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Check out these morsels of information that every cook needs to know. From savvy shopping tips and advice on how to master the farmers market to insider tips designed to take your cooking to the next level. Whether you are a guarded gourmet or epicurian extraordinaire, here you'll find inspiration you need to discover your inner chef.

Special FeaturesTasty Morsels Popularity of Food Carts Continues to Grow

Popularity of Food Carts Continues to Grow

07/06/2012 - 9:35am

Summer could not be a more perfect time to check out the newest trend in dining: Food Carts. A food cart is a portable eatery; some of the most well known can be found in New York, Los Angeles, and Portland.

In Portland there are 500+ licensed food carts. That means...

Special Features Tasty Morsels Summer Favorites: Fruits and Veggies

Summer Favorites: Fruits and Veggies

07/06/2012 - 9:26am

By Smart Cooking Guide   Summer is all about Fruits and Vegetables. Eating healthy always feels good but when fresh options are available it tastes great too.

Stay cool this summer by eating more cucumbers! This is a healthy, hydrating choice...

Special Features Tasty Morsels Our Favorite Small Summer Dishes

Our Favorite Small Summer Dishes

07/06/2012 - 9:17am

By Smart Cooking Guide   It's always fun to have a new side dish to go along with a favorite main course. Summer calls for fresher ingredients and lighter menu items. We're sharing our favorite options for the warmer weather months!

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Special Features Tasty Morsels How Green is your Kitchen?

How Green is your Kitchen?

07/06/2012 - 9:13am

By Smart Cooking Guide   The kitchen is the number one energy-wasting room within your household. The U.S. Department of Energy found lighting, refrigeration, and cooking alone are responsible for 41.5% of a home’s energy consumption, that isn’t...
Kitchen Essentials Five Alternate Uses for Kitchen Items

Five Alternate Uses for Kitchen Items

07/03/2012 - 12:44pm

Zap Stains with Lemons - You can remove food stains from plastic and light colored wood by simply cutting the lemon in half, squeezing the lemon above the object needing to be cleaned, rub thoroughly, then let it sit for 20 minutes. So long stain! 

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Special Features Kitchen Confidential: Spring Cleaning Tips

Kitchen Confidential: Spring Cleaning Tips

03/30/2012 - 2:01pm

Is it time for you to tackle the task of giving your kitchen a spring cleaning once-over?  There’s more to it than opening the windows and letting the fresh air in.  This cleaning guide will help you accomplish your goal and have you out enjoying the weather in no time.    ...

Recipes & More EASTER EGG DECORATIONS: Specialty Kits Abound Making Decorating E

EASTER EGG DECORATIONS: Specialty Kits Abound Making Decorating Easier Than Ever Before

03/30/2012 - 1:57pm

Peter Cottontail will soon be hopping down the bunny trail which means it’s time for you and the family to decorate eggs.  From basic to bedazzled the sky’s the limit when it comes to decorating technique.  All you need are some hard boiled eggs, decorating supplies and most...

Special Features Farmers' Market Done Right

Farmers' Market Done Right

03/29/2012 - 9:28am

Farmers' markets are a fun way to spend a morning and get your grocery shopping done at the same time. Plus you’re supporting local farmers and the trend in farm-to-table cooking. Here are a few pointers to make the most out of your trip. 

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Breadman Ultimate Plus Breadmaker Video Product Review

Smart cooking tips and video product review for Breadman convection bread maker

Bake healthy with this 2lb. convection bread maker by Breadman. Check out the video product review here.

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