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The biggest food trends of the past 40 years

August 25, 2018 · Darcie

We spend a fair amount of time researching and reporting on food trends here at EYB. No matter how frivolous, they are reflected through the subject matter of new cookbooks. However popular they may be at the time, the…

Book News

Always Delicious - Our latest EYBD title

August 23, 2018 · Jenny

We are very excited to announce our latest addition to our EYBDigital library of titles and our first New Zealand title! Always Delicious: Favourite Recipes from the New Zealand Listener by Lauraine Jacobs is a…

Food Biz People

Madeleine Kamman's lasting influence

August 23, 2018 · Darcie

A few weeks ago we reported the news of Madeleine Kamman's passing, and how her teaching techniques had a profound influence on her students. One didn't have to take a cooking class from her to be influenced by Kamman,…

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State fair season is here

August 22, 2018 · Darcie

The cicadas are buzzing, signaling the wind-down of summer in the US. Another sign that summer is drawing to a close is the opening of state fair season. Across the country, each state celebrates with a combination of…

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What's the best way to store basil?

August 20, 2018 · Darcie

Basil is one of those herbs that shines best when fresh - the dried version offers only a pale ghost of the plant's vibrant flavors. Growing your own is the best way to capture those essences, but not everyone can do…