I found some delicious holiday party apps, desserts, and spirits from the website that has revolutionized the way we present our food at parties: Pinterest. I can’t guarantee they are low calorie or fat-free, but here are some of my favorite picks for the season. My Top 3 Appetizers 1. Cranberry Brie Bites by YellowBlissRoad [...]

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With the burdens of work, commuting, and school activities, it can be difficult to find time to sit down to enjoy a meal as a family.  Yet, there can be very positive outcomes from making the effort to do so.  Here are just a few examples: Families who eat together tend to include a greater [...]

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At University Book Store, we know that the holiday season can be a crazy time of year. But whether you’re the one playing holiday host or you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone who is, these great books on cooking and entertaining will make turning the holidays into a festive time full of flavor [...]

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Do you find yourself, like I do, ready to find new, crowd-pleasing recipes online each year that will wow and impress your holiday guests? But then time runs out. All of a sudden our hosting duties are just days away, so the menu stays the same each year. But not this year! I am forgoing [...]

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Chef Tracey is back with two great cooking demos! Mark your calendar for either November 20, December 11, or both. First up: November Cooking Demo – The Wonders of Pumpkin Thursday, November 20, 2014 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. Local Point Chef’s Table, Lander Hall Register here Thanksgiving festivities are quickly approaching. While good ole’ mashed [...]

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You’ve probably heard of the University of Washington Club and know it’s a private, non-profit social club for the UW community. But here are some facts we’re betting you don’t know. These 10 items were selected by the UW Club team: 1. The Club was built by renowned Seattle architects Paul Hayden Kirk and Victor [...]

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This year I’ve decided to fully embrace everything about the fall. I’m ready to pull out my boots and scarves, tackle my reading list, and explore some new recipes. It’s a great time to reconnect with family and friends over food. And with the days getting darker, there’s more time to spend in the kitchen [...]

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You staked out your spot for your tailgating tent in the parking lot, surrounded by hundreds of other fans of all ages. Or maybe you’re in the comfort of your own home, family and friends squeezing into the living room to get a glimpse of the TV. Wherever you are, the important thing is…it’s game [...]

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UW Nutritional Sciences invites you to attend its autumn 2014 seminar series: Sustainable Food and Nutrition Security. Lectures occur weekly throughout the quarter on Thursday afternoons, 12:30-1:20 p.m., in Alder Commons Auditorium/104. All UW students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend!   What does the theme for the quarter actually mean? Sustainable food and [...]

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With our busy schedules, it can be a challenge to pack healthy lunches for ourselves and our kids. Here are a few tips to help get the new academic year off to a smooth start for everyone in your family: Make your list and shop for the week ahead of time. Figure out your lunches [...]

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Kale chips, kale slaw, kale pie. I needed to get onboard with kale. I find it hard to chew, pretty flavorless, and the leaves are gargantuan. I’m not anti-vegetable; far from it actually. I love my leafy greens. Ever since my college roommates schooled me in eating veggies, broccoli has been a main staple in [...]

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Back in May, Julia Marnadi, a registered dietitian at UWMC, wrote a great article on gluten-free diets. We then had a request to help locate some gluten-free-diet-friendly restaurants near campus. So for those of you with a gluten-free diet looking for places to eat during your lunch break, I’ve created a list of some great [...]

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