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Iron Man eats his vegetables: No, seriously

CHICAGO -- Is it just me or is Tony Stark on a health kick? In the third "Iron Man" -- a series that spent its first two installments glorifying the reckless … Read More

In honor of Earth Day, how about whipping up something green in the kitchen, like this Mexican style calabacitas dish? (Photo/BettyCortina)

3 “green” recipes for Earth Day!

If you’re looking for ways go green on Earth Day, here are three delicious ideas: Make one—or all!—of the following and you’ll not only be savoring … Read More

Dominican red bean stew - sancocho de habichuelas.

How to make: Dominican red bean stew

Dominican red bean stew, better known as Sancocho de habichuelas or Sopión, is a robust, hearty dish and a true favorite of mine. This rich and spicy stew is a … Read More

Adi will not anything else but Ketchup.

Urban baby blog: The Ketchup diet for picky eaters

My child stopped eating food. Completely. She'll drink her juice and her milk, but she won't eat actual food anymore. This morning, for breakfast, Adi had a … Read More

Chef Dionicio Jimenez is committed to preserving traditional Mexican cuisine.

Chef Spotlight: Dionicio Jimenez reveals the secret to making perfect tacos

Vitals: Dionicio Jiminez grew up on a farm in Puebla, Mexico in a tight-knit family of great cooks who inspired him to pursue a culinary career that years … Read More

One of the best ways to lower your sodium intake? Use less processed foods and reach for more homemade ingredients, like this easy tomato sauce. (Photo/Betty Cortina)

3 recipes to help you say adios to sodium

All week long we’re focusing on our five food resolutions of 2013, with lots of delicious recipes and tips on how to eat better this year. From posting yummy … Read More

Make good on your New Year’s resolution to eat healthier in 2013

5 food resolutions to keep in 2013

It’s time to make New Year’s resolutions and everyone is planning to eat healthier, whether it’s in order to lose a few inches or revamp their lifestyle … Read More

Fruit and Vegetable Prescriptions

Doctors prescribe fruits and vegetables – literally – to encourage healthy eating

Eighteen year-old Janet Lopez, a mother of two, says her eating habits are pretty typical for a lot of people in her Columbia Heights neighborhood. She says … Read More