Vegetarian Times articles from December 2003

Vegetarian Times archives from December 2003

Forward thinking.(Editorial)
December 1, 2003... I was asked to give a talk on the subject of holiday cooking. My contact, calling to firm up a date that would suit both of our busy schedules, started the conversation by asking, innocently enough, "So, do you have a calendar handy?" I...

Go slow.(Letter to the Editor)
December 1, 2003... So, something I have enjoyed doing for years ("Slow Food," September 2003) has an official fan club--wonderful! Good, lovingly prepared meals are a celebration of life that can be shared with friends and family, no matter what your dietary...

Eat and run.(Letter to the Editor)
December 1, 2003... As a long-time vegetarian and VT subscriber, I'm sad to say that I was completely disgusted by your article "Fast Food" (September 2003). I couldn't care less if McDonald's cooked up a vegan seitan burger on a whole wheat bun with nayonnaise...

Fly in the face of reason.(letters)(Letter to the Editor)
December 1, 2003... I recently booked a flight through Expedia.com to fly home for Thanks giving, and I requested a vegetarian meal. When I printed the itinerary, I was shocked to find the word "Moslem" printed next to my name. A customer service agent told me the...

Eggplant pie.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... Beth Ham of St. Petersburg, Florida, was a runner-up in our 2003 Eggplant Recipe Contest with her savory Eggplant Pie. This hearty dish may be served as an accompaniment or an entree with a tossed green salad. SERVES 6 1 cup...

A votre sante!(scoop)(researcher finds health-enhancing chemical resveratrol in red wine)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... Biologists are coming closer to understanding the mysterious health benefits of red wine--and thereby explaining the so-called French Paradox. David A. Sinclair of Harvard Medical School, who published his findings in the August 2003 Nature,...

Tree treat.(scoop)(Desert Sweet Organics' Adopt-a-Tree program)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... Looking for a unique--and environmentally friendly--idea for holiday giving? Why not join Desert Sweet Organics' Adopt-a-Tree program and provide a friend, client or loved one with a year's supply of apples from their very own tree? Valley...

Golden AGE.(scoop)(aged garlic extract found to inhibit development of cholesterol)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... In a Pennsylvania State University's Nutrition Department study, aged garlic extract (AGE) has been shown to inhibit the development of cholesterol, strengthening the case for AGE as an alternative to cholesterol-lowering drugs with troublesome...

Spa boom.(scoop)(report from International Spa Association on attendance at spas)(Brief Article)(Industry Overview)
December 1, 2003... Anyone who has been to a spa lately will tell you how delicious the food has become, which may be why the spa business is booming. The 61-country International Spa Association reports in its 2003 Spa-Goer study that almost 45 million people...

VT Exclusive: study proves benefits of going veg.(scoop)
December 1, 2003... In the largest study of its kind ever, Gary Null, PhD, author and Pacifica Radio talk show host, has found that the health benefits of a vegetarian diet exceed all previous expectations. In his Vegetarian Lifestyle Study of 11,000 Americans...

Carrot & stick.(scoop)(kudos and criticisms of current events concerning nutrition and the environment)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... a CARROT to: * Vermont's Intervale Foundation for winning a $747,000 federal grant to build a digester to turn cow manure into methane gas, a renewable fuel. "If small farms could convert waste to cheap, green energy, not only would they...

Blueberry power.(goods)
December 1, 2003... Feeling blue is a good thing with Indian Meadow Herbals' Blue Line, which uses anthocyanins--the compounds that make blueberries blue and that contain anti-aging qualities. Try the introductory special: a cosmetic bag filled with a scented...

De-Vine snacks.(goods)(new varieties of raisins from Earthbound Farms)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... Earthbound Farm introduces two new varieties of organic vine-picked raisins. The Flame Seedless variety features a rich and robust flavor, while the Thompson Seedless raisins taste milder and more mellow. Available in assorted-sized packages....

Better barley.(goods)
December 1, 2003... Treat your body to better barley with Hallelujah Acres' BarleyMax, a dehydrated juice made from organic young barley and alfalfa plants. Barley and alfalfa provide vitamin C, calcium, iron and antioxidants, and may help ease gastric disorders...

Lucky dog.(goods)
December 1, 2003... Show your pooch you really care this holiday season by preparing Buddy Biscuit Bake-at-Home Dog Treats ($7.00/15.6 oz). The vegetarian treats are made with all-natural ingredients and come in flavors such as Apples 'n Oats and Cheese Delight. A...

30-minute recipes.(fastfood)
December 1, 2003... Parmesan "Chicken" on Muffins / Cauliflower-and-Zucchini-Stuffed Mushrooms / "Steak" and Bake Cream of Tomato Soup / Cornmeal-Fruit Pudding / Orzo-Ricotta Bake Parmesan "Chicken" on Muffins SERVES 4 30 MINUTES OR LESS...

American pie.(trends)(Baking in America: Traditional and Contemporary Favorites from the Past 200 Years)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
December 1, 2003... For me, the holidays are all about baking, and there's nothing better than American homestyle desserts. Greg Patent, author of Baking in America: Traditional and Contemporary Favorites from the Past 200 Years, shares my passion. I can't say...

Market fresh.(trends)(Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market, San Francisco, California)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... In San Francisco, head to the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market for all of your holiday produce. This market, operated by the Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture, each Saturday draws 5,000 to 8,000 shoppers who want to meet the...

Sugar cubes.(trends)(organic candies from Tiny Trapeze Confections)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... While shopping at Whole Foods Market in Chelsea, I discovered the handcrafted candy from the innovative Tiny Trapeze Confections (www.tinytrapeze.com, 800.844.TINY). Founders Ayis Antoniou and Suzanne Lombardi created Tiny Trapeze with the...

Hot tip.(trends)(food tour, Emilia Romogna region, Italy)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2003... Discover the foods of the Emilia Romogna region of Italy with writer Crescent Dragonwagon, December 14--20. Enjoy her Fearless Writing workshop, plus cooking classes, visits to artisan food makers, farm and market tours, and fine dining. Info:...

Menu for the plant-based palate.(vegangourmet)
December 1, 2003... Mushroom-Artichoke Lasagna / Sun-Dried Tomato and White Bean Bruschetta / Spiced Pineapple Muffins Lasagna is a robust, delicious dish predating ancient Rome. A popular choice for entertaining, this layered entree is a crowd-pleaser that...

Home for Christmas: celebrate our Italian bounty.
December 1, 2003... menu Marinated Olives Tagliaelle with Garlic and Toasted Walnuts Braised Fennel Carrot Sformati with Basil-Mascarpone Cream Wild Mushroom Ragu with Golden Polenta Marinated Oranges Brutti ma Bouni ...

Out of Africa: feast on Kwanzaa's fruit of the harvest.
December 1, 2003... menu Granny's Icebox Rolls Tofu Gumbo White Corn Grits Souffle Black-Eyed Pea Croquettes Sugared Sweet Potatoes, Plantains and Apples Mixed Greens Macaroni and Cheese Five-Flavor Pound Cake with Caramel...

Cutting-Edge Cuisine: the fourth and final edition of Cutting-Edge Cuisine for 2003 features Pennsylvania students with a flair for epicurean art.(Special Advertising Section)(students from Pennsylvania Culinary Institute offer recipes)
December 1, 2003... The Pennsylvania Culinary Institute (PCI), located in the heart of the cultural and business districts of Pittsburgh, offers the distinction of being one of the premier Le Cordon Bleu-affiliated schools in the nation. Le Cordon Bleu's approach...