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By: Michael Engle
Exactly one week from now, Jews all over the world will be observing Passover (Pesach, in Hebrew, as well as in universal Jewish common vernacular) with the first of two seders. Technically, by that time, all Jewish homes should be completely ridden of chametz, or leavened bread products. During Passover, five common and normally-kosher grains: wheat, barley, rye, oat, and spelt, temporarily become forbidden in all forms, except for Kosher for Passover matzo. In addition, beans and legumes are widely avoided, as per Eastern European tradition. This is why certain high-fructose corn syrup-dependent products, such as Coca-Cola and Fox’s U-bet chocolate syrup, make special batches with refined sugar, in order to maintain sales during Passover. (Because of this seasonal change, certain food purists and enthusiasts, whether Jewish or gentile, buy these items in bulk during Passover.)
The most iconic Passover staple, matzo ball soup, is now in a class of its own. No longer a week-long phenomenon, it is enjoyed year-round. In fact, it is a very simple dish: all you have to do is make matzo balls, place them in a bowl with kosher chicken stock, and serve it! Even spare dill sprigs or celery or carrot chunks can be considered superfluous. [click to continue…]
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By: Michele Wolfson
Christmas is over and New Year’s is right around the bend, which most likely means that you’ve sipped on far too much eggnog and eaten about two-dozen Christmas cookies. Can I get an amen? If you are like most blue-blooded Americans, you’ve gained an average of 6 pounds since Thanksgiving. Each holiday season no indulgence seems too big and one small cookie here and there doesn’t seem like it could do much harm. Let me add it up for you- That extra jiggle probably came from all of those holiday parties at work and with your friends plus cheerful neighbors bringing over freshly baked cookies and cakes and let’s not forget the highly caloric holiday beverages that we all use to wash down those calorie-packed treats.
2012 is the year that we should vow to eat higher quality foods and consume less in general. In fact, there are foods that can actually help you lose weight while also tasting delicious. Here is a list of 10 flat-belly foods to add to your everyday diet. Some may really surprise you!
Also click here to read our list of Stress Relieving Foods. [click to continue…]
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So you ate too much yesterday? Who didn’t?! As Americans, we know Thanksgiving and Christmas as the days when we overlook overeating all in the name of good spirit and celebration. And although we can’t take back everything we ate yesterday, we can take a couple steps to help detox and bring our bodies back to normalcy after much indulgence.
Here are a few tips you can use today to help your body feel as happy as you did when eating that meal yesterday. [click to continue…]
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By: Michele Wolfson
Did you know that there are 49 million bubbles in one bottle of champagne? I learned that fact the hard way when I guessed the wrong answer in an intense game of Foodie Fight, a trivia game designed for Foodies that I bought from The Filling Station in Chelsea Market. While it’s a known fact that I hate losing, I was fascinated to learn that this New Years Eve (probably sooner, who am I kidding?), I will be sipping on approximately 9,800,000 bubbles if mine is one of five glasses from a bottle.
I also learned that Champagne is considered to be a true wine. [click to continue…]
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Here to tell us about his classic Champagne choices for the holidays as well as a little background into Champagne history, is Red Rooster‘s Bar Director, Christian Post:
Of course it really isn’t the holidays without having friends and family visiting; and nothing says “Welcome to our home” better than a nice Champagne, especially this time of year. So I recommend that you have some Champagne in your refrigerator chilled and ready to go. But with so many to choose from which one should you pick? [click to continue…]
By: Michele Wolfson
Whether for a crowd of hungry guests or a single rumbling stomach, you’re never more than 10 minutes away from a satisfying small bite. Preparing for a New Year’s Eve Party can be a breeze if you are the host or if you are a guest who is bringing a dish to the festive event.
Below is a list of 10 bite-size treats that will have your fellow partygoers licking their fingers in delight and praising you for your glorious efforts, slaving away in the kitchen (they will be completely fooled)! [click to continue…]
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By: Michele Wolfson
Nothing rings in the New Year like a holiday hangover, right? WRONG! While it’s awesome spending the night drinking champagne and other tasty libations, the aftermath is often brutal. You know what I’m referring to- your head is pounding, your muscles are aching, stomach is hurting, room is spinning (the spins are the worst) — it’s all fun and games until the next morning!
This time of year, celebrations are in full swing- so how do we manage to prevent dealing with a dreaded hangover? Here are some useful tips and strategies to avoid a hangover [click to continue…]
Aaah, the holidays wind down – a sea of wrapping paper, pine needles and leftover meats. Our resolution to recycle, tidy up and keep a clean fridge doesn’t have to wait until the New Year; it can begin today with a holiday leftover cleanup. Not only can a leftover ham produce delicious sandwiches, it can also amplify the flavor of a hearty white bean soup. [click to continue…]
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