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Hearts of Palm Ceviche Ingredients  ½ cup fresh lemon juice ½ cup canned coconut cream ½ cup cilantro stems (zero-waste) ½ cup (loose) celery leafs 2 tbsp passion fruit pulp 2 cloves of garlic 1 tsp red pepper flakes ¼ tsp coarse sea salt + more to taste  ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper + more to taste 1 14-oz…

News4’s Wendy Rieger talks to Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema about the issues involved with doing the Fall Dining Guide in a pandemic.

It’s the official cocktail of the Triple Crown’s “middle jewel.”

Federal officials are warning of salmonella cases in at least 10 states linked to dried mushrooms from a Southern California company

Patio season starts to wind down this time of year, but for many restaurants, outdoor dining is their only hope of survival amid the pandemic. Expanded outdoor dining – be it a small parklet or full-blown “streatery” has been a godsend for the industry during the summer.  But as cooler weather arrives, restaurants must once again adjust as they prepare…

A new “streatery” outdoor dining space is opening and restaurants hope it will be a lifeline during the pandemic. “Downtown D.C. really needs the support,” President and CEO of the Downtown D.C. Business Improvement District Neil Albert said.

Chef Nick Liberato of Netflix’s “Restaurants on the Edge” knows all the reasons why restaurants go wrong. He and his partner Mike Dalewitz joined LX News to talk about season 2 of the show and how they are finding creative ways to help restaurants through the pandemic.

Chick-fil-A is trying to get folks to “eat mor chicken” by giving them more options. The chain announced certain Chick-fil-A restaurants will begin selling a honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich this fall. The dish is an original Chick-fil-A filet drizzled with honey, topped with Southern-style pimento cheese and served on a toasted bun with mild pickled jalapeños, according to a company release. “This is...

Pizza shops in the United States are now dealing with the unthinkable: not having enough pepperoni to meet the demand for America’s favorite pizza topping. Small pizza shops around the United States reported pepperoni prices are rising, while the supply of the popular topping is getting tighter. Pizza shop owners are paying as much as $2 more per pound compared…

Hunger linked to fear of the coronavirus and restrictions is leading to the deaths of 10,000 more children every month worldwide

The Tex-Mex restaurant Tortilla Coast on Capitol Hill, best known for its margaritas, will shut down this week despite efforts to survive the coronavirus pandemic and keep its workers employed.  The restaurant, which opened in 1988, is considered an institution in the area in part because of its proximity to the U.S. Capitol. “It was a fun spot that I…

Stacey Evers, founder of Grow a Row, is asking people with gardens to add a row to help provide families in need with fresh, healthy food. The program is giving out free seeds to anyone who wants them. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

Mary Blackford is one step closer to her goal to eliminate the grocery and retail shortages in D.C.’s Ward 7. Blackford is the recipient of the $100,000 Pine-Sol and Essence Build Your Legacy Contest award. She spoke with News4’s Tommy McFly about how the support she received from the people of D.C. helped her win the grant.

To mark Brain Health Awareness Month, Max Lugavere, the author of “The Genius Life,” joins LX News to talk about foods that will boost your brain health as you age.

New Jersey recipe developer and food stylist Erin Jeanne McDowell provides a detailed look inside her crowded kitchen for The New York Times. McDowell reveals the items inside the fridge of a foody, including pineapple caramel sauce to top off her ice cream.

As more people are choosing plant-based food over meat products, registered dietitian Brittany Link weighs in with recommendations for a plant-based diet, such as being cautious of your food intake and making sure you get enough nutrients.

The New York Times showcases recipe developer Yewande Komolafe as she explains how her cooking is a gateway to conversation and a reflection of her Nigerian culture.

The man accused of killing three people on a suburban Pennsylvania farm in 2017 has been found guilty of first- and second-degree murder for the shooting death of 19-year-old Dean Finocchiaro.

People around the world will hold bake sales to raise money for racial justice on June 20. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

Friday is National Doughnut Day, but Americans are not the only ones who like a nice piece of fried dough. Here is a look at similar treats around the world.