Digest preview hints at global flavors and home staples
The magazine predicts growing interest in Indian and Latin foods, Asian ingredients, and regional cuisines this year. It notes use of flax seed, soy, sherry vinegar, farm fresh fish, local seasonal fare, and home grown herbs, while classic comfort dishes remain popular.
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Lignt
Cereal Makers Plan Soy Protein Cereal
The FDA plans to allow health claims on foods containing soy protein and Kellogg Co says it is developing a soy based cereal. The agency notes that consuming 25 grams daily as part of a low saturated fat diet may lower coronary heart disease risk.
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Food and Drug Administration
Kellogg, Co
FDA
Girl Turns Orange From Sunny Delight Overuse
A five year old British girl developed red orange skin on face and hands after several days of drinking Sunny Delight. Procter and Gamble notes beta carotene from the drink can tint skin but is not toxic, advising a mixed diet including varied beverages.
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Procter & Gamble
Keebler Pouch Doubles as Hand Puppet Item
A Keebler cookie pouch doubles as a hand puppet after the cookies are eaten. The promotion features Honey and Cinnamon Elf Grahams with five playful elves led by Ernie to tempt children and outshine competitors.
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Keebler
Ernie
Tostitos Snack Kit Adds On The Go Convenience
Barbara Sloth reports on a Tostitos snack kit offering chips and dip in a single portable tray. The price averages 51.99 for 12.5 ounce bag plus cheese dip or salsa, about 25 percent higher than buying elements separately.
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Tostitos
Dried beans steady staple in diets and economy
A look at dried beans shows their long shelf life, health benefits, and low cost. Martisco Bean Co. in Camillus and the Syracuse area supply beans regionally, including limes and kidney varieties, with new chili mix offerings. Dried beans require sorting and soaking before cooking, and canned beans offer convenience with tradeoffs in texture and sodium.
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American Dry Bean Board
Syracuse: Real Food Co-Op
Kensington Road
Boston
Mexico
South America
Caribbean
Italy
India
John Barmonde
Martisco Bean Co
Camillus
Martisco Station
Martisco
New York City
Flavorful Beans and Their Culinary Roles
Navy bean offers mild flavor for baked beans and soups. Black bean brings earthy notes to Caribbean and Americas cuisines. Pink bean is rich and meaty for South American and southwestern dishes. Cranberry bean adds sweet delicacy to Italian fare. Great Northern bean is mild and versatile for soups stews and cassoulet. Pinto bean supplies earthy depth to refried beans burritos. Kidney bean presents a robust flavor for red beans and rice and chili. Cannellini bean provides creamy texture for soups salads and purees.
Saratoga brewer hosts Kobor beers in Syracuse area
Kobor Brewing Co., based in Schuylerville, operates under contract at Relyea Brewing Co., brewing Kobor's Brown Ale Wheat Ale Special Ale and Cinnamon Stout. Kobor plans a Schuylerville brewhouse, with Relyea producing since April under Towpath label and Middle Ages Brewing expanding local contract work.
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Relyea Brewing Co
Teall Ave
Kobor Brewing Co
Schuylerville
Saratoga County
Relyea
Cinnamon Stour
Towpath
Middle Ages Brewing Co
Wilkinson St
Kobor
Pete Kobor
Cooperstown Brewing Co
Milford
Otsego County
Cooperstown
Syracuse
Todd Relyea
Pete Kober
Saratoga Springs
Contract Brewing
New York State
Litkca
FX. Matt Brewing Co
Utea
Saranac
Matt's
Sam Adams
Brooklyn
Harpoon
Lake Placid Pub & Brewery
Highlander
New York City
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