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A guide to getting to the root of the problem of removing tree remains after Sandy
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January 10, 2013, 6:57AM
By now, the most troublesome of Hurricane Sandy’s downed trees have been cleared from driveways, lifted off roofs, turned into firewood or carted away. What often remains, however, is an ugly stump that is a separate problem to solve. The vexed homeowner soon learns the tree guy doesn’t do stumps, the stump guy won’t do the tree, and the... Full story »
Gardening tips: Six ideas to cultivate this winter
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January 10, 2013, 7:20AM
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count by noting visitors to your bird feeder from Feb. 15 to 18. The holiday madness is over and the long, cold winter stretches ahead. There are 69 days between here and spring — but who’s counting? You can hibernate like bears or do something to maintain the connection between you and nature. Here are... Full story »
Soul Food Junkies: Filmmaker examines African-American culinary traditions
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January 09, 2013, 7:30PM
The documentary "Soul Food Junkies" puts soul food under a microscope, examining its positives and negatives through candid interviews with cooks, food historians, doctors, and everyday people. It airs Monday at 10 p.m. on PBS stations. Full story »
Younger generation continues Friuli excellence
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January 09, 2013, 10:01AM
When she founded Zuani in 2001, Felluga decided to concentrate on four grapes:friulano, pinot grigio, chardonnay, and sauvignon blanc. From those grapes, Zuani produces two wines: Zuani Vigne and Zuani Zuani Riserva. Full story »
Recipes from Nigella Lawson's upcoming cookbook, "Nigellissima," previewed on free app
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January 02, 2013, 12:00PM
Nigella Lawson's next cookbook "Nigellissima" is set for publication on Feb. 12. In the meantime, publisher Clarkson Potter is offering a free "taster" in the form of an app with 13 of the cookbook's recipes and interactive peeks into Lawson's first volume of "Easy, Italian-inspired recipes." Full story »
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Piccini Chianti is a palate, and wallet-friendly, treat
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January 02, 2013, 8:09AM
Its quality is even more remarkable when you realize that Piccini produces 15 percent of all Chianti Classico wine. And like its sibling regional wine, the 2011 Piccini Chianti, the price is engaging, too. Full story »
Alternatives to Champagne's pricey bubbles
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December 26, 2012, 5:33PM
Mumm Napa, Segura Viudas Reserva Heredad, Enza and Mionetto Proseccos will help you celebrate New Year's Eve without breaking the budget. Full story »
Eggnog recipes for drinking and baking
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December 24, 2012, 5:30PM
It's Christmas Eve and the supermarket is sold out of eggnog. What to do? Full story »
Get the New Year's party bubbling with rose' Champagne
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December 19, 2012, 11:15AM
Rose' Champagne: We love the colors, aromas and flavors. But most of all, we love the party mood rose Champagne creates. Full story »
New Year's Eve giveaway: Win free vegetarian product coupons from Tribe and Veggie Patch
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December 19, 2012, 10:00AM
Tribe and Veggie Patch are each offering five free product coupons, for a total of 10 coupons to five readers. Full story »
Mrs Meyers on sale: It's beginning to smell a lot like Christmas
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December 18, 2012, 5:05PM
The $11.99 gift packs of Mrs. Meyers holiday-scented cleaners are all sold out online, and I am surprised. Full story »
Easy Christmas recipes: Pear desserts impress without stress
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December 18, 2012, 10:00AM
Three easy recipes courtesy of the Pear Bureau Northwest are among recipes helping to celebrate National Pear Month. Full story »
Gifts for the oenophile on your list
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December 11, 2012, 11:35PM
And while you're buying, remember to gift yourself. Who deserves it more? Full story »
Macaroni and cheese makeover: Update your recipe with trottole
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December 11, 2012, 1:30PM
Macaroni and cheese, pasta salads and other pasta dishes should be as pretty as they are tasty. Consider making all of the above with the showstopping pasta shape trottole. Full story »
Christmas gift giveaway: Win a free NFL Crock-Pot
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December 07, 2012, 7:00PM
A Crock-Pot in the image of his favorite NFL team might conjure up visions of beefy slow-cooked chili served by the bowl-full on game day. The best version of that vision involves a football fan in the kitchen chopping onions, peppers and tomatoes; pressing garlic; browning chunks of chuck roast; and soaking the beans that would cook up to... Full story »
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