Tag Archives: fresh market cuisine

Old-World vs New-World: Syrah Showdown

Pairing wine and food is a rewarding way to discover personal palate preferences. With a focus on palate in mind, we decided to have a little fun with our continual old-world / new-world war by turning a celebratory duck dinner … Continue reading

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Slow Cooked Black Bean Soup

Winter-time just begs for soups; rich, filling, healthful soups. Throw this recipe for black bean soup together and forget about it for hours. The results will make you the household hero of the day. Makes 10 portions. Takes about 7 … Continue reading

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Brussel Sprouts, Delicata Squash, and Sausage

As much as I’m sad that summer is now a memory, I am always motivated by the autumn bounty. Although I didn’t get my fill of tomatoes this year, turning towards brussel sprouts is certainly not considered a consolation prize. … Continue reading

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Healthy Summer Meal- in 15 Minutes

Mash Mish Meals Taking Advantage of Tomatoes and Corn When people learn about my past life as a restauranteur, they usually ask ‘what kind of food did you serve’. I’d coined the term Fresh Market Cuisine℠ as Goldie’s style cooking; … Continue reading

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Ramp It Up!

Tis The Season! This is my favorite time of the year: Ramp season. But celebrate promptly. These savory wild leeks that are found up and down the east coast from Quebec to Georgia and as far west as Missouri and … Continue reading

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Flexitarian Philosophy

The key to a successful life is flexibility. This is not where the term ‘Flexitarian’ comes from, but this current ‘diet’ practice does fall into that philosophy. The actual tie-in between long life and flexibility was revealed when octogenarians were … Continue reading

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A Dozen 2 Minute Healthful, Yummy Snacks

Sensible Snacking A  commitment to a healthful lifestyle is a giant first step to a lifestyle disease-free future. But don’t stop there; good intentions alone don’t guarantee victory. The ultimate goal, which is a massive leap, is to plan your … Continue reading

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Gluttony Minus Guilt

Winter has officially arrived in the northeast. Although the lack of snow is certainly appreciated, the wind and temperature combine to make me HUNGRY. I always have a heartier appetite in the cold months than in the summertime. When I … Continue reading

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Wishing You A Healthy New Year!

The New Year brings me to focusing on my goals. I’m human, after all! Goal for the Goldie’s Table Matters blog: “I commit to sharing with everyone who wants to listen -or read- insights from three areas spanning professional and … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Planning

Thinkin’ Thin. Rethink some of your classic turkey day preparations. These traditional dishes are classically laden with butter, cream, and sugar which translate to saturated fat and calories. Make some small changes; your family won’t even miss the old ways! … Continue reading

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