Cook Well

The Sweet Life

What is the secret ingredient that makes Janie's Cakes one of the best pound cakes in the world?

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May
2013

The Ultimate Comfort Food

Ask any adult what food he or she enjoyed most as a child – and still craves now – and you’ll probably hear “macaroni and cheese” somewhere high on the list. Ask any kid (even the picky eaters) what they are willing to eat, and yes, the beloved mac and cheese rises to the top again.

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April
2013

What Do You Mean You Don't Eat Meat?

Dining out with vegetarians, vegans and loved ones on a special diet can be a complicated experience. After the initial comment, “What do you mean you don't eat meat,” comes acceptance... 

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March
2013
House Foods America

Sweet Celebrity

She’s a modern girl from Queens and he’s a food purist from the hills of Tuscany and, with their young daughters Evelina and Giulia, they have a home life that blends their two opposite sensibilities, with delicious results.

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February
2013

Culinary Corner: Cedric Fletcher

One of East Texas’ favorite chefs firmly believes that you have to “take up space in the kitchen.” And take up space, he does. Cedric Fletcher, owner of Fat Catz and ZaZa’s, both in Tyler, is rather larger than life.

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January
2013

A Carry-Out Christmas

It’s so hard to believe that the holidays are here.

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December
2012

'Tis The Season For Pie

Necessity is one of the most powerful tools for making things happen. When a need arises, our brains naturally start trying to find a way to meet that need and fix the problem at hand. I think it’s something we know to do instinctively. The human race shares a strong will to survive and thrive.

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November
2012

Consumption Junction

When the polls open in East Texas on Nov. 6, the people of Tyler and a section of southern Smith County will have a major choice on their hands – one that will impact the future of our community, economy, our freedoms of choice and possibly our public safety.

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October
2012

Step Right Up

veryone knows that if you eat at the East Texas State Fair, calories don’t count. Right?

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September
2012

Building A Better Butt

Buns, booty, glutes… Whatever you call them, most women agree that they want them to look good. Men and women alike know that a fit body looks even better when it boasts a firm tush.

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February
2012

Table For 2

This Valentine's Day, couple up with these romantic wines....

 

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February
2012

How Do You Fondue?

Eighteen years and two children later, romantic Valentine’s dinners aren’t quite what they used to be in my home. In fact, they might be even better.

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February
2012

Keeping My New Year's Resolution

My New Year’s Resolution is to make sure my family gathers around our supper table at least four nights a week.

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January
2012