Food

Baker, author and magazine editor Brian Hart Hoffman released the third volume of “Bake from Scratch: Artisan Recipes for the Home Baker” on March 15. The book features more than 600 recipes and is currently available for order through online retailers, such as the “Bake from Scratch” website.

Are you one of those people who ignores the raw egg warnings and eats cookie dough by the spoonful? Don’t feel bad. Everyone does it … but stop. Eat this instead.

Last year, we asked Bostonians about their favorite ice cream shops in and around the city. This year, we want to follow up with where to get great summer treats. Here are some tasty suggestions to try as the weather gets warmer:

June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month. This is one of my favorite months, because as a general rule, most of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables of all colors.

With summer approaching quickly, watermelon season is officially upon us. For those of you who crave this delicious fruit, here are a few ways to incorporate watermelon into your daily summer diet.

If you’re tired of the standard American breakfast, try switching it up with this plant-based Pineapple coconut granola. Making it at home allows you to control what ingredients you use, so you can make a healthy version that still tastes good.

Even if you forgot to celebrate National Girl Scout Day on March 12^th, I’m sure we’ve all had our fair share of their delicious cookies. I hate to be the one to tell you this, but these cookies aren’t as innocent as the faces who sell them.

Winter is here and it seems that everyone is sick. One of the most effective strategies to combat the passing illness is to load up on zinc, water and chicken soup! My favorite is Whole Foods’ “Mom’s Chicken Soup,” and I made my own version at home, which yields more soup than buying a pint at the store.

Happy New Year, everyone! As a nutritionist I spend much of my time researching food, and I want to share some food trends I can see impacting 2018:

‘Tis scallop season in New England! Beginning in November and ending in March, we have the freshest scallops in the country – from Cape Cod to Maine. As a chef for over 22 years, this is one of my signature dishes.

Winter is almost here, but many of us are still holding onto fall flavors. If you believe your pumpkin-spiced latte was snatched right out of your hand just as you started enjoying it, fear not – I have a solution for you!

Apple picking is a favorite New England fall activity. After which, everyone is usually left with more apples than they know what to do with, and without fail, I find myself wanting to use them in a freshly baked homemade apple crisp, a classic.

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While we leave behind the warm, sunny days of summer, we look forward to crisp air, colorful fall foliage and comfort foods. Pumpkin is one of the greatest, albeit rather overdone, signature staples of fall. Here are some great ways to enjoy:

They say to only eat oysters in months that end in “r.” Well, here we are in September, so we wanted to bring you a Boston oyster roundup so you can indulge. Here are a few of the popular spots in Boston:

As oil processors, our lives revolve around authentic cooking oils with fresh and bold flavors, especially non-GMO and organic. At home, we enjoy finding new ways to use our oils and we’ve found infusing them with various flavors takes them to a new level.

It’s almost fall, which means pumpkin spice everything, crisp air, boots, football and apple picking.

Sorelle opened its doors in Abington this past Spring and takes a modern, fresh twist on traditional Italian cuisine.

Don’t love grocery shopping? No Problem! As an innovation hub, Boston is comfortable with many new and evolving ideas, including meal subscription services. Ingredients are delivered, so you can cook easy, healthy meals at home. Here are a few of the services in the Boston area:

• Purple Carrot: provides delicious plant-based recipes that are power-packed and easy to make. Try the TB12 box for athletes and active individuals!
• Just Add Cooking: uses only fresh, seasonal produce, meat free of antibiotics and hormones and sustainable seafood.
• Soulfu3l: delivers meals that are always gluten-free, dairy-free and sugar-free.

Can we eat to starve cancer? According to cancer researcher, William Li, the answer is yes. Angiogenesis is “the growth of new capillary blood vessels in the body” and its abnormal growth is at the root of many illnesses, such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, stroke and heart disease. Certain foods can help prevent this, such as berries, cocoa, cucumbers, red wine, turmeric, and garlic — which should be a part of your daily ingredients already.

During the summer months, barbecues are happening all the time. Everyone wants to be outside enjoying the weather with friends and family. Below are some tips I have for making nutritious choices at BBQs without missing out on the fun:

Get your summer sizzling by firing up the grill and playing “Top Chef” for friends and family. Del Frisco’s executive chef, Anthony Figueroa, has a few grilling tips to follow:

No one can argue that one of the best summer treats is a nice bowl of ice cream. While it’s okay to treat yourself once in a while, moderation is key. If you suffer from stomach issues, are lactose intolerant, or have IBS, ice cream can wreak havoc and bloat your system with milk, sugar, heavy cream and eggs.

Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and that means, it’s officially “guac” season. While it’s convenient to buy guacamole at your nearest grocery store, the pre-made versions typically have added ingredients like sugar that aren’t very healthy (one exception is Whole Foods guacamole).

Looking for a sweet treat but trying to get in shape for the summer? Avoid the desserts at grocery stores because healthier options are possible! As the weather gets warmer, try making these vegan Frozen Chocolate Banana Bites. They have potassium, protein, iron and antioxidants. Not to mention, they’re coated with dark chocolate.