'Choose Local' Gift Guide Dec 4, 2008
Mixed spices for mulling wine, apple juice or cider. At a dollar an ounce you can boil it in water just to make the kitchen smell like the holidays. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Relish The American Table: Seasonal crumble worth a second look Dec 4, 2008
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced. 1/4 cup sugar. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Research In Motion Drops After Sales, Profit Fall Short of Its Forecasts Dec 4, 2008
released its Bold and Storm models last quarter in an attempt to regain an advantage over Apple, which took the lead in smart-phone shipments with the iPhone ... To lure more users away from the BlackBerry, Apple CEO added software that links the iPhone to corporate e-mail systems and opened an online application store. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Cinnamon: Spice for life Dec 4, 2008
1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1 1/2 pieces ... 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh pineapple ... Alternately thread pork, sweet pepper,and pineapple on 6- to 8-inch skewers. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
What's Cooking: Try some new sweet treats for the holidays Dec 4, 2008
Santa s Caramel Apple Snack ... 4 cups Apple Jacks cereal ... Cranberry Apple Bread. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Forest County community reaches out to those in need Dec 4, 2008
Homemade apple and pumpkin pies were donated by members of the participating churches. Turkeys were donated by Schaefers Food Mart, Weber-Hill Funeral Home and Northern Lake Service, potatoes by Copper Country Supper Club, milk and punch by DeHart Dairy and carry-out supplies by Log Cabin. (Forest Republican, WI)
Singing salumi's praises Dec 4, 2008
I first worked with Taylor at a "pig party" at the Apple Farm in Philo ... A rich, flavorful sausage made from pork fat, pork blood, onions and spices, classically served grilled or pan-fried with apples and mashed potatoes. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Falling for Frankfurt and potatoes all over again Dec 4, 2008
Vats of homemade sauerkraut, crocks of local apple wine, jars of handkase marinated with onions, rounds of snowy goat cheese, along with mountains of whatever is in season, welcome you ... Though this might look like a place to drink beer, the beverage of choice for autumnal Frankfurt is apfelwein, an apple wine dry enough to be drunk through a meal. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Designer tables inspiration for holiday dining Dec 4, 2008
Hanging from a limb, there was the evil Queen in a frame, inviting passers-by to bite into her apple ... Yet Fulk offered up food for thought far more tasty than the Queen's dreaded apple. (San Francisco Chronicle)
LABEL HOPPING Dec 4, 2008
99 at Big Apple Wine & Spirits (1408 Second Ave.; 212-288-2133), but as low as 8 ... Notes: Sour apple taste; lightly effervescent. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Feelin' crafty: The Journal Times 2008 Craft Fair Roundup Dec 4, 2008
Nov. 1 Racine Lutheran High School, 251 Luedtke Ave., Racine (handicap accessible), 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Handmade crafts, holiday decorations, jewelry, antiques and collectibles, toys, gift items, household helpers, freshly baked goods, caramel apples, home made candy, books, dolls, fresh fruit and vegetables, antique linens and several outside vendors. Buffet lunch of roast loin of pork, green beans, baked apples, pea salad, fruit salad, relishes, Italian bread, cranberry sauce, beverage and... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Shop locally for unusual gifts Dec 4, 2008
Set of two kitchen towels with apple, lavender, lemon, olive, and pumpkin designs ... Set of six linen napkins with apple, olive, and pumpkin designs ... Ave., has Yule log, Swedish cardamom bread, decorated cakes, cupcakes in two sizes, cookies, shortbread, gingerbread people, and apple, blueberry, pecan, and pumpkin pies. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Black Friday turns green Dec 3, 2008
One popular stop was the Apple Store, with bargain hunters searching for the best prices for iPhones, iPods and laptops. Five minutes after the store opened at 6 a.m., some 20 shoppers were already window shopping or making purchases. (Burlington Union, MA)
Layered franks, sauerkraut, and potatoes Dec 3, 2008
This is a four-layer dish of sauerkraut, all-beef hot dogs, tart apples, and mashed potatoes ... Simmer potatoes for mashing, cut up the franks and apples, and assemble the dish ... Sauerkraut forms the base with the franks and concentric circles of apples. (Boston Globe)
Chef Evan Percoco draws inspiration from farm living Dec 3, 2008
If he needs inspiration for his menu, he can stroll the 180 acres of apples, pumpkins, grapes, and dozens of other crops ... Spinach, Saturn peaches, and apples from the farm have all found their way onto the restaurant menu ... Recipe Caramelized cauliflower with apples, walnuts, and dried cranberries. (Boston Globe)
Caramelized cauliflower with apples, walnuts, and dried cranberries Dec 3, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Roast chicken with apples Dec 3, 2008
Apples lend a hint of sweetness to a traditional roast chicken and paired with rosemary and thyme, the fruit becomes savory ... This bird cooks in a hot oven surrounded by apples, carrots, and onions tossed with fresh herbs ... tart apples, cored and quartered. (Boston Globe)
Butternut squash soup with apple cider and sage Dec 3, 2008
Pour in the apple cider. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the liquid reduces slightly. (Boston Globe)
The Young Pro Dec 3, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008 12:10 PM EDT. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
THE ILLEGALS ARE HERE Dec 3, 2008
Max wrote on Dec 2, 2008 10:02 PM:" Spanish are different from Mexicans. Your talking apples and I am talking Oranges. ". Max wrote on Dec 2, 2008 10:01 PM:" So do we let the inmates run our prisons? Do we let the crazys run the asylum? If they are not subject to our laws, why are we? Our laws don't mean anything if they are not enforced. Its one BIG ongoing JOKE on we the tax payers. ". (New Iberia, LA)
Polish Society gathers for feast Dec 3, 2008
Although the dinner wasn't a traditional Polish Christmas dinner, it featured many traditional Polish dishes such as pierogies and apple pancakes, Julia Tomaszewsky, club secretary, said. A traditional Polish Christmas dinner would include fish and Oplatek, both of which were not included in the dinner Tuesday night. (Daily Collegian, PA)
In brief: Hot licks (12/3/08) Dec 3, 2008
Glacier Brewhouse chef John Lee will demonstrate how to make seared scallops over polenta with champagne apple beurre blanc 10 a.m. Saturday at Spenard Builders Supply, 4412 Lois Drive. The Bon Appetit Cooking Series is free and open to the public. (Anchorage Daily News)
Scandinavian holiday event planned Dec. 7 Dec 3, 2008
There will be Scandinavian baked goods with apple cider and coffee. Norwegian Christmas carolers will sing throughout the afternoon. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Letters to the Editor (Dec. 4) Dec 3, 2008
For dessert, Wingate at Needham generously donated 50 apple pies. Oh yes, and another (unsolicited) 10 pies suddenly appeared, direct from Sweet Rue s. Can you imagine that. (Needham Tab, MA)
Perillo: Black Friday in Stoneham Dec 3, 2008
I sit down with a hot chocolate and an apple cinnamon bagel so much for burning calories. There I see Stoneham resident David Gardiner, a district chairman with the Boys Scouts of America. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
The Recipe for Cool Weather Comfort Foods Dec 3, 2008
Meatloaf and mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, apple pie and hot chocolate are straightforward and uncomplicated. But comfort food can be even more rewarding and delicious when you take it to the next level by tweaking ingredients, without changing the basic recipe. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Ten Solutions for Guiltless Gobbling Dec 3, 2008
Maybe it's Aunt Martha's candied yams, Mom's apple pie or your sister-in-law's pumpkin cheesecake. Savor the special dishes instead of mindlessly popping cheddar cheese cubes into your mouth before the meal. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Your Health: Fiber-rich diets promote weight loss, health gains Dec 3, 2008
Soluble fiber, found in oats, apples, peas, beans, barley and psyllium dissolves in water to form a gel-like material. This substance helps lower levels of cholesterol and blood sugar, reducing the risk for heart disease and diabetes. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
* Sisy Chen may face legal action Dec 3, 2008
Sisy Chen wrote in her column in Saturdays edition of the Chinese-language Apple Daily that the former president insisted on conducting a state visit abroad at the height of a corruption scandal in 2006 and now the SIP suspected that he had smuggled US dollars abroad. Sisy Chen said in the story, whose headline read Turn the ugly page, that the former president benefited financially from the second financial reform, in which local banks were encouraged to merge to expand their market... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* China reports on tainted milk deaths Dec 3, 2008
When the county health bureau first came to us, they said my child died because of the milk powder, said apple farmer Tian Xiaowei of Shaanxi Province, whose year-old boy died in August. But later when the case was reported to the district health authority, they said theres no proof that the death was linked with milk powder. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
PAKISTAN: Quake victims urgently need winterised tents, shelters Dec 3, 2008
"The water channel from a nearby stream that I used for watering my apple trees is useless as the stream is [now] dry," said Azeem Khan. Earthquake's immediate impact. (AlertNet)
Bite-sized holiday food yields big results Dec 3, 2008
Mini panini -- a Denton favorite featuring apples, pistachios and taleggio cheese -- can be prepped ahead, then grilled just before serving. ("It's like a cheese plate on a sandwich," he says. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Brown-bagging in safety and style Dec 3, 2008
A typical brown bag meal: ham sandwich with tomatoes and lettuce, apple and juice. A whopping 93 percent of those who brought lunches cited budgetary reasons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Tips for better brown-bagging Dec 3, 2008
To fill out your noon repast, throw in a cut-up apple or an orange. Says nutritionist Janet Little: If you cut it up, you will eat it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Lukman Ahmadi: Making his mark through fencing Dec 3, 2008
As the proverb goes, the apple never falls far from the tree: Four of his five children have followed in his footsteps and those of his wife, Tri Meini, also a former fencer. Of the many athletes who have benefited from his coaching, Lukman's own children -- Lucky Ramdhani, Rizky Pradhani, Rully Maulidhani and Agista Apridhani -- have dominated the sport's top ranks with their many achievements, sweetening the reputation of fencers from South Sumatra and Indonesia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Stupid? Whom the term fits! Dec 3, 2008
When Bareback mentioned "polishing a judge's apple", it slipped by them too. " Barefoot wrote on Dec 2, 2008 8:58 AM:" >Why don't you go burn down a Mormon church. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Even in home of U.S. carmakers, not everyone wants a lifeline Dec 3, 2008
This, though speaking for the bailout here is something akin to embracing the Great Lakes or apple pie, as evinced by the letter of support for it signed last month by all of Michigan's congressional delegation, Democrats and Republicans alike. There have been no statewide opinion polls published on the bailout request, though with Michigan's economy so tied to the industry, those for it undoubtedly outweigh those against, political, economic and polling experts suggest. (International Herald Tribune)
More of this story» Dec 3, 2008
They would be caught in a live trap and fed apples and water for a couple of weeks before debuting at dinner. Fry's recipe collection includes "eggless, milkless, butterless" cake, pickled gizzards and gravy from fish or hot dogs. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Smith: Persimmon tree tops in my book Dec 3, 2008
I had had a run-in with crab apples, and I didn't want to press my luck. A mushy, mellow persimmon unquestionably was a fine-tasting delight. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Give retro appetizers a twist Dec 3, 2008
I am reasonably sure there were nuts and possibly diced apples and raisins. The cake was very moist, cut into squares. (Athens Banner-Herald)
POSNANSKI: The fascinating story of King George Dec 3, 2008
T-shirts were made: "New York may be the Big Apple but Cleveland's a Plum." I don't recall that the T-shirts sent Cleveland tourism skyrocketing, but I'm not sure it was the point. The point might have been to have a T-shirt with New York and Cleveland on it. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Young Wall Streeters mission: helping youth in Big Apple Dec 3, 2008
Young Wall Streeters mission: helping youth in Big Apple ... Ritter has drawn from Beachwood friends living in the Big Apple. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Fresh Sheet: Discover unexpected bounty after fall’s first chill Dec 3, 2008
These relatives of apples, plums and blackberries can be a homegrown substitute for citrus because they contain up to 40 percent more vitamin C than an orange, 25 times more vitamin A, 25 percent more iron, and 38 percent more calcium, with bonus bioflavanoids, vitamins E and B, selenium and manganese. The skin of the bulb packs the nutrients, while the interior is packed with seeds and silky hairs. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
'Choose Local' Gift Guide Dec 3, 2008
Mixed spices for mulling wine, apple juice or cider. At a dollar an ounce you can boil it in water just to make the kitchen smell like the holidays. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cinnamon: Spice for life Dec 3, 2008
1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1 1/2 pieces ... 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh pineapple ... Alternately thread pork, sweet pepper,and pineapple on 6- to 8-inch skewers. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Research In Motion Profit, Sales Miss Forecasts on Economic Slump, Dollar Dec 3, 2008
released its Bold and Storm models last quarter in an attempt to regain an advantage over Apple, which took the lead in smart-phone shipments last quarter with the iPhone ... To lure more users away from the BlackBerry, Apple CEO added software that links the iPhone to corporate e-mail systems and opened an online application store. (Bloomberg -- US)
Keep On Plugging Dec 3, 2008
Different manufacturers give slightly different answers: Lenovo and Dell told the Lantern your battery should be fine if your computer stays plugged in; HP says if you are running on AC power for weeks at a time; and Apple you should unplug and run off the battery every once in a while. Check your manual, but the Lantern thinks you should be OK using AC power most of the time. (Slate)
Out of gift ideas? Dec 3, 2008
Jeanne Bria, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, said they make a lot of gourmet candy gifts, including candy apples, hand-made fudge, dipped strawberries and specialty candies. "It's not just your boxed chocolates," she said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Step out, soak up the festive cheer Dec 3, 2008
There will be snacks galore on offer: waffles, apple cider and Thomas Haas hot chocolate (Bright Nights: until January 3; $8 adults, $5 kids. Festival of Lights: from Dec. 5; $11 adults, $8 kids; www. (The Province)
Kid Friendly Veggie Lunches Dec 3, 2008
-Fresh Fruit, sliced apples, grapes. -Fruit leather. (W-USA News, DC)
Who needs meat? Dec 2, 2008
"If you have a good apple or beans you don't have to do much, and you don't crave anything else when you eat nutritious food," he says. "The food touches people's psyche and they don't know why it is so good.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The myth of mother courage Dec 2, 2008
-makers appear to feel little call to promote apple pie. However, they seem distinctly worried that the merits of motherhood may be passing us by. (guardian.co.uk)
Revealed: UK set for first face transplants Dec 2, 2008
Grow your own apples and pears. From: 11. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
The Young Pro Dec 2, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008 12:10 PM EDT. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Fit for a president Dec 2, 2008
Dessert would be something as American as apple pie, Bayless says, infused with goat-milk caramel ... That would be followed by chilled Washington state greens with seared hearts of palm, broiled with honey-glazed apples and topped with a tangy balsamic wild berry dressing and a Camembert crostini. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Less oil, different potatoes make for healthier latkes Dec 2, 2008
Serve oven-crisped golden potato latkes plain or with a dollop of the traditional toppings of sour cream and apple sauce. OVEN-CRISPED GOLDEN POTATO LATKES. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Burgers paid for by mobile phone Dec 2, 2008
Apple pushes anti-virus for Macs. No-one in our house works. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
International Activists Use Facebook To Fight Terrorism Dec 2, 2008
British man says he invented iPod in 1979, seeks compensation from Apple. DHS, FBI routinely use untrustworthy social-networking sites, Wikipedia to check up on people crossing borders. (Fox News)
Oh Baby: OB GYN offers up weight loss secret Dec 2, 2008
He took the hormone twice a day, drank 10 glasses of water and ate things like steak, lettuce and apples for 21 days ... Then, midmorning, she'd have a snack (apples or strawberries are fine). (Sioux City Journal, IO)
China: 6 babies may have died from tainted milk Dec 2, 2008
"When the county health bureau first came to us, they said my child died because of the milk powder," said apple farmer Tian Xiaowei of Shaaxi province, whose year-old boy died in August. "But later when the case was reported to the district health authority, they said there's no proof that the death was linked with milk powder.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Melrose Community Dinner Menus Dec 2, 2008
Dec. 2: tossed salad, beef cannelloni with carrots and zucchini, Italian bread, apple pie. Dec. 9: soup du jour, baked stuffed chicken and rice with supreme sauce, vegetable medley, oven roast potatoes, dinner roll with margarine, gourmet cookie. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Scandinavian holiday event planned Dec. 7 Dec 2, 2008
There will be Scandinavian baked goods with apple cider and coffee. Norwegian Christmas carolers will sing throughout the afternoon. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ten Solutions for Guiltless Gobbling Dec 2, 2008
Maybe it's Aunt Martha's candied yams, Mom's apple pie or your sister-in-law's pumpkin cheesecake. Savor the special dishes instead of mindlessly popping cheddar cheese cubes into your mouth before the meal. (Pekin Times, IL)
Bear cub receives some help from workers at Peak Oilfield Service Dec 2, 2008
The cub has been fattening up on a milk formula, red meat, apples and other produce, and a bit of puppy food. She said the cub will spend the winter at the Alaska Zoo, then be shipped to his permanent home at the Memphis Zoo in Tennessee, as soon as they complete construction on a new exhibit for him. (Juneau Empire)
Easy Apple Torta Dec 2, 2008
Apples baked to perfection with a pine nut laced streusel topping. Apple Pie is all American but it can get an Italian makeover with this simple and easy recipe ... You will not miss the aroma of cinnamon at all with the straight forward flavors of the apples and raisins coming straight through in this homestyle treat. (Suite101.com)
