General Food Info

Regift the Fruitcake - January 15, 2010

I hope this concept is still going well past the holidays. Fruitcake typically doesn’t make it to the top of anyone’s holiday wish list.  This…

Beer Ponderings… - December 14, 2009

Beer… a beverage that is universally appreciated at almost all levels of society. Though likely the most consumed alcoholic beverage on the planet (at least…

General Mills New Product-Centric Living Gluten Freely Website - December 7, 2009

General Mills just launched a website (http://liveglutenfreely.com/) to attempt to assist consumer who are looking for gluten-free foods and recipes. I say attempt, as you’ll…

125 Best Packaged Foods - November 27, 2009

(For Women)… I had posted about the 125 Best Foods for Men a while back, when Men’s Health originally published their list, as it had a…

Insanewiches - October 19, 2009

I am a sandwich lover… A food lover most importantly, but a sandwich lover most definitely. Most meals are not a meal for me without…

Oscar Mayer Weinermobile - October 8, 2009

Oh.. I wish I were an Oscar Mayer weiner.. that is what I truly wish to be.. cause if I were an Oscar Mayer weiner,…

Explorer’s Bounty Tribal Stone Crackers - September 24, 2009

Explorer’s Bounty Tribal Stone Crackers: 100% Organic Yuca Infusing Snacks A new organic snack is making it’s way onto (specialty) supermarket shelves near you. Explorer’s…

O Balsamic Vinegar Trio - September 21, 2009

We’ve written about the O lines of Oils & Vinegars.. In a word, they’re fantastic! The O Balsamic Vinegar Trio recently won the Gold Medal…

The Spife – The kiwi’s met its mongoose! - September 18, 2009

So you always wondered what happened when the dish ran away with the spoon, right? Ok, well maybe it’s not the child of this star-crossed…

Pirate’s Booty – Healthier Lunchbox Additions - September 14, 2009

What’s better than plunder? Pirate’s Booty… If you’re unfamiliar with this snack food (which I still think Trader Joe’s should carry, c’mon – perfect fit!),…

PureVia Sweetner – Stevia? - September 4, 2009

Ok, so I’m usually the first one to preach against artificial sweeteners, and that’s why I’m taking the opportunity today to introduce you to a…

Lindt Raisin & Nuts Bar - September 2, 2009

Mmmmmmmm, chocoately goodness… Lindt is an absolutely fantastic chocolatier, and they’ve just expanded their line of tasty offerings with a new gorp-inspired candy bar. Lindt’s…

The 100-mile Menu - August 27, 2009

In July, The Plaza Hotel (in New York) unveiled a new signature drink, the POMONA. The drink was created to further promote The Plaza’s ‘100-Mile…

Food Should Taste Good, still… - August 19, 2009

Just a quick update on what’s going on from the folks over at Food Should Taste Good. Well, they still believe ‘it’, and they continue…

Hot Chocolate in a Bag! - August 13, 2009

If you were not aware, the Spanish are known to be serious lovers of chocolate ever since its introduction to Europe from the New World…

Sharpen your Knives! - June 29, 2009

No, literally… Please sharpen your knives. Here are two simple facts: 1. Everyone owns knives. 2. All knives dull with use. We’ve all seen it in…

AIA/LA Restaurant Design Awards - June 25, 2009

The American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA/LA) recently announced the list of finalists for the 2009 Restaurant Design Awards (RDAs). AIA/LA extended the reach…

The Cookie Diet - June 22, 2009

The official first day of summer is upon us. Yes, that means it’s time to hit the beaches. As such (in a very image conscious…

The Mushroom Guys - June 18, 2009

I love dedication, it’s inspiring.. And I have to say that it’s especially inspiring when it’s dedication to food! We’ve written previously about Transatlantic Foods…

Whynatte Latte, wha? - June 16, 2009

Ok, so I’ve been seeing this product a lot around town. If you haven’t seen it yet, well, now you have. So… what is a…

The 125 Best Foods for Men - June 11, 2009

In the current economy, everyone is eating out less and shopping more.  Of course we all want to know that the products we’re putting into…

100-Calorie Packs, Not So Hot Anymore - June 4, 2009

The mini 100-calorie pack craze is now waning. These packs are becoming less popular as consumers  become more concerned about budget and sustainability, according to…

No thanks, I’ll just try the WiFi.. - June 2, 2009

The infamous question… “Chicken or fish”, the most recent answer… “No thanks, I’ll just have the Wifi”. Modern Food Pyramid According to a new survey…

A CSA Variation — A Prepaid Debit Card - May 29, 2009

Even CSA’s — community supported agriculture — are modernizing. Until recently the only way to participate in a CSA was to purchase a “share” (AKA…

Our Shop is Now Open! Yes, We Are Listening - May 22, 2009

We are listening! We continually received your requests to purchase the items we’ve recommended as FeaturedBites.  Our store — highlighting most of the non-perishable items…