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Churros may be the next hot snack food
An unlikely new kid on the block is poised to knock designer cupcakes right off their overpriced pedestals. More
Crunchy coleslaw inexpensive, offers health benefits
In tough economic times, fill ‘em up with cabbage. More
BLT Potato Salad is best ever
Cedar Rapids can claim to be the birthplace of the country's best potato salad. More
Classic fair foods still tops
At the Iowa State Fair, it's never too early for a corn dog. Or a funnel cake. Or deep-fried cheese curds. Or, really, whatever food it is that brings you out to the 10-day event in search of summer... More
Try a taste of China
The old joke goes like this: What do you call Chinese food in China? “Food.” More
Turkey burgers break the rut
Burgers become an easy choice for weeknight dining, especially in the summer, when the grill can be stoked up. Turkey burgers are a good variation to get you out of the beef patty rut. One way to... More
A shot of sweetness
Think you can handle a shot of the hard stuff? Better saddle up to the bar with your toothbrush. More
Anne Kapler's Table Talk Columns
Try Zins' rich bread pudding
CEDAR RAPIDS — If all goes well, Zins will reopen in time to celebrate its first anniversary. More
What's on your fair food list?
They might not get as much attention as the corn dogs and cheese curds, but there are healthy — or at least healthier — options available at the Iowa State Fair. More
Mix up some Chrome Horse favorites
CEDAR RAPIDS — When Mark Dukes started a blog about Chrome Horse Saloon back in February, he thought it would be a good way to let customers know about upcoming bands, new menu items, specials... More
Can you become a locavore?
New Pioneer Co-op has a dining challenge for you. More
C.R. Chophouse chef shares salmon recipe
Shawn Price, head chef at the C.R. Chophouse, can't say yet when he'll be back to grilling steaks and seafood at the upscale Cedar Rapids restaurant. More
What the heck is kohlrabi?
I'm gonna say it. Kohlrabi is an odd vegetable.
It has a funny name, a funny shape and a taste that no one seems to be able to describe. More
It has a funny name, a funny shape and a taste that no one seems to be able to describe. More
Food that comforts & soothes
I learned last week that there is a difference between comfort food and sick food. More
When your CSA hands you kale... start cooking
Before this summer, I never gave much thought to kale. More
Try a taste of The Keys in Iowa
KEY WEST, Fla — It seems that no matter where you go in The Keys, one thing is certain. You'll find Key lime pie. More
Falling for Florida fish
KEY LARGO, FLA. — Two things stand out about a weekend trip to the Florida Keys earlier this month. More
Another summer drink: tea
When it comes to summer beverages, I am a lemonade girl. With its cool, refreshing sweet-tart flavor, it's the perfect antidote to hot, humid day. More
Flipping out over grilled fish
Let's talk fish. More
Cooking away from home turf
It's disorienting cooking in someone else's kitchen.
Everything is familiar, yet not quite right. More
Everything is familiar, yet not quite right. More
Watch the video, get the recipe
If you've been keeping up with our Kitchen Talk cooking videos on GazetteOnline, you've already seen Kirkwood Culinary Arts Instructor Dave... More
Eating up all those food blogs
I've become a bit of a food blog junkie. More
Lots of love for rhubarb
I nearly jumped for joy when I made my first rhubarb sighting earlier this month. More
Pre-prom dining tips for teens
Prom season is officially here. So if you're an adult, you can put this column down. Today, it's all about teens. More
Tips to make your life easier
They may get a little cheesy sometimes, but I love the Kitchen Shortcuts and Quick Tips you'll find at the beginning of Cook's Country and Cook's Illustrated — two magazines from the folks at... More
This cake will have 'em fooled
Poke around on the internet, and you'll find plenty of helpful suggestions for ways to observe April Fools' Day.
My favorite, of course, are the pranks that involve food. More
My favorite, of course, are the pranks that involve food. More
Take the plunge; try an oyster
I love it when this job tests my food boundaries. More
Some tips on picking a CSA
I first heard about CSAs three or four years ago from a friend who subscribed to one while she was living in Chicago. More
A real taste of the Irish
Around here, the usual St. Patrick's Day meal is a hearty helping of corned beef and cabbage. (And probably a pint of good beer, too, if you're of legal drinking age.) More
Healthy recipes kids love
In late January, Gazette health reporter Cindy Hadish wrote about the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County's efforts to teach kids... More
A different kind of tasting
Earlier this month, my husband and I decided to take advantage of all that nice powdery snow that winter's brought our way and head up to Chestnut Mountain for some skiing. More
Cast your vote in the Bake-Off
Cooks submitted "tens of thousands" of recipes in an attempt to qualify to compete in one of five categories More
Celebrate your love with pie
Oh, how I would have loved to be part of the props department for the movie "Waitress." More
NEW: Online Food & Recipes page
In addition to our breaking news and sports coverage, you'll now find an entire section of the site dedicated to cooking and dining More
Take stock of your pantry
Here is a list of what I consider essential in my pantry and the list lines up pretty well with recommendations I’ve seen More
Poach this idea for easy eggs
Despite my love of all things kitchen-related, I try to keep a lid on the number of gadgets and appliances in my house. More
Strike gold with blonde brownies
Searching for the perfect blondie recipe to celebrate today’s (Jan. 22) food holiday — National Blonde Brownie Day — made me feel a little like Goldilocks. More
Another take on game day
Traditionally, football fare is not exactly, well, highbrow. I’m not here to say there’s anything wrong with that — I sampled liberally from that hot, rich and creamy spinach-artichoke dip we... More
Forkcast
Tuscan Moon
The 125-year-old building that houses Tuscan Moon gives the restaurant an Old-World charm. Owners Paula and Warren Miller restored the building's hardwood floors, refinished the woodwork and removed... More
Cranky Hanks
Owner Keith Hazen describes Cranky Hank's as a family place. You'll see that reflected both in the theme of the restaurant and in its atmosphere. Cranky Hank's is named for Hazen's dad, a former... More
El Rancho
Owner Jose Vega, who grew up in Michoacan, Mexico, remodeled his 10-year-old restaurant several years ago to make it look "more authentic." You'll find tiled floors, faux adobe arches, colorful... More
Fair Grounds Coffeehouse
When Christine Peterson opened Fair Grounds Coffeehouse (formerly Grounds for Dessert) in October 2006, she wanted to run a "coffee shop with good food." A year and a half later, though, Fair Grounds... More
Blackstone
Situated in a new strip mall in the Old Towne Village, Blackstone's warm, contemporary vibe comes from its high dark ceilings, hardwood floors, rich brown walls, soft lighting, a sprinkling of modern... More
Taste of India
Colorful handcrafted Indian wallhangings hang on curry yellow walls in this restaurant inside the Guaranty Bank building. More
Beckett's Public House
Beckett's design was inspired by classic Victorian-style Irish pubs. "The deep red behind the bar was kind of the starting point," says co-owner Chris Robinson, 37. More
Edgewater Grille
With its warm wood floors, soft lighting and walls decorated with art from Iowa artists, Edgewater Grille is "comfortable, yet sophisticated," says Gregg Mirabito, assistant general manager of the... More
Cibo Fusion
Owner Tony Kassouf calls Cibo "upscale-casual." He wanted to create a restaurant that catered to everyone from families to singles to businesspeople looking for a place to network. The environment,... More
Eggy's on 965
With six 50-inch televisions that are always tuned to the big game, and plenty of beer on tap, "it's definitely a sports bar," general manager Brian Jones says. More
Graze
Graze is a place to go with friends. That's because the restaurant doesn't serve entrees, really, but instead offers a selection of "entree-size portions of appetizers." The idea is to order several,... More
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Tue, Aug. 19, 2008
10:00pm - 1:45am
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Charlie's Bar and Grill, 450 First Ave , Coralville, 319-356-6914
Tue, Aug. 19, 2008
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Farmer's Market
Dubuque County Fairgrounds, 14569 Old Highway Road, Dubuque, 563-588-1406
Tue, Aug. 19, 2008
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Classic Grilling
Cooking in the Kitchen with Nina, 460 Hickory Ct., Robins, 319-393-7675
Wed, Aug. 20, 2008
11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids Kitchen Takeover: It's a Summer Fiesta
Mount Vernon Road Hy-Vee, 4035 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids, 319-362-7900
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A monthly magazine that celebrates America’s love of food, Relish brings readers features on cooking, dining and entertaining. Find it in The Gazette on the first Tuesday of every month, or click here to visit Relish online.
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Beverly Mills and Alicia Ross help desperate cooks get dinner on the table in a hurry. Look for their column Tuesdays in The Gazette, or click here to visit them online.
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Registered dietitian Elaine Magee performs recipe makeovers, turning high-calorie, high-fat fare into healthy (but still tasty) treats. Look for her column Tuesdays in The Gazette, or click here to visit her online.
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