Stories tagged with "cooking"

Reader recipe: Crab and Artichoke Dip with Parmesan Croutons by indystar

J.P. Jones, executive chef at Morton’s the Steakhouse, recently introduced new goodies for the restaurant’s Bar Bites menu, served 5 to 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 to 11 p.m.... – Nov 18, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Five things I love by indystar

Jessica Wright and her husband, Jason, owners of Indy Adventure Boot Camp, get hundreds of questions from their fitness boot camp participants about making healthy choices when... – Nov 18, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Thanksgiving turkey on the grill frees up the kitchen for side dishes by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Get out the platter and the placemats — it’s almost Thanksgiving. The big day is rapidly approaching, and with it comes the annual scramble for oven space. But plenty... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:55 PM in Food & Drink

'Hungry Girl' entrees tame holiday binges by indystar

We’re heading into the holidays, and that can spell trouble for our waistlines. Sure, a splurge here and there won’t kill you, but eating meals low in fat and calories... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:48 PM in Food & Drink

Grilled turkey shares the table with colorful sides by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Make the Thanksgiving bird on the grill and free up oven space for side dishes. Be sure to prepare the cornbread for the stuffing the day before serving. » Thanksgiving... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:44 PM in Food & Drink

Be safe about cooking by Jolene.Ketzenberger

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Meat and Poultry Hotline, (888) 674-6854, answers questions from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Thanksgiving Day hours: 8 a.m.... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:43 PM in Food & Drink

Should you grill with charcoal or gas? by Jolene.Ketzenberger

When you head out back to fire up the grill, is it gas or charcoal — or are you like the nearly 30 percent of Americans who own both? Cookbook author and barbecue expert... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:43 PM in Food & Drink

Ambrosia opens eatery Downtown by Jolene.Ketzenberger

New restaurant focuses on Italian classics Local restaurateur Gino Pizzi, who opened Broad Ripple’s popular Italian restaurant Ambrosia in 1979, recently launched a Downtown... – Nov 17, 2009 at 5:20 PM in Food & Drink

Reader recipe: Soy cilantro strip steaks by indystar

At Traders Point Creamery in Zionsville, chef Emily Slavens prepares six themed cuisines each week for the rotating dinner menus. This soy cilantro strip steak dish is featured on... – Nov 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Five things I love by indystar

Eric Stark is known for his music presence on the podium while leading the city’s 160-voice Indianapolis Symphonic Choir. But off the podium, the choir’s artistic... – Nov 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Wine-tasting event to talk turkey, side dishes by Jolene.Ketzenberger

It’s not too soon to be thinking of Thanksgiving. For a taste of the season, head to Chateau Thomas Winery, 6291 Cambridge Way, in Plainfield (just off I-70 at Ind. 267), for... – Nov 10, 2009 at 4:51 PM in Food & Drink

Get creative with your family's meals by indystar

Are you dealing with a picky eater? Mealtime battles can leave parents frustrated as well as concerned about the nutritional value of their little ones’ limited choices. With... – Nov 10, 2009 at 4:41 PM in Food & Drink

Traders Point Creamery serving dinner 6 nights a week by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Looking for a new dinner option? Check out The Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery, 9101 Moore Road, near Zionsville. The farm-to-table restaurant at the award-winning... – Nov 04, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Reader recipe: Calabaza en Tacha (candied pumpkin) by indystar

Othon Angel, chef from Adobo Grill in Chicago, recently demonstrated how to prepare traditional Mexican cuisine at the Indianapolis Art Center’s El Da de los Muertos (Day of... – Nov 04, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Five in a Fix by indystar

Let me set the stage — tough day at work, it’s cold and rainy, and a run to the grocery store is not even an option, so why not find a recipe with ingredients you have... – Nov 03, 2009 at 6:36 PM in Food & Drink

Hints for the perfect cookie by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Use quality items, add personal touch, keep eye on oven It’s November now and time to start thinking about the holidays — and The Indianapolis Star’s annual... – Nov 02, 2009 at 7:53 PM in Food & Drink

When coffee meets pumpkin by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Recreate a coffee-shop specialty with this pumpkin latte recipe. Prefer more coffee or less pumpkin flavor? Simply adjust the amounts to create your own signature seasonal drink.... – Oct 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Reader recipe: American Lime Pie by indystar

Fishers resident Scott Stewart has enjoyed baking and cooking as a hobby since he made his first cake at age 12. Stewart, a retired human resources professional, shares his lighter... – Oct 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

Five things I love by indystar

Laura Alvarado, director of the El Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Indianapolis Art Center, oversees the annual Day of the Dead event (which is on Sunday) featuring Hispanic... – Oct 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Food & Drink

New store to tempt taste buds in Carmel by Jolene.Ketzenberger

Looking for locally made foods? Check out this Saturday’s grand opening of The Harvest Fresh Market&Deli, 12770 Horseferry Road, near 131st Street and Towne Road in... – Oct 27, 2009 at 5:51 PM in Food & Drink