Michigan Food

Cuddle up with Chai tea, eggnog and spiced cranberry cider to take the chill off a nippy fall evening

2009-11-11T14:00:00Z

It looks like our Indian Summer may be coming to an end. But it was fun while it lasted.I took the opportunity to hang my outside holiday lights. My thought, why do it when it's cold. It will be...

Ask the dietitian: Check blood sugar to find which pasta is best for you

2009-11-11T12:01:32Z

I’ve had diabetes for four years and take one metformin (500 milligrams once a day). I also walk 3 miles, five times a week.

Scale back: These tips can help you avoid holiday weight gain

2009-11-11T10:43:52Z

There are positive things you can do through the holidays to help maintain weight control.

Nino's Family Restaurant is not only the place to find authentic Italian food, but the opportunity to dine in an authentic Italian restaurant

2009-11-09T12:25:10Z

I have to admit, I haven't stopped by Nino's Family Restaurant in a long time. Last night I rectified that.When Marlo Leveling, executive producer of "That Show" where my food segment runs, called to ask if I wanted to...

Want to bake, but don't quite have what you need? Try these handy substitutions.

2009-11-06T12:42:51Z

When I'm in the mood to bake, I'm in the mood to bake.Nothing irritates me more than finding out I don't have exactly what I need in the cupboard - especially when that something I'm in the mood for...

'Man v. Food's' Adam Richman and Detroit gang of 40 fail to demolish 190-pound burger

2009-11-05T16:51:05Z

Travel ChannelA member of the 190-pound burger demolition crew in Detroit shovels in a mouthful on 'Man v. Food.'In last night's episode of the Travel Channel series "Man v. Food," competitive eater and food daredevil Adam Richman took on his...

Enjoy upcoming wine and food events in Grand Rapids

2009-11-05T11:32:41Z

Some festive food events are coming up in West Michigan that you don't want to miss.

Ask the dietitian: Restrictive diet can cause unhealthy weight loss

2009-11-04T13:25:51Z

My mother, age 65, is losing weight at a rapid pace because of her very high level of activity and many diet restrictions.

The history of the springerle cookie dates back to 14th century Switzerland

2009-11-04T13:22:24Z

It's one of the oldest cookies know to woman.Called springerle, this cookie has been around since the 14th century according to a Web site I found offering the history of this little cookie.According to the site, the name of...

'The Stocked Kitchen' cookbook by Grand Haven women offers recipes, plus help with planning, shopping

2009-11-04T10:50:55Z

Sarah Kallio and Stacey Krastins created a meal-planning system to save time, money and stress.

Warm up all the leaf rakers with a slice of warm Grandma's Fresh Apple Bread

2009-11-02T12:03:08Z

Marsha Kay Pummill of Lake Isabella says Grandma's Fresh Apple Bread is one of her holiday favorites.I can see why. This bread is so easy to make and it is delicious. And, nothing takes the chill off a rainy...

With rain, sleet and snow on the horizon, nothing takes the chill off a dreary winter's day that the aroma of a good pot of soup simmering on the stove

2009-10-30T13:00:00Z

Big fuzzy slippers, flannel pajamas, a fleece robe, family and soup.Now there's a recipe for a cold, raining evening. Since my children are married, I usually opt for a good whodunit.I'm not the only one who feels...

Do you host or attend a holiday cookie exchange?

2009-10-29T16:25:14Z

If you celebrate the holidays with an annual cookie exchange or belong to a cookie club, I'd like hear from you.

Ask the dietitian: 'Use by' date a product quality indicator

2009-10-28T12:31:41Z

My wife and I are curious about the “sell by” and “use by” markers and the expiration date on prepared horseradish. How many days is it safe to go beyond the date on the little glass jar?

Discover easy shortcuts for planning parties and mixing drinks

2009-10-28T09:58:09Z

Mix appetizers with drinks, garnish with friends, shake well and you’ve got a cocktail party.

Molly's Bistro is the perfect place to find good food and some pretty hot jazz

2009-10-27T20:46:27Z

When Molly and Brian McFadden headed to Midland 10 years ago, it was to open a soft ware company.Fortunately it didn't work out. Instead the two became the proprietors of a little place called appropriately Molly's Bistro.And it all...

Recipe for a perfect Halloween party: Combine family and friends, add a sprinkling of good simple food, and top it off with a couple games

2009-10-26T11:05:18Z

When creatures walk the night - follow them - you may just find a Halloween party at the end of the trip. ...

An invitation to lunch not only nets this food writer a good meal, but a chance to catch up with a couple old friends

2009-10-23T12:14:15Z

Pat Weed is partial to the glazed carrots, then there is the strawberries and lets not forget the scalloped potatoes served at Sheffield Bay Assisted Living."You can never have enough," she says of the glazed carrots. Pat has been a...

After jack-o-lanterns are carved, buy more pumpkins for cooking

2009-10-22T20:39:16Z

Fresh pumpkins can be used in a number of fabulous recipes.

More than 200 people turned out to sample sweets, savories and soups at Zehnders of Frankenmuth's first ever Squashtoberfest

2009-10-21T22:42:37Z

Pati Lalonde Ken Schwan is one happy guy tonight.He needed 26 pounds of sugar to finish up a batch of wine he is making, and wife Donna just happened to win 40 pounds today at the Zehnders of Frankenmuth's first...