Departures Magazine, 05/27/12

The beauty of tasting menus is how much they vary from restaurant to restaurant and chef to chef.

Ellen Kanner, 05/27/12

syndicated columnist, the Edgy Veggie

"Being vegan is a glorious adventure. It touches every aspect of my life -- my relationships, how I relate to the world," says Victoria Moran. Holistic health counselor, longtime vegan and all-around glowing kind of person, Moran is author of books including Creating a Charmed Life and the new Main Street Vegan, a plant-based omnibus where spirit meets stomach and magic meets Main Street.

Amie Valpone, 05/25/12

Culinary Nutrition Expert; Editor-in-Chief, The Healthy Apple

The benefits of eating clean, wholesome gluten-free food will have you feeling good and good about yourself. Here are some quick and easy snacks to hold you over and keep you and your gluten-free belly happy.

Tim Giago, 05/25/12

Founder, Native American Journalists Association

Oftentimes an idea is born out of necessity; and that is the way a weekly column called, "The Grouchy Gourmet" was born.

Andrew Blackmore-Dobbyn and Vikas Khanna, 05/25/12

Ruth Messinger, 05/25/12

President, American Jewish World Service

This year during Shavuot, the Jewish holiday which marks the end of the harvest, I am reminded of my commitment to alleviate hunger.

David Rosengarten, 05/25/12

Journalist, TV personality and cookbook author

If you're thinking of going to Greece this summer, stop thinking and start going. If you go to just one place, go to Santorini: surely an A-list candidate for Earth's most beautiful spot, and a newly-minted gastronomic hub.

Nil Zacharias, 05/25/12

Co-founder, One Green Planet

The veggie burger has often been dismissed as laughable imitation of the classic hamburger, with a foundational ingredient missing. While this may have been true in the past, things have started to change for the meatless version of this American classic.

Organic Authority.com, 05/25/12

web's leading resource for all things organic

Hummus has been a staple throughout Mediterranean cultures for millennia. Light, creamy and full of flavor, this raw hummus recipe omits the chickpeas and focuses instead on the nutty and super rich flavor of the sesame seed tahini.

Natalie Thomas, 05/24/12

Writer, Editor, Producer

"I'm a better baker than cook." That was my go-to party line while dating when asked about my kitchen prowess. I imagined myself a Martha: all cakes and confections. Talk about delusions of grandeur!

Joel John Roberts, 05/24/12

CEO of PATH; Publisher of www.PovertyInsights.org

How can people struggling with an impoverished life on the streets, not even knowing when or where their next meal will be, also battle with obesity? How can hungry homeless people be fat?

Rose Reisman, 05/24/12

Health and Wellness Expert, Caterer, Restaurateur, and Author

"Unadulterated" popcorn has to be one of the healthiest snacks we could consume. Sound pretty good? But few of us consume popcorn in that way. The trend is to devour a large bag at the movie theatre with butter and additional seasonings. Now watch the calories, fat and sodium go through the roof! Are you sitting down?

Jamie Schler, 05/24/12

Food blogger; Author, Life’s a Feast

A great cookbook is like a good friend: it is ever-present, reliable and trustworthy, offering unequivocal pleasures, comfort when comfort is needed, joy in the everyday.

Fabio Parasecoli, 05/24/12

Associate professor and coordinator of food studies, New School - NYC

This year, thanks to a mild spring, corn farmers are hoping for a bumper crop. The impact of this will be felt around the world. Here's what you need to know.

Cheryl Carlesimo, 05/24/12

Food and Film and People

Baseball season is back, and what better reason to have friends over than to enjoy a game together as we all snack on delicious appetizers and have a glass of wine or favorite cocktail?

Courtney Cachet, 05/24/12

Designer, TV Personality, Style Expert, Writer, Ninja

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer season, it's also grilling season, bikini season and my all-time favorite -- no-cook summer recipes! These way-beyond-easy tips will help you spend more time having fun and less time cooking.

Ellen Sterling, 05/24/12

Award-winning journalist and editor

The sixth Vegas Uncork'd by Bon Appétit festival of food and wine in Las Vegas was a huge success, bringing the city's -- and the world's -- top chefs together with food lovers from several countries to taste fabulous food in a city that is becoming the brightest dining spot in the nation.