Cuisine
From Our Table: Beat the heat with summer salads
By Medicine Hat News on July 17th, 2018
Beat the heat and enjoy delicious, nutritious summer veggies. Here are a few ideas to bump up your veggie vitamins this summer and stay cool. * Buy a wide variety of vegetables then wash them and cut them up right away so they are ready to grab and go, eat for meals and super snacks. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Summertime sizzles with the perfect picnic
By Medicine Hat News on July 3rd, 2018
Oh I love summer! I think I’ve started saying that several times a day for the past few weeks. I love the colours, the smells, the heat, the bright blue sky, the fresh veggies and fruits growing, the birds singing, picnics — just everything. Maybe it’s even more precious this year after such a long ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: Amazing asparagus
By Medicine Hat News on April 24th, 2018
Spring weather has finally arrived. I’m sure many people are eagerly anticipating planting flower and vegetable gardens. Late April early May is typically a time that one of my favourite vegetables comes into season Asparagus used to be called sparrow grass but it’s in the genus “asparagus” and that’s the exact name most know it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Experiment with growing edibles indoors
By Medicine Hat News on March 27th, 2018
Metro Editorial Foodies find it hard to beat vine-ripened tomatoes plucked right out of a garden. Other edibles, such as fresh lettuce for a small luncheon salad or a handful of fresh parsley right out of a pot to add to a marinade, also add a lot to meals. The convenience and flavor of freshly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!How corned beef became synonymous with St. Patrick’s Day
By Medicine Hat News on February 13th, 2018
Metro Editorial Many people enjoy indulging in corned beef on St. Patrick’s Day, but few may know exactly what they’re eating. Corned beef is a way to prepare a cut of beef, typically the brisket. When making corned beef, the beef is cured in a brine solution. Corned beef gets its name because the meat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: A few more of my favourite things
By Medicine Hat News on February 13th, 2018
Another one of my favourite things is right around the corner — Valentine’s Day! It’s a day to celebrate love which is yet another one of my favourite things. It’s also associated with a very special food, chocolate, which is also one of my favourites. And most importantly pink is one of the common colours ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!End your Valentine’s Day dinner with homemade dessert
By Medicine Hat News on February 6th, 2018
Metro Editorial Valentine’s Day is synonymous with many things, including chocolate. Many sweethearts exchange chocolate on Valentine’s Day, making chocolate confections as essential to a successful holiday as flowers and romance. Men and women who want to make this Valentine’s Day extra special can forgo store-bought chocolates in favour of homemade confections. The following recipe ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Unconventional wedding menu ideas
By Medicine Hat News on January 16th, 2018
Metro Editorial Traditionally, one of the more memorable aspects of wedding receptions is the food. Whether it was fun, tasty or something entirely new for guests, food tends to leave a lasting impression. The experts at Boho Weddings say that, more than ever before, couples are seeking menu ideas that reflect their personalities as a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!From Our Table: The New Year’s resolution quandary
By Medicine Hat News on January 2nd, 2018
It’s a brand new year with endless possibilities laid out on a blank page. This is the time of year many people decide if they should set New Year’s resolutions or not. Is it actually beneficial to set resolutions or healthier to not put yourself under more pressure. The most difficult part is not setting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buffets can make things easier for the host but remember safety
By Medicine Hat News on October 3rd, 2017
Mero Editorial Food is a key component of any social occasion. Party hosts often rely on buffet-style offerings as opposed to sit-down meals to feed guests in environments where space may be limited. Buffets also are handy when hosting guests with various dietary restrictions or people who are picky eaters. When establishing buffet service, hosts ... Read More »
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