Year in foods shows few new trends and many classics
A year-end food column tallies top and bottom lists. Fresh herbs and pancakes headline a year with little culinary novelty while enduring favorites like soup and grilled dishes remain central. The bottom list skewers fast food, over-priced meals, canned items, and store-bought dressings.
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Cornell
Soviet Union
Prospects sweet for citrus
Florida and California dominate this season with solid yields but high-quality Texas fruit limited after the 1989 freeze. Prices easing for oranges, grapefruits stable, and juice costs down. Retailers warn supply is tight with Texas fruit scarce and best buying soon.
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Florida
California
Texas
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Diane Bertelsen
USDA
Flor
Meyers
Susan Alcorn
First National Supermarkets, Inc
Maple Heights
Finast
Alcorn
Indian River
Gourmet beer moves from taps to fine dining across the country
The beer scene has shifted from casual pairing to culinary edge with chefs like Wolfgang Puck and small breweries leading the rise. West Coast origins, Seattle and Napa ventures highlight craft ales and seasonals alongside wine in upscale menus, while New York explorations grow.
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Young's
Czechoslovakia
United States
Wolfgang Puck
Joe Sixpack
Duwamps Cafe
Seattle Brewing Co
Duwamps
Phil Rogers
California
Napa Valley
Napa
New York
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