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The “Soda Ban” in NYC: What it Really Means

Charred peach halves with thyme and pepper

Grilling: It’s Not Just For Vegetables (Grilled Peaches Recipe)

Move over, zucchini. The peaches are taking over the grill. If you didn’t know me,...
Grilled fish fillet topped with toasted almonds on a fresh salad.

P.K.’s Spa Salad (Sans Spa Price Tag): Pan Seared Trout with Almonds, Oranges, and Blackberries

Blackberry, Orange, and Fennel Salad with Pan-Seared Trout Seriously, doesn’t this look like the kind...
Yellow squash, beets and hanging petunias

Summer’s Bounty: Bet You’ll See Something New

Purple Scallions, Rainbow Chard, a Bevy of Berries, and More Just a few photos from...
Pad Thai noodles with peanuts and lime

P.K.’s Pad Thai: Authentic Flavors, Nutrition Boost

One of my most popular posts ever was on peanut butter, where I also discussed...
Tomato basil cocktail in a stemed glass

The Rachel: Strawberry Basil Martini (It’s Savage)

Last-of-the-Season Strawberries, Meet Tequila and Basil Yup, that strawberry season is short all right. Nary...
Strawberry mojito with lime wedge and mint

Farmers’ Market Inspired Strawberry Mojito

After a long work week and writing about my favorite non-alcoholic summer beverage earlier this...
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More Urban Farmers’ Markets: Getting Local in Chicago

Yes, I do more than *just* shop at farmers’ markets when I travel. The art...
Assorted bagged beans with green labels

Dried Beans: They’re Not Just For Kindergarten Art Projects

Canned beans are terrific, but you’ll save money and reduce your environmental footprint by preparing...
Rustic green lentil soup with sliced jalapenos

Don’t See Red: Expand Your Horizons with Salsa Verde

Salsa is amazing, and not just in a “dancing under the stars on the boardwalk...