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Lighten up
With swimsuit season in full swing, we once again feel the urge to lighten up. Thankfully, the local pickings for healthy fare have recently gained options.
Fish tales
There’s something about seafood that makes us feel like we’re at the beach even if it’s 100-plus miles away.
Buc-ee’s bonanza!
A Sheetz marries a Tractor Supply, and they give birth to two babies: Cracker Barrel and Hobby Lobby — but only the folksy home décor and casual-clothing parts of the stores.Add in …
Food favorites
One dish. Sometimes that’s all it takes for us to return to a particular restaurant. We crave the flavor, texture, aroma, the mere sight of that one special thing. Here are some favorites.
Leave the cooking to someone else
For many of us, two things inevitably happen over the holidays. Family or friends visit from out of town, and your home’s chief cook and bottle washer could really use a break away from the kitchen. Where do you go? We asked some Fayetteville food lovers, including a couple of restaurant owners, for their suggestions. Here’s what they had to say.
Other food news

Protein power: 4 ways to unleash the superhero of nutrition

(BPT) - Move over, Hollywood’s biggest and brightest … there's a new star in town. Sure, protein is far from new, and the research continues to support an abundance of health benefits …

Get to the Grill for Fresh, Homemade Flavor

(Family Features) For your next cookout with loved ones, enjoy all the flavor and none of the hassle with Grilled Quinoa Paella. For a meatless meal, this Mexican Grilled Corn Salad serves as a crowd favorite.

How Kellogg is working toward a climate-positive future one action at a time
(BPT) - June 5 is World Environment Day. It's a day to acknowledge that people's actions matter when protecting our environment. While everyone should think about how to do their part, companies must …
A Delicious Dip for Dad
(Culinary.net) Try this Cheesy Pepperoni Dip to start dinner off with an appetizing kick. With creamy cheese, peppers and savory pepperoni, it's a perfect way to hold everyone over before a stellar meal.
This Summer’s Must-Have BBQ Accessory: High-Quality Olive Oil
(BPT) - Once summer heats up, so do grills from coast to coast. Outdoor cooks are topping up their fuel of choice, brushing off the grates, and lining up herbs, spices, sauces and other ingredients …
Savor and save: 5 benefits of growing your own produce
(BPT) - If you appreciate the taste and experience of fresh produce, it may be time to consider cultivating your own home garden. Whether you have a spacious backyard or a small balcony, you can grow …
Most common food ingredients and contaminants that led to recalls in 2022
Using FDA data, Stacker developed a list of the most common food ingredients and contaminants that led to recalls in 2022.
Recipes, tips & food info

Grilling Up a Homemade Meal

(Family Features) Celebrate the summer by grilling steak, one of the most popular meals for a cookout, and top yours with this Smoky Bacon, Chive and Shallot Butter. 

Entertain Guests with a Fresh Al Fresco Favorite

(Family Features) Skip complicated cooking steps and turn to a delicious option like Yellowfin Tuna and Artichoke Pasta, which can be served as an appetizer, side dish or on its own as a light main course.

5 Ways to Celebrate Moms beyond Mother’s Day

(BPT) - Sponsored by Pearl Milling CompanyEven though Mother's Day has come and gone, moms — and other parental figures in your life — should be appreciated all year round. While many …

Tips for eating healthy and delicious snacks

(BPT) - Words like “healthy” and “balanced” are always used to describe food — but what do they really mean? With all of the diet fads out there, how can we eat …

It's California avocado season! Here are five things you should know

(NewsUSA) - California avocado season is officially here, with fresh delicious fruit available now through summer. From smoothies and salads to dips and desserts, everyone’s favorite California …

Making sense of food labels: How to find snacks with nutritional benefits

(BPT) - Americans are a population of snackers, yet do they really know what’s in the snacks they choose? Seven out of ten men and half of women surveyed say they believe their current snacks …