Food Culture

Indulge in the rich tapestry of food cultures around the world. Uncover the authentic anecdotes behind diverse cuisines, traditions, and culinary practices that can shape global dining experiences.

World of Food & Drink 2 min read

More parents readily paying organic premium

Perhaps it's attributable to the recent expansion of food education and online chef courses;  a recent study found that more and more parents are willing to pay premium costs for organic food when shopping for their households.

July 7, 2014
Culinary Arts 2 min read

Dai Due brings outdoor dining to Austin

Learn more about local agriculture at an Austin culinary arts program.

July 6, 2014
Culinary Arts 2 min read

Food trucks may be safer than restaurants

A recent study indicates that food trucks may actually be safer than restaurants in terms of health code statutes and food preparation.

July 5, 2014
World of Food & Drink 3 min read

Wine fraud: The case of the Californian chemist

At some point during your time at a culinary academy, you've probably paired wine with your dishes. 

July 4, 2014
World of Food & Drink 2 min read

Whole Foods Takes Hit in Pricing Settlement

From students in culinary arts programs to amateur chefs to professional cooks, everyone in the culinary community seems more and more concerned with sourcing fresh, sustainable ingredients.

July 3, 2014
Culinary Arts 2 min read

Mario Batali opened a production company

Famous chef, writer and television personality Mario Batali is bringing new focus to the young culinary movement in the United States.

July 2, 2014
World of Food & Drink 3 min read

Health food trend predictions for 2014

Sterling Rice Group releases a list of the top 10 trends in natural and organic food. 

July 1, 2014
World of Food & Drink 2 min read

Boulder population seeks to revitalize bee population, food economy

For the past few years, declining bee populations have been one of the most critical and most frequently overlooked threats to a sustainable food economy.

July 1, 2014
World of Food & Drink 3 min read

A Taste of Art Festival comes to Boulder

In many ways, the creation of food is an artistic expression.

June 30, 2014
World of Food & Drink 2 min read

Austin supermarket charged in meat mislabeling scandal

Students in Texas culinary arts programs might want to check their ingredients. MT Supermarket, an Austin grocer located in the Chinatown Shopping Center on North Lamar Boulevard, is facing a lawsuit from the Office of the Texas Attorney General following mislabeling a very specific sort of meat.

June 30, 2014
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