Reposted from The Silver Times This is a tentative victory, but it shows the usefulness of the specialized associations in the transparency of food. In mid-July, Foodwatch, denounced the deception induced by the logos “Made in France” on many food packages. While the label ” blue-white-red “, which seems to reassure consumers about the origin […]
Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel were announced as the entertainment at Gruene Hall on Friday, October 6th, 2017 for the 31st Annual Gruene Music & Wine Festival benefiting United Way of Comal County (UWCC). Chris Snider, President of Texas Tito’s and UWCC Campaign Chair, says “this is THE event of the year for UWCC. […]
By Sarah Baker Hansen / World-Herald staff writer Virtuoso isn’t the same old Benson pizza joint you know. The restaurant, which opened this spring, might not have the funky, eclectic atmosphere of the former Pizza Shoppe. But what it does have — incredible pizza — more than makes up for it. I’ll wager without worry […]
BY STEFANIE DONAHUE – The Northern Light If you’re looking for something to do this summer, dust off that old set of mason jars in your garage and start pickling. Here are a few recipes to get you started: Cucumber Chips Lasts up to one year in the fridge. You’ll need one gallon of sliced […]
August 31, 2017 | 6 – 9 PM McKenna Events Center 801 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels, TX 78130 Join us for a special farm-to-table dinner and silent auction benefiting the New Braunfels Food Bank featuring local food, beer, wine, and more! All proceeds from this event will go directly towards the completion of […]
The heat is on at Salata, The Next Generation Salad Bar. The popular salad bar concept known for its simple, fresh and honest ingredients is introducing fresh jalapeños to its extensive toppings lineup on August 1. Everyone knows fresh jalapeños pack a punch and are full of flavor; but they also offer multiple health benefits. […]
Makes 1 pint, 1 tablespoon per serving Instructions: Blacken the skins of the dulce mediterraneo chiles over a flame or under a broiler. A large, ripe red bell pepper may be substituted. Place the roasted chiles in a plastic bag, twist the top and let peppers sweat for about 20 minutes. Cut the tops off the […]
The Erie-native competed against four other brine drinkers at the Pittsburgh pickle festival on the Roberto Clemente Bridge. By ROSSILYNNE CULGAN – The Incline In one smooth 8.34-second gulp, Fred Smith chugged 32 ounces of pickle juice, winning the brine drinking competition and becoming honorary Mayor of Picklesburgh. With just a few pickle juice […]
How to preserve a little bit of summer on your counter top BY STETT HOLBROOK – Bohemian.com Pickling season is upon us. Summer’s bounty will soon become soggy unless you it all eat quickly, or turn to pickling. I advocate both. How you eat them is up to you, but I’ll offer some advice on […]
4 competitors in annual event By Sara WaiteJournal-Advocate editor Everyone was a winner at the Parks, Library and Recreation Department’s annual Kids Pet Show on Saturday. The event, held this year at Earl Franklin Park on Front Street, featured four contestants. Pets were able to enter as many of the five categories offered as […]