Savory MorselsFor me, few things cause a dietary downfall as quickly as the presence of hors d'oeurves and appetizers. There's just something appealing about small morsels. I have been known to make a meal of dips, starters and tiny treats.
Short'nin' BreadSoul food includes mouth-watering dishes such as collard greens, fried chicken, barbecued spare ribs and corn bread, as well as less well-known but just as sumptuous recipes such as cheese grits, fish and grits, fish and rice, and the recipe …
The Land of Milk and Garlic BreadI have tried a few diets in my lifetime, and I find that I always struggle with the same roadblocks.
Kitchen EssentialsOn any given Saturday or Sunday, you will most likely find me in front of the television watching a marathon of cooking shows on the Food Network.
Help for the Culinary CowardI have only recently discovered that the room housing my coffee pot and takeout menus is a kitchen. A few years ago, I was one of those people who actually bragged that I had no idea how to correctly boil …
Lagniappe To Your HealthMany folks jerk their Christmas décor down as soon as the turkey stupor wears off. Others, though, think it's bad luck to take it down before the evening of Jan. 5, also known as Twelfth Night in Christian traditions derived …
A Part of the CommunityKismet's (315 Crossgates Blvd., Brandon, 601-825-8380) is more than just a place to eat. At some point the simple gyro shop became a part of the community.
Fixing a Salty, Spicy MessCooking with salt and other seasonings can be dangerous. Too much of certain seasonings can lead to health problems. Using the wrong amounts or eyeballing an amount can lead to over-salted, over-spiced and inedible food.
Cocktail Parties Made EasyThe effort involved in planning a cocktail party is can be daunting. For a small, intimate—and even middle-of-the week—cocktail party for friends and family, consider a simple but impressive wine and cheese gathering.
Cooking 101: A GlossaryMaybe, like me, you're not that great of a cook, but you want to improve your skills. As you watch cooking shows and read cooking magazines, you may found that some words are unfamiliar. Below are a few cooking terms …
Alternative WeddingsSomething old, something new, something borrowed and something blue just might be out the door as brides and grooms want their special day infused with creativity and personality. Couples pull their cultural trends into their weddings these days, aiming to …
Serve It Forth: Gifts for Your KitchenAre you struggling to find the gift for the cook who has everything? It's really not as hard as it seems, and it doesn't have to be pricey. I tend to give others either what I want for myself or …
Don't Give a Dog a BoneIt is always tempting to throw the dog a bone off your plate, especially during the holidays, but some human foods are not safe for your pets.
A Life's Dream RealizedAfter years of opening locations for restaurant groups such as Copeland's, Ruby Tuesday and The Peasant Restaurant Group of Atlanta, Ga., Kevin Thompson realized his dream of opening his own restaurant in May 1999. "I wanted to have a family-style …
Eat RightIt's hard sticking to health goals when the winter months and holidays roll around. With family gatherings and parties where food, often the unhealthy kind, is everywhere, it's easy to slip up. Though pre-diabetics and diabetics are especially challenged during …