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Archive for August, 2008

  • In Other Food News

    Beer This!

    August 27th, 2008 by | No Comments

    A delicious article from Ken Alan about BEER. Mmmmm.

  • IRON HILL BREWERY & RESTAURANT

    ANNOUNCES OKTOBERFEST MENU AND BEER PAIRINGS

    WILMINGTON, DE – This autumn, ever-popular beer and dining destination Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is offering guests a hearty, two-course Oktoberfest Menu at all seven of its award-winning locations. This special meal will be available from September 15 until October 31, and costs $19.95. Each course pairs with one of Iron Hill’s handcrafted beers, available in 10 oz. draughts for $2.50 each.

    “For brewers, Oktoberfest is one of the highlights of our year, an age-old tradition that began in Germany and is now one of the most exciting beer events in the world,” says Director of Brewing Operations Mark Edelson. “We love all aspects of beer culture, …

  • CHEF JOSE GARCES, FIRST CHALLENGER FROM PHILADELPHIAWINS “IRON CHEF AMERICA”

    PHILADELPHIA, PA – On Sunday night, top Latin chef, Jose Garces, owner of the popular Amada, Tinto and Distrito restaurants, competed and won against challenger chef Bobby Flay on Food Network’s massively popular series “Iron Chef America.” The chefs were given one hour to complete five dishes, which had to include the “secret” ingredient, Melon, and have a frozen component. At the conclusion of the hour, Chef Garces was bestowed the prestigious title of winner against Flay for his culinary creations.

    “I’m so extremely thankful to everyone at the Food Network and to my highly talented and skilled team who helped me succeed in this amazing opportunity” says Garces “It …

  • It’s true. Get all the info plus other fun Philly food facts here.

  • It comes as no surprise that herbs and spices have been used as food additives for centuries. They add significant colors, flavors and aromas to the foods we commonly eat, but the benefits don’t just stop at the senses – they have a host of health benefits all while containing very small amounts of calories!

  • Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. when The Paul Green School of Rock will be performing a FREE concert on the Courthouse steps. Although you may have to step out into the heat, it will be worth it to see those incredibly talented young musicians strut their stuff. Don’t forget to bring your own little rockers to enjoy the jam.

  • I’m in LOVE with this restaurant. If you know what’s good for you… you better be there for this event.

    Save the date
    Our next wine tasting is Thursday August 14, 2008
    5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

  • And then, the sound of porcelain settling on my picnic table
    brings me back to the present….my food and wine has arrived…it’s
    Swedish meatballs, the renowned specialty at this distinctly Swedish
    winery.

  • I’ve got so much to fill you all in on but guess what? It’s vacation time!

  • Many of you beer enthusiasts and aspiring beer enthusiasts have taken or are planning trips to the beach this summer. Alas, most shore bars have all too many beers that end with the words “light” and “lime.” Ugh. If you, like me, are looking for more flavor to enjoy on the beach this summer, I have a destination for you…and it’s a one-tank-of-gas trip!