I adore a good loaf cake. There’s something about them that’s just inherently cosy and wholesome, and this one in particular is perfect for the colder months, not least because it’s simple and sturdy in the very best way. It’d be right at home with a coffee for breakfast, as well as gently warmed in …
First confirmed death from alpha-gal meat allergy caused by tick bite
US researchers have confirmed the first fatality from alpha-gal meat allergy, triggered by a tick bite and delayed anaphylaxis. Lone Star ticks are the primary source of alpha-gal syndrome in the United States, transmitting the sugar that triggers the meat allergy. Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have confirmed the first known …
Jimi Famurewa’s recipe for puff-puff pancakes | Food
Efteling is a fairytale-themed, 73-year-old amusement park in the south of the Netherlands that, after two consecutive years of visits, has become an acute obsession among my family. We love the vaguely folk-horror animatronic trees, witches and giant sea monsters lurking within a labyrinthine real forest. We love the anthropomorphised talking bins that plead (in …
Best Croissant Stuffing Recipe
Sorry to Grandma’s homemade stuffing, but this light, buttery, and flaky croissant stuffing is my new obsession. Different from a traditional stuffing that uses hearty breads like French bread, white bread, or cornbread, I opted for a daintier/delicate carb in this recipe, which, surprisingly enough, holds up well in a loaded casserole. Trust me, this …
Best Sweet Potato Crescent Bites Recipe
If you just don’t have the energy to make another side dish this Thanksgiving but don’t want to miss out on sweet potato casserole, then this appetizer is the ideal bite-sized compromise. Love your sweet potato casserole with marshmallows? You’ll be OBSESSED with these bites. They’re the perfect amount of sweet and savory, so you …
Best Million Dollar Mac & Cheese Recipe
Mac & cheese has carried innumerable dinner spreads on its back, and it’s time it gets the rewards it deserves. Our million-dollar mac & cheese is what happens when you decide to take your classic mac & cheese on a shopping spree to the fanciest cheese shop you know and shower it with gold leaf. …
What’s the Best Way to Help Food Banks Right Now?
In the middle of summer this year, the San Antonio Food Bank was already feeling some strain. Kids out for summer weren’t getting meals at school, utility prices were at their highest, and the July 4 floods in the area hit thousands of families, hard. “It’s been a rough 2025,” Eric Cooper, president and CEO …
Best Oven-Roasted Turkey Recipe
Whether you’re roasting your first bird for Friendsgiving or hosting Thanksgiving dinner for the 26th time, use this handy guide to roast the perfect holiday turkey. I tested this recipe SEVEN times to ensure that this Thanksgiving turkey is the best it can possibly be. Let this be the year you ace Thanksgiving hosting and …
Best Cranberry Walnut Cheese Log Recipe
It’s hard to find a party appetizer that’s more beloved than a cheese log—or its alternate form, the cheese ball. Salty, crunchy, and sometimes sweet, this pre-dinner treat is easy and infinitely adaptable for any season and occasion. Here, dried sweetened cranberries, walnuts, and fresh thyme conjure a holiday feeling, while a little honey complements …
What I Know Now – Dr Darin Detwiler
Silence doesn’t just hide danger; it allows it to grow. In this powerful Author’s Note and behind-the-scenes interview, Dr Darin Detwiler reveals how Silent Enemies came to life, why its message matters now more than ever, and the bold shifts the food industry must make to prevent the next avoidable tragedy. This Author’s Note is …