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Trader Joe’s to Adopt Sustainable Seafood Standards
Trader Joe’s is following in the footsteps of stores like Target and Safeway , announcing plans to sell only sustainably sourced seafood by the end of 2012. The phase-out, which applies to all fresh, frozen, and canned seafood in the chain’s stores, comes after pressure from environmental groups, and was first posted on the Trader Joe’s website . There, the grocer revealed that, in addition to the mandatory country of origin and wild/farm raised labeling, they also plan to include information on species’ Latin names, origin, and catch or production method
Full StoryDo You Snack While Making Dinner?
On Sunday night, when I was making myself dinner, I realized that I always have a small snack while cooking. Whether it’s a couple of olives and a glass of red wine or a chunk of cheese and a cold beer, the snack tides me over until the main meal is ready. I think it’s because I love appetizers, but whatever the reason, I’m wondering if I’m not alone.
Full Story10 Tipples to Serve at an Easter Meal
It truly feels like St. Patrick’s Day happened yesterday, so it’s hard to believe that in less than a week, it’ll be time to celebrate Easter Sunday . Whether you’re planning a brunch , late lunch, or early dinner , one thing’s for sure: you must celebrate with cocktails that are just as festive as the food you’re making! For a few springtime sippers to accompany your grand meal, keep reading. View Slideshow ›
Full StoryDeviled Eggs: Love Them or Hate Them?
As Easter fast approaches, PartySugar and I have both had one dish in particular on the brain: creamy, smooth deviled eggs. But when we proposed a friend serve them at her engagement party , her response was immediately averse - she hates hard boiled eggs, and thinks deviled eggs smell gross. How do you feel about them? Deviled Eggs: Love Them or Hate Them? Love them Hate them Undecided
Full StoryHappy Hour: Simple Singapore Sling
Although classic cocktails have made a resurgence in recent years, I can think of quite a few legendary cocktails from decades past that I’ve never had the privilege of trying. One of those is the Singapore Sling. It was invented about a century ago and since I’ve yet to spot it on a bar menu, I decided to make one for myself. I quickly realized that many of the original recipe’s ingredients, like cherry heering and Bénedictine, would take some time to track down - but in a pinch, I managed to find a pared-down variation. I imagine it’s not as complex, but this rendition adopts some of the foaminess and the fruity notes from the original. For a quick version that’s refreshing in its own right, keep reading.
Full StoryGetting Cheesy at the Artisan Cheese Festival’s Barn Dance
Friday night, I had the pleasure of heading back to my hometown, Petaluma, CA, to attend the Artisan Cheese Festival . The event kicked off with a fabulous and festive down-home barn dance. It was a wonderful change of pace from the past two years , where the opening party was held at a hotel
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