animal-based products.

Basic pizza dough recipe a kitchen staple

Pizza is among the most popular foods for adults and children alike. Since it was first enjoyed hundreds of years ago, billions of slices of pizza have been eaten worldwide. Americans alone eat approximately 350 slices per second.

Tomatoes inspire simple, delicious meals

Creating simple, delicious meals does not have to be difficult. With the right ingredients on hand and a little know-how, you can create tasty meals right from your own kitchen. Italian dishes full of flavorful, fresh, tomato bases are some of the most popular around.

Fajitas fit for a fiesta

Few types of cuisine are as beloved as Mexican cuisine. Whether celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a fiesta at home or simply looking for a quick meal when you're craving Mexican food, the following recipe for "Spicy Chicken Fajitas" from the Cooking Light "Fresh Food, Fast Weeknight Meals" (Oxmoor House) is sure to please.

Beef up your fiesta with burritos

Popular among Hispanics and non-Hispanics alike, Mexican cuisine can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Juevos rancheros can be a great way to begin your day, tacos make an ideal and easily prepared lunch, and burritos are a fulfilling option at dinner time.

Hearty meal ideal for celebrating Hispanic heritage

When celebrating Hispanic heritage, no celebration is complete without a hearty meal enjoyed with family and friends. In addition to notable accomplishments in all walks of life, Hispanics have thrived with respect to cuisine.

Dinnertime can be family time, too

Today's families are busier and more budget conscious than ever. With kids more engrossed in extracurricular activities and Mom and Dad fighting to make ends meet in a still struggling economy, time spent together as a family is increasingly scarce.

Entertaining in a pet-friendly home

Pets are prized pals in many households. However, guests invited over for a special occasion who are not as enamored with animals may not be anxious about sharing party space with Fido or the family feline. In such instances, it's up to the host to make guests feel more comfortable.

The business of hosting Make your business dinner a success

Doing business over dinner is as old as business itself. When done correctly, a business dinner can lay the foundation for a lasting and fruitful partnership between company and client. If the business dinner somehow goes awry, those clients may never come back.

Food safety pointers for parties

Food is an integral part of any special event, party or impromptu get-together. Ensuring the food is handled and served in a safe manner is the key to keeping guests from getting ill.

Cost-cutting entertainment tips

Cost-cutting measures are being taken in nearly every aspect of life. Thanks to the still-struggling economy, people are routinely looking for and finding ways to save money. And hosting a party for friends and family is no exception.

Get guests moving with dance songs

A party is often made more memorable with some music, especially if hosts want to entice guests to dance. Whether you're hiring a DJ or simply putting together a playlist of songs, you may want to consider these tunes -- all of them with "dance" in the title.

Simple ways to save when dining out

In light of the economic downturn of the last several years, many couples and families have chosen to forgo dining out in an effort to save money. Though such decisions may not have helped the restaurant industry, they have helped consumers save substantial amounts of money.

These 5 foods can trigger allergies

Food allergies are something often associated with children. That's because most children grow out of their food allergies early in childhood. However, not all youngsters see their allergies go away, and many adults have allergic reactions to food throughout their lives.

Dinner party prep How to ready your home for dinner guests

Hosting a dinner party is about more than just preparing food for guests. One of the more demanding tasks when inviting others over is preparing the home for the special guests, whether those guests are friends, family members or professional colleagues.

What to do if Mother Nature rains on your party

When hosting a party, hosts know there are many variables beyond their control. For those throwing a party in the great outdoors, no element is more uncontrollable than the weather.

Portable desserts make outdoor entertaining fun

People have long had a fascination with all things served on a stick. From kabobs to corn dogs, a ready-made handle can make eating on-the-go that much easier. With a little ingenuity, it's possible to serve cake on a stick as well, opening up a variety of unique possibilities for entertaining.

Tips for a festive 4th of July party

To Americans, Independence Day is a meaningful holiday and often the centerpiece of summertime festivities. Commonly referred to as the 4th of July, the holiday celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, in which the colonies officially declared their independence from Great Britain.

What's really in a hot dog?

For many years, hot dogs have received their share of bad publicity. Uncertainty about secret ingredients housed within that outer membrane have caused many to fear the humble hot dog. In truth, there isn't much mystery to the contents of frankfurters, and people needn't fear the worst.

What to look for in a reception venue

Engaged couples must make assorted important decisions with regards to their wedding day. For some, the process of planning a wedding can be overwhelming, while others revel in each and every decision.

Flavorful wedding cakes

A tiered wedding cake is often a fitting conclusion to a wedding reception. Today's brides and grooms are experimenting with cake flavors and designs so their cake is a unique representation of their persona as a couple.

Canadian confection perfect for Canada Day celebrations

Canada Day is a day of celebration across the great country of Canada. Backyard barbecues, parades and fireworks displays are part of the festivities that celebrate Canadian independence.

Out to dinner What you need for your outdoor kitchen

A growing number of homeowners are dining out, and not at a fancy restaurant -- but in the comfort of their own backyards. The trend toward outdoor kitchens and dining spaces enables people to head "out to dinner" any time they want.

Portable desserts make outdoor entertaining fun

Safety in the sun Make your backyard barbecue as safe as it is fun

Few summer traditions are as beloved as the backyard barbecue. Typically laid back get-togethers with family and friends, backyard barbecues are synonymous with warm weather and the relaxed atmosphere that such weather promotes.

Block party an ideal way to celebrate warm-weather holidays

The warm-weather season is often awash with opportunities to host parties and other celebrations. The months of June, July and August are commonly a prime time for birthday parties, graduations, celebrations of national independence like Independence Day and Canada Day and general social occasions among friends and neighbors. A block or neighborhood party can be a distinctive way to have a good time and share celebrations on a group level.

Birthday party basics

When children enter school their circle of friends expands. This means that when their next birthday arrives, there may be requests to invite the entire class to the party. Parents facing the prospect of 20 or more children may wonder what to do in this instance.

Make Date Night a Great Night

Great food, wine and a little design are the perfect ingredients for creating a special date night. HGTV host and interior designer Monica Pedersen, of Dream Home and Designed to Sell fame, is the perfect guide to help you design a memorable date night. Whether your budget is big or small, the secret to a fabulous date is making the extra effort to show someone that you think they're special.

Add Some Sparkle To Your Next Soiree

Hosting family and friends for a relaxing get-together is fun regardless of the time of year. Come the holiday season, families often gather around the dinner table to catch up over a good meal and a few drinks. During the warmer months, it can be fun to don some sandals, dust off your favorite Hawaiian shirt and host a backyard barbecue for those closest to you.

How To Enliven Your Outdoor Entertaining

Outdoor get-togethers typically make for memorable affairs. Be it a picnic in the park, a backyard barbecue or a tailgate in the parking lot at the big game, fresh air always seems to add more fun to the festivities.

Home Entertainment Networking Made Easy

In the early days of home television entertainment a consumer had a television with one plug -- a power cord -- that was plugged into an electrical outlet. That was all that was needed to get their viewing experience up and running. Today it's an entirely different story, and many people ready to outfit their homes with home entertainment systems and networks do not really know where to begin.

Cheese Can Be a Part of a Healthy Diet

It is certainly hard to deny the appeal of cheese. On top of a burger, cheese makes every bite better. Mixed into pasta, it can turn the average dinner into a feast. And what child (or child at heart) doesn't enjoy a satisfying grilled cheese sandwich every now and then?

2011 Is a Big Year for the Brits

In recent months, much of the world's attention has been turned in the direction of Great Britian. Thanks to high-profile wins during awards season and the royal nuptials, the public can't seem to get enough of English exports -- including one of it's most famous: Tea!

Soup For Cinco de Mayo

Though many Americans might be unaware of the history surrounding Cinco de Mayo, in America it remains a popular day of celebration, not unlike American celebrations of Saint Patrick's Day and Chinese New Year. For those hosting a Cinco de Mayo celebration this year, consider the following recipe for "Mexican Gazpacho" from "Easy Entertaining," (Ryland, Peters & Small).

Spruce Up Your Kitchen for Healthy Cooking

Looking for innovative ways to make your goal of getting healthier this year stick? Try sprucing up your kitchen so that you're inspired to lighten up your cooking and eating habits.

Choosing Cookware with Confidence, Dispelling Misconceptions for Perfect Match at Bridal Registries

Getting married can be a full time job, especially when it comes to deciding what to register for wedding gifts. A seemingly endless array of kitchen products for cooking and entertaining can entice, but also overwhelm bridal couples.

The Taj Mahal of All Pizzas

With Americans collectively eating 100 acres of pizza every day, it's no wonder Congress designated an entire month "Pizza Month" back in 1987. The $30 billion industry has come a long way since then, evolving into an edible platform for introducing exotic flavors like newcomer Indian fusion and its sales-booming naan pizza.

How-To Guide to Holiday Hosting

The holidays are once again right around the corner, and families across the country are preparing to reunite.

The Great Indoors How to Host a Foolproof Picnic From the Comforts of Home

Who doesn't love a picnic? The sun on your back, the birds chirping overhead, the wasps buzzing ... buzzing so close ... dangerously close, really. Oh boy. And where is that wine opener? You forgot the wine opener, huh?

How to Throw the Best Backyard Barbecue

With fall just over the horizon, kids across the country are getting ready to return to school while Moms and Dads are saying so long to summer office hours. Though it might seem as if autumn is right around the corner, the nation’s grill masters know there’s still plenty of time to revel in one of summer’s most beloved summer traditions.

Cook Meals in an Eco-Friendly Way

Going green can extend to the kitchen, and not only by the appliances one uses -- but also by how one cooks meals.

Turn to Puff Pastry As An Entertaining Staple

Anyone entertaining friends may want to investigate the versatility of puff pastry for hors d'oeuvres, main courses and desserts.

Give Guests the Food They Love

For hosts hoping to give their holiday party an Italian theme from the first appetizing hors d'oeuvre to the final delectable dab of dessert, consider the following recipe for "Panettone Sundae with Berries" courtesy of Bauducco, makers of America's most popular Italian sweet bread.

Table Setting Etiquette

Understanding a few basics of table setting can take the mystery out of this ages-old custom. It can also help everyone feel like a fine diner when sitting down to a formal meal.

Best Food Choices for a Crowd

Some people cringe at the thought of hosting a crowd, not because of the people, but because they don't know where to start regarding food.

Finding the Right Restaurant for Your Dinner Party

Over the last couple of years, dining out has become an even bigger luxury than it once was. Thanks to the struggling economy, many people have decided to cut back on spending, and dining out has become casualty of such events.

A Healthy and Uplifting Alternative to Standard Party Fare

Recipe for Baby Dumpling Squash Stuffed with Rice Medley.

Did You Know?

Lactose intolerance occurs when an individual is unable to fully digest the milk sugar, or lactose, in dairy products. Also known as lactase deficiency, lactose intolerance is not typically dangerous but it can be very uncomfortable.

How to Get People to RSVP

One common problem when hosting a party is sending out invitations only to have a handful of people actually respond. There are ways to entice others to say "yea" or "nay" to the invite.

8 Host or Hostess Gift Ideas

When friends or family members choose to open their homes to others, it is customary for guests to offer a gift of thanks in return.

Did You Know?

Arguably the most widely known song in the English language, "Happy Birthday to You" is credited to a pair of Kentucky sisters.

Plan a Party for Different Palates

Planning a party can have its share of ups and down. Depending on the party's degree of formality, the planning can range from super-stressful to incredibly easy. For more formal functions, planning can be on the stressful side, as hosts want to impress their guests.

The Green Party: Hosting an Eco-Friendly Get-Together

Today's party hosts and partygoers are increasingly eco-conscious. With so much emphasis on protecting the planet and preserving resources, party hosts are under pressure to throw a party that's not only fun, but earth-friendly as well.

Dining on a Dollar How to Save When Dining Out

While it's important to watch spending, that doesn't mean dining out must continue to be an unaffordable luxury. In fact, there are many ways to enjoy dining out and still save money.

How to Cater Your Own Party

There are many reasons to cater your own event. Perhaps you desire ethnic or regional foods not readily available. Maybe your venue cannot accommodate the number of people you desired. Generally, however, people choose to self-cater to save money. Hiring a caterer may cost in excess of $30 per person. You can typically cut your costs in half by doing it yourself with the right planning.

Trim Fat Without Trimming Taste

Eating healthy has never been more popular. Whereas cooking shows once focused on making meals as delicious as possible, nowadays such shows place an equal emphasis on health and taste.

Stocking the Home Bar

When outfitting the home bar, here are the essentials to have on hand to make most of the common drinks a person can find in bars and restaurants.

Sweet Potatoes Give Dessert a Healthy Spin

Sometimes getting children (and adults) to eat their vegetables is an uphill battle. It doesn't have to be that way when vegetables are part of a delicious dessert.

Indoor Entertaining Success

Statistics show that more people are entertaining at home these days. Most experts chalk it up to money-saving tactics in this difficult economy. Generally, entertaining at home is less expensive than having a party at a restaurant or party hall.

Shortcuts for Fast Weeknight Meals

It is possible to create healthy meals the entire family will enjoy with planning and smart time management in the kitchen.

Fun, Family Event

At-home entertaining can be fun and easy when you pick a theme everyone will love. Movies transcend many generations, and can prove the ideal backdrop for a special night under the stars with friends and family.

Enhance Your Grilling Experience With a Spice Rub

Marinades and spice rubs can add extra flavor to foods cooked on the grill. Allowing them to penetrate the meat enables the flavors to be even more pronounced.

Don't Get Burned by Grilling Myths

Are you ready to get cooking? Grilling is a staple of summertime entertainment, and some people even grill 12 months a year. As long as grilling has been around, myths have circulated about this popular means to preparing a meal. Let's set the record straight.

Great Grilling: Summertime Entertaining Made Simple

he backyard barbecue is one of America's most beloved, iconic traditions. Summertime entertaining season is upon us once again, meaning it's time to perfect your grilling game to avoid falling into the same old rut. Boring burgers and ho-hum hot dogs can get old fast, but it's easier than you might think to add a spark to your outdoor cooking.

A Tasty and Healthy Alternative to Burgers

But grill masters need not limit their passion for patties to hamburgers. In fact, the following recipe for "Turkey Patties" from Rebecca Katz's "One Bite at a Time" (Celestial Arts) makes for a healthy and delicious alternative ideal for the grill. For extra flavor, consider whipping up a batch of "Grandma Nora's Salsa Verde" (see box).

Easy, Healthy and Practically Homemade: The Perfect Recipe for Simple, Sophisticated Entertaining

The thought of cranking up the oven, slaving over the stove or sweating outside by the grill can be enough to make even the best party planners think twice about throwing that annual summertime soiree. But before you scrap your summer plans altogether, consider small changes that can make warm weather entertaining simple and stress free for guests and hosts alike.

Make Your Own Occasion Cake

If you have ever watched a cooking network show and thought, "I can make a delicious, scratch-made cake with fancy decorations," then you may be right. However, you may not need to have all of the expertise of master bakers or do everything homemade.

Dos and Don'ts of Grilling Safely

Grilling can be an ideal way to add delicious flavor to foods and turn cooking into a communal atmosphere in the backyard. However, far too often individuals employ unsafe practices while grilling and barbecuing that can be potentially dangerous. When preparing to grill, follow these dos and don'ts.

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