"Almost Meatless," by Joy Manning and Tara Mataraza Desmond (Ten Speed Press, $22.50) ...more

March 1, 2009

Brief reviews of several cooking- and food-related books. ...more

February 24, 2009

The author of a noted Mexican cooking book will be in Tampa this month at the behest of a local Mexican restaurant owner. And other food-related news. ...more

January 28, 2009

The annual Grace Christian School Science Fair, for sixth- through ninth-grade students, was held March 17 in the school dining hall. ...more

May 21, 2008

One of my favorite food festivals happens annually in Vail, Colo. The Taste of Vail, which takes place in early April, allows me to combine my passion for skiing with a weekend of epicurean indulgence. The four-day event offers cooking and wine seminars, a wine auction and chef's gourmet dinner, and several incredible wine and food tastings featuring dozens of vintners and top restaurants from the Vail Valley. ...more

May 9, 2008

LET'S HEAR IT FOR THE 'BURBS: The Rolling Pin Kitchen Emporium in Brandon easily has the strongest combination in the area of kitchen supplies and food instruction. Chef Dave West and his wife, Karen, consistently attract great instructors for their classes. ...more

February 20, 2008

BEERS TO YOU: Beer lovers can look forward to the Holiday Ale Festival and Tasting at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at New World Brewery in Ybor City. More than 50 holiday ales will be featured. My favorites: Bad Elf, Very Bad Elf, Seriously Bad Elf, Criminally Bad Elf, Insanely Bad Elf and Santa's Butt. ...more

November 27, 2007