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Salt, Sablefish and Showstopping Cheese - The Globe and Mail in 60 Seconds

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Rose salt. Photo: seesternrea, Flickr
  • Professionals, history and calculators, oh my! Here is just about everything you could ever want to know about salt.
  • Chef Rob Feenie shares a recipe for Baked Marinated Sake and Soy Sablefish, Asparagus and Soybean Salad and Tomato-Caper Jam.
  • Dishing on local delights, from Halifax's tiny lobsters to Calgary's sausages.
  • Author Michael Steinberger talks about the changing face of French food.
  • Tempt with tequila, or catch a video about the celebrity tequila trend.
  • The fickleness and fabulousness of fresh basil.
  • The delicious brew Innis & Gunn is so popular in Canada that there's a special "Canadian Cask" edition.
  • The ash rind and sweet flavor of Grey Owl Cheese make it a "showstopper."
  • A picnic menu perfect for summer.

Tomatoes, Whisky and a Little Ceviche - The Miami Herald in 60 Seconds

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Reflected tomatoes. Photo: gutter/Flickr
  • You may love the deep red and delicious flavor of tomatoes, but how much do you know about the fruit?
  • This week's Dinner & a Movie: "Blame it on Rio" and food from the Boogalu Cafe.
  • Readers weigh in on easy summertime treats.
  • If you can bear to add mixers to your whisky, try a Macallan Classic 10.
  • Rice Cream Puddings offers customers puddings flavored with everything from coquito to rum raisin.
  • Writer Maricel E. Presilla writes about the Cuban memories evoked by sweet mangoes.
  • California's Brassfield winery traded rolling cattle fields for vineyards and grapes.
  • Northwest Miami-Dade is home to restaurants like Olivos, Thai Cafe and Taberna de Ignacio, while Hollywood boasts Exotic Bites, Cafe Italia and Orale Mexican.
  • La Cofradia adds "Ceviche Bar" to its name and revels in raw fish.
  • L'Express Sandwicherie in Coral Gables is run by a ... kickboxing chef?
  • Recipe: Barbecued Pork and Beans

Burgers, Beans and Beer - The New York Times in 60 Seconds

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SoCal Burger.
Photo: Yogma/Flickr
  • In search of the best burger, the Times talks to a slew of gourmet chefs about the recipe for patty perfection.
  • The Jets and the Sharks aren't the only ones busy with turf wars -- old-school food vendors are battling a growing onslaught of gourmet street fare on the streets of New York. To top that off, six have been arrested on permit-fraud charges.
  • Move over foie gras -- seal meat, served in Montreal, is the food world's latest faux pas.
  • Restaurants in France breathe a sigh of relief as the meal tax falls from a whopping 19.6 percent to the more reasonable 5.5 percent.
  • Beans and rice, as seen through the eyes of Joe Quintana, executive chef at Rosa Mexicano.
  • "Twelfth Night" fans rejoice: Central Park's Delacorte Theater now offers a whole realm of food beyond the usual pretzels and hot dogs.
  • The Minimalist makes some flavored oils.

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Bison, Burgers and Boston Cream Pie - The Kansas City Star in 60 Seconds

Bison. Photo: digitalART2/Flickr
  • Bison meat is lean and non-gamey -- and also delicious.
  • The servers may wear jeans, but the food at Blanc Burgers is anything but casual, with patties mixed with rib-eye, tenderloin and New York strip steak.
  • Choirmaster Kevin Hershberger talks about culinary style and shares a recipe for Gelatin Lemon Wedges.
  • Kansas City hosts self-guided farm tours from Independence to Shawnee. And there are plenty of local farmers markets that bring the farms closer to home.
  • Five cheap kitchen tools that won't break the bank: steak knives, wok, hands, coffee dripper and wine opener.
  • The latest Seven-Day Menu Planner features everything from chicken wraps to Boston cream pie.
  • Recipes: Grilled Swordfish Rolls, Quick Potato and Leek Soup, Citrus and Strawberry Chicken Salad.

Tofu, Trains and Terrific Fried Fish - The Los Angeles Times in 60 Seconds

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Homemade tofu. Photo: avlxyz/Flickr
  • These days, just about everything is DIY -- including homemade tofu! But when time is of the essence, there are places to buy it in Los Angeles. And if you require a little more info, here's all you need to know about the soy-based blocks.
  • The story behind Circle C Ranch and its co-owner Kim Blain, whose gorgeous fruit and colorful personality made her a legend at the Hollywood Farmers Market.
  • Restaurants on the rails: A look at how chefs make fine dining work with the small kitchens and delays of train travel.
  • The non-profit SEE-LA does its part to bring the fresh and delicious world of farmers markets to underserved communities with a Farmer's Kitchen.
  • Louisiana Best Seafood is pure So-Cal, and might boast the best fried fish in Los Angeles.
  • The 8 oz. Burger Bar has hit its stride, offering a solid beer list and, of course, notable burgers.
  • The wine of the week is an "elegant and approachable" 2007 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Noir JV Estate.
  • Recipes: Chicken Strudel with Fresh Tomato Compote, Sauce for Zaru Tofu, Field Salad with Fresh Balsamic Vinaigrette and Warm Chocolate Bread Pudding Dessert

Fried Chicken, Homemade Ricotta and Pickle Juice Popsicles - The Boston Globe in 60 Seconds

Fried Chicken
Photo: thebittenword.com/Flickr
  • When you're on the hunt for Southern fried chicken in Boston, check out spots like Highland Kitchen and Summer Shack, or try to make it at home like Virginia's Mildred Rowe -- here's the recipe.
  • Rosetta Constantino teaches students about the wonders of fresh, homemade ricotta, and you can make it too.
  • Not only are rugelach from Babycakes in Boxborough hand-rolled, but 20 percent of their profits go to the Pan-Mass Challenge.
  • Looking at one family's party fare, which includes recipes for Chicken Salad and Gluten-Free Lasagna.
  • Forget the split -- here's a recipe for Green Pea Soup.
  • Um ... pickle juice Popsicles?!
  • Palmer Vineyards North Fork Pinot Blanc 2007 is but one of several American wines that ring in at $11 and under.
  • Stuffed Potatoes with Trees and Cheese are catnip for kids -- and thanks to this kids' to-do list, they can help make them.
  • An interview with Jeri Quinzio, author of "Ice Cream: The Ultimate Cold Comfort."
  • If you're looking for a cheap place to eat in Harvard Square, check out Noir, where all food costs under $13.
  • Cambridge's Tupelo offers Southern comfort food that elicits a simple yet well-earned "yum."

Culinary Arts, Cookie Dough and a Strawberry Shag - The New Orleans Times-Picayune in 60 Seconds

Raw cookie dough. Photo: aresauburn™/Flickr

Strawberries, Bees and Booze - The New York Times in 60 Seconds

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A strawberry reflects. Photo: Paraflyer/Flickr
  • Retro berry flavor: A Strawberry Charlotte recipe from the 1940s.
  • Sit-down chains like Applebee's and Ruby Tuesday are waging discount price wars to win your patronage.
  • Is it possible for one establishment to have a good selection of brews and delicious food, or are the two mutually exclusive?
  • The Minimalist makes Greek Nachos.
  • The swizzle stick isn't just a souvenir of drunken shenanigans. It's also a controlled way to stir a drink.
  • Biryani on a budget -- where to get it in New York for under $25.
  • First the rise, then the fall. Australia's booming wine industry is starting to suffer as prices slide.

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Jell-O, Popcorn and Those Pressing Foodie Questions - The Chicago Tribune in 60 Seconds

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Green Jell-O -- gifrancis/Flickr

Barley, Coffee and Anti-Microbials - The San Francisco Chronicle in 60 Seconds

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A stalk of barley. Photo courtesy of Pardesi*/Flickr
  • Barley inspires delicious obsessions, and a recipe for Barley with Walnuts and Roasted Spring Vegetables.
  • Lies in advertising: Anti-microbials are slipping into our antibiotic-free meat.
  • Coffee can kick food, like sleepy humans, into high gear. You can braise, rub and sauce with it -- and that's just for starters.
  • Ducca's gets a new executive chef in Erica Holland-Toll, previously of Lark Creek Inn.
  • A whole lot of love for the hot eateries and bars of San Francisco: Fly Bar gets a second location on Divisadero; Pleasant Hill's Sichuan Fortune House offers a plentiful menu of good eats; Outerlands dishes great food if you get there before it runs out; Foreign Cinema offers family fare with foreign flicks; Town Hall still rocks with notable service and Southern flavor; and Michelle Mah goes European with Midi.

Lobster, Guacamole and Tapioca Balls - The Hartford Courant in 60 Seconds

The snapping claws of a red lobster. Photo: Simon Goldenberg/Flickr
  • Did you know that lobster was once a low-class food? As prices for the crustacean drop, the Courant shares history, tasty recipes and a slew of delectable pictures.
  • What makes the perfect guacamole? Alfonso Martinez of Hartford's Monte Alban knows, and shares authentic Mexican tips and a recipe.
  • Tapioca balls bubble up in Connecticut ice tea.
  • Norfolk's Infinity Music Hall adds a bistro that serves everything from mussels to tenderloin.
  • Policing the Produce: Sneaky farmers get stopped when they try to slip international goods into the local fare at farmers markets.
  • Recipes: Grilled Shrimp with Avocado Salsa, Easy Applesauce Cake and Lemon Chicken Tagine, Grilled Trout with Vegetable Chop and Grilled Sirloins with Gorgonzola, Red Onions and Rosemary.

Mangos, Mexican and More - The Austin-American Statesman in 60 Seconds

Sliced Mango Photo: Hojusaram/Flickr
  • Did you know that June is National Mango Month? The Statesman takes part in the fruity celebrations with a bunch of mango-centric recipes, plus a dairy-free ice cream.
  • A local cancer survivor shares a bean-free recipe for Chicken and Rice.
  • Grilled pizzas are definitely the new fad. Now Austin jumps on the bandwagon.
  • Annie's Cafe and Bar gets a makeover, moving from boxed lunches to catering and breakfast, lunch and dinner, farm-to-table-style.
  • Recipes: Golden Summer Corn Soup and Creamy Mexican Cheese Dip.
  • News bites from Nawlins grains to Father's Day dining, plus everything from Rockstar Bagels to burger recipes.

Chickens, Cheese and California - The New York Times in 60 Seconds

Spitzhauben Chickens Photo: birdyboo/Flickr
  • Poor cluckers. A new report says that poultry is the main culprit behind U.S. food poisoning.
  • Roof gardens are changing skylines from New York to San Francisco.
  • It may not have spurred the passion of "Before Sunrise," but one European train ride led to an Endive Cheese Tart.
  • Thailand's Isan region cools things down with a Green Papaya Salad before getting hot and spicy with Larb.
  • Troubled times have led to downsized weddings and homespun matrimonial eats like teeny burgers and jalapeno poppers.
  • Berlin is host to a new world of hidden, homegrown restaurants.
  • Locanda Verde, a new restaurant in downtown Manhattan, inspired this recipe for a Sugar Snap Pea Salad,
  • The Minimalist adds a peanutty crunch to chicken soup.
  • Move over, California! Long Island wineries like the 9-year-old Shinn Estate Vineyards are finally getting some respect.

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Pizzas, Brunch and Boozing - The Cleveland Plain Dealer in 60 Seconds

Lemonade with Lots of Ice Photo: HBuzacott/Flickr
  • Sassing up a summer classic, the Plain Dealer merges lemon and orange-blossom honey for a rather tasty-looking Orange Blossom Lemonade.
  • A look at grilled pizzas and the phenomenon of the portable pizza oven comes with tips on pies for any occasion.
  • Its diverse menu and great patio make Vine & Bean Cafe one of Cleveland's brunch hotspots.
  • Two boozy bottle picks for summer shenanigans: Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy Weiss Beer is pretty good for a lemonade brew, while Woodchuck Draft Cider Dark & Dry is smooth and refreshing.
  • The latest Wine of the Week is Wine by Joe, a supple 2007 Oregon Pinot Noir.
  • Food happenings around Cleveland and June wine tastings.

Affordable Wine and Clam-Free Clam Chowder - The San Diego Union-Tribune in 60 Seconds

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  • How do you quench your thirst for good wine when your wallet is near empty? This guide will help you get the biggest vine for your buck.
  • The number of U.S. wineries is growing as newbies like Blue Door and Escondido Sunrise get into the business.
  • This week's Produce Picks include Washington asparagus and Packham pears from Argentina.
  • Hmm ... Can you have clam chowder without clams?
  • The Union-Tribune takes a peek at new notable products from spicy chicken sandwiches to low-fat ice cream.
  • Recipe: Scrumptious Coffee Cake, Brownie Cookies, an Infamous Wedding Green Sauce, Cranberry Oatmeal Chews, Fire-Roasted Tomatoes and Chicken over Ziti

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