Once the weather moderates, some folks can’t wait to hit the pool, dust off the old golf clubs or dig in the dirt and plant things.
You’ve only read the title of this article, and the tune is probably already humming in your head.
LESAGE — Jack Legath, better known by his online persona “Jack Eatzz†is a personal trainer and graduate student at Ohio University, and a competitive eater in his spare time.
The frozen blueberries in our freezer had been waiting all winter for a moment just like this — a quick, 10-minute dessert to enjoy during a lull in our early June getaway to Western North Carolina. It was the kind of low-key weekend I love: wooded trails, long hours on the water, books in h…
“Greens†are often paired with tomatoes, cucumbers and croutons for a light lunch in many parts of the country.
On May 24, American wine lovers should raise a glass to celebrate the most momentous occasion ever for American wine. I’m referring to “The Judgement of Paris,†where a gaggle of California wineries were pitted against the greatest French wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy in a blind tasting i…
Hear me out! I’m talking about bowling in the kitchen. Stay in the lane with me, and I’ll give you some tips on how to get a strike every time with one of the season’s most popular menu items — the bowl.
Looking for a creative way to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day?
In my mind, the perfect summertime meal is one that seems to leave the refrigerator, bypass the oven and land gently on your dinner plate, with barely an ounce of effort from you.
It’s May — not exactly the time of year when you expect to find yourself craving soup. The rhododendrons are bursting into color, the sun lingers longer in the sky, and most of us have mentally moved on to grilled chicken and fish on the patio. But sometimes, life has other plans.
Mountain Dew has long been the preferred beverage in Appalachia.
Do you sometimes look into your refrigerator and see jars with dribs and drabs of sauces, mustards and pickles? Do you look at the honey jar or the peanut butter jar and wonder what you’re going to do with that not-quite-enough-for-anything food? We do!
Preparing delicious meals doesn’t have to be a hassle or leave you feeling worn out just thinking about it. With the help of store-bought ingredients and a few items you likely have in your fridge or pantry, you can create tasty dishes with minimal effort. This way, your family enjoys a grea…
Taming my ravenous appetite is always a work in progress, but a chance glance at my profile in the hallway mirror made it clear to me that something must be done to reconfigure my ... figure. Last time in this space, I mentioned my plan to switch from the heavier foods of winter to less-hear…
The strawberries arrive midmorning, a half-flat in a recycled grocery box, the scent hitting first — bright, ripe, insistent.
In Appalachia, spring doesn’t just arrive — it creeps in slowly, teasing warm days before pulling back with a late frost.
Cooking fads come and they go. We always have a heads-up here at The Purple Onion because our customers come in asking for this produce, that spice, or some new-to-them products. Sometimes, an idea sticks and we find ourselves fielding lots of questions about it.
Spring is about to bloom (I hope), and this is a time of year that I tend to transition from the fuller-bodied reds of winter to lighter style white wines that are more suitable to the foods we consume in the warmer months.
All across the country, March 17 is marked by an abundance of green; whether it’s the greening of spring, a plate of corned beef and cabbage, or a lively time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with green beverages, West Virginia has a long history tied to the Irish.
I was recently reminded that you never know what surprises might be cooked up in the kitchen when I came across a new recipe. It was a shortcut Bolognese recipe with a curious, time-saving ingredient. But first, chores.
This is the time of year when we enjoy stews and soups, roasts and casseroles. Yet, we still crave something a little lighter and fresher. Citrus to the rescue! Breakfast, lunch and dinner all get some zing when we add these seasonal fruits to the menu.
Stuffed peppers have a long and diverse history, with variations appearing in cuisines across the globe.
From TikTok trends to Jamie Oliver’s newest cookbook, minimalist cooking is extremely popular. The internet agrees: five-ingredient dinners are not only easier to cook but can be just as delicious and satisfying as more elaborate meals.
WEBSTER SPRINGS — What started as an email inquiry turned into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Custard Stand Chili to be featured in a Super Bowl commercial. Angie Cowger, co-owner of the business, was initially skeptical when she received a Google email about a possible marketing campaign.
