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13 Awesome Ways to Carve Your Watermelon

Emerald Catron — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:59:01 +0000

Oh, were you just planning on slicing your watermelon into wedges this Memorial Day weekend? We regret to inform you that plain old wedges are now kind of lame.

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10 BBQ Fails to Avoid on Memorial Day

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:14:52 +0000

Got any Memorial Day plans? Maybe you’re heading to a parade and dressing up in those American flag shorts (guilty). Or perhaps heading to the public pool to kick off swimming season is more your style. Whatever you do, there’s one Memorial Day staple that all Americans must experience on Monday— the BBQ.

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Brian's Blog: Family Favorites Part of Thanksgiving Table Traditions

Brian Teegarden — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:18:17 +0000

Beyond the usual turkey, dressing and sweet potatoes, there are certain dishes that have to be on a family's Thanksgiving table, or it's just not Thanksgiving.

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10 Food Myths You Probably Believe

Ruth Waxman — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:53:22 +0000

All too often we get carried away believing (or worse, repeating) everything we are told and don't spend enough time questioning what's actually been said. We've picked 10 very common health mantras you hear everyday and weeded out the worst of the lies, because we want you to eat all the avocados. All of them.

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Yakima Salvation Army Needing Your Help for The Holidays

Lance Tormey — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:51:10 +0000

The holidays are right around the corner. For parents who are short on funds it's a challenging time. Lisa Sargeant with the Yakima Salvation Army says they can help. She says they will be giving toys and food to needy families this holiday season. The

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YVCC to Offer Food and Wine Pairing 101

Brian Teegarden — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 18:00:36 +0000

Join YVCC’s Vineyard & Winery Technology Program for a fall wine education offering.

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Fair Attendance Goes Over 304,000 Mark Finishes Another Great Run

Lance Tormey — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 13:31:05 +0000

With warm weather and, for the most part, sunny skies shining down on them for ten days, officials of the Central Washing State Fair are “extremely happy” with the outcome of the annual fall event

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Brian's Blog: When It Comes to Fair Food, What's First?

Brian Teegarden — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:48:44 +0000

The Central Washington State Fair begins it's 2012 run on Friday. What fair food are you having first?

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Coca-Cola Announces Flavor Drops as New Beverage

Mike Adams — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 18:18:13 +0000

Coca-Cola plans to take a squirt on its competition, as the company recently announced a new product that will require only a few drops to get a thirsty population on the fast track to flavor town

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Julia Child is Celebrated With a Remix

Lance Tormey — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 18:55:16 +0000

Hi! It's Jacksonian from the Smithsonian. Yesterday was the 100th birthday of the one and only Julia Child. Yes, the lady that brought fine cooking to TV. For years Julia has influenced many people to cook and we watched her make many a dish. S

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Getting Ready for the Highland Community Days on Aug. 24-26

Lance Tormey — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:50:53 +0000

Highland Community Days kicks off on Friday, Aug. 24 and runs through Aug. 26.

It all begins at 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 24. There are over 35 vendors to provide you food, entertainment or products

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Movie Popcorn Butter Linked to Alzheimer's

Sean O'Connell — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:17:01 +0000

What is your snack of choice at the movie theater? Please don’t say popcorn. It is? It’s popcorn? Ok, well, you certainly don’t ask the concession stand employees to douse your corn with gallons of artificial butter spray, right? Oh, you do? Well, you might want to read on. We apologize in advance.

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Brian's Blog: Throw A BBQ Without Breaking The Bank

Brian Teegarden — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:54:35 +0000

There's still plenty of great weather left this summer for a backyard barbecue with friends and family. You can do it without destroying your grocery budget.

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Who Has the Best Sandwich in Yakima? [VIDEO]

Brian Teegarden — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:07:30 +0000

The Travel Channel's "Man Versus Food" host is back with a new show searching for the best sandwich in America. What would qualify as Yakima's best?

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Have a Donut (or a Dozen) for National Donut Day

Danny Gallagher — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 18:37:47 +0000

If you put down that morning Cruller or Long John because you’re trying to watch your figure or keep your blood sugar from skyrocketing, go ahead and have one. Just tell yourself it’s National Donut Day.

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Brian's Blog/ What Goes On a Yakima Dog?

Brian Teegarden — Wed, 30 May 2012 23:50:39 +0000

Many cities around the U.S. have a signature hot dog. What would Yakima's be?

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Is When You Eat More Important Than What You Eat?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:21:32 +0000

Attention, dieters: stop counting calories and start watching the clock.

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'Star Wars' Pancakes for Mother's Day Breakfast (In Case Your Mom is a Geek)

Melissa Molina — Sat, 12 May 2012 12:00:35 +0000

It’s the morning of Mother’s Day and you’re not entirely sure what you should make. You look through your pantry and the refrigerator, trying to find the right breakfast food and your eyes land on the pancake mix, perfect!

If you were looking to give your mom a great gift for Mother’s Day, why shouldn’t it be these awesome ‘Star Wars’ pancakes? Perfect for any geeky son, daughter or even mom.

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National Eat What You Want Day! What Do You Want?

Brian Teegarden — Fri, 11 May 2012 21:48:57 +0000

Today is another food holiday. Yesterday was National Shrimp Day. Tomorrow is National Nutty Fudge Day. I’m not making this stuff up. But today, its all about you. Eat what you want!

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A Carnival Marks The Start of Cinco De Mayo

Lance Tormey — Fri, 04 May 2012 14:45:08 +0000

A Cinco de Mayo celebration will be held in Yakima and Sunnyside this weekend. The party attracts thousands of people every year. The festival will feature live music, food, and craft booths. In Sunnyside, the celebration starts May 4, and continues through May 6, featuring a carnival

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