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Creative chile-laden food & drink continue to expand on menus The trend toward hot and spicy has been heating up for some time now, with consumers eating — and seeking out wherever they go — more hot and spicy food and drink. New research from Kalsec​, a global producer of spice and herb flavor extracts, indicates that more than 50% of consumers say that they choose spicy options when dining out or eating at home, double the number from just two years ago. Chefs and bartenders are...

BEAVER CREEK — The night before President Joe Biden signed the American Rescue Plan and gave the green light for a $28.6 billion grant program to help struggling independent restaurants and bars across the country, guests dining at Splendido at the Chateau in Beaver Creek raised $110,000 during an event held to support the Independent Restaurant Coalition (IRC). On Tuesday, March 9, chef-owner Brian Ackerman and his team hosted notable culinary figures Dominique Crenn, Andrew Zimmern, Billy D...

The best beef, chicken and vegetarian chili recipes to make for National Chili Day TODAY 2/24/2021 © Provided by TODAY When the weather is cold, the first thing we want to grab — other than a sweater — is a bowl of hot chili. Theres really nothing more hearty and comforting than a big bowl of steaming chili topped liberally with cheese, sour cream and more fixings. Whether youre vehemently vegan or crazily carnivorous, these chili recipes will always be there to warm your hands and your...

Special to the Daily #SaveRestaurants was created by the Independent Restaurant Coalition (IRC) as a part of the group’s efforts raise awareness and support for independent restaurants and chefs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a harsh reality that many restaurants across the country are struggling, and many will never open their doors again. Brian Ackerman, chef-owner of Splendido at the Chateau in Beaver Creek, is bringing the IRC’s support efforts to the Vail Valley with the Blu...

Nacho average Sunday: 15 easy, cheesy recipes for the big game TODAY 2/2/2021 Emi Boscamp Nachos are to the Super Bowl as turkey is to Thanksgiving. Like candy to Halloween. Champagne to New Years Eve. So, yeah, theres a lot of pressure on those triangular chips. Your nacho recipe could make or break your Super Bowl party. The good news is nachos are super easy to get right. Here are the keys to a successful nacho situation: Sturdy chips Fresh, acidic and spicy components: cil...

How to cook frozen broccoli so it actually gets crispy TODAY 1/15/2021 Vidya Rao Frozen broccoli is an incredible timesaver. After all, it’s already cleaned, cut, blanched and ready to use, making it easy to get some extra green into your diet. On top of that, it’s got just as much nutrition as fresh broccoli, lasts six to eight months in the freezer and is more economical. Whether frozen broccoli is delicious or dismal depends on how you cook it. Avoid boiling it, which j...