Food

According to a recent survey by market research firm Euromonitor, 37 percent of consumers globally are looking for products with no sugar, no added sugar or low sugar.

Here’s next generation of sugar substitutes

January 26, 2022, 6:04am Food

We’ve entered a new era in our love-hate relationship with sugar. After decades of trying to make substitutes like Sweet’N Low, Splenda and Stevia work for consumers, the sugar-alternative industry is fielding contenders with a better chance at unseating that ubiquitous substance. Read story

This image released by Milk Street shows a recipe for Gemelli w/Tomatoes, Salami and Fontina.

Enhance dishes and don’t throw out pasta water

January 26, 2022, 6:03am Food

Talk to the best cooks in Italy, and they’ll tell you the secret to great pasta is an ingredient many American cooks throw out — the starchy pasta cooking water. They always reserve a cup or two to stir into the skillet with al dente noodles to help the other… Read story

These basic canned goods offer three things at once: flavor, frugality and nearly endless versatility.

Cans that stack up: These basic canned goods offer versatility, frugality, flavor

January 26, 2022, 6:02am Clark County Life Subscriber Exclusive

Every delicious thing that comes from my kitchen (and every not-so-delicious thing, as well) starts with a trip to the grocery store. Read story

The Cove serves seafood and other dishes. Clockwise from top left are the meatball appetizer; Ora King salmon and prawns; Luna Bella oysters with side sauces; blood orange margarita; chocolate peanut butter pot de creme.

You’ll want to savor every second at The Cove in Vancouver

January 21, 2022, 6:00am Business Subscriber Exclusive

The Cove Restaurant exudes comfort and luxury. This isn’t an accident. When I interviewed father-daughter team George and Gwen Goodrich as they were planning this new business, their focus was on creating a pleasant experience for their guests by emphasizing the gorgeous river view and complementing it with a focus… Read story

Homemade plant based burger made from sweet potato, black beans and brown rice on a whole wheat brioche bun; copy space (iStock.com)

Recipes for success: Adapt fave dishes for plant-based ‘meats’

January 20, 2022, 6:00am Food

It’s that time of year when many people resolve to eat less meat. The “whys” are varied: sustainability and worry for the planet, health considerations, ethical concerns over the treatment of animals. Read story

Miso adds richness to chicken salad

This image released by Milk Street shows a recipe for miso ginger chicken salad.

January 19, 2022, 6:05am Food

The shortcut to a tastier salad does not reside in those plastic premixed bottles. Oil and vinegar work in a pinch, but at Milk Street we’ve discovered a world of simple salad dressings that go well beyond the basic vinaigrette. Read story

Jam flavors smoked pork tenderloin miniature sandwiches

January 19, 2022, 6:05am Food

As most of my readers know, I really appreciate the value of well-prepared pork, especially when you look at the low cost of pork compared to beef. Pork is a clean culinary canvas with a lot of versatility that can handle almost only preparation and flavor. These sandwiches I describe… Read story