Wines for the wise in 2009  As a “thank you” to diners for supporting their restaurants in these challenging times, Patina Restaurant Group is offering special ... Full Story

$25 Restaurant.com gift certificates for $5 until Monday From now until Monday January 12, 2009, Restaurant.com is offering $25 gift certificates for only $5.00. At checkout, enter the Discount Code ... Full Story

Ann Coulter's not banned; sadly, either is the Biggest Loser, but your TV might stop working anyhow Wow. I’ve been able to miss seven consecutive seasons of thisThe Biggest Loser season 7 premiere apparently had lots of riveting, compelling, ... Full Story

Nothin' says lovin' like food from a test tube If I’d known you were coming, I’d have baked a cake laden with a tasty egg-like combination of hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC) ... Full Story

Beer adventures in Laos Beer Lao surprised me in 2005 during my first visit to Laos.  I’m thrilled on this visit that the quality is still there.   ... Full Story

'Top Chef' episode 7 preview The quickfire involves preparation of a dessert, the catch being that the chefs must use non-sugar ingredients only: The elimination challenge is a no-limits cooking challenge, and ... Full Story