The story behind Philippe's and its famous French dip Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 The Los Angeles landmark will celebrate its centennial Monday with dignitaries, the founder's grandson and slashed prices.
Philippe's, home of the French dip sandwich, turns 100 this year, and for much of the last century local historians and foodies have been arguing over one question: How was the dish created?
A movable feast day Wed, 19 Jan 2005 00:00:00 -0800 As the end of Ramadam -- Islam's holiest month -- is celebrated around the world, this week's Encore recipe from 2005 takes a look at other festive dishes that are traditional to the Muslim table.
Tomorrow night is the beginning of Eid al-Adha, the Muslim holiday corresponding to the final day of the Mecca pilgrimage. Non-Muslims are probably more familiar with Eid al-Fitr, which ends the Ramadan fast, but Eid al-Adha -- the Feast of the Sacrifice -- is actually the more important celebration. It's also known as the Great Feast (Eid al-Kabir).
Home beer brewing calls to a new generation -- and to women Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700 Clubs, websites and blogs are springing up as enthusiasts experiment with new brews and share what they've learned along the way.
IT'S ONE of the many home brew competitions that take place around the country each year. There's the panel of certified judges, the international entrants in 28 categories of beer and mead -- and there's the hops-filled afternoon of sipping and scribbling until a winner is crowned.
Corfiot Recipes - Recipes from the island of Corfu. Includes Kokoras Pastitsada, Scorpion Fish Bourdeto, and Corfiot Pudding with Apples.
Corfu for All - Greek Taverna Recipes - Handful of recipes.
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to Ipsos - Sidari, Kassiopi, Roda, George, Stefanos, Peroulades, etc. ]
Cretan Cooking - Sample recipes from Maria and Nikos Psilakis book Cretan Cooking.
Meta Description: [ Mediterranean diet and traditional cretan recipes. Diet of Crete is the healthiest in the world. It is a low cholesterol diet based on olive oil and fresh vegetables ]
Recipes of the Island of Lesvos - Dips, dishes and desserts.
Meta Description: [ Traditional cooking recipes of Lesvos island, Greece ]
Traditional Greek Recipes - Handful of recipes from Skopelos Island, North Sporades.
Meta Description: [ Traditional greek recipes made on the island. Tzatziki, skordalia, strapatsada, etc. Buy on line books with greek recipes. ]
Traditional Greek Recipes - Regional specialty dishes offered by Mavrommatis winery.
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Bev goes into the pineapple fields to pick pineapples with her very own hands. She tell us about the importance of local ...