Food Fun

Feb 2024 10

Serving Up SpiteBy Devon Delaney: Review/Giveaway/Valentine’s Day Post

2024 Articles, Food Fun, Mysteryrat's Maze, Tracy Condie

by Tracy Condie
& Devon Delaney

In book 8 of the Cook-Off Mystery series, it seems that strife and cold weather have come to the town of Augustin, Connecticut in the way of an age-old argument about progress versus tradition. As with all Sally Oliveri books, there is a new cooking contest for Sally to participate in when she isn’t solving the mystery, and wonderful recipes are shared at the conclusion of the mystery.

Jan 2024 27

Food Search 2023 Wrap Up

2024 Articles, Terrance V. Mc Arthur, The Great Food Search

by Terrance McArthur

2023 was quite a year for The Great Food Search, reviewing 34 different eateries. Here’s a top five.

Jan 2024 20

Sip, Smile, Repeat: Teaspoon’s Charm in the Central Valley

2024 Articles, Food Fun, Molly Eide Marquez

by Molly Eide Marquez

Nestled in the heart of the Central Valley of California, Teaspoon is making waves with its innovative take on boba tea. Having opened its doors in Visalia in June 2023, it's evident that Teaspoon is not just another boba tea shop – it's a vibrant addition to the local culinary scene.

Dec 2023 23

Great Food Search: Leftovers 2023!

2023 Articles, Food Fun, Terrance V. Mc Arthur, The Great Food Search

by Terrance McArthur

You know how sometimes you have really good food, but you don’t finish it, so you have a refrigerator full of leftovers? Food reviewers can have a version of that. Maybe you come across a great restaurant, but it doesn’t fit the theme you had planned for that month, so the pictures sit in your phone until you can’t quite remember what you ate or where it was. That happened to me this year, so I present—LEFTOVERS 2023!

Dec 2023 2

Mi Cafesito Fresno: Brewing Cultural Connections in the Heart of California

2023 Articles, Food Fun, Molly Eide Marquez

by Molly Eide Marquez

In the heart of the Central Valley of California, where the warm sun embraces the land and diverse communities flourish, there's a coffee shop that goes beyond serving a great cup of joe. Mi Cafesito Fresno, as the name suggests, is more than just a place to get your caffeine fix. It's a heartwarming testament to the importance of cultural roots, the connection between communities, and the joy of experiencing a locally-owned-and-operated business.

Nov 2023 25

Baking Spirits Bright By Sarah Fox: Review/Giveaway

2023 Articles, Food Fun, Mysteryrat's Maze, Sandra Murphy

by Sandra Murphy

Larch Haven, Vermont is made for winter. It’s like an Italian city was transplanted into frigid temperatures. There are frozen canals to skate your way around town, the restaurant is called The Gondolier, the chocolate shop features chocolate gondolas filled with truffles. When Christmas is just around the corner, trees and windows are twinkling with lights, and a baking competition is underway. It seems everything is perfect.

Nov 2023 11

Reedley College Agriculture Business Students Thrive in Olive Oil Enterprise

2023 Articles, Education, Food Fun, Jim Mulligan, Reedley News

by Jim Mulligan

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of the eastern Central Valley of California, Reedley College is home to a unique and thriving agricultural endeavor that is allowing students to gain hands-on experience in the world of business and marketing. Agriculture Business students at the college are taking the olives grown on campus and turning them into bottled, marketable olive oil, offering a taste of entrepreneurship and marketing prowess.

Nov 2023 8

Cozy Mysteries & Thanksgiving Leftovers

2023 Articles, Food Fun, Mysteryrat's Maze

by Victoria Hamilton

Hello, dear readers! In Queensville, Michigan (location of Sieve and Let Die, Vintage Kitchen Mystery #11) Jaymie Leighton Müller has a busy busy life, with multiple jobs, a food column in the local newspaper called Vintage Eats, a food blog, a husband, a daughter, and volunteering at the local historic home.

Nov 2023 4

The Azores: Portugal’s Best Kept Secret

2023 Articles, Food Fun, Jim Mulligan, Travel

by Jim Mulligan

What do sweet bread, suicide squads, tangy cheese, and crisp wine all have in common? They are all part of the rich culture and traditions that evolved on the nine volcanic islands in the North Atlantic Ocean: the Azores. The islands that make up the Azores are one of the autonomous regions of Portugal; the people of the Azores have their own government while enjoying the rights and privilege of Portuguese citizenship.

Nov 2023 3

5 Great Legume Recipes That You’ll Never Tire Of

2023 Articles, Food Fun

by staff

Legumes are highly nutritious and a great source of plant-based protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Beans and pulses make up part of the legume family, are incredibly affordable, and offer so many versatile meal plan options. They are a fantastic staple that should be a common part of your diet. Try these budget-friendly, versatile, and nutritious recipes for your next meal with your family or for a late weeknight dinner made in an instant.