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As it turns out, one of April’s many gifts is that it is soft pretzel month. For the Philadelphia region, any month could be soft pretzel month, since we are the home of the soft pretzel. But there is every reason to call out the wonder of this delicious doughy ... MORE

Have you been trying to think of a new, seasonal spread that you can easily make at home? If that's the case, then we have the perfect recipe for you! Yield: 4 to 6 Ingredients: 1 cup frozen peas, thawed ½ cup basil leaves, plus more for garnish ½ cup mint leaves, plus ... MORE

Switching to a gluten-free diet is not always easy, but if you follow these steps, refraining from eating gluten will be much easier: Read food labels when you shop Use gluten-free substitutes Many foods are naturally gluten-free Eat naturally gluten-free grains and cereals Some alcohol contains gluten You can still ... MORE

You have likely heard of the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC, a popular springtime event which attracts thousands of visitors to admire the blooming cherry blossoms. Philadelphia has its own version of this festival, which is appropriately focused on a celebration of Japanese culture and food, as well ... MORE

Are you ready to make the best beer-battered shrimp you have ever had? Well, if not, you better get ready! Ingredients Spicy Ketchup: 1 tablespoon pure olive oil 1 sweet onion, grated 1 garlic clove, mashed to a paste with salt (see note, below) One 14.5 ounce no-salt-added canned tomatoes with juice, puréed 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 1 tablespoon ... MORE

It is hard to come by a college student who does not have a bottle of Sriracha in their fridge. It is the condiment that children and adults alike know and love. But, have you ever wondered what condiment used to be the main competitors? Ketchup in the 1800s Horseradish ... MORE