Food
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Why do frozen turkeys explode when deep-fried?
Deep-frying a turkey is a great way to get a delicious, moist meal for Thanksgiving. But this method of cooking…
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Missouri schools adapt as labor shortages upend meal supply chain
Shawndra Taylor had just 12 hours’ notice when the first truck canceled. It was to have contained food to help…
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Putting on pandemic pounds: State obesity rates hit all-time highs
WASHINGTON — The number of states with high obesity among residents has nearly doubled since 2018, according to new data Wednesday from…
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Climate change triggers rare crop diseases in Missouri
New crop diseases pervading Missouri have been linked to climate change, and they’re directly impacting crop production. Climate change has…
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Urban farms cultivate home-grown solutions to food insecurity, violence
Straw hat in hand, Tyrean “Heru” Lewis jumped out of his pickup truck along busy Shackelford Road in North St.…
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SNAP food benefits are on the way, with extra pandemic aid
JEFFERSON CITY – Missourians who get SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) food benefits are getting extra help during the pandemic,…
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During 2021 Lenten fast, some fish fries carry on with carry-out
DOGTOWN – The women in charge of the annual Lenten fish fries at St. James the Greater Catholic Church said…
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Some health insurers add food to coverage menu
When COVID-19 first swarmed the United States, one health insurer called some customers with a question: Do you have enough…
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Hispanics celebrate ‘Three Kings’ on Cherokee Street
As most of us put away our Christmas ornaments and lights, area Hispanics got together this past week to celebrate…
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No candy, cake for children under 2
Parents now have an extra reason to say no to candy, cake and ice cream for young children. The first…
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Rethinking the holidays: Traditions, change are on the table
Liz Devitt of St. Louis celebrated Christmas in September with her elderly parents in Massachusetts. If ever there were a…
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Son of Sweetie Pie’s owner pleads not guilty in nephew’s death
ST. LOUIS (AP) — An uncle pleaded not guilty Tuesday to federal charges alleging he was involved in a murder-for-hire…
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Sweetie Pie’s murder case expands; Nelly producer charged with fraud
(AP) — An investigation into 2016 killing of a man whose grandmother’s St. Louis-area soul food restaurant was the setting…
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Hill restaurants survive on slim diet of takeout, delivery
THE HILL – In the good old days, like two months ago, Favazza’s on the Hill served 600 people on…
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Donations will feed workers, homeless, restaurants’ bottom line
CENTRAL WEST END – A good meal is heartening, and that’s doubly true when it’s a gift that expresses appreciation…
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Old North Provisions offers healthy foods and a place to gather
OLD NORTH ST. LOUIS – It all started with a Facebook post for James Forbes, co-founder and chief executive officer…
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Garden grows bumper crop of fresh food, sense of community
JEFF-VANDER-LOU – Walking to the nearest grocery store and back with fresh produce would cost Rosie Willis, a senior citizen,…
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Local coffee start-up brews goodwill
For those looking for a charitable cause that’s easy on the palate, look no further than Goodbrew Roasting. Goodbrew is…
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Friday night fryers
On the South Side, the end of the week means fish fries 4:15 p.m. Friday. John Marshall is standing in…
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Cajun Cook-Off warms Soulard
SOULARD—What’s the best part of a pre-Mardi Gras Festival? “The food, absolutely,” says Jeff Gillmeister of St. Charles, who has…
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A Spark for Food Justice
When it comes to brainstorming sessions, almost nothing can get your wheels turning better than food. It’s the ingredient that…
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Jerk Soul brings island spice to Hyde Park
HYDE PARK — Newcomers to the Hyde Park community, Jerk Soul restaurant owners Telie Woods and Zahra Spencer add some…
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