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Monday Night Martha: Almond Joy

For years, the hunt has been on for just the right sweet/salty/spicy nut mix recipe, to no avail. Either the recipe calls for something hard to find (an unusual spice), something not very appetizing (some of us just don't like rosemary or other plants in our nuts) or a step too tough to master (e.g ... More >>

Pistachio Growers in Arizona Bracing for Impact of Salmonella Warning

  Arizona pistachio farmers are hoping the government soon lifts a blanket warning against eating the nuts, which was issued after a California batch tested positive for salmonella. So far, there's no indication the illness-causing bacteria infects any Arizona products, but ... More >>

Liberty Market: The East Valley’s Answer to La Grande Orange

  Arizona pistachio farmers are hoping the government soon lifts a blanket warning against eating the nuts, which was issued after a California batch tested positive for salmonella. So far, there's no indication the illness-causing bacteria infects any Arizona products, but ... More >>

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The "little French place" done right

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The "little French place" done right

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Inspired new resort restaurant goes native

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Vegan cafe serves up a raw deal

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Middle Eastern cuisine gets a peaceful treatment at Persian Garden

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Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

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Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

SECOND HELPINGS

Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

SECOND HELPINGS

Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

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Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

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Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

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Life is too sweet at My Florist Cafe, just right at Paisley Violin

Are Grocery Stores Going Nutty?

We're noticing a trend in grocery stores lately -- they're all going totally nuts! Literally, that is. More and more local grocery stores are expanding their nut selections, venturing beyond stock bags of pistachios and cans of mixed nuts to bulk nuts, grind your own peanut butter stations and ... More >>

Kevin Patterson, What Are You Eating?

Kevin Patterson sips a beer​Kevin Patterson The Empty Frames Experiment improv troupe member, writer and photographer performs at Firestage at The Firehouse Friday, February 19 at 8:30 p.m. What'd you eat for dinner last night? Spinach salad with sunflower seeds, cheese and olive oil. Favorite ... More >>

Tonight: The Main Ingredient Donates to Charity

​This is a special night at The Main Ingredient Ale House, says owner Matt Diamond. In tribute to his wife Courtney's late mother, who would have celebrated a birthday today had she not unfortunately passed away in 2006 after battling pancreatic cancer, the restaurant will dona ... More >>

Chef Sara's Almond Hummus

Chef Sara Siso's Almond Hummus​This week, Chef Sara Siso shared with us her thoughts about the benefits of a Raw Vegan diet. Now she shares one of her easiest recipes, a twist on the traditional hummus. Listed below are just some of the health benefits provided by the ingredients in this recip ... More >>

Do-It-Yourself Almond Sorbet From J&G Chef Jacques Qualin

Chef Jacques Qualin​We all know that summertime is the right time for ice cream. But before you go out dropping green on a pint (or two) of Ben & Jerry's Americone Dream, consider making your own ice cream at home. Watch the how-to video and see the recipe after the jump.

Old Herbs Get a Life

Illustration by Cyndi Coon​ You've heard that dried spices and herbs only last so long before they lose their potency and should be tossed. Well, what if you are cheap and can't part so easily with your spices? They are expensive, after all. Here is a recipe to use up your about-to-expi ... More >>

Donna Gabrilson & Stacey Barnes of GoodyTwos Toffee Company

Mother-daughter duo Donna Gabrilson and Stacey Barnes blend their traditional and modern styles to make some not-so-innocent toffees at GoodyTwos Toffee Company. One part old school and one part you-have-to-taste-it-to-believe-it twists means some seriously light-hearted toffee genius (that earned o ... More >>

Poutine Alert: Tuck Shop's New Winter Menu

Cozy dining near downtown: Tuck Shop​The new Winter 2010-11 menu at Tuck Shop doesn't actually say "poutine," but foodies already know that fries, Gruyere cheese, and mushroom gravy amount to a Canadian cult dish that's been popping up on local menus lately. That's just one of the new items ... More >>

The Main Ingredient Ale House: Happy Hour Report Card

Erica O'Neil The Main Ale and the Avery "White Rascal" on happy hour at TMI. ​The Spot: The Main Ingredient Ale House, 2337 N 7th Street, Phoenix, 602-843-6246 http://www.tmialehouse.com/ The Hours: Almost every day of the week (closed Sunday) The Main Ingredient opens its doors at 11 am a ... More >>

Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen

Carol Blonder Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen​You know what gifts to get for your significant other and the rest of the family. What to do about co-workers, holiday hosts, teachers, coaches, and neighbors? Try a treat from your kitchen, easy and delicious, a tasty memory that will please ev ... More >>

Eytan Zias, What Are You Baking?

Even if your oven sits cold all year, chances are you're consideringfiring it up, right about now. As a holiday twist on our "What Are YouEating" feature on Chow Bella and "What Are You Wearing?" on JackalopeRanch, for the next few weeks we'll be bringing you "What Are YouBaking?" Complete with a r ... More >>

Trefoil Cookie Showdown: Blue Cheesecake Bites

Carol Blonder blue cheesecake bite Got some Girl Scout cookies in the pantry? So did we -- hence, the Chow Bella Trefoil Showdown.  Say shortbread and I immediately think not of Girl Scouts but of McVities. I was introduced to the Scottish digestive biscuits and shortbread when faced wit ... More >>

Starbucks Oatmeal At Home

Illustration By Cyndi Coon​ The convenience of a drive-thru is good and options for eating healthy are good but saving money in this economy is really good. So when Starbucks came out with instant oatmeal with toppings in cup we wondered, how much more would we pay for that convenience ove ... More >>

Crepas de Cajeta at Barrio Cafe

It's tough to pick just one from the four desserts that Barrio Café offers, but after much debate, we landed on Crepas de Cajeta, crepes with goat milk caramel and vanilla bean ice cream. This may sound like a simple treat, but these flavors will wow your taste buds.

A Merry Vegan Christmas Menu from Chakra 4, Green, and Pomegranate Café

Still don't know what you're making for your holiday table? These three recipes from local chefs and restaurateurs will get you started: Chakra 4's Red & Green Holiday Salad, Green's Lemongrass "Chicken," and Pomegranate Café's Vegan English Toffee.