Local history: Elderly Akron widow witnessed enough changes to last a lifetime
Time used to tick more slowly than it does today. Life meandered at a reasonable gait, allowing people to keep pace without suffering palpitations.Somewhere at the dawn of the 20th century, though, the...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Dec. 30
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends New Year’s Day, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes...
View ArticleRobinson Memorial Hospital ready to make switch to nonprofit status New...
Portage County’s only hospital is close to selecting a bigger partner as it moves forward this week with its switch from county-owned to not-for-profit status.Robinson Memorial Hospital is in talks...
View ArticleGiant Eagle recalls peanut butter-filled Santas
Giant Eagle has recalled Candy Place Chocolate Santas because they do not list peanuts as an ingredient. The individual peanut butter-filled candies say “peanut butter” on the label, but don’t list...
View ArticleNew orthopedic center planned in Jackson Township
An Akron developer recently announced plans to build a 44,000-square-foot outpatient medical office and surgery center for Spectrum Orthopaedics Inc. in Jackson Township.Signet Development Ltd. will...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Dec. 31
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends New Year’s Day, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes...
View ArticleLung cancer scans urged for some smokers, not all
WASHINGTON: Certain current or former heavy smokers should start getting yearly scans for lung cancer to cut their risk of death from the nation’s top cancer killer, government advisers said Monday —...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Jan. 1
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends today, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes of your...
View ArticleQuick & Easy: Roasting yields buttery salmon
ROAST SALMON AND HERB SAUCE2 (6-oz.) wild salmon filletsOlive oil spraySalt and freshly ground pepper1 packed cup arugula¼ cup plain, fat-free Greek-style yogurt2 tsp. fresh lemon or lime juice1 tbsp....
View ArticleLisa Abraham: Farewell to food year 2013; welcome 2014
Will broccoli be the new kale, or will cauliflower stand in the way of its glory?Will we all go out to eat just to sit there in silence?Will Akron finally legalize food trucks?These are pressing food...
View ArticleCookbook: ‘Wintersweet’
If you’re looking for a book to cozy up to this season, Wintersweet: Seasonal Desserts to Warm the Home (Running Press, 2013; $30) is it. There’s one photo of sugared fresh cranberries that’s worth the...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: Can agave nectar substitute for honey?
Q.: Can I substitute agave nectar for honey in baking?— Linda Bunyan, AkronA.: Yes, they will substitute fine. Use 1 cup of agave for every 1 cup of honey called for in a recipe.Remember, agave is...
View ArticleDownton Abbey cookbooks
Looking for inspiration for hosting a Downton party? Check out these cookbooks:• Margaret Powell’s Cookery Book: 500 Upstairs Recipes from Everyone’s Favorite Downstairs Kitchen Maid and Cook by...
View ArticleDine like Lord and Lady Grantham at your own Downton Abbey
If only we all had Mrs. Patmore and Daisy in our kitchens to crack the eggs, bake the bread and serve us a perfectly prepared meal on a silver platter.Think how deliciously spoiled we would be, dining...
View ArticleNew in food: Tea with the ‘Downton’ crew
Are you inspired by today’s front-page story? You need not wait for Season 4 of Downton Abbey to appear on U.S. tellies Sunday to get a taste. Heat up the tea kettle and settle in with a cup of Downton...
View ArticleCooking Classes
Fishers Foods, North Canton, 440-729-1110, www.lpscinc.com.Try Some Thai, with Tim McCoy, 6 p.m. Jan. 14. $45.All You Need Is Chocolate, with Stefanie Paganini, 6 p.m. Jan. 20. $45.Michaels craft...
View ArticleFood notes: Break out the haggis, it’s Burns Dinner time
Kilts are encouraged for the Akron Canton Scottish Heritage Association’s annual Burns Night Dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Jan. 18, at Prime 93, 4315 Manchester Road, New Franklin.The evening, to honor...
View ArticleKitchen Scoop: Clean out fridge and make easy stuffed peppers
The beginning of the new year is a terrific time to clean out your refrigerator and make dinner. The past six weeks have most likely been about celebrating, so you’ve probably got food odds and ends...
View Article2013 was great year for Ohio growers
DAYTON, OHIO: A just-right amount of rainfall in 2013 pleased Ohio growers.The right amount of rain at the right times made for a big boost in corn production in Ohio and the rest of the nation last...
View ArticleUSDA allows more meat, grains in school lunches
WASHINGTON: The Agriculture Department says it’s making permanent rules that allow schools to serve larger portions of lean meat and whole grains in school lunches and other meals.Guidelines...
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