TBO Food

EAT THEIR WORDS

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Since this week's section has a wedding theme, we thought it might be helpful to offer a list of books that would be great gifts for newlyweds who might be starting out their adventures in the kitchen but lacking good reference cookbooks.

Woo, Vow, Then Dispense This Chow

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:39:00 EDT

The Culinary Sherpas share five appetizers you can (and should) make for your wedding reception.

Two Readers Run Across Recipe For Walkabout Soup

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:37:00 EDT

Last week, we ran a request from Peggy Kasper of Lutz for Outback Steakhouse's creamy onion Walkabout Soup.

Table Conversations: Scott Gold

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:37:00 EDT

In his book "The Shameless Carnivore; A Manifesto for Meat Lovers" (Broadway Books, $24.95), author Scott Gold explores what he says are the three most important principles of carnivorism:

Eat, Drink, Cook, Learn

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:36:00 EDT

Events FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL: Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida and the Abilities Foundation will host the Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival this week at the Don CeSar Beach Resort, 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. The second annual event will be held Thursday through Saturday.

Cravings: Stuff We Gotta Have

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:24:00 EDT

WEIGH TO GO Salter's Nutri-Weigh & Go portable food scale weighs your food, but it also tracks exactly what you're consuming. It provides fat content, calories, saturated fat, carbs, sugar and fiber for a database of more than 1,400 programmed foods. Cost: $59.99. Available at Linens 'n Things.

Noodles For Newlyweds Count Toward Good Fortune In Life

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:23:00 EDT

The Chinese culture is filled with food traditions and symbolisms, so much in fact that I could never keep up and remember them all. During the entire six days surrounding my wedding, I deferred to my mother to tell me what to eat to please the gods of good fortune and fertility. Oh, did I want to have some grapes? I had to eat five of them, not one less, because the number that I must not utter - one less than five - means something bad in Chinese. In fact, I am choosing each and every word very carefully in this column so that in case you are the one getting married, I do not want to be blamed for any misfortune!

Packaged Mojito Has A Fresh Taste

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:23:00 EDT

The mojito, that seductive rum mint julep from Cuba, has taken over the cocktail scene (though technically, it's a highball, not a cocktail). So it was only a matter of time before those wily folk at Bacardi would come out with a premixed version: the Bacardi Classic Cocktail Mojito.

Greasy Remote

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:23:00 EDT

Tasty Morsels On TV This Week "My Big Redneck Wedding," 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. today, CMT

Salmon And Potato Get All Mushy

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:23:00 EDT

Granny-approved salmon patties have graced the tables of the pennywise for eons. This versatile comfort food accommodates all manner of leftovers, cuisines and the busiest lifestyles and offers a tenderhearted approach to the dinner hour, lovingly patted by hand into healthful, mellifluous morsels.

Consumers Ask

Tue, 13 May 2008 16:05:00 EDT

A caterer told me that I can't order a plate of sliced tomatoes to go next to the sandwiches. Why?

Updated Vow: With This Grill, I Thee Wed

Tue, 13 May 2008 15:57:00 EDT

We're still in the time of year that my wife loves and I dread. From the beginning of February to the middle of May are 21/2 months of occasional deep agony for myself and times of unadulterated happiness for my bride.

The Stew

Tue, 13 May 2008 15:49:00 EDT

WE HAVE TECHNOLOGY. WE'RE NOT AFRAID TO USE IT First there was a food blog called The Stew. People read it and saw that it was good.

Sweetbay Lets Customers Cash In On Federal Tax Rebate

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:36:00 EDT

TAMPA - The grocery chain Sweetbay is hoping customers bring in their federal economic stimulus checks – and is offering some perks to customers who do.

Dietitian's Mission: Help People Eat Fresh, Eat Less

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:09:00 EDT

One of my favorite food festivals happens annually in Vail, Colo. The Taste of Vail, which takes place in early April, allows me to combine my passion for skiing with a weekend of epicurean indulgence. The four-day event offers cooking and wine seminars, a wine auction and chef's gourmet dinner, and several incredible wine and food tastings featuring dozens of vintners and top restaurants from the Vail Valley.

Flavors Collide At Stylish Bistro

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

A glowing restaurant review generally enhances an eatery's reputation and success. When people read a positive write-up, they follow the good word, and the owners reap the rewards of their labor.

4-Star Passengers, 5-Star Meals

Tue, 06 May 2008 17:22:00 EDT

If you think you're a decent cook, try this scenario on for size. It's one that the flight attendants of the 310th Airlift Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base deal with every day:

Ain't That A Man?

Tue, 06 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

Esquire.com came out this week with a list of 75 skills every man should master. They included a few food-related items, such as:

The Stew [Of Cookies, Dots and Chicken]

Tue, 06 May 2008 16:59:00 EDT

COOKIE CONVERSATION As a field training specialist for Mrs. Fields Cookies, Rachel Crump Matheus is responsible for training all franchisees and corporate team members in baking practices so that the company's products are delivered consistently in every store.

Peter's Peppers Add Zip To This Cheesy Tortizza

Tue, 06 May 2008 16:13:00 EDT

Where are the pickled peppers that Peter Piper picked? In the fridge, of course, longing to grace something other than a sub and appeal to your creative sense of nosh.