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Entries Tagged as 'Food'

Fuming Flour

May 9th, 2008 · 1 Comment

By Davina Attar
As the general cost of living continues to escalate, many overlook the hefty price leap in flour. Flour costs tripled six months ago, reaching an all-time high. Due in part to the lowest worldwide wheat supply in 60 years, increased worldwide demand, high transportation costs and a weak dollar, astronomical flour prices are [...]

Tags: Food

Napa: A Wink to Europe

May 8th, 2008 · 386 Comments

By Fulvio Paolocci
California’s most famous wine region has become the first in the country to be protected from overseas competition through something called “geographic indication.” It’s a unique decision that is rooted in the story of Mike Grgich — Napa wine legend.

Tags: Food · Wine

Calorie Restriction: The Healthy Eating Disorder

April 17th, 2008 · 2 Comments

By Davina Attar
A new UC Berkeley study proves what lab tests have shown for years — starving yourself actually makes you live longer.

Tags: Food · Science