News Feed: November 25, 2012
Jonathan Gold made Thanksgiving dinner for the first time last week. [LAT]
Citrus scientists administer paternity tests to determine the father of sweet oranges. [LAT]
Profile: Danny Bowien's next moves. [NY Mag]
How did Pabst get its blue ribbon? [Smithsonian]
Thanksgiving Wine Recommendations from Terroir’s Paul Grieco
With so many flavors on offer at Thanksgiving, the task of finding a bottle that plays nicely with all of them can make us even grouchier than our in-laws. Thankfully, we’ve enlisted Paul Grieco, who won the 2012 JBF Award for Outstanding Wine, Beer, or Spirits Professional, to do the pairing for us. His suggestions, which range from values to splurges, will take you from stuffing to turkey and back to leftovers.
Hirsch Zöbing Riesling 2009 ($24)
"Because nothing needs good, bracing acidity and crunchy terroir like a plate full of turkey and all the fixings."
Argyros Assyrtiko Santorini 2009 ($20)
"This Greek wine’s salty tang and bright, lively flavors make it the perfect palate-mate for stuffing and sweet potatoes."
Jean François Ganevat Les Chalasses Marnes Bleues 2009 ($65)
"When the aromas of... Read more >
Recipe Roundup: Turkey, Turkey, Turkey
Whether you're interested in starting a new Thanksgiving tradition or just looking to break out of a family-recipe rut, there's no shortage of turkey tutorials to be found this time of year. And whom better to trust than a true professional? Here are some of our favorite turkey recipes from industry bigwigs.
Sam Sifton's Simple Roast Turkey [Bon Appétit]
The New York Times editor's go-to Thanksgiving bird is glazed with a rosemary-infused teriyaki butter. Though it may seem like holiday heresy, Sifton swears this recipe will keep the hordes very happy.
Jacques Pépin's Steam-Powered Turkey [NYT]
According to Pépin, a short dip in a steam bath followed by a two-hour blast in a hot oven is... Read more >
News Feed: November 19, 2012
A primer on Thanksgiving turkey prep. [WP]
Come dessert, give your guests more variety with mini pies. [LAT]
The world's largest collection of coffee cup lids. [Smithsonian]
Vegetarians, behold the Veggieducken. [NPR]
Green News Feed: November 16, 2012
Despite efforts to reduce prices of produce, food deserts remain. [NPR]
Nine crowd-pleasing vegetarian Thanksgiving recipes. [Treehugger]
Oil rig explodes off the coast of Louisiana. [HuffPo]
Chicago mayor partners public heath initiatives with soda companies. [FoodPolitics]
On the Menu: Week of November 18
Monday, November 19, 7:00 P.M.
No discussion of the South's booming food scene is complete without mentioning Cúrate, the spirited Asheville-based tapas bar that's helmed by a married couple who also happen to be alumni of El Bulli. Join us for a taste of the team's interpretation of classic Spanish holiday fare.
Thanksgiving with a Southern Twist
Thursday, November 22, 6:00 P.M.
Leave the basters and the kitchen twine at home and join us at the Beard House for a Down South–inspired Thanksgiving feast. That renowned hospitality will be on display this Turkey Day when acclaimed chef Scott Varnedoe comes up North to show us exactly how they do it in Baton Rouge.
News Feed: November 15, 2012
Scientists unlock the secret to better beer bubbles. [NPR]
Brighten your mashed potatoes with a hit of kimchi. [NPR]
Thanksgiving may be next week, but test kitchens have been slaving away for months. [SF Gate]
Michelin announces its 2012 stars for Chicago. [Chicago Tribune]
... Read more >
Recipe Roundup: Thanksgiving Leftovers
We had so much fun last year coming up with ideas for Thanksgiving leftovers that we thought we’d revisit the topic with a list of some of the best leftover-loving recipes out there.
David Chang’s Soy-Braised Turkey, Mashed Potato Spring Rolls, Spicy Brussels Sprouts with Mint [F&W]
Indian-Spiced Turkey Lentil Soup, Cranberry-
News Feed: November 22, 2011
Don’t worry about it: Thanksgiving sides that make themselves in a slow cooker. [NYT]
The evolution of the human jaw: how the foods we eat shape our bodies. [NPR]
Wines for Your Thanksgiving Spread
If you’re on a last-minute hunt for Thanksgiving wines, consider one of these recommendations from two-time James Beard Award-winning authors Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg, co-authors of the new The Food Lover’s Guide to Wine (Little, Brown), which was recently named one of the five best wine books of the year by the Wall Street Journal. Whether you’re looking for a multi-sipper that goes with everything you’ve heaped on your plate or for a variety of bottles to pair with all of the trimmings, this list has you covered. Bubbles: We toasted our wedding at Lydia Shire’s Boston restaurant Biba in 1990 with Iron Horse Wedding Cuvée, and this iconic brand has been our critical and sentimental favorite to enjoy on special occasions ever since. If you only serve one
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