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by Marisa McClellan, Posted Feb 3rd 2009 @ 7:00PM

Trick out your Valentine's Day desserts with a hint of coconut. Recommended recipes include Coconut Cheesecake, Lemon Coconut Tapioca Pudding, Coconut Chocolate Pudding and Coconut Poundcake.
A useful search tool that scours the peanut butter recall list, letting you check on the status of your pantry items.
Information on the various kinds of dried, flaked and shredded coconut meat you can get.
"Moldy" sandwich baggies, cooking classes galore and vitamin D are all in the mix this week.
Pete Peterson spotlights the Nagami Kumquat this week, and recommends it for its floral, tart flavor.
Annette Stadelman is trying to refresh the image of Australian wine brands, so that people think of more than just shiraz.
Potato boats are a fun take on the twice-baked potato and will have kids cleaning their plates.
Cook up some seasoned lamb meatballs for a quick Mediterranean dinner that will please everyone.
This week in the On Time/Under Budget column, you'll find Kielbasa With Smothered Cabbage and Mashed Potatoes.

by Marisa McClellan, Posted Jun 17th 2008 @ 1:03PM

Two brewers in Oregon have been trailblazers in the area of organic brewing and the movement is continuing to grow.
Grilling a slice of bread creates something slightly more transcendent than a mere piece of toast. Brushing it with olive oil prior to introducing it to the heat produces something that is wonderful under a tapanade or a spoonful of bruschetta.
For a really special summer dessert, try this Pain au Chocolat made on the grill.
Check out local bbq competitions, new grocery stores and fresh, local berries in today's In the Mix column.
Early summer in Portland has more in common with November than July. Try these Crisp Polenta Cakes With Pinot Noir-Shiitake Gravy and Asparagus for a warming meal that incorporates all that is fresh and local.
Need a protein-packed quick dinner? Look no further than the eggs in your fridge and whip up Herbed Vegetable and Goat Cheese Frittata.