My Dolomites Hiking Guide and Itinerary

Hiking the Dolomites in Italy for my 50th birthday was an epic trip! Words can’t describe how amazing the landscape truly was. If you love nature as much as I do, a trip here should definitely be on your bucket list!! All The Hiking Clothing I Wore for Different Conditions PrAna Hiking Pants: These are my favorite hiking … Read more

What the “Summer of Food Recalls” Can Teach Us About Resiliency

We’ve just experienced the Summer of Food Recalls. A number of high-profile, widespread incidents caused consumers to worry about the safety of our food supply. People are questioning whether the industry is doing enough to protect public health. Businesses are feeling the impact. While it feels like we had more food recalls than usual this … Read more

Chicken Teriyaki Recipe: No Garlic, No Cornstarch

Authentic teriyaki is not the sticky, overly sweet glaze most Westerners know. In Japan, teriyaki is a cooking technique, teri means gloss, yaki means grilled or broiled. Most of what passes for chicken teriyaki in the West bears little resemblance to the real thing. Authentic teriyaki is not a thick, syrupy glaze loaded with … Read more

Oat Recipes: 25+ Favorite Ways to Cook with Oats

We always had a carton or bag of oats in our pantry growing up and it never went to waste. Oats can contribute to good eating throughout the day –  beyond a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast – and that’s what I’m excited to highlight on this page. This is a collection of my favorite … Read more

What Is an Ozempic Plateau?

How to Overcome an Ozempic Plateau When people switch up their eating and exercise habits to lose weight, overcoming a plateau requires decreasing calories or increasing physical activity. But ultimately, the best way to overcome an Ozempic plateau starts with seeing your doctor, says Amanda Velazquez, MD, an assistant professor and the director of obesity … Read more

Cucumber Salad In A Jar

Aug 3, 2025 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links Try this simple Cucumber Salad In A Jar! A quick and healthy way to enjoy a delicious cucumber salad with creamy avocado, smoked salmon, and a touch of tangy capers. Perfect for meal prep or a light lunch! This Cucumber Salad In … Read more

Best Pumpkin Recipes

I LOVE October. Pumpkins, costumes, cider, the smell of fallen leaves, and lots and lots of candy…what’s not to love? In celebration of October and all things pumpkin, I’ve pulled together some of our best pumpkin recipes to make the most of the season. There are plenty of budget-friendly sweet treats, of course, but you’ll … Read more

THE 13TH ANNUAL TOWN HALL AT THE FOOD SAFETY SUMMIT WILL OFFER A CANDID CONVERSATION ON THE FUTURE OF FOOD SAFETY

ROSEMONT, IL, May 5, 2025 –On the morning of May 15, food safety professionals from across the country will gather for one of the Food Safety Summit’s most anticipated events — the 13th Annual Town Hall. Titled “A Candid Dialogue on the Future of Food Safety,” the session will offer an invaluable platform for open, cross-sector conversation … Read more

The secret ingredient hiding in this molten chocolate fondant

What? The chocolate lover’s ultimate make-ahead dinner party dessert – its molten middle wows a crowd. How? We’ve taken all the jeopardy out of the timings by cooking from frozen, and we’ve introduced a few of chocolate’s best partners. For more chocolate recipe inspiration, check out our collection of chocolate dessert recipes, melted chocolate recipes … Read more