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The Food Column: Learn the science behind wine and cheese

The Food Column: Learn the science behind wine and cheese

2013-05-23 00:16:58

Upcoming food events include a Carnegie Science Center one exploring the science behind wine and cheese.


Grilling season kicks off: trends to watch, recipes to inspire

Grilling season kicks off: trends to watch, recipes to inspire

2013-05-23 00:15:43

Skewers, sticks and swords galore for every manner of meat, fish and vegetable. (And you must try Bobby Flay's tuna kofte.)


Plant yourself on a farm for dinner

Plant yourself on a farm for dinner

2013-05-23 00:12:12

A Pittsburgh-area chef is gearing up for a series of farm dinners.


Kitchen Mailbox: Get the fat out ... and still enjoy it

Kitchen Mailbox: Get the fat out ... and still enjoy it

2013-05-23 00:07:28

A new book from America's Test Kitchen gets the fat our of your favorite comfort-food recipes.


What's for Dinner: Red Curry Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

What's for Dinner: Red Curry Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

2013-05-22 00:05:23

These Thai-inspired shrimp kebabs are spicy, but those not so adventurous can cut back on the red curry and/or pepper flakes.


Roanoke's favorite combo speaks to its Southern roots

Roanoke's favorite combo speaks to its Southern roots

2013-05-19 00:17:34

Gourmet classics, Peanut Soup and Spoonbread, date back to the 1700s in America.


Miriam's Garden: On the dark side of the moon

Miriam's Garden: On the dark side of the moon

2013-05-16 21:08:01

Our columnist finds hope amid spring storms and budding plants in her slow growing garden.


What's for Dinner: Shirataki Noodles Stir-Fry

What's for Dinner: Shirataki Noodles Stir-Fry

2013-05-15 00:07:49

Carb- and calorie-free, shirataki noodles are an excellent source of fiber. They're traditionally served in soup.


One Good Recipe: Rhubarb, Strawberry and Ricotta Turnovers with Cream-Cheese Pastry

One Good Recipe: Rhubarb, Strawberry and Ricotta Turnovers with Cream-Cheese Pastry

2013-05-09 00:08:34

It's the cream cheese that does it: Rhubarb, Strawberry and Ricotta Turnovers are good for Shavuot and spring.


What mom doesn't enjoy simple recipes?

What mom doesn't enjoy simple recipes?

2013-05-09 00:05:58

We compile and test several simple recipes you can make for the mom in your life.


What's for Dinner: Angel Biscuits with Cheesy Eggs and Bacon

What's for Dinner: Angel Biscuits with Cheesy Eggs and Bacon

2013-05-08 00:04:03

These delectable biscuits feature everyone's favorite morning food: bacon and eggs.


Miriam's Garden: The first glimpse of spring in the garden

Miriam's Garden: The first glimpse of spring in the garden

2013-05-02 00:11:09

Miriam Rubin and her garden are being transformed, once again, by spring.


The Food Column: Make your favorite classic snacks at home

The Food Column: Make your favorite classic snacks at home

2013-05-02 00:09:41

Western Pennsylvania native Casey Barber's "Classic Snacks" book shows you how to make "just about every major junk-food item known to man."


Inside dinner-in-a-box: HelloFresh delivers a week of meals

Inside dinner-in-a-box: HelloFresh delivers a week of meals

2013-05-02 00:07:58

The PG's Gretchen McKay takes a look at a new grocery delivery service that can make dinner a snap.


What's for Dinner: Shredded Pork in Ancho-Orange Sauce

What's for Dinner: Shredded Pork in Ancho-Orange Sauce

2013-05-01 00:08:18

It's Cinco de Mayo on Sunday, which means it's time to find that perfect Mexican recipe to pair with a pitcher of margaritas.


Marathoners: Take these recipes and run with them

Marathoners: Take these recipes and run with them

2013-04-25 00:14:05

PG food writer Gretchen McKay provides ways to carbo load before the Pittsburgh Marathon.


The Food Column: When kids love mom's new recipes, dinner's a treat

The Food Column: When kids love mom's new recipes, dinner's a treat

2013-04-25 00:02:24

Mom's two new recipes score points with her kids at dinner time.


What's for dinner: Tomato Almond Pesto with Spaghetti

What's for dinner: Tomato Almond Pesto with Spaghetti

2013-04-24 00:12:08

If you're racing in next week's Pittsburgh marathon or half-marathon, you're probably starting to think about pasta.


One Good Recipe: A tasty and elegant French stew

One Good Recipe: A tasty and elegant French stew

2013-04-18 00:19:24

Mushroom Bourguignon is an elegant meal in the middle of the week.


Jelly roll making: easier than you might think

Jelly roll making: easier than you might think

2013-04-18 00:10:06

Fast and easy, made with pantry-ready ingredients and cheap, it's still a standby, even though it's never been glamorous or fashionable.


What's for dinner: Cauliflower Fritters with Cilantro-Ginger Sauce

What's for dinner: Cauliflower Fritters with Cilantro-Ginger Sauce

2013-04-17 00:07:47

Technically, this is a side dish, but served with rice and salad, it would make a terrific vegetarian entree.


Kitchen Mailbox: A treasured family recipe

Kitchen Mailbox: A treasured family recipe

2013-04-11 00:17:35

A new cookbook is built around one "gran's" recipes; our columnist invites you to share yours.


A simple, sweet Swedish smulpaj to savor

A simple, sweet Swedish smulpaj to savor

2013-04-11 00:14:46

Not enough rhubarb for pie? Make a smulpaj. Similar to a classic crumble, it's a shallow layer of fruit topped with a delicious oaty mix.


Spring chicken: Put some poultry in your pot

Spring chicken: Put some poultry in your pot

2013-04-11 00:13:20

If you're yearning for lighter, fresh flavors, make poultry your palette with these new recipes.


The Food Column: She stops and gives us 20 -- $20 meals

The Food Column: She stops and gives us 20 -- $20 meals

2013-04-11 00:08:17

Caroline Wright makes cooking cheap, nourishing meals easy with her new cookbook.


What's for Dinner: Delta-Style Chicken Salad with Peach Mayo and Spiced Pecans

What's for Dinner: Delta-Style Chicken Salad with Peach Mayo and Spiced Pecans

2013-04-10 00:06:49

This recipe pays homage to the flavors of the Mississippi Delta with dried peaches and chopped spiced pecans.


Tartan Day fest includes a feast

Tartan Day fest includes a feast

2013-04-04 00:16:24

The St. Andrew's Society of Pittsburgh's National Tartan Day celebration is on Saturday, April 6.


Carly Terensky is the SPAM Kid Chef of the Year

Carly Terensky is the SPAM Kid Chef of the Year

2013-04-04 00:06:34

The 11-year-old put herself in the running by winning a blue ribbon at last year's Washington County Fair for her Spam contest entry.


One Good Recipe: Turbot Molisano

One Good Recipe: Turbot Molisano

2013-04-04 00:05:39

Chef Shawn Culp, an instructor with the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, made this with Chilean sea bass, but we substituted turbot.


What's for Dinner: Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

What's for Dinner: Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

2013-04-03 00:08:32

In the mood for something lighter? Cool and crunchy, with spicy-sweet chicken tucked inside, lettuce wraps hit the spot.


Crack open this cookbook: 'How to Boil an Egg'

Crack open this cookbook: 'How to Boil an Egg'

2013-03-31 00:16:19

You might think this book would be more useful before Easter. But it has some different ideas for dishes you can make using hard-boiled eggs


The Food Column: A look at the food and feasts of Jesus

The Food Column: A look at the food and feasts of Jesus

2013-03-28 00:23:52

Book dissects the food of Jesus' time.


Spring these fresh side dishes on them

Spring these fresh side dishes on them

2013-03-28 00:22:04

Easter is a harbinger of warmer days and fresh vegetables.


Pittsburgh Food: Family puts its eggs, other holiday fare in one basket

Pittsburgh Food: Family puts its eggs, other holiday fare in one basket

2013-03-28 00:20:52

Parishoners at SS Peter & Paul church in Ambridge still take baskets to be blessed before Easter.


Try your hand at homemade Easter treats

Try your hand at homemade Easter treats

2013-03-28 00:03:08

The sweet treats such as cake pops, chocolate and coconut cups, and lollipops can become special holiday surprises for young and old alike.


Go ahead: Open the box of ramekins

Go ahead: Open the box of ramekins

2013-03-28 00:01:27

Don't wait: Use those good dishes for the family.


What's for Dinner: Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Potato Curry

What's for Dinner: Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Potato Curry

2013-03-27 00:11:06

Ham usually gets all the attention on Easter, which is something of a bummer for those who don't eat meat.


These cookies are easy to make and Passover-friendly

These cookies are easy to make and Passover-friendly

2013-03-21 00:27:12

It struck me as I was making these cookies for the first time earlier this winter: They're kosher for Passover!


One Good Recipe: Dark Chocolate-Dipped Almond Coconut Bars

2013-03-21 00:25:03

The pastry chef and the newspaper feature writer help you remake the favorite candy bars of your youth.


Two beautiful new Jewish cookbooks provide Passover inspiration

Two beautiful new Jewish cookbooks provide Passover inspiration

2013-03-21 00:22:28

Two colorful new guides bring multiethnic and modern influences to an ancient and storied cuisine.


It's time for Easter breads, too

It's time for Easter breads, too

2013-03-21 00:03:26

A day of reverence and celebration, Easter brings with it a number of foods that reflect the rich culinary traditions of many worlds.


What's for Dinner: Crustless Leek and Gruyere Quiche

What's for Dinner: Crustless Leek and Gruyere Quiche

2013-03-20 00:03:19

Making pastry from scratch makes me crazy, so when I spotted this recipe for crust-free quiche, I had to try it.


Trees to table: Maple sap from Penn's woods makes serious syrup

Trees to table: Maple sap from Penn's woods makes serious syrup

2013-03-14 00:40:27

The view up the muddy tree-lined lane could be a scene in Vermont. In the 1950s. But it's northern Allegheny County, this past Sunday.


Some of the best fish comes in cans

Some of the best fish comes in cans

2013-03-14 00:37:53

Special tuna and sardines brands worth looking for to create delicious recipes.


St. Patrick's food need not be the same old cliches

St. Patrick's food need not be the same old cliches

2013-03-14 00:25:29

This year Gretchen McKay makes a vow to add a few dishes to her repertoire that have their roots in Ireland.


The Food Column: Shop for the best CSA for you

The Food Column: Shop for the best CSA for you

2013-03-14 00:08:00

Spring is almost here, and local fruits and vegetables won't be far behind. Time to pick Community Supported Agriculture delivery.


What's for Dinner: Stuffed Shells with Chunky Tomato Sauce

What's for Dinner: Stuffed Shells with Chunky Tomato Sauce

2013-03-13 00:07:02

There are still 2 1/2 weeks of Lent remaining. Who else is getting a little bit tired of eating fish?


Savoring the fruits of 'the storm-tossed Chilean sea ...'

Savoring the fruits of 'the storm-tossed Chilean sea ...'

2013-03-07 00:32:42

Virginia Phillips visits Chile and partakes of the seafood.


The 'Pike Place Fish' cookbook will fly off shelves

The 'Pike Place Fish' cookbook will fly off shelves

2013-03-07 00:15:21

The crew of Pike Place Fish" have a cookbook that's out today: "In the Kitchen with the Pike Place Fish Guys."


Culinary students get familiar with seafood

Culinary students get familiar with seafood

2013-03-07 00:08:25

Here in Pittsburgh, the favored preparation for fish on Fridays during the 40-day Lenten season appears to be frying.


The Food Column: Sushi making a tricky, sticky art

2013-03-07 00:03:32

Two upcoming cooking classes promise culinary adventures -- one with a fish theme, in keeping with all the fishy stories in this week's


What's for Dinner: Sweet and Salty Salmon

What's for Dinner: Sweet and Salty Salmon

2013-03-06 00:14:00

I'm not a huge fan of fishy fish, but every once in a while, to please my fish-loving husband, I'll nibble on a piece of salmon.


Stockpile of cookbooks helps make homemade food available by making it, freezing it

Stockpile of cookbooks helps make homemade food available by making it, freezing it

2013-02-28 00:21:14

Cooking ahead and freezing meals saves more than just time for busy people and their families.


Melt the threat of snow with French toast

Melt the threat of snow with French toast

2013-02-28 00:15:39

When the weather turns frightful, here are a few recipes to use up the eggs, milk and bread.


Spirits: Tender is the night spot

Spirits: Tender is the night spot

2013-02-28 00:11:13

Tender Bar + Kitchen, the soon-to-open Lawrenceville lounge, has an impressive lineup of star-tenders -- and quality cocktails.


For their gala, sisters supply the sweets

For their gala, sisters supply the sweets

2013-02-28 00:07:35

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Legacy Gala will be held Saturday March 2, at the Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport.


The Food Column: For some, preserving is year-round

The Food Column: For some, preserving is year-round

2013-02-28 00:06:28

To most home cooks, "preserving" means canning or perhaps freezing food.


What's for Dinner: Potato Gnocchi

What's for Dinner: Potato Gnocchi

2013-02-27 05:41:58

Potato gnocchi are relatively easy to make and demand no special equipment. But they do require a tender touch.


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