Finer foods now obtainable – What were once considered luxury food items are now more affordable because of the present state of the economy. Take advantage.

“Kitchen Cabinet” – Alice Waters wants to be a part of Obama’s ‘kitchen cabinet’ by influencing White House food preparation choices and encouraging sustainable organic eating.

Restaurants in recession – more and more jobs are being cut from the restaurant business due to economic distress.

American portions.. - …are higher than most other countries (which is why we’re so obese).

Nutty Nutrition – Study shows eating nuts can reduce heart risk.

[Image taken by Evan Sung for the New York Times]

Last year I went on a little rant about how much I HATE when people put marshmallows on their sweet potatoes. Ok, maybe it was more like a huge rant (can you still sense my bitterness?) But this year, I am happy to read that Mark Bittman, food writer for the New York Times, agrees with me. I mean, frankly, why wouldn’t someone self-dubbed “The Minimalist” agree that sweet potatoes do not need marshmallows? His name itself indicates that good foods need little embellishment, especially a food like sweet potatoes.

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Because there is always an upside - Eating foods that are high in fat can actually have some health benefits, the question is: do they outweigh the costs? (Washington Post)

Pairing wine with hot dogs – Sophistication has reached a new level! (Washington Post)

Dark meat – A well written editorial piece on the controversy in kosher meat packing plants in Iowa. (New York Times)

Healthy pineapple – New studies show the tropical fruit can help with digestion.

Champagne wins – The most popular and social beverage of choice is Champagne! (New York Times)