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How many times have I written recipes with warnings that some things, from raw eggs to undercooked chicken, are more dangerous for people with suppressed immune systems?

A few weeks ago, I wrote a column on the habits that make you happy to be in the kitchen. In response, a whole batch of cooks sent me their own habits.

2 JWU students figure out how to do a trick in the kitchen.

Orrman’s Cheese Shop, in the 7th Street Public Market uptown, is not much bigger than a cracker. But it’s as packed with cheese as Klebaur’s head is packed with cheese knowledge.

What’s the difference between people who love to cook and people who hate it?

What do other people do with their camera phones? Mine is full of barbecue plates and grilled cheese sandwiches.

I learn a few of the tricks of judging barbecue and meet a curious Canadian in the process.

A lot of guys like to say they majored in beer in college. Daniel Hartis actually did something with it: He wrote a book, “Charlotte Beer: A History of Brewing in the Queen City.”

Jumping into the pool at the Y after work, the water feels just a little warm, as comforting as a cup of cocoa that’s cooled off enough to sip.

Bet you didn’t think I had it in me. Me, cooking vegan?

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Kathleen Purvis
Kathleen Purvis is the Food Editor for The Charlotte Observer.