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Olympic Feats of Food

Robért Fresh Market’s cake came with Mardi Gras beads, and a Mardi Gras plastic cup, but much to our disappointment, the baby was nestled on the outside of the cake, so there was no suspense in consumption process. Still, we had no problem eating the entire cake. The dough was delicate and layered, and the icing not overwhelming. A delicious prospect even without the surprise.

The King of Cakes at Mardi Gras

King cake may have gained fame through American Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, but it got its start in Europe

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Foods to Celebrate the Year of the Tiger

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South San Francisco, California

An industrious community

"Not gussied up or cute, Lafayette is a sturdy town, persistent in its character," says Patricia Henley.

Sticking Around Lafayette, Indiana

She didn’t plan on staying, but more than 20 years later novelist Patricia Henley embraces her adopted community

Renting a bike is a great way to explore Aero Island. Along the way you will see many U-shaped farms, typical of Denmark.

Aero Island Bike Ride (or Car Tour)

Rent a bicycle and see all this charming island has to offer

Glamorous sailboats fill Copenhagen's canal.

Affording Copenhagen

Travelers on a budget can still enjoy the Danish capital

Beyond Cream and Sugar: Coffee With Cheese, Eggs and Reindeer Bones

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Turmeric as Health Food?

Christchurch is the home of the United States/New Zealand polar logistics center and is the jumping-off point for the flight to Antarctica.

Day 1: A Stopover in New Zealand

As the first Smithsonian secretary to set foot on Antarctica, Secretary Clough prepares for his trip from a research center in Christchurch

Fresh wasabi root

Can Wasabi Save Lives?

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Mint Hill, N.C.

A suburb in the city of Charlotte

Lancaster, Kentucky

Lancaster, Kentucky

Here, everyone knows everyone

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When Is It Okay to Complain in Restaurants?

If You Had to Pack Your Kitchen in a Suitcase…

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Sushi At Home

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A Decade in Food Trends

Organic becomes a household name, chefs become celebrities and exotic ingredients become ordinary

Christmas Dinner on the International Space Station

John Gussenhoven bought a Harley-Davidson, learned to ride it proficiently, and then marked his route with a bold “X” across a map of the 48 states.

Finding America’s Heart by Harley

Wealthy businessman John Gussenhoven pledged his fortunes to assist those who helped him on his journey across America

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Oak Hill, Florida

A must-see historic town

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