Food & Dining Resources

Reheating refrigerated bread To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in a microwave with a cup of water. The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster

Here are some things I found out from a friend that I bet you didn't know. Peel a banana from the bottom and you won't have to pick the little "stringy things" off of it. That's how the primates

I always end up making recipes that call for 1 tablespoon of tomato paste.  Even when you buy a small can, that leaves you with a lot extra. I just scoop the rest into an ice cube tray and freeze it. 

These "superfoods" on Oprah's website are geared to slowing the aging process- including wrinkles and obesity, but their benefits go well beyond just that.  There is an explanation of

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You can find out what you're really drinking each day. The website compares different types of drinks. You can see how many calories you're getting from beverages (compared to your recommended daily

When the budget is tight, but you still want to take the entire family out for dinner, I find it very helpful to find restaurants that offer free kid meals.  Champs Sports Bar and Grill offers free kids meals

My young daughters think pizza is the best food ever. So we frequented many pizza buffets. I am conscious about wastefulness,  and it bothers me when my childen pile on more pizza than they actually eat

This article tells you how to put together a fun, informal and kid friendly New Year's Eve celebration the whole family will enjoy. From great party food, to fun activities like a fashion show and karaoke

Here is an award winning list of adaptive measures you need while baking with special needs kids.  The whole list can be used with typical children, too.  It's an excellent resource for educators