‘Meathead’ Goldwyn shares his recipe for The Great American Steakhouse Steakburger
Meathead Goldwyn is known as “the barbecue whisperer.” His website, Amazingribs.com, is billed as the world’s most popular outdoor cooking website. His recently released cookbook “Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling,” has risen quickly to become the No. 1 bestselling cookbook in the category of Barbecue and Grilling on Amazon.com. For foolproof burgers this […]
Holiday recipes from top Paris chefs: Lobster and Jerusalem artichokes by Christophe Saintagne at Le Meurice
(Relaxnews) – End-of-year festivities are drawing near. This week Relaxnews provides you with recipes from top chefs in Paris to add a gourmet French touch to your Christmas menu. Today, Christophe Saintagne, who is head chef at the luxury hotel Le Meurice and will be setting off to open his own restaurant in January, gives […]
Holiday recipes from top Paris chefs: Lobster and Jerusalem artichokes by Christophe Saintagne at Le Meurice
(Relaxnews) – End-of-year festivities are drawing near. This week Relaxnews provides you with recipes from top chefs in Paris to add a gourmet French touch to your Christmas menu. Today, Christophe Saintagne, who is head chef at the luxury hotel Le Meurice and will be setting off to open his own restaurant in January, gives […]
Holiday recipes from top Paris chefs: Éric Frechon’s salmon baked in coarse sea salt and vegetables cooked with olive oil
(Relaxnews) – We’re in the final run-up to the year-end festivities. This week Relaxnews provides you with recipes from top chefs in Paris to add a gourmet French touch to your Christmas menu. Today, triple Michelin-starred Éric Frechon, who is the chef at the iconic Bristol hotel in Paris, gives us his recipe for salmon […]
Whip up a Wonderful Holiday Menu
(Family Features) Nothing brings family and friends together quite like a full holiday meal menu. Whether creating an entire festive feast from scratch or looking for a tasty dish to take and share, these dishes aim to fill up the table and keep the seats around it full as well. From a tender, juicy attractive […]
Food Network star Katie Lee shares her BLT Ranch burger recipe
(Relaxnews) – You could call Katie Lee the younger version of Ina Garten, with her shingled, beach house in the Hamptons, love of all things French, and penchant for throwing easy, breezy summer soirees in her elegant garden. This summer Lee shares some of the recipes that make recurring appearances in her kitchen and backyard patio […]
Food Network star Katie Lee shares her recipe for strawberry brownie cake
(Relaxnews) – You could call Katie Lee the younger version of Ina Garten, with her shingled, beach house in the Hamptons, love of all things French, and penchant for throwing easy, breezy summer soirees in her elegant garden. This summer Lee shares some of the recipes that make recurring appearances in her kitchen and backyard patio […]
Fruit-Filled Summer Celebrations
(Family Features) Whether you anticipate fun-filled pool parties, laid-back picnics at the park or casual dinner parties at home, summer entertaining gets a little sweeter when you serve up the right desserts. When the weather warms up, let the flavors from your kitchen reflect the bright tastes of the summer season. From cherries to blueberries, […]
A Spooky Snack and Drink for Halloween
(Family Features) If your family’s Halloween consists of pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating and transforming your home into a haunted house, you’ll be happy to know that the “double, double, toil and trouble” doesn’t have to stop there. You can add a little extra hocus pocus to your season by brewing up these chillingly creative treats with […]
Glasgow mixologist creates cocktail with 71 ingredients for Commonwealth Games
(Relaxnews) – In homage to the Commonwealth Games currently underway in Glasgow, a local mixologist has created a monster cocktail made with 71 ingredients sourced from every competing Commonwealth country. For his Commonwealth Cocktail, Mal Spence of the Kelvingrove Cafe in Glasgow used exotic ingredients like Tanzanian cloves, dragon fruit from Belize and galangal from […]
Move over macaron, there’s a new French pastry in town
(Relaxnews) – If the Cronut is the new cupcake, the éclair is the new macaron. And there’s perhaps no better time to revisit the traditional French pastry than National Chocolate Eclair Day in the US on June 22, a holiday that may have mysterious origins — no one really knows how or when it started […]
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Easy Irish Soda Bread
(Family Features) Whether you’re Irish or not, St. Patrick’s Day is a time for Celtic celebrations – so try your luck with a classic like Irish Soda Bread, a popular Irish recipe with a hint of sweetness from cinnamon and raisins. “Irish Soda Bread gets its name from the fact that it uses baking soda […]
The Best Brunch Ever
Delicious dishes your family will love (Family Features) Only one meal has the power to pull even the most tired souls from the comfort of their beds — a delicious, satisfying and beautiful brunch. With its prime positioning between breakfast and lunch, brunch has quite a following of hungry fans. Whether celebrating a special occasion […]
Manage Hunger with Wholesome Foods
(Family Features) Whether you’re following a weight loss plan or simply maintaining healthy habits, finding foods that are nutritious sources of protein and promote satiety can help curb your urge to snack throughout the day. Wholesome soyfoods can replace other foods in your diet that might be adding too much fat, sugar and cholesterol. Soyfoods […]
Fat Free Nutrient-Rich Milk Does a Breakfast Plate Good
(Family Features) Today, 85 percent of Americans fall short of the USDA’s recommended three daily servings of fat free or lowfat milk.1 Incorporating milk into your morning meal is an easy way to help close the gap between actual and recommended milk intake. The USDA’s MyPlate is a visual tool to help build a nutritious […]
Bite-Sized Valentine’s Day Treats Get to the Heart of the Holiday
(Family Features) Nothing says “I love you” on Valentine’s Day more than heart-shaped, homemade treats. This year, try individual treats to make each gift recipient feel extra special. You’ll love the fact that they are simple to create. “Though small in size, mini-treats deliver a big message to all of the Valentines on your list,” […]
A Modern Spin on Holiday Classics
(Family Features) Traditional goodies always add a touch of sweetness to the holidays. Updates to some of your favorite holiday classics help keep family traditions alive while incorporating creative and on-trend ingredients. Everyone knows fruitcakes have long been a holiday tradition, and new and improved versions of this timeless treat are making a festive comeback, […]
Halloween Tricks and Treats for Family Entertaining
(Family Features) Halloween is the sweetest holiday of the year, making it a favorite for giddy children who dream of giant bags of candy. Before they rush out the door on Halloween night, make sure your kids and their fellow trick-or-treaters are filled up with something other than candy. Serve your ghouls and goblins a […]
Comfort Foods Bring the Whole Family Together
(Family Features) Few dishes have a way of pleasing taste buds and gathering the family together like comfort foods. It’s always best to have a repertoire of these classic, tried-and-true recipes on hand. Whether you prefer a creamy plate of macaroni and cheese or a steamy bowl of chicken noodle soup, nothing warms the senses […]
Sipping on summer: Mixologist Jim Meehan’s Dark and Stormy
(Relaxnews) – To celebrate the full bloom of summer, two of the world’s top mixologists share their best “summer-in-a-glass” cocktail recipes for sipping languidly on a hot day and clinking with friends and loved ones. Every week throughout the summer, New York mixologist Jim Meehan, the man behind underground speakeasy PDT(short for Please Don’t Tell), and […]
One chef, one ingredient: eggplant by Hiroki Yoshitake
(Relaxnews) – Each week, Relaxnews invites a master chef to share insights into the gourmet kitchen by presenting a favorite ingredient. Hiroki Yoshitake, chef at the Michelin-starred Sola restaurant in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, shares his perspective on one of the world’s most internationally appreciated vegetables: eggplant. Relaxnews: What led you to choose this […]
Sipping on summer: Mixologist Tony Conigliaro’s grilled lemon margarita
(Relaxnews) – To celebrate the full bloom of summer, two of the world’s top mixologists share their best “summer-in-a-glass” cocktail recipes for sipping languidly on a hot day and clinking with friends and loved ones. Every week throughout the summer, New York mixologist Jim Meehan, the man behind underground speakeasy PDT(short for Please Don’t Tell), and […]
Sipping on summer: Mixologist Jim Meehan’s Pisco Sour
(Relaxnews) – To celebrate the full bloom of summer, two of the world’s top mixologists share their best “summer-in-a-glass” cocktail recipes for sipping languidly on a hot day and clinking with friends and loved ones. Every week throughout the summer, New York mixologist Jim Meehan, the man behind underground speakeasy PDT(short for Please Don’t Tell), and […]
NO FUSS SUMMER GOURMET MEALS – SIMPLE WITH MILK
With few ingredients and milk, Chef Jenn Louis shows how anyone can be a top chef SAN CLEMENTE, CA – Californians are very savvy when it comes to gourmet cuisine. It seems nearly everyone is up to date on the latest TV chef challenge, the new “it” restaurants and even the freshest seasonal produce at […]
Sipping on summer: Mixologist Tony Conigliaro’s Spitfire
(Relaxnews) – To celebrate the full bloom of summer, two of the world’s top mixologists share their best “summer-in-a-glass” cocktail recipes for sipping languidly on a hot day and clinking with friends and loved ones. Every week throughout the summer, New York mixologist Jim Meehan, the man behind underground speakeasy PDT(short for Please Don’t Tell), and […]
Sipping on summer: Mixologist Tony Conigliaro’s gooseberry and elderflower Collins
(Relaxnews) – To celebrate the full bloom of summer, two of the world’s top mixologists share their best “summer-in-a-glass” cocktail recipes for sipping languidly on a hot day and clinking with friends and loved ones. Every week throughout the summer, New York mixologist Jim Meehan, the man behind underground speakeasy PDT(short for Please Don’t Tell), and […]
Outshine the Fireworks this July 4th with Sparkling Sweets
Cool Watermelon Cheesecake Sweet Sliders Red, White and Blue Treat Pops (Family Features) Fireworks don’t have to be the only party element that makes guests ooh and ah during July 4th festivities. With colorful sweets that sparkle and a themed tablescape exploding with red, white and blue, your party is sure to be the best […]
Meat-Free Favorites : Vegan nachos
By Elena Johnson My vegan nachos are a quick and easy recipe great for serving a crowd. They can be tailored to individual tastes by adding more vegetables – like jalapeños, chopped onion, or corn – or by adding vegan cheese (such as Daiya Pepperjack Style Shreds). These ingredients can also be wrapped in tortillas […]
Making Veggies Fun to Eat
Yakimaniac Veggie Martians (Family Features) In looking for ways to get their kids to eat more vegetables, parents may be overlooking a key element – fun. When Pinnacle Foods’ Birds Eye Brand partnered with Nickelodeon’s hit live-action series “iCarly” to launch the “iCarly iCook with Birds Eye” initiative, they asked kids to share ideas […]
Savor a Satisfying Fresh Fruit Salad
Salmon, Fresh Chilean Blueberries and Lemon Salad with Chive Vinaigrette Spinach Salad with fresh Grapes, Plums, Peaches and Kiwis Kiwi Vinaigrette (Family Features) Delicious taste, beautiful colors, packed with healthy nutrients – what’s not to love about fresh fruit? And with fresh fruits available all year long, you can enjoy them in mouthwatering, healthy meals […]
Share Sweets from the Heart this Valentine’s Day
Sweetheart Surprise Cupcakes (Family Features) What better way to show love and affection on Valentine’s Day than by sharing a delicious gift made from the heart? A sweet treat is the perfect way to say “I love you” to the important people in your life. A national survey by Wilton found that a quarter of […]
Sweeten Up Valentine’s Day the Red Velvet Way
Red Velvet Brownie Conversation Hearts (Family Features) Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to show someone how much you care. Whether you want to say “xoxo” to family or “be mine” to a new Valentine, red velvet is the flavor that says it best. “Amid a sea of pink holiday confections, red velvet stands alone […]
Love is in the Air – Every Day!
Barefoot Bubbly Ruby Red Bliss Sweetheart Dark Chocolate Brownies (Family Features) Chocolates? Roses? Been there, done that. Everyone wants to make sure the special someone in their lives knows how much they care. Here are some easy and fun ways to prove that he or she is number one in your book. Make a […]
Marc Grossman’s anti-depressive chocolate, almond, flax seed shake
(Relaxnews) – Need a lift from the winter blues? American expat Marc Grossman, owner of Bob’s Juice Bar in Paris and author of “Smoothies : Cocktails de fruits et légumes d’un Américain à Paris” (Fruit and vegetable cocktails from an American in Paris), shares his recipe for beating the blahs with a tasty, nutrient-packed chocolate […]
Holiday Wine Traditions and Recipes
Basic Gravy Cabernet Gravy (Family Features) The holidays are the quintessential time to both enjoy and share wine. In fact, the right wine adds elegance to any holiday occasion and plays an important role as a gift, an entertaining staple, and a key recipe ingredient for celebration dishes throughout the season. “For my grandfather, my […]
Holiday Foods for Everyone
Gluten-Free Tips for Entertaining Apple Cranberry Cobbler (Family Features) As guests descend on your holiday party, are you prepared for the growing list of food allergies, dietary demands and menu requirements? For instance, the number of people eating gluten-free has grown to more than 20 million households, so it’s likely that you will receive a […]
A Sweet and Savory Holiday Menu
Raspberry Almond Waffles Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Berry-Thyme Spread Red Tart Cherry Glazed Ham (Family Features) You want to bring out the best for your next holiday gathering, ensuring a memorable meal for family and friends. With a few simple tips and easier-than-you-think recipes, you can do just that. Entertaining Tips Prep the Night […]
Most popular cooking videos this week: Thanksgiving menu
(Relaxnews) – Not surprisingly, the most popular cooking videos on YouTube this week were Thanksgiving-related. Topping the charts is a collaboration between some of the most followed food channels Epic Meal Time, My Drunk Kitchen and Feast of Fiction who created a Thanksgiving feast for a Los Angeles soup kitchen. Here were the top […]
Celebrating the Sandwich
The Banana, PB and Honey Spiced Peanut Butter The Pilgrim The Pastrami Reuben The Avocado CLT Goat Cheese Mousse Green Goddess Spread (Family Features) Sandwiches are a delicious, easy and affordable way to enjoy a healthy meal any time of day. From satisfying meat-and-cheese combos, to sandwiches piled high with savory vegetables, to the many […]
Top-viewed cooking videos on YouTube: peanut butter candy, BBQ egg rolls
In this week’s roundup of most viewed cooking videos, Reese’s peanut butter chocolates made repeat appearances, whether as a garnish atop peanut butter hot chocolate or as the corn kernels in a fall-themed cookie. Here’s a selection of the top viewed YouTube cooking videos as of November 8, 10 am GMT. BBQ Egg Rolls Missing […]
Dare to Scare with Frightful Fare
Cobweb Cupcakes (Family Features) From little monsters to grown-up goblins, Halloween is when sweets truly take center stage. Make this October 31 a day to remember with these spine-tingling celebration tips. Host a Spooky Story Night. Have family and friends dress up in their costumes and come over to tell haunting tales. Make a story […]
Top-viewed food-related videos this week: Big Macs in a blanket
(Relaxnews) – Top food-related videos this week ranged from a puff pastry filled with 42 Big Macs, a stop-motion animation using pie dough, and a tale of nutritional woe on eating soup and salad at chain restaurants. Here are the top viewed food-related videos on YouTube as of 9:30 am GMT, September 27. Fastfood Wellington […]
Bake Up Some Family Fun
Apple Cinnamon Pecan Monkey Bread (Pull-Apart Bread) (Family Features) Sticky, gooey, sweet and satisfying monkey bread is a favorite of kids and grownups alike. If your family loves cinnamon pull-apart bread, you can enjoy it even more when you make it together and add a fun twist. Making this flavorful treat is easy even for […]
Take Back Family Time with Quick and Simple Meals
Autumn Pierogies and Apples (Family Features) Juggling the family schedule can be tricky, especially when you add in homework and extracurricular activities. But tight schedules don’t have to mean sacrificing a home-cooked meal and family time spent around the dinner table. By using ingredients commonly found in your freezer and pantry, you can create a […]
Get Creative at Meal Time
Chocolate Waffles with Caramel Syrup and Bacon (Family Features) When it comes to adding flavor and variety to your family meals, sometimes a little creativity is necessary. Here are some easy ideas to get you going. Make It a Family Affair. Get the whole family involved in planning and making dinner. Depending on their ages, […]
Make Pizza Night a Fiesta
Southwestern Bean Mexican Pizza (Family Features) Pizza night is a popular pastime for many families, but if you’re looking to change things up from the typical Italian style, try adding a south of the border spin. Southwestern Mexican Bean Pizza calls for just six ingredients, can be made in 30 minutes, and will satisfy the […]
A favorite summer dessert reimagined with California avocados
After all the hard work of getting into tip-top shape for the summer season, many folks have a tinge of guilt while they enjoy those traditional picnic dishes. Fortunately for summer foodies everywhere, Liz Weiss, MS, RD and Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD – better known as The Meal Makeover Moms – have partnered with […]
Are You Ready for Ribs?
Sweet, Spicy, and Smoky Spareribs (Family Features) When it’s time to fire up the grill, go beyond the bun this season with succulent pork ribs. Armed with these juicy tips and a great recipe, you’ll be ready to grill with the best – and that could mean big prizes for you. The Rib Basics Need […]
Skillet Suppers: The Secret to Stress-Free Weeknights
Quick Chili Mac Skillet (Family Features) The busy school year means that dinner planning often gets pushed aside. Moms and dads alike may find themselves opting for the drive-thru instead of the dinner table. But that’s not the only option. Homemade Quick Chili Mac Skillet was created with busy weeknights in mind. Not only is […]
Craving Comfort food? Try these 4 soulful recipes
Savory Quiche Swiss Sliders Bacon Mac & Cheese Roast Beef Baguette (Family Features) Comfort food is different for everybody, but the deep satisfaction each mouthful brings is the same. To warm the body and the soul on a chilly day, give your favorite comfort foods a delicious makeover with recipes that use Wisconsin-made Grand Cru […]
Speedy Suppers: easy rice recipes with a twist
(Family Features) Don’t think you have time to make a delicious meal for your busy family? Think again; with these handy tips and easy recipes — which call for just four ingredients — you can get a satisfying supper on the table in no time. Make it even easier by including Minute® Steamers into your […]
Dinner of champions: Beef in Newcastle brown ale and pan haggerty
(Relaxnews) – With London being the epicenter of the universe at the moment and all things Britannia given the international spotlight, Relaxnews will be bringing readers classic British recipes over the course of the Olympics. For a British-themed family dinner night, try braising a beef brisket in Newcastle brown ale with onions, carrots, garlic and […]
Celebrate Olympic fever with classic Cornish pasties
(Relaxnews) – With London being the epicenter of the universe at the moment and all things Britannia given the international spotlight, Relaxnews will be bringing readers classic British recipes over the course of the Olympics. A savory pastry native to Cornwall, England, the Cornish pasty recently gained Protected Geographical Indication status in Europe, meaning that […]
Festive Ramadan recipes that break the fast
(Relaxnews) – With Ramadan in full swing, Muslims have been taking to Google looking for recipe ideas for their fast-breaking meals, making “Ramadan cuisine” the top rising food-related search term over the past week. The yearly tradition, which started July 20 and ends August 18, involves fasting from dawn to sunset. Come sundown, friends and […]
How to cook with honey
(Relaxnews) – Hotels and restaurants around the world have been tapping into the all-natural way to sweeten their products by turning rooftops into urban beehives and harvesting the honey for their menus. The latest iconic landmark to join the Grand Palais and the Opera Garnier in Paris, or the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto, […]
Take dinner outdoors with an easy summer picnic
As the weather heats up, picnics offer the perfect outdoor activity for family, friends and foodies alike. A meal under the sun provides a picturesque setting to impress loved ones with an on-the-go gourmet feast while making the most of your time outdoors. Any picnic pro knows that a great meal includes seasonal, easy dishes […]
Diet of champions: what an Olympian eats
(Relaxnews) – Gearing up for the Olympics, athletes are powering down anywhere from 6,000 to 10,000 calories a day. But what does that look like exactly? Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) spells it out, with the added note to not try this diet at home. While American swimmer Michael Phelps said he gulps down some […]
Top 5 cooking videos of the week: Ludicrous mac and cheese-stuffed meat roll
(Relaxnews) – The most viewed cooking video uploaded this week involves a reinvention of the sweet Swiss roll into a massive log of meat created by “food pornographers” Epic Meal Time. In place of chocolate cake and vanilla cream, the foul-mouthed burly Montreal-based team at Epic Meal Time stuff fire-roasted jalapenos, pepperoni, macaroni and cheese, […]
Recipe for smoked risotto with spinach, prosciutto and smoked mozzarella
(Relaxnews) – Barbecue kingpin and author of the recently released book The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Smoking Foods Ted Reader says nearly everything can be smoked, including unexpected ingredients like chocolate and rice. After experimenting with different types of grains, Reader said Arborio works the best due to its high starch content and the fact that short-grain […]
Ditch the steak and throw some rice or chocolate on the barbecue
(Relaxnews) – You’ve smoked brisket, ham, ribs and fish, but what about throwing rice on the barbecue? Or chocolate, cheese and cocktails? As summer barbecue season kicks into high gear, intrepid grill masters looking for the next big challenge may want to consider expanding their repertoire and pulling out unconventional foods for the smoker, a […]
Serve a Salad Kids Will Flip For
(Family Features) A refreshing salad should be quick, easy, and full of delicious in-season produce. With its countless possibilities for add-ins, a fruit and pasta salad fits the bill perfectly as a dish the whole family will love to prepare and eat. Mom or Dad will need to start things off by cooking the pasta […]
Spiced chickpea recipe from Cookbook of the Year ‘Tasting India’
(Relaxnews) – An Aussie chef’s cookbook chronicling her gastronomic journey through India was named the Cookbook of the Year at the International Association of Culinary Professionals Awards in New York this week. Christine Manfield became the first Aussie chef to take home the coveted title for her book Tasting India, which features 250 recipes of authentic recipes […]
Tofu vegetable salad recipe from Paul McCartney’s meat free cookbook
(Relaxnews) – Sir Paul McCartney has released a vegetarian cookbook that gives readers meatless Monday recipes for the full year. The Meat Free Monday Cookbook: A Full Menu for Every Monday of the Year includes recipes like spring soups, summer salads, fall casseroles and winter stews. The book is co-edited by his fashion designer daughter Stella […]
Recipe ideas for St. Patrick’s Day
(Relaxnews) – Take any recipe, swap out the liquid for stout, and you’ve instantly rejigged the recipe — Irish style. For St. Patrick’s Day, here’s a round-up of recipe ideas that takes liberal — and creative –use of Ireland’s unofficial national drink for the most sacred of Irish holidays. Beef and Dark Beer Chili Editors […]
Iconic Oreo cookie celebrates 100th birthday with link to Oreo recipes
(Relaxnews) – The best-selling cookie brand of the 21st century celebrates its 100th anniversary this month. It’s survived two World Wars unscathed, and despite the younger competition, hasn’t yet crumbled. The Oreo, an iconic American cookie sandwich made with chocolate wafers and a vanilla cream center, celebrates its milestone centenary on March 6 with the […]
Traditional Icelandic recipes: lamb soup, deep-fried bows
(Relaxnews) – Iceland has launched a roving, mobile restaurant called Eldhús, “Iceland’s Little House of Food” that will serve traditional Icelandic dishes against the backdrop of a waterfall or snow-capped glaciers. The tourism board is promoting Icelandic cuisine — little known outside the island nation — at a time when Nordic and Scandinavian gastronomy is attracting […]
Award-winning Peruvian chef recipe for scallops with lime butter
(Relaxnews) – Rafael, El Chef, by Peruvian chef Rafael Osterling was named the best chef cookbook in Paris March 6 at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards. Here’s a recipe from his his website www.rafaelosterling.com. Grilled Scallops with Lime Butter and Crunchy Garlic (serves 4) 20 large scallops, in their shell flat leaf parsley Lime Butter […]