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May 1, 2012

Discarding the myth of either/or to embrace one’s calling and motherhood.

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Sip It Up
May 1, 2012 – 8:48 pm | No Comment
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When it comes to shopping for wine, I really have no idea what I’m doing. A trip down the wine aisle at the grocery store might as well be a trip through the NASA space station.

Easter Eats
April 1, 2012 – 3:59 pm | Comments Off
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The Easter ham would be a lonely sight without the addition of some tasty sides. Among the most traditional side dishes are deviled eggs and potato salad. Here are a few recipes that take the tradition to the next level. Enjoy!

Feeding the Madness
March 1, 2012 – 2:13 am | Comments Off
Foothills Brewery. Photo by J. Sinclair

With March Madness setting in, we set out to find the area’s top spots for watching sports.

Mindful Eating
February 1, 2012 – 10:47 am | Comments Off
Benfield says incorporating mindful and body-center eating behaviors increases the likelihood that we’ll gravitate toward better food choices and actions.

Eating more and moving less isn’t a good or healthy combo—or the way to fit into your pants.

Soup’s On!
January 3, 2012 – 2:59 pm | Comments Off
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In honor of National Soup Month, here are a few offerings to warm you.

That’s the Spirit!
December 1, 2011 – 6:13 am | Comments Off
Three of Tate's most popular holiday cocktails: Christmas in Manhattan, Alexander the Great, and Aunt Donna's Christmas Cocktail (LEFT TO RIGHT)

The following is a look at five of the finest seasonal sips we found, from classic cocktails to sweet wines to full-bodied stouts.

Cookbooks with a Cause
November 1, 2011 – 2:32 pm | Comments Off
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Sharing what we know goes back to the beginning of humanity, and nowhere is this more evident or appreciated than the passing along of tried-and-true recipes.

From Farm to Fork
October 1, 2011 – 9:43 pm | Comments Off
Michael Millan of Rana Loca

Buying delicious food, supporting the local economy, and reducing our carbon footprint—it’s something that everyone in town can feel good about.

From Harvest to Bottle
August 31, 2011 – 7:28 pm | Comments Off
Westbend Vineyards

A grape’s journey from vine to wine.
By Tammy Holoman / Photos by J. Sinclair
Most of us know little about what happens to grapes on their journey from vine to wine. Making wine is a science, …

Beyond Sweet Potatoes
July 31, 2011 – 7:48 pm | Comments Off
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The award-winning restaurant Sweet Potatoes, opened in 2003 by chef Stephanie L. Tyson and her partner and co-owner, Vivián Joiner, is a downtown icon.