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Food Trade Review - A new range of superfoods.(New Products)

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT
September 1, 2007 -- A range of healthy superfoods have been launched by Northern Ireland-based Linwoods Foods, traditionally suppliers of bakery and dairy products and...

Goji Berries - The new superfood!

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 13:30:08 EST

Goji berries (pronounced 'go-gee'), sometimes also known as wolfberries, are considered to be one of the most nutrient-rich plant foods on Earth. The goji berry is a vibrant deep-red, dried...

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Goji Berries - The new superfood!

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 13:30:08 EST

Goji berries (pronounced 'go-gee'), sometimes also known as wolfberries, are considered to be one of the most nutrient-rich plant foods on Earth. The goji berry is a vibrant deep-red, dried...

Aronia berry, 'the healthiest fruit in the world,' hits the High Street

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 03:33:02 EDT
The aronia berry – which is similar in appearance to a cranberry – is also said to help ward off heart disease. ... The move to grow the plant in the UK will satisfy environmentalists, because it will be more ecologically sound to transport the berries to M&S shops than if they were imported....

Berries pose risk to Britain's potato and tomato crops

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:26:40 EDT
Demand in Britain has soared in the past year after the berry became the latest “s ... The Plant Health and Seeds Inspectorate warned there is a “substantial trade” in prohibited goji plants in the UK....

goji berry plant ukTaste Your Way Through NYC at Tapas Top Ten

As film actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Chef Mario Batali are touring Spain seeking the best Spanish tapas and seafood dishes as part of a new reality television show, here in New York we don't even have to leave the city to experience this significant segment of the culinary culture of Spain.

"Tapas," "small bites," "pintxo," "cichetti," and now "stuzzichini": no matter how you say it, New York is definitely in the throes of a love affair with small dishes, usually accompanied by a wine from the appropriate region. Although the cost of these small plates can add up quickly, especially while sitting at a bar with a best buddy, most tapas menus sport combination plates, which often represent a great value. Share a couple of these and a bottle (or carafe, quartino, mezzo, flight) and it's a great way to spend an evening.

Here are my suggestions for ten Tapas Bars and Restaurants Deals in New York City:

1. Sangria 46

This Spanish newcomer is receiving raves from theatergoers and neighborhood diners alike for its authentic Spanish cuisine as well as its lovely backyard garden. Choose from the extensive Tapas menu, or order from the Pre-theater menu, which features several choices, including Vegetable Paella, Mussels Diablo, and Churasco (skirt steak). Three courses for $26.95 are served all day and evening.

2. Costa del Sol

Taking its flavors from Northwest Spain's Galicia region, the menu at Costa del Sol is filled with true Spanish dishes. Fans may not be able to agree on their favorites, which include Paella Valenciana with Lobster, Bacalau (codfish) with Green Sauce and Asparagus Puree, and the Madrid NY Sirloin and Lobster Tail combination.

But, most agree that being just on the fringe of the Theater District has saved this restaurant from the cliched themes of many of the more central theater spots. The Tapas menu is also authentic and varied, and you can enjoy a great DiningFever deal of 15% off the entire check.

3. Sol y Sombra

Fast becoming a neighborhood favorite, this Upper West Side newcomer offers a large selection of tapas, both hot and cold, and authentic Spanish entrees as well.

It's easy to design a great meal of small plates to share, and many say the Pulpo a la Gallego (Galician-style Octopus), the Queso Manchego accompanied by raisin bread and sliced apples and the Codorniz En Escabeche (marinated quail presented with mixed salad and roasted figs) keep them coming back for more. Enjoy this exclusive offer from DiningFever - 15% off entire check.

4. Azafran

Both international guests and neighborhood fans alike have hailed Azafran and its ever-changing menu as one of New York's top Spanish restaurants. Drawing inspiration from the many diverse culinary regions of Spain, Azafran's specialties feature a unique brand of authentic Tapas as well as upscale Spanish cuisine. Enjoy Azafran's cool ambiance and outstanding food and save up to 25% with DiningFever's exclusive special offer.

5. Bar Stuzzichini

As the newest hot spot in the Flatiron District, Bar Stuzzichini has been packing them in all summer, and its long marble-topped bar is the perfect place to try the bite-sized appetizers for which the restaurant was named.

At this Italian casual dining restaurant, stuzzichini are divided into five categories on the menu: Friti, Verdure, Formaggi, Pesce and Salumi; individually, they are priced at approximately $5.00 - $10.00, but order plates of five choices for $22.00. Two of these and a dessert with a bottle or quartino from the all-Italian wine list and you've got a delicious meal for two.

6. Matador Bistro Latino

Contemporary Spanish and Latin cuisines mix with Asian and Middle Eastern influences to create Matador's eclectic Tapas menu. Located on Greenwich Avenue in the West Village, Matador Bistro Latino is offering individual dishes ranging in price from $3.00 to $9.00, but for real lovers of Latin food, we recommend the Plato de Charcuteria y Queso, a mixed platter of meats, cheeses and olives, for only $14.00. Stay for dinner and take 20% off your food bill and enjoy a complimentary glass of Sangria with an exclusive offer from DiningFever.com.

7. Alta

The all-Tapas menu is extensive and features creative and unusual dishes. Bring some friends to Greenwich Village, snag a table or a couple of bar seats and share a bunch of the small plates, which range in price from $3.00 for Marcona Almonds to $14.00 for Sauteed Fois Gras. A moderately priced bottle of wine from Italy, Spain or France and a couple of desserts (don't miss the plate of five Spanish cheeses for $12.00) complete this relatively inexpensive (and sabrosa!) meal.

8. Antique Garage

At this romantic Soho spot (Mercer St. bet. Grand & Broome St.), the culinary influences are described as French, Italian, Turkish and "modernized Ottoman cuisine." The owners invite you to "fill your table with several small plates from the Meze section," which features two combination platters: a selection of meats and cheeses and a sampling of meze including humus, tzatziki, eggplant salad, circassian chicken and borek, $24.00 per platter. Sunday through Tuesday evenings, take 15% off with a DiningFever exclusive.

9. I Trulli Enoteca

Adjacent to I Trulli Ristorante is its tiny offshoot, I Trulli Enoteca. The small Enoteca menu features a well-chosen assortment of meats, cheeses, and olives from Italy's Apulian region. Choose three ($18.00) or five ($24.00) and be sure to pair it with one of several flights of three wines, ranging from $11.00 to $18.00.

10. La Bodeguita

Someday we'll be allowed to visit Cuba; until then, luckily, there's La Bodeguita! At this Cuban Tapas Lounge in the Gramercy Park area, you can certainly create a delicious feast from the extensive assortment of Tapas, but try to save room for one of La Bodeguita's authentic Cuban entrees, complimented, of course, by a pitcher of Sangria or a selection from the mostly Spanish wine list.

Although Tapas originated in Spain, where "there are as many variations of Tapas as there are cooks," according to an article in globalgourmet.com, today it seems that every country's cuisine is well-represented. Italian, Indian, Turkish, and of course Spanish and Latin restaurants have all added a selection of small plates to their menus, taking what began as "bar food" to a whole new level. Now, more and more, restaurant patrons are creating their own meals from a combination of these dishes, and restaurant owners are taking note and making their selections more extensive and appealing.

Amy Arthur is the content editor of the website, blog and newsletter of DiningFever the ultimate FREE source for the best and most attractive restaurant deals in New York City



Storecupboard Tips

- Store food in a dry place that is not prone to visiting vermin.

- Wide deep shelves are good because you can see everything - you can buy under-shelf baskets that fit onto cupboard shelves that are ideal for storing tins. Stepped shelves are also very useful space expanders.

- Stack tins together and on top of each other so they take up less room.

- Group fish in one place, tinned meat or chicken and pies in another, spices in another.

- Keep baking goods together, so you can check by eye whether you are missing anything.

- Keep dried beans covered in sealed plastic bags - if you buy more than you need, store some in a cannister in the kitchen where you can reach them. Bag and seal the rest and put them in your store cupboard.

- Seal opened bags firmly with clips or plastic pegs. If they are plastic, use a sealing machine. You can pick them up sometimes quite cheaply at Aldi - they were selling sealing machines recently for 15 euro. Usually they cost between 40-50 euro.

- If your cupboard is dark, get a few cheap plastic touch-sensitive lights - they are in all the hardware stores. Stick them onto the ceiling or onto the side of the wall, or even under deep shelf. All you have to do is press them to turn them on.

- Every few months, check your store-cupboard for out-of-date items and take no prisoners! Make a re-stock list and fill it up again. Don't repurchase items that you didn't use previously, unless you have a plan to use them immediately.

Anne Kennedy runs http://www.Greatfood2buy.com , Ireland's finest food gift shop and its sister Irish site, http://www.Greatfood.ie, Ireland's favourite recipe and food website.



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goji berries newsThe Health Benefits of Goji Berries

Goji berries are shriveled red berries that look like red raisins that grow on an evergreen shrub found in temperate and subtropical regions in China, Mongolia and in the Himalayas in Tibet. They are usually found dried, have a slight tangy taste, and belong to the nightshade (Solonaceae) family. Some other Names for Gojji berries include Lycium barbarum, wolfberry, gou qi zi, and Fructus lycii.

Goji Berries have more vitamin C pound for pound than oranges. Scientifically controlled studies using vitamin C for colds show that it can reduce the severity of cold symptoms, acting as a natural antihistamine. The vitamin may be useful for allergy control for the same reason: It may reduce histamine levels. By giving the immune system one of the important nutrients it needs, extra vitamin C can often shorten the duration of the cold. Being an important factor in collagen production, vitamin C is useful in wound healing of all types. From cuts and broken bones to burns and recovery from surgical wounds, vitamin C taken orally helps wounds to heal faster and better. I love using the dried goji berries in a salad for zap flavour and healthier salad.

Goji berries have been used for 6,000 years by herbalists in China, Tibet and India to:

- protect the liver
- help eyesight
- improve sexual function and fertility
- strengthen the legs
- boost immune function
- improve circulation
- promote longevity

Goji berries are also rich in antioxidants, particularly carotenoids such as beta-carotene and zeaxanthin. One of zeaxanthin's key roles is to protect the retina of the eye by absorbing blue light and acting as an antioxidant. In fact, increased intake of foods containing zeathanthin may decrease the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in people over the age of 65.

In recent years, goji juice has become popular as a health beverage. Companies marketing goji juice often mention the unsupported claim that a man named Li Qing Yuen consumed goji berries daily and lived to be 252 years old. Marketers also list extensive health benefits of goji juice, even though there are few published clinical trials in humans.

In traditional Chinese medicine, goji berries are eaten raw, brewed into a tea, added to Chinese soups, or made into liquid extracts. Goji berries have appeared in snack foods in North America. For example, the health food store Trader Joe's sells a goji berry trail mix. Whole goji berries are available at Chinese herbal shops. Goji juice can be found in some health food stores, online stores, and through network marketers.

Mary-Anne is a featured member and regular contributor at ifood.tv, a global food network, featuring recipes from all over the world. Other popular healthy recipes videos on ifood.tv include splenda recipes and smoothie recipes.



Food Trade Review - How stainless steel helps fruit blending.(NEWS AND INSTALLATIONS)

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 07:00:00 GMT
September 1, 2007 -- ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] David Berryman of Dunstable is the UK's largest independent blender of fruit juices and fruit juice bases, supplying to...

11 great foods you probably don't eat - Santa Rosa Press Democrat

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:33:00 GMT
Nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden has created several lists of healthful foods people should be eating but aren't. But some of his favorites, such as purslane, guava and goji ...

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goji berries vitamin cJuicing Wheat Grass and Barley Grass

The most challenging part of juicing wheat grass and barley grass isn't juicing the grass; it's drinking the juice. Wheat grass and barley grass are an energizing tonic for cleansing and detoxifying. Not rich in taste but wheat grass is abundant in chlorophyll, protein, enzymes, vitamins and minerals.

Growing your own wheat grass and juicing it is easy. It is also paramount to ensuring that you receive the highest quality crop, which is able to produce the most nutritious juice. Wheat grass reaches its nutritional peak when it reaches around 7 to 8 inches so is best cut at this height. A 17"x17" flat of wheat grass will produce 12 to 18 ounces of juice. A handful of wheat grass will yield approximately 1oz of fresh juice.

Wheat grass is very leafy and requires a different type of juicer to most fruit and vegetables. The best juicer to use is a masticating juicer that is specifically designed to crush and juice wheat grass. High speed oxidizes wheat grass and the grass fibers bind so electric juicers should be low rpm.

There are several types of juicers suitable for juicing wheat grass. These include: Dedicated Electric Wheat grass Juicers; Multi-Purpose Wheat grass Juicers; and Twin Gear Juice Extractors which will juice wheat grass as well as other produce. Centrifugal Juicers are not capable of juicing wheat grass.

A Manual Wheat Grass Juicer (Single Auger) is another option. You will need a bowl for the expelled pulp and shot glasses are ideal to hold the juice. Feed the grass into the hopper and crank the handle. The green liquid wheat grass will come out and the pulp will come out separately. You can put the wheat grass pulp through the juicer again. This will produce light green foam for your wheat grass juice.

Drink wheat grass immediately for maximum health benefits. Within 30 minutes of harvesting and juicing, wheat grass starts to lose nutrients and within 12 hours begins to break down and decay. Start by drinking 1oz juice first thing in the morning and do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after. This amount of wheat grass juice is the equivalent in nutrient content to 2.5 lbs of green vegetables. Wheat grass juice is an acquired taste, grassy in flavor with a sweet finish.

As long as you use a juicer, specifically engineered for juicing wheat grass, you will receive the maximum beneficial effects. Growing and juicing wheat grass is a wonderful way to receive a concentrated source of antioxidants. You only need to drink 1-2 ounces of wheat grass per day to receive optimum nutritional benefits

For more juicing tips and reviews on Breville juicers, Omega juicers,Citrus juicers and more try visiting juicertips.com where you can quickly and easily find tips, advice and resources on the benefits of juicing



How To Become A Healthy Eater

Healthy eating is all about balanced and moderate eating, consisting of healthy meals at least three times per day. Healthy eaters eat many different types of foods, not limiting themselves to one specific food type or food group.

Being a healthy eater requires you to become both educated and smart about what healthy eating actually is. Being food smart isn't about learning to calculate grams or fat, or is it about studying labels and counting calories.

Eating healthy requires quite a bit of leeway. You might eat too much or not enough, consume foods that are sometimes more or less nutritious.However, you should always fuel your body and your brain regularly with enough food to keep both your mind and body strong and alert.

A healthy eater is a good problem solver. Healthy eaters have learned to take care of themselves and their eating with sound judgment and making wise decisions. Healthy eaters are always aware of what they eat, and know the effect that it will have on their bodies.

When someone is unable to take control of their eating, they are also likely to get out of control with other aspects of life as well. They could end up spending too much, talking too much, even going to bed later and later.

You should always remember that restricting food bin any way is always a bad thing. Healthy eating is a way of life, something that you can do to enhance your body or your lifestyle. If you've thought about making your life better, healthy eating is just the place to start. You'll make life easier for yourself, those around you, and even your family.

Eating healthy is something we all would like to do, although it can be hard. In order to eat healthy, you must first make the right food choices. Eating healthy is all about what you eat, which makes the choices very crucial to your results.

Healthy Food Choices

Vegetables

These should be varied, as you should eat 2 1/2 cups of them each day. You should start eating more of the dark vegetables, such as broccoli and spinach. Carrots and sweet potatoes are good as well. You should also eat more dry beans such as peas, pinto beans, and even kidney beans.

Grains

You should consume 6 ounces of grains per day. To do this,you can eat 3 ounces of whole grain cereals, breads, rice,crackers, or pasta. You can get an ounce of grains in a single slice of bread, or 1 cut of cereal.

Fruits

Fruits are very important. You should try to eat 2 cups of them each day. Focus on eating a variety, such as fresh, frozen, canned, or even dried fruit. You can drink fruit juices as well, although you should use moderation when doing so.

Milk

Milk is your calcium rich friend. For adults, 3 cups is the ideal goal. For kids 2 - 8, 2 cups is where you want to be. When choosing milk products or yogurt, you should go for fat-free or low-fat. Those of you who don't like milk or can't have it, should go for lactose free products or other sources of calcium such as fortified foods and beverages.

Beans And Meat

Eating 5 ounces a day is the ideal goal, as you should go lean with your protein. When eating meat, always bake it,grill it, or broil it, as this will prevent grease from adding to the equation. You should vary your protein as well, with more fish, beans, peas, and nuts.

When cooking your food, you should also limit solid fats such as butter, margarine, shortening, and lard. These foods may add flavor to your dishes, although they can also help raise your cholesterol as well. Therefore, you should try to add these foods and any foods that happen to contain them.

To help keep your saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium low, you can check the nutrition facts label. This label can be found on the food package and will tell you all the information you need to know about the food item.

By picking your foods wisely and watching what you eat,you'll help control your lifestyle. Exercise is great as well, as it goes along perfect with a healthy eating lifestyle. No matter what your age may be, eating healthy will help you keep your active lifestyle for years and years - even help you and your health in the long run as well.

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The benefits of Healthy Living are real, and so is the path you take to get there.

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dried goji berryBusiness Wire - New from Himalania: Wasabi Covered Goji Berries

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:00:00 GMT
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Prevent Cancer by Eating Berries

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It has been well established that a diet high in fruits and vegetables is helpful in preventing many diseases including cancer.

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