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It can be a little bit tricky to moderate kids candy intake sometimes. Like most things that involve your kids, you might need to use just a little bit of creativity to find the most successful methods. Here are a few ways to make saying "no" at the checkout line something you can check off the grocery list:   Make it a project You might be surprised at how interesting hummus or bananas can be. If you create a project that involves your kids surrounding these healthier food alternatives, they can. Children are much more likely to take an interest...

Since its first documented use around 1100 BC in a bitter drink enjoyed by the Mayans and Aztecs, the seed from the Theobroma cacao tree has been enjoyed by people everywhere. In the 19th century, an emulsification process created by John Cadbury turned this seed into the delectable treat now known as chocolate. Today, chocolate is one of the most popular foods in the world - one that people just can't get enough of. This article will take a look at the intoxicating science behind how chocolate is made and how this craveable treat affects the body.   Processing the...

The art of pairing food and drink lies in contrasts, complements, counterparts, and bridges. Hold on... counterparts? Bridges? What is this, an engineering class? Credit: colin leong Before we lose the reader, let's get into the basics. Contrast and counterparts is nothing more than what two things go well together. Think peanut butter and jelly. Salty peanuts are contrasted against the acidity of grape jelly. The sweetness of both are counterparts. Flavor bridges are merely logical comparisons. We all know that herbs go with citrus. With herb-filled dishes, one would do well to pair a chardonnay with citrusy notes.And here...

What's more romantic than a box of chocolates this Valentine's day? A box of chocolates paired with the finest tawny port wine or a barrel-aged stout beer with a rich and dark chocolate bar might just do the trick. Whether you are an oenophiliac or can't have a romantic meal without a microbrew setting the mood, there is a chocolate to be paired with it.   We asked some distinguished Chocolatiers to suggest the creme de la creme chocolate and alcohol pairings. Find out specifically how and why certain pairings compliment each other so well so you can impress your...

With Valentine's Day round the corner, you will be looking for that perfect gift to impress your sweetheart. Well, it can be a tough choice if you do not have a list to choose from. This is a special day - a day of expressing love - and a great way to proclaim your feelings is through a thoughtful gift. Here are ten tips to choose the right gift or doing something meaningful for your sweetheart that he or she will adore you even more. Photo credit: Paige 1. Swiss Chocolates Somehow chocolates and love always go hand in hand....