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It is difficult to say ‘No’ to a Memorial Day picnic . After all, one rarely gets a chance to enjoy with gusto nowadays. But what about the stomach ailments and other ill effects of eating food outdoors? No worries! Just be a little careful and... -

  Receiving a floral bouquet is bound to make you happy. But would you be as delighted to see the beautiful flowers on your dinner plate ? Well, most of these lovely creations of nature are edible and have been used by human kind to impart... -

  Milk is the elixir of human kind. It is a complete food packed with vitamins, calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients which help us to remain healthy and strong. However, milk, even when it comes from cattle is not of a single... -

  Including fruits for breakfast, lunch and dinner has become a norm, hence we do not get surprised to find a variety of healthy, natural foods adorning our cereals or dessert plates. However, here is a strange looking fruit that can stop... -

May 18 is the National Cheese Souffle Day and if you feel intimidated by this delicate French dish, this is the day when you should shed all your fears. Here is a list of recipes, which will take you through this day and also help you impress your family and... -

One of America’s favorite desserts, Cherry Cobbler has May 17 as its very own day in the whole year and not without reason! A deep-dish dessert, with a crumbly consistency and fruity filling, which varies with different ingredients used, this is, arguably,... -

Eating fruits is a healthy habit and when it comes to you dressed as a cocktail, you just cannot say no. Now, we are not asking you to load up your fruits with syrup, sugar, cream and alcohol all the time, but once in a while, specially on an occasion like... -

May 10 is National Shrimp Day and though the seafood enthusiast will make sure to enjoy shrimp on this day, it is time to help the ones on the fence and beyond too. With an average American consuming more than four pounds of shrimp a year, this seafood... -

Originated in Europe, celebrated in America, Empanada is enjoyed the world over these days. So, no surprise that Americans celebrate it as National Empanada Day on May 8. This bread, stuffed with chicken, pork or cod and tomatoes, garlic and onion sauce, is... -

The word crepe suzette grants a delicate French meaning to the very basic breakfast food, crepe. Those who are not aware of this delicious French food will be surprised to know that America has adopted as its own over the past few years. It is no surprise... -

Orange Juice is one of the most favored breakfast beverages in the world. So, it is no wonder that May 4 is celebrated as the National Orange Juice Day. Although everyone has had orange juice in its liquid form all their life but did you know that there are... -

  April 25 is National Zucchini Bread Day! Even if you aren't a fan of zucchini, we guarantee that you will love these zucchini bread recipes, especially since you won't even be able to tell that this veggie is present!  ... -

What could be the best way to celebrate National Jelly Bean Day on April 22? Well, you could start with one of these recipes! Each one includes jelly beans as one of the main ingredients:   Jelly Bean Biscuits To... -

  Come April 23 and all of America will celebrate the National Cherry Cheesecake Day, which means lots of cherries, lot of cheesecake and, of course, lots of bites. Nothing works like a combination of tangy cream cheese and sweet cherries,... -

  April 19 is being celebrated as National Garlic Day - a perfect occasion to pay tribute to the pungent cloves, grouped together, which, when crushed, lend a character to a simple and savory dish.   A Brief Background... -

The nutritional value of instant ramen noodles has been debated over the past many years. Some say they are equivalent to eating j unk food every day and it is because we often associate soup or other hot foods to being nourishing and nutritional we... -

0in"> The very first memories of childhood for some are bread sandwiches with popular spreads like jams, jellies and mustard. In America its peanut butter and jelly sandwiches popularly known as PBSJ, for people living in... -

Ever wondered where the word “ Spam Mail ” came from? From a popular Monty Python sketch which showed the world in a comical way how the mystery meat called spam is unavoidable and inescapable.   The... -

April 12 is National Licorice Day and if you feel like you ought to celebrate it in a special way, we have a list of recipes to get you started on licorice consumption today. However, before that, you need to understand what licorice is – other than... -

It is time to sink your teeth into some freshly backed sourdough bread because it is April 1, the National Sourdough Bread Day! Baking this bread at home may not be very easy but if you have this classic bread at home, you can use it to give a... -

As far as legend goes, American soldiers were the first ones to discover the joy of mixed peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, when they mixed their daily rations of both the condiments. As a result, when they came back from World War II, the American sales of... -

March 16 is a big day, not just for Northern California but for the American artichoke industry. The National Artichoke Day will see American households celebrating this much-loved vegetable in a very big way. The artichokes are used in salads, dips, soups,... -

Who doesn’t love potato chips? You know, potato chips were first made way back in 1853 because of an unhappy customer that was not ready to eat thick fries. It was not until 1950s that flavored chips appeared on the scene. Today, potato chips epitomize the... -

  Way back in 1864, Auguste Escoffier created this dainty dessert out of sweet, luscious pears in honor of Jacques Offenbach’s operetta La belle Hélène. More than a century later, March 15 is celebrated as the National Pears Hélène... -

If you love the layered taste of coconut torte, get ready to celebrate the National Coconut Torte day on March 13. This multi-layered, rich recipe is prepared with sweet coconut, lots of whipped cream and, may be, fruits too. Kids love coconut torte because... -

Crabmeat is the fruit of the sea and the fact that it is loved all over America is reason enough for people to celebrate March 9 as the National Crabmeat Day . Seriously! Because of its sweet and soft texture, crabmeat is popular across several cuisines.... -

Frozen foods are now a part of modern life and they have come a long way since hitting the store shelves in 1930s. So much so that March is celebrated as the National Frozen Food Month and March 6 is celebrated as National Frozen Food Day . Do you want... -

It is March 5, the day to celebrate America’s long-time favorite snack, the bright orange Cheese Doodles, which were first introduced as Cheese Pixies in the 1950s. Today, you could fill up 36 swimming pools with the total volume of Cheese Doodles. For junk... -

It is March 4 and it is also the National Pound Cake Day. This cake with an interesting name is made with one pound each of flour, butter, eggs and sugar. You can add a flavor, icing, berry, fruit, nuts of your choice to make it even tastier. Pound cake is... -

Kahlua is a rich, creamy liqueur made from coffee and rum in Mexico. It is enjoyed straight up, on the rocks or is put into cocktails or coffee. In fact, people even use it to flavor ice creams and other desserts like cheesecakes. Besides coffee and rum,... -

Pistachio are known for their nutty green look and salty taste as well as for their health benefits. It is not for nothing that The Queen of Sheba had wanted to have an entire region of pistachio harvest, all to herself. For the past thousands of years,... -

Whatever your favorite Chowder recipe, there is no doubt that you would want to cook something yourself for the National Clam Chowder Day on February 25. Whether it is the New England Clam Chowder, the Manhattan Clam Chowder or just any clam chowder, cooking... -

February 22 will be celebrated as the National Cherry Pie Day. An occasion, which is more of a tribute to Queen Elizabeth I, fit for royalty can also be a cause of celebration for you. Cherry pie is a popular dessert, loved by all. But why not go beyond the... -

This is one sticky situation you would love to be in. February 21 is National Sticky Bun Day , which means you can gorge upon these sticky delights, also known as cinnamon buns without feeling guilty. After all, a roll of unleavened bread, topped with... -

America will celebrate the National Tortilla Chip day on February 24 . With this, for one more time, the humble chips, invented in the 1950s by Rebecca Webb Carranza through automated production methods, will enjoy their day out in homes and restaurants... -

February 7, 2013 is National Fettuccine Alfredo Day . Fettuccine, a flat ribbon-cut noodle, comes together with butter, cream and melted Parmesan cheese to make a delicious past dish called Fettuccine Alfredo. Pasta is such a popular dish across America... -

Who works the hardest when revelers live it up during Mardi Gras? Who else, but the carnival officers, cops who are entrusted with maintaining law and order during the Mardi Gras season. So, what better way to express your gratitude towards the hard-working... -

Nutella lovers of the world, unite for World Nutella Day this February 5. The chocolate-hazelnut spread has been a favorite not only for millions of people across America but the rest of the world as well. Here are some of the best recipes to last you through... -

February 4 is celebrated as National Homemade Soup Day! Perhaps this is because it falls in a very cold month, but whatever the reason, there is nothing like homemade soup to cheer you up on a cold and dreary day . Besides being one of the easiest recipes... -

February is the month of romantics! It is not just because of the Valentine's Day but also because of a dish that originated in the 19th Century Switzerland and came to be celebrated on February 5 as the National Chocolate Fondue Day . Although,... -

February 3 is National Carrot Cake Day but it is not like you really need a reason to eat this delectable dessert. Although carrot cake started being made since the Middle Ages, it was not until the 20th century that it earned its popular. Carrot cake is a... -

Chocolate Cake Day is here and although, there is a rich culinary history behind cakes of all kinds, chocolate included, we doubt you would be as interested in its history, as you are in the chocolate cake. When a company called O. Duff and Sons made the... -

January 25 is National Irish Coffee Day and as Irish actor Alex Levin put it once, “Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food groups: alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat…” It is no wonder that many of us all over the world... -

January 24 is National Peanut Butter Day and since Americans already love it, there is no need to build a premise for why we should celebrate this day. Almost 90% of households in America consume peanut butter and if you take all the peanut butter that... -

Who loves Rhubarb pies? We do! So we're getting ready to celebrate and suggest you get your kitchen in order and get ready to celebrate the National Rhubarb Pie Day with us! While a lot of countries cultivate the rhubarb plant, like Sweden, the... -

January 22 is National Blonde Brownie Day . This is one brownie, which is not actually brown, but blonde, or pale in color because instead of the dark brown chocolate, you use light brown sugar to make these. If you not familiar with these blonde... -

There is not a single soul on this earth whose heart doesn’t beat for chocolate, except maybe for some exceptionally strong-willed human beings. If you are a chocolate-lover, then it is time to celebrate because today is National Bittersweet Chocolate Day!... -

  Contrary to popular belief, restaurants are not the most hygienic places to go eat, especially if you are talking about fast food chains. However, if you are a slave to modern living, which may involve weekly trips to local eateries for... -

A recent research has left food experts baffled in New York. The ‘New York State Health Department’ study involved checking the freshly laid eggs in city gardens and homes that raise chickens. While such eggs are usually considered to be healthier than... -

Scanning the barcode at the pay booth of retail outlets is no news. The unique coding system gives us information about the product as well as its price. It has also been used to trace different trends at times. But now, the very same technology is going to... -

  Bhutan, the tiny Asian country set high on the Himalayas has announced that it is going to become 100% organic soon. While the third world country does not use too many chemical pesticides or fertilizer for growing their crops,... -

  Steaks, roasts, or ground beef are a few basic food stuffs used in our kitchen, something that we cannot do without. But did you know why the USDA recommends cooking the steaks and roasts at 145 degrees while the ground beef requires 160 degrees... -

Coffee at workplace is reckoned to be one of the perks associated with our jobs. There seems to be almost no American who would shun the bitter caffeine filled brew in exchange for something more healthy while on job. However, recent studies show that... -

  Explaining the cooking process by means of recipes  that  can be easily converted into a mouth watering dishes is the sole purpose of a cookbook.  However, just jotting it all down haphazardly will not do even if you... -

  The juicy and succulent Daniella brand of mangoes were recalled last week across the United States due to salmonella contamination . This move was taken by the authorities after more than 100 people fell sick in 16... -

  Taking the help of food preservation technologies   for keeping food safe and free from bacteria is nothing new. While numerous methods like heating, freezing, canning, or irradiation seem to work well they are not... -

  The Islamic dietary law has certain guidelines that provide information to Muslims on which foods are acceptable and which are not. To identify whether meat is halal ( permissable) or not, is important in order to abide by the given set of... -

  Food, the most basic amenity might soon turn into a rarity predict the scientists i.e. if we fail to recognize the gravity of the situation and take no heed of the telltale symptoms that are occurring almost everywhere in the... -

  It seemed to be a replay of sorts or a déjà vu to be precise. An Air Canada flight en route to Toronto from Victoria on Monday was in the News for serving its passengers a sharp sewing needle along with pre-packaged sandwiches. This unwanted... -

  Two of Delta Airlines flights from the Netherlands made News today as passengers were served with tiny, sharp needles well packed within their turkey sandwiches. The sewing needles were found mid-air as the passengers unwrapped their sandwiches... -

  Water is often poetically described as being synonymous to life itself. The truth is not too far from it. In fact, lack of clean, drinking water is the reason for wiping out billions of lives especially in the developing world where the water... -

The Chinese officials are now determined to enforce food safety regulations even more strictly. This news comes in the wake of numerous food safety scandals   that have been hitting China in the recent years. However, the Asian... -

The rising obesity graph has been a concerning factor for the world in general and US in particular   for quite some time now. However, scientists recently revealed that the food required to sustain all those extra pounds  could... -

Food Safety is one of the leading concerns worldwide now. While USA and most of Europe has certain regulations in place regarding the fundamentals of food manufacturing and packaging, the Asian giant China seems to have been oblivious to it until recently. ... -

If you love eating beans of different types – here is a reason to celebrate the 3 rd  of July. Yes, its National Eat Beans day, which means it’s a day for having the best bean dishes. Restaurants and food joints gear up to celebrate it... -

  Summer time means celebrations and merrymaking. And what could be more apt for rejoicing than the 4 th of July when  our nation became independent? However, it is important to keep a few food safety rules   ... -

  The demand for chocolates has always been high due to their exceptional taste and to keep up with it, many sustainable varieties have been developed in recent times. The need for this arose because the habitat of the cocoa tree which used to be... -

  Are you aware of how your Thanksgiving turkey is raised and bred? There are high chances that it is being done in a sustainable manner which is becoming an important movement today. A sustainable variety of turkey is one that is raised on the... -

A simple summer dessert and a special day dedicated to it – yes, it’s National Cherry Tart Day on June 18 th . If you haven’t yet celebrated this  day, don’t give it a miss this year! Manufacturers make the most of the occasion and prepare a... -

  Geese, chicken, turkey and duck are valued for their meat as well as their eggs. There have been increased efforts to raise poultry in a sustainable manner so that they have low levels of antibiotics, pathogenic bacteria, growth hormones and... -

Have a sweet tooth or need just another good reason to indulge in those soft marshmallows and peanut butter cookies? Well then, National Fudge Day, celebrated on June 16th is just for you! Enjoy the day with homemade delicious fudges or just visit your... -

Just another reason for eating healthy ! National Veggies Day is celebrated on June 17 th   and undoubtedly encourages healthy eating. In our hectic schedule and fast paced lives we tend to gorge on junk food in abundance – our kids need to be... -

Protein rich chicken is a staple in the diets of many Americans and its production is very high, exceeding that of beef and lamb. There has been increased awareness of the importance of growing sustainable chicken varieties that take into account the health... -

  Maize or corn is a cereal grain that has been grown since prehistoric times to feed both man and his cattle. Presently, many sustainable varieties of this cereal are being produced to meet the commercial demands for breakfast cereals, edible... -

Fruits that can be grown easily and do not need much human effort or pesticide and insecticide sprays are termed sustainable. Growing such fruits also helps the local farmers improve their economy so that they are able to sustain themselves and their... -

The third most consumed cereal all over the world, after maize and rice is wheat. This naturally increases the need for developing more sustainable varieties of wheat that can feed our growing population without stressing our planet's finite resources.... -

The Atlantic and Pacific Oceans harbor the majority of the world's shrimp population . To meet the huge demand of shrimps, it is necessary to take steps for the  production of sustainable varieties so that the stress on the natural sources... -

The practice of  rearing beef  sustainably  to feed large populations of humans is on the rise. There are many varieties that have being specifically bred with the long term goal of a greener planet and better human health. Many reports suggest... -

If you want to know about the environment friendly varieties of salmon you can choose from, this blog will answer your question. Sustainable options are important to know as overfishing has pushed the wild salmon to the brink of extinction. To enjoy eating... -

  Milk and milk products are a vital food group for people of all ages. They are rich sources of dietary protein as well as calcium and are being produced sustainably making them safe for the planet as well as human health.   The practice of... -

  No meal is complete without vegetables which form an important part of our diets. Efforts are underway to grow many sustainable variates of vegetables that are free of pesticide residues and other dangerous chemicals and toxins. This can be... -

  One of the most widely consumed cereal grains in the world is rice. Efforts are underway to grow more varieties of rice that are sustainable for our planet and health. The planet is benefited as good agricultural practices can make the rice... -

Apple is a much loved fruit and sustainable agriculture is important to meet the increasing demands. For this very reason, the apple  varieties which are most commonly available should be able to sustain our planet and our well being by the use of ... -

T he use of  t una can impact the environment in more ways that one can imagine. This is why the following sustainable tunas top the list in the measures that are needed for a greener planet. When fishing is done in a manner that does... -

  The impact that the production of meat has on the environment and the planet has prompted the use of top sustainable meats that are safe for us as well as our food chain. Meat consumption has been steadily on the rise all over the world making... -

Indian cuisine is one of the most diverse cuisines in the world. The chefs of India have proved that they are flexible and versatile enough to add commendable twists to traditional delicacies in order to adapt to the needs and desires of international palate,... -

There is hardly any ingredient in the culinary world nowadays that can be called a local produce; thanks to the ever-booming food industry. This growth has also given a wonderful opportunity for the chefs of Africa to prove their talent. From owning prominent... -

The flat, crunchy and usually baked crackers are often recognized as nutritious and tasty snacks. But is this statement applicable to all types of crackers? No friends! Some types of crackers are capable of causing side effects which may have a significant... -

  European cuisine enjoys a special place in the heart of food lovers; thanks to its richness and diversity. Countless dishes including assorted varieties of stuffed meats, hearty stews, sticky pastries, crepes, danishes,... -

Food has an enviably elated status in the Americas. Thanks to the top chefs   of America who have a proven mettle for cooking! There are chefs who are natives as well as those who have migrated into this land. From Jamie Wolfgang Puck to... -

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Delicious taste, a wide choice of ingredients for addition and a variety of interesting shapes have made noodles very popular worldwide. But have you ever imagined that it could be dangerous too? Yes friends! It's true! Noodles are capable of causing... -

The popular dessert of all times is the cake. But are you aware of its dangers and the side effects associated with it?  Cakes may satisfy your taste buds and make you hope for seconds, you need to stay aware that this high calorie dessert is perfectly... -

Crunchy and crispy chips(also known as crisps in UK) may be perfect snacks. But are you aware of the side effects which munching on chips might cause? Apart from the increased calorie count, there are many other negative effects caused by these snacks on your... -

Cured pig meat, popularly known as bacon, is one of the most preferred food of the people from the Western World. The consumption rate of bacon has increased manifolds over the years giving  way to a kind of  bacon mania  that is  prevalent in United... -

Peanut butter is a popular spread   which is the paste of ground and dry roasted peanuts. But in spite of its amazing and delicious flavor, there are certain side effects associated with these delicious paste. Peanut butter is capable of causing serious... -

The delicious pasta is a ready-to-cook food made from grain flour which is believed to be a complete diet. But there are certain side effects caused by pasta mainly because of its gluten content, which requires serious and immediate attention. Scroll down... -

The yummy and delicious cookies are liked by people of all ages. But the side effects of cookies would never be appreciated by anyone who likes it. The negative effects caused by cookieson your health may lead to several complications of high risk. Trail... -

Have you ever imagined a dish without salt? This appaently innocuous compound has gained  a wide recognition as an important condiment since ages. But it is  a  fact that apart from preserving food and making your dish palatable, salt is capable of causing... -