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Sunken restaurant being raised

cmetzger4 — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 09:14:29 EDT

The Fore & Aft, a restaurant stuck half in and half out of the Ohio River for more than two years, is coming out of the water in pieces.

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Japan Lifts Ban on California Meatpacker

MyWayOnNow — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:21:38 EDT

Japan lifted an export ban on a California meatpacker Wednesday imposed earlier this year after the company sent a shipment that appeared to violate restrictions aimed at controlling the spread of mad cow disease.

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The Perfect 4th of July Cocktail

janed917 — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 21:09:20 EDT

The 4th of July. No work, no worries, and a full day dedicated to barbequing and relaxing. I can think of no better way to celebrate independence from our current best ally than sitting on a back porch (or fire escape, whichever suits your needs) and drinking a nice cool glass of something alcoholic.

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Almost Vegetarian: How to barbeque for the almost vegetarian

barbaraannies — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:52:07 EDT

You're vegetarian; it's a berbecue; and it's July 4th! Too great!

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Humans Gobble One Quarter of Food Chain's Foundation

agunhter — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:42:15 EDT

In some areas of the world, up to 63 percent of all the energy produced by plantsÃ¢â;¬"energy that would normally fuel native ecosystemsÃ¢â;¬"has been pressed into service for humankind

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McDonald's Refuses To Serve Woman With No Hands

elfangel — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:50:26 EDT

Crazy.

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Perfect Wines For The Summer

chachawhawha — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:02:01 EDT

During the hot months, wine drinkers tend to crave wines high in acidity. These livlier wines tend to be more cleansing and refreshing. So, put away your Merlots and Cabernets for the Summer, and join us for a tour of some delightful summer substitutes.

Channel: Food Tags: cavas champagne Grenache Gruner Veltliner pinot grigio

The infernal debate: Wood, charcoal or gas?

lovelytxwoman — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 03:40:37 EDT

Charlie McMurrey makes his living off America's unending quest to infuse meat cooked on a gas grill with the distinct, woodsy flavors of slow-burning charcoal. On his Web site, McMurrey sells gas-grill parts and a variety of marinades, rubs, sauces and wood chips to simulate charcoal flavor.

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American wins hot-dog eating contest

agunhter — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 15:18:07 EDT

In a gut-busting showdown that combined drama, daring and indigestion, Joey Chestnut emerged Wednesday as the world's hot dog eating champion, knocking off six-time titlist Takeru Kobayashi in a rousing triumph.

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Who's top dog muncher?

Oleh — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:43:12 EDT

All eyes will be on Joey Chestnut's mouth this afternoon when the 24-year-old San Jose resident attempts to live out his personal dream of winning the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, N.Y. Chestnut is also aiming to break his own world record of eating 59.5 hot dogs and buns in 12 minutes, whi

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Corn in the USA

Varadinum — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:22:52 EDT

Corn emerged as perhaps the New World's greatest, most generous crop thanks to the mindful care and guiding hands of pre-Columbian Mesoamericans. Through human manipulation, the ear grew over time from about the size of the pinkie finger to the size of a forearm. Highly versatile, corn was life-sustaining. It could be eaten fresh or dried, ground a

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Italian Chocolate Cookies

Varadinum — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:23:44 EDT

"This recipe is from an Italian friend of mine and they are so good!"

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China Faces a New Worry: Heavy Metals in the Food

Neophile — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 16:44:27 EDT

Studies warn against contaminated produce grown in 'hot spot' soil in China.

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The Origins of Our Food

Neophile — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 01:56:04 EDT

With imports of agricultural products rising sharply and sporadic scares about their safety, Americans surely have a right to know what country their food has come from. Unfortunately, they have little chance of finding out, due to the intransigence of meat importers and grocery retailers.

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Alejandro & Martin Olive Oil

gastronomy101 — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 16:32:14 EDT

A taste test of four different styles of artisanal extra-virgin olive oil from Alejandro & Martin

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