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Food
New menu items created for Mardi Gras celebration
GALVESTON — The Tremont House is managing to balance its festive approach with a more restrained menu for the Mardi Gras Ball and Viewing Party.
February 08, 2012
Enjoy a Valentine's Day meal for two
Enjoy a Valentine's Day meal for two out or at home.
February 01, 2012
Just what is a king cake?
King cakes continue to proliferate in the area, showing up in bakeries, grocery stores and even ice cream freezers both on and off the island.
January 25, 2012
Mouths water at chance of Morton’s Steakhouse
GALVESTON — News that the Landry’s restaurant empire was acquiring Morton’s Steakhouse set many local mouths watering.
January 18, 2012
Group promotes pies as official MLK Day food
Luanne Stovall founded an organization, Peace Through Pie, to give the January holiday a signature food to forge common ground for celebrations across the country.
January 11, 2012
Spend a week exploring the island cuisine scene
GALVESTON — Galveston Restaurant Week opens the doors at 30 restaurants for a week of exploring each restaurant’s special dishes at special prices.
January 04, 2012
Add international flare to Southern tradition
Eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day might be a Southern tradition, but cooks can add an international flare.
December 28, 2011
Tasty turnips: 'Tis the season for root vegetables
Turnips are more versatile and tasty than most people think — and one of the only vegetables that can be eaten in its entirety.
December 21, 2011
Festive treats make a perfect gift
Even in an age where nutrition consciousness is increasing, cookies and sweets remain a popular gift for many people to give and receive.
December 14, 2011
Make-ahead meals come in handy on busy nights
If there’s half as much time to cook dinner this month, cooking twice as much at a time equals a full slate of dinners.
December 07, 2011
Fresh herbs a colorful addition to holiday meals
Greens in the kitchen can brighten the holidays, too, with fresh herbs enhancing everything from family supper to party foods
November 30, 2011
Make star quality dishes using leftover turkey
At the very least, turkey is a Sylvester Stallone-type star, able to churn out half a dozen sequels to that big hit.
November 23, 2011
Women’s group compiles 1st cookbook in 60 years
GALVESTON — The United Methodist Women will be unveiling its new cookbook, “Gracious Goodness,” at the Seaside Treasure Festival.
November 16, 2011
Author explores state for burger joints
Rick Vanderpool, author of “The Texas Hamburger: History of a Lone Star Icon,” will sign copies of the book Saturday at Galveston Bookshop.
November 09, 2011
Pumpkin: Nutrient-rich fruit
Pumpkins and pumpkin seeds are rich in disease-fighting antioxidants and vitamins and minerals.
November 09, 2011
Swai: Inexpensive fish with mild flavor
Although Galveston County is fortunate to have a number of fish markets selling fresh, locally sourced seafood, swai has been making inroads.
November 02, 2011
Annual isle festival celebrates Greek heritage
GALVESTON — The 28th annual Greek Festival will be from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday at Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church.
October 26, 2011
Oktoberfest to feature baking competition
GALVESTON — The 30th annual Island Oktoberfest at First Evangelical Lutheran Church will have its first German Kuchen Bake Off this weekend.
October 19, 2011
Organizations strive to end food deserts
GALVESTON — Seven Galveston organizations pooling their efforts to eliminate local food deserts are hosting a “Grow Your Own Food Drive” on Saturday.
October 12, 2011
Cake inspires woman to enter cooking contests
TEXAS CITY — Cream cheese rarely gets credit for changing someone’s life, but it did just that for Nancy Manlove.
October 05, 2011
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