Michael Symon is a man who likes to think beyond the traditional sesame seed burger bun.

Michael Symon is a man who likes to think beyond the traditional sesame seed burger bun.

Try Dawgs’ dogs on Scotts Valley Drive A ketchup-red building on Scotts Valley Drive is now home to Dawgs restaurant, which opened Aug.

September’s here. With the morning temperatures barely above freezing, I feel obligated to ask, “Where did the summer go?” No, really, where did the summer go? Don’t get me wrong, I love fall. I wo…

This fruit commonly used as vegetable is perhaps less loved in the U.S. than in India and the Mideast, where food writer Monica Bhide grew up. But after years of presenting different renditions to American friends and family, she’s found ways to woo the eggplant skeptics — including these spice-laden recipes and tips.

# rations There are 47 countries with troops currently stationed in Afghanistan, and that means 47 different pouch-sized meals “intended not just to nourish but also to remind the soldier of home. ” Here are a few of the most impressive: More »

CATERERS AT the National Ploughing Championships at Carendon, Athy, Co Kildare, expect to use up 6,000 litres of tomato ketchup on the 20 tonnes of burgers on the site from September 21st-23rd.

Healthy recipes for grilling at summers end.

Preparations for the National and European Ploughing Championships in two weeks’ time are underway in Athy, Co Kildare.

An ugly business machine but it’s robust and performs well

Comfort foods are popular these days, and there’s nothing more comforting that thoughts of a thick, fresh-from-the-oven slice of Mom’s meatloaf.

As I have mentioned in the past, while I am eating a lot more healthy these days, there are times when I crave — when I simply have to have — a juicy, tasty hamburger.

Simple is best when it comes to enjoying a fresh-picked garden tomato.

Recipe: Buffalo sliders are a slick way to enjoy a burger without the guilt.

VERNON – Wayne Cross, owner of Winner’s Circle Pizzeria in Vernon, believes the only way to finish first in the pizza business is to start with the basics.

This year may be remembered as the Year of the Green Tomato – at least in Northern California. Though more heirloom tomato varieties are showing up in markets, many backyard garden vines are still loaded with them, just waiting for a few more hot days. The… Heirloom tomato – California – Tomato – Fruit and Vegetable – Northern California