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Stories from Lisa Bramen

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Olympic Feats of Food

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The Evolution of the Sweet Tooth

There’s a reason sweethearts don’t give each other boxes of radicchio for Valentine’s Day. Humans have a soft spot for things that taste sweet

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Five Ways to Cook With Beer — Super Bowl Style

Beer is surprisingly versatile — use it in any (or all!) of these dishes to spice up your football-watching party

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The Kokumi Sensation

Like Water for Chocolate

Delicious Moments on Film

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Five Ways to Eat Jicama

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Bring on the Salty Sweets

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The Foods That Passed Through Ellis Island

A look at recipes from immigrants who passed through the historic New York entry point

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The Decade in Food News

The first decade of the millennium may have been a good one for cuisine, but it was a mixed bag in terms of food-related news

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The Science Behind the Marijuana Munchies

The researched link between marijuana and an increased appetite

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Gingerbread Mansions

The tradition of giving chocolate coins at Hanukkah is much more recent.

Hanukkah Gelt, and Guilt

The author reflects on traditions new and old

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