The Corvallis Advocate • 13th July 2020

Health & Economy: The Eat Oregon Seafood Initiative

The #EatOregonSeafood initiative is intended to give the coastal seafood economies a boost as they recover from restaurant closures and other issues related to COVID-19.

A rich source of lean protein, Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B-12 and D, iron, and minerals like zinc and iodine, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends that non-vegetarian adults consume two, four-ounce servings of seafood per week.

The Corvallis Advocate • 6th July 2020

The Science of Taste and Smell & the Covid-19 Connection

What can your sense of taste and smell tell you about your health? The answers may surprise you.

OSU Food Science Professor Juyun Lim studies how people experience taste, smell, and other related chemosensory stimuli. Her research focuses “primarily on understanding how human taste and smell work and the role of underlying human taste and smell perception and the role of human sensory perception in food preference,” she said.

The Corvallis Advocate • 14th May 2020

Crowdfunding Project Brings Free Meals to Corvallis

What happens when three volunteers set out to support both local restaurants and community members that could use a good meal? The founders of “It’s On Us Corvallis” leverage the gift economy to do this in a way that is both practical and idealistic.

The Corvallis Advocate • 29th April 2020

CSA Boxes: Eat Local, Support Small Farms

As spring arrives, so do local Farmer’s Markets and Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions. CSA subscribers pre-purchase fresh produce directly from local farmers, who typically box or package the goods to be delivered or picked up monthly or at regular intervals.

This year, many small farms are relying on direct community support due to economic uncertainties.

Fernwood Circle Guest Houses • 26th September 2022

Visitors Guide to Corvallis Craft Breweries

If you are a craft beer lover, you should feel at home in Corvallis! Thanks to Corvallis craft breweries, wineries, cideries, and local kombucha brewers a craft beverage enthusiast is spoiled for choice. Guests often ask, “What is there to do in Corvallis Oregon?” There’s plenty to do whether visiting Oregon State University, working on a temporary basis for Samaritan Health Services, or following the Mid-Willamette Valley Food Trail.

Wine4Food • 9th February 2021

Hosting a Valentine's Wine Tasting for Two at Home

Even if your local wine tasting rooms and vineyards are closed, you can still replicate the experience at home. Wine tasting is an at-home date night or evening-in activity that allows you to become better acquainted both with your partner and your own taste preferences.

Winemakers regularly guide people as they sample wines at events and tasting rooms.

Fernwood Circle Guest Houses • 1st October 2020

Wine Tasting Near Corvallis

For wine lovers, no trip to Corvallis or the Willamette Valley would be complete without visiting a few of the area vineyards or wineries. This is especially true for anyone who enjoys Pinot Noir!

Guests who book one of Fernwood Circle Guest Houses vacation rentals often ask which Willamette Valley wine tasting rooms we recommend. We compiled this guide because it is hard to choose just one in an area with such a rich craft beverage and wine culture.

The Corvallis Advocate • 7th March 2019

Local Winemakers Tips', Tasting March 16

Downtown Corvallis will transform once again into a wine tasting paradise on Saturday, March 16 for the annual Downtown Corvallis Wine Walk. From 3 to 7 p.m., retailers will host tastings of regional wines and other craft beverages. Among the featured wineries are Tyee Wine Cellars, Spindrift Cellars, and Compton Family Wines, who together offer these five tasting tips for all wine walkers to try:

Mashed • 29th October 2022

How Does Someone Become The Official World's Best Barista?

How Does Someone Become The Official World's Best Barista?

When you drop by your local coffee shop for a cappuccino or a latte, your barista crafts your drink and may even top it off by using the foam to form a leaf or heart pattern. Sometimes it's a shame to cover up the art with a lid if you get your drink to go.

Mashed.com • 12th October 2022

The Unexpected Ingredient In An Early Ice Cream Sandwich

Ice cream is a summer staple, but many people enjoy it all year — you may prefer a cone in the summer or a scoop on a slice of warm pie in the fall. Frozen treats have been a hit since ancient times. The International Dairy Foods Association claims King Solomon, Alexander the Great, and Nero Claudius Caesar were fans of sweet icy desserts.

Mashed.com • 12th October 2022

Who Really Invented The First IPA?

Who Really Invented The First IPA? IPA is a subject of debate among beer lovers. Many craft beer enthusiasts enjoyed the flavor and mouthfeel of a well-crafted IPA. While flavor preferences are a matter of personal taste (pun intended), IPA is polarizing due to the trend toward hoppiness, according to Slate. Some love a bitter IPA while others prefer a fruity session IPA. While opinions about the taste of IPA vary, this isn't the only controversy. The historical origins are also up for debate.

Mashed.com • 29th September 2022

The World's Largest Fish And Chips Has To Be Seen To Be Believed

The World's Largest Fish And Chips Has To Be Seen To Be Believed Few British foods hold the same significance as traditional fish and chips. According to the U.K's National Federation of Fish Friers, the average Brit consumes at least six portions of fish and chips each year.

Mashed • 31st July 2023

Why José Andrés Wants You To Eat More Invasive Lionfish - Mashed

Chef, television personality, and activist José Andrés is known for using his platform to effect change. And this extends to his menu: He wants people to eat edible invasive species like lionfish to help restore balance in the marine ecosystem.

Native to the Indo-Pacific region, lionfish are revered for their beauty. They are also venomous and can become dangerous when they live in areas where they have few natural predators or competitors.

Mashed • 23rd November 2022

Archeological Findings Show Processed Food Is Actually Pre-Historic - Mashed

If you struggled when you tried following the "paleo" diet then you might be happy to hear that the neanderthals did, too. Over the years, scientists have been discovering new information about early human eating habits that challenges some ideas about the "cave" person's diet.

Mashed • 12th November 2022

The Sweet Way To Balance Super Spicy Dishes - Mashed

The Sweet Way To Balance Super Spicy Dishes

If you love spicy foods, sooner or later a moment comes when you prepare a dish and then realize you went a little overboard with the spice. Even worse, you have guests coming over and don't have time to start over. We've all been there. Luckily, there are ways to turn the heat down.

First, it helps to consider what makes food taste spicy, since understanding this helps us recognize how we can balance the flavor. As BBC's Science Focus explains, chil

Mashed.com • 12th October 2022

Who Really Invented The First IPA?

Who Really Invented The First IPA? IPA is a subject of debate among beer lovers. Many craft beer enthusiasts enjoyed the flavor and mouthfeel of a well-crafted IPA. While flavor preferences are a matter of personal taste (pun intended), IPA is polarizing due to the trend toward hoppiness, according to Slate. Some love a bitter IPA while others prefer a fruity session IPA. While opinions about the taste of IPA vary, this isn't the only controversy. The historical origins are also up for debate.

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25th August 2023

Five Tips for Planning a Fun and Easy Friendsgiving Party

Friendsgiving holds a special place in my heart. Afterall, what is there not to love about enjoying good times and good food with good friends? It is a welcome respite during the hectic holiday season.

It can be easy and casual or extravagant. There are no rules. Friendsgiving is not bound to the same traditions as a family Thanksgiving. I consider my closest friends an extension of my chosen family. Why not take the time to celebrate them?

Mashed • 15th November 2022

Casseroles Need A Higher Baking Temperature Than You Might Expect - Mashed

Casseroles Need A Higher Baking Temperature Than You Might Expect

What's not to love about a well-made casserole? As a one-dish meal, it minimizes cleanup and makes delicious leftovers. Not only that, but a casserole is a comfort food that stirs up the feeling of a home-cooked family meal.

MasterClass defines just about any one-pot meal baked in a deep dish as a casserole, including lasagna and even deep-dish pizza. With such a broad definition, there is plenty of room to improvise. Creating y

Mashed • 15th November 2022

Certified Angus Beef Grillmaster Explains What Happens When You Over-Smoke Your Meat - Mashed

Certified Angus Beef Grillmaster Explains What Happens When You Over-Smoke Your Meat

For meat lovers, few things are more satisfying than smoking ribs or brisket in your pellet grill or smoker. The challenge, of course, is reaching the Goldilocks effect where you avoid over-smoking your meat but still hit that perfect flavorful essence.

Chef Michael Ollier, Senior Brand Chef for Certified Angus Beef, offered Mashed a few exclusive tips to ensure you achieve your meat-smoking goals.

Mashed • 12th November 2022

The Difference Between Baking And Broiling - Mashed

The Difference Between Baking And Broiling

Do you ever stay up late pondering life's big questions, like "what is the difference between baking and broiling?" Well, maybe that's just us. We ponder these things, so you don't have to.

Your oven is a highly versatile appliance you can use for a variety of cooking techniques all with a push of a button or turn of a knob. In the past, home bakers and cooks using a brick oven had to manually adjust the ash and wood used to cook their food (per Smith

Mashed • 12th November 2022

The Sweet Way To Balance Super Spicy Dishes - Mashed

The Sweet Way To Balance Super Spicy Dishes

If you love spicy foods, sooner or later a moment comes when you prepare a dish and then realize you went a little overboard with the spice. Even worse, you have guests coming over and don't have time to start over. We've all been there. Luckily, there are ways to turn the heat down.

First, it helps to consider what makes food taste spicy, since understanding this helps us recognize how we can balance the flavor. As BBC's Science Focus explains, chil

Mashed • 30th October 2022

Why You Should Make Frittatas In Your Air Fryer

Who doesn't love a nice frittata in the morning? Not only is it delicious, but it is also a satisfying way to use up leftovers and eat more veggies. It's just as delicious as a classic quiche but easier to make since you don't need to make a crust.

Mashed • 24th October 2022

Duff Goldman Confessed To Using Everyone's Favorite Cake Shortcut

Duff Goldman is bringing baking back with his on-screen charm and creative take on baking. As the star of the Food Network's "Ace of Cakes" and "Ace of Taste" he has wowed cake fans for years.

His Baltimore bakery Charm City Cakes creates custom cakes shaped like anything from a Nike sneaker to "The Dude" from "The Big Lebowski."

Mashed.com • 6th October 2022

Why Ina Garten Lets Mac And Cheese Sit Overnight And So Should You

Why Ina Garten Lets Mac And Cheese Sit Overnight And So Should You

Comfort foods, like mac and cheese, are the culinary equivalent of a big hug from your bestie. If you love the cheesy goodness of baked macaroni and cheese, you are not alone.

For centuries, people loved mac and cheese. The first known recipe dates back to Northern Italy in the 1700s, according to the Smithsonian Magazine.

Mashed • 18th November 2022

Duff Goldman's Daughter Calls Him 'Turkey Dada' For Thanksgiving - Mashed

We all know Duff Goldman as the "Ace of Cakes," but did you know he is also an ace of cosplay? On several occasions, he has delighted people by showing up to events in zany costumes.

This past spring, Goldman appeared in the Season 7 premiere of "The Masked Singer" disguised as "McTerrier," a singing Scottish terrier. He got so into it that he acted the part. He told Variety, "I was a Scottish Terrier, had a kilt on and I was like, maybe I could convince these guys I was Scottish."

Mashed • 3rd November 2022

Alton Brown Had A Truly Unhinged Martini Question For Twitter

Alton Brown Had A Truly Unhinged Martini Question For Twitter

If you thought the classic martini question was the choice between "shaken or stirred," then Alton Brown is about to blow your mind. People browsing Twitter who saw Brown's thought-provoking martini question may have laughed so hard they spit water (or martini) all over their phone or keyboard. Or maybe they were just confused.

In an interview with "The Bitter Southerner," Brown said he aimed to fuse the spirit of Julia Child, Mr. W

Mashed • 19th October 2022

TikTok Is In Stitches Over Guy Fieri Calling Eggs 'Liquid Chicken'

TikTok Is In Stitches Over Guy Fieri Calling Eggs 'Liquid Chicken'

What came first, the chicken or the liquid chicken? When the Food Network shared a video of Guy Fieri's takedown of the egg it prompted a heated discussion on TikTok. Guy Fieri received mixed reactions to his stand against eggs, but it is pretty mild compared to some of Fieri's other controversies.

Mashed.com • 12th October 2022

TikTok Is Divided Over This Cheesy Hot Cross Buns Hack From The UK

Most people associate hot cross buns with Easter since they were traditionally enjoyed during Lent and leading up to Easter Sunday. The original version seems to date back to a 12th-century monk who baked buns on a Good Friday with a cross-shaped score on top (via Irish Central).

Hot cross buns are usually slightly sweet with a hint of spice and a sprinkling of dried fruit like raisins.