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Fresh / Seasonal Vegetables: Harvard Beets

August 14, 2019 |

There are many ways to prepare this item. I prefer to use fresh beets from a local vendor. The colors and freshness of this vegetable are beautiful and the aroma is absolutely amazing.

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Dinner Table

Eating a Mediterranean Diet

July 26, 2019 |

The Mediterranean Diet describes the eating pattern in olive producing regions bordering the Mediterranean Sea such as Greece, Italy and Spain. Studies of the Mediterranean Diet eating pattern show protection against chronic diseases and various types of cancers. In addition, it is said that people who follow this diet pattern live longer than those who do not.

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charcuterie board featuring an assortment of veggies, dips, and pita bread

Eating a Mediterranean Diet 2

July 6, 2019 |

When you think about Mediterranean food, your mind probably goes to pizza and pasta from Italy, or hummus and pita from Greece, but these dishes don’t exactly fit into any healthy dietary plans advertised as “Mediterranean.” The reality is that a true Mediterranean diet consists mainly of fruits and vegetables, seafood, olive oil, hearty grains, and other foods that may help fight against heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. It’s a diet worth considering. Making the switch from pasta to fish and avocados may take some effort, but you could soon be on a path to a healthier and longer life.

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German Cuisine

German Cuisine

June 20, 2019 |

The cuisine of Germany is far more diverse than generally recognized. Well known for humble items such as bratwurst (wursts) and inexpensive cuts of meat that are prepared as roasts such as sauerbraten (sour roast), few are aware that Germany is 2nd only to France in the number of Michelin star restaurants.

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