Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012

Sweet Tooth: Chocolate-Almond Mousse

Valentine's Day is coming up, and if you equate celebrating Valentine's Day with chocolate you're going to love this week's recipe.
By Karin Calloway

Wine Time: Colome Torrontes 2011, Argentina

Torrontes, the signature Argentine white, is an outstanding grape, and the Colome version of it is great.
By Dennis Sodomka

Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012

Egg bake is perfect for brunch

Eggs aren’t just for breakfast and this week I’m using eggs in a delicious Sausage, Green Chile and Egg Bake that can be served any time.
By Karin Calloway

Dine & dish: Time for romance at 5 O'Clock Bistro

I've heard that at the best French restaurants, the waiters are savvy enough to look the other way when romance is in the air. So we decided to visit 5 O'Clock Bistro on Kings Way.
By Danielle Wong Moores

Wine Time: Troublemaker Blend 3, Paso Robles

Every wine drinker has a few go-to wines. Troublemaker is one of mine. It never fails to please.
By Dennis Sodomka

Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012

Pizza dip is a party favorite

Pizza dip is a party favorite that's as simple as spreading a block of cream cheese in a pie plate, topping with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni and baking it.
By Karin Calloway

Wine Time: MontGras Carmenere Reserva 2010, Chile

In the glass this wine is a deep violet red, with nice aromas of spices and red fruit.
By Dennis Sodomka

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012

Dine & dish: At DiChickO's, the secret's in the sauce

From paninis and salads, to rice bowls and flaps (a grilled wrap), most entrees are between 400 and 500 calories - hard to beat if you're looking for a good meal that's also good for your waistline.
By Danielle Wong Moores

Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012

Wine Time: FishEye Shiraz 2010, Australia

This wonderful, robust, fruity Shiraz comes out just in time to celebrate Australia Day on Jan. 26.
By Dennis Sodomka

Chicken dish super quick to make

This Chicken Pepperoni Bake takes about five minutes of prep time and then bakes in the oven for 35 minutes, so it's definitely a quick and easy entrée.
By Karin Calloway

Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012

Art from the bakery: Wedding cakes come in variety of sizes, prices

Two things happen when guests arrive at a wedding. "First, they want to see the wedding dress," Dianna Tornow said. But second, they want to see the cake.
By Kelly Jasper

Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2012

Chicken soup for the (cold) soul

This week's Island Chicken Soup is a winter warmer that isn't tied to any particular cuisine.
By Karin Calloway

Chicken soup for the (cold) soul

When the winter doldrums set in, I like to turn up the heat in the kitchen with dishes that take me on a culinary journey to the islands. This week's Island Chicken Soup is a winter warmer which ...

Wine Time: Trapiche Merlot 2010, Argentina

This is a medium-bodied wine with a lingering taste.
By Dennis Sodomka

Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2012

Two chickens equal three meals

If one of your New Year's resolutions is to lower your grocery bill, there are several strategies you can employ.
By Karin Calloway

Wine Time: Liberty School Chardonnay 2010, California

It's difficult to find a Chardonnay this good at this price.
By Dennis Sodomka

Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2011

Paula Deen's 'bible' named unhealthiest cookbook

SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Celebrity chef Paula Deen is known for her folksy approach to food, but health experts say she's unhealthy.
By Mary Landers

Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011

Tom's Con Queso is the perfect dip

My husband's family has a not-so-common tradition that my father-in-law started many years ago. Whenever a holiday crowd gathers, Tom always makes up a batch of his delicious Con Queso.
By Karin Calloway

Wine Time: Gnarly Head Authentic Red 2010, Lodi

If the winemaker can continue to produce a smooth, lush wine like this every year, the Authentic Red should be a popular addition to the Gnarly Head portfolio.
By Dennis Sodomka

Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011

Wine Time: Wakefield Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Australia

This is a beautiful, rich wine that is fairly intense but not overpowering.
By Dennis Sodomka
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