Registered dietitian shares 4 foods to fuel any fitness routine
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Registered dietitian shares 4 foods to fuel any fitness routine

by d-mars.com News Provider As the country is opening back up and the summer months approach, maintaining health and wellness is top of mind for many. Getting up and moving your body regularly is an important aspect of healthy living, but it can be challenging to muster up the energy to kick off a new…

Carla Hall Shares Fun and Tasty Carrot Recipes Perfect for Spring
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Carla Hall Shares Fun and Tasty Carrot Recipes Perfect for Spring

by d-mars.com News Provider To celebrate spring, Carla Hall, renowned chef, author, and television host, offers two delicious recipes that make carrots the star ingredient of the season. “The thing I love most about the humble carrot is its versatility. It can be a snack, a salad, a dessert, a side dish or the basis…

Food insecurity on the rise in the United States since start of pandemic
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Food insecurity on the rise in the United States since start of pandemic

by d-mars.com News Provider Food insecurity, a serious global public health issue, has risen significantly in the United States since the start of the pandemic. Entire families, especially children, are currently experiencing the detrimental effects of this crisis which the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines as “a lack of financial resources for food…

Delicious and Delightful Carrot Cake Twists for Easter

Delicious and Delightful Carrot Cake Twists for Easter

by d-mars.com News Provider Carrot cake has been an Easter staple for years, so why not serve some fun takes on this popular dessert for your celebration? With Easter landing on International Carrot Day, April 4, John Kanell, culinary expert and founder of Preppy Kitchen, partnered with McCormick spices to create exclusive Easter dessert recipes…

These Savory and Sweet Easter Recipes Will Have You Hoppin’ for Joy
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These Savory and Sweet Easter Recipes Will Have You Hoppin’ for Joy

by d-mars.com News Provider The appearance of brightly colored foods and decorations filling store aisles can only mean one thing: Easter is here! This year, the beloved springtime holiday lands on April 4, which also happens to be International Carrot Day. To celebrate the Easter Bunny’s all-time favorite food, McCormick has released a collection of…

Houston-area chef helps promote release of Netflix’s ‘Waffles + Mochi’ children’s cooking show featuring Michelle Obama
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Houston-area chef helps promote release of Netflix’s ‘Waffles + Mochi’ children’s cooking show featuring Michelle Obama

HOUSTON, March 16, 2021 – Chef Rey’s passion for cooking has opened a number of doors of opportunity through the years from executive chef of several of Houston’s top professional sports teams to restaurant owner to host of his own online cooking show. The Houston chef’s journey continues as he joins forces with Allied Global Marketing to…

How to add high-quality protein to your diet
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How to add high-quality protein to your diet

By d-mars.com News Provider Recent diet trends encourage balancing food sources for optimal health. If you’re following the Mediterranean, keto or paleo diets, you’re probably aware that lean meats like beef play a vital role as part of an overall healthy eating plan, balanced with plant-based foods like vegetables and legumes. Elsewhere in the world,…

5 ways America’s most loved vegetable loves you back
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5 ways America’s most loved vegetable loves you back

By d-mars.com News Provider You don’t have to choose between foods that taste good and foods that are good for you. In fact, America’s most loved vegetable — the potato — loves you right back. Whether you’re fixing a romantic dinner for two, a family meal or a tasty snack, this versatile nutrient-dense vegetable brings…

Chef Curtis Stone shares 5 tips for a happier, more efficient 2021 kitchen
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Chef Curtis Stone shares 5 tips for a happier, more efficient 2021 kitchen

By d-mars.com News Provider The kitchen has long been the heart of the home, and now more than ever is central to our lifestyles. With 60% of Americans discovering a greater appreciation for cooking throughout the pandemic and planning to upgrade their kitchens as a result, Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Stone is sharing his favorite appliances,…

PEPSI SELECTS LOCAL ENTREPRENEUR / RESTAURATEUR MARCUS DAVIS TO SERVE ON ADVISORY COMMITTEE AS IT COMMITTS $400 MILLION TO SUPPORT BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTS
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PEPSI SELECTS LOCAL ENTREPRENEUR / RESTAURATEUR MARCUS DAVIS TO SERVE ON ADVISORY COMMITTEE AS IT COMMITTS $400 MILLION TO SUPPORT BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTS

The campaign titled “Dig In” celebrates the diverse range of food and history of Black-owned restaurants and provides tangible and meaningful assistance to help these restaurant owners not just make it through the pandemic but build a robust future. As a part of this initiative, this past weekend, Pepsi rolled out a spot highlighting four…

Lucille’s is Serving Up Southern Cuisine with a Side of Hospitality
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Lucille’s is Serving Up Southern Cuisine with a Side of Hospitality

In August 2012, brothers Christopher and Ben Williams founded their modern Southern restaurant, Lucille’s, inspired by traditions passed down by their great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith. Executive Chef and Owner Chris Williams continues to pay homage to his great-grandmother by replicating some of her most famous recipes, including the iconic chili biscuits and hot rolls, as…

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HISD, Houston Food Bank host community food distributions on Fridays in August at NRG

Families receive up to 60 pounds of food and a week’s worth of meals for each student  The Houston Independent School District, in partnership with the Houston Food Bank, is hosting mass community food distributions on Fridays in August at NRG Stadium. HISD Nutrition Services staff are expected to distribute 5,000 family food packages as…

Fifth Ward Nonprofit Helps Provide 21,000 Meals for the Elderly
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Fifth Ward Nonprofit Helps Provide 21,000 Meals for the Elderly

The Julia C. Hester House (JCHH) is a 76-year-old nonprofit community center serving Fifth Ward residents with programs including Senior Services, one of their most utilized programs offered daily, Monday to Friday, at no charge. This community of older African Americans has come to rely on the JCHH as a source of health, wellness and…

McDonald’s Celebrates Healthcare Workers and First Responders with Free “Thank You Meals”
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McDonald’s Celebrates Healthcare Workers and First Responders with Free “Thank You Meals”

Frontline heroes can enjoy free meals at participating U.S. McDonald’s restaurants  (Houston, TX April 21, 2020)—In appreciation for the healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald’s will offer free Thank You Meals*, between Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, May 5, as a token of appreciation for…

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So, what’s the deal with beef and heart health?

As Americans think about eating for a healthy heart, many feel they’re forced to choose between a healthy diet and their love of beef. But, contrary to some misinformation on this topic, you can have both. The Mediterranean diet was just ranked the #1 Overall Diet in 2020 and the #2 Best Diet for Heart…

James Harden Teams Up With Kroger to Feed Five Thousand Local Families in Underserved Communities
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James Harden Teams Up With Kroger to Feed Five Thousand Local Families in Underserved Communities

A weeks’ worth of groceries donated by Harden will be distributed to five thousand selected families over the next eight weeks. In response to the COVID-19 impact on Houston’s most vulnerable communities, Houston Rockets star James Harden has teamed up with Kroger to provide a weeks’ worth of groceries to six hundred families each week…

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HISD to relaunch food distribution efforts on April 6 with centralized packing hub

April 1, 2020 – The Houston Independent School District will relaunch food distribution efforts throughout the district beginning Monday, April 6, with a streamlined process that will implement increased safety measures. HISD Nutrition Services will continue to work with the Houston Food Bank for the initiative and use the Hexser T. Holliday Food Services Support…