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Ocala’s Olympic medalists in a word: Amazing, intellectual, persevering
1 min ago by Joe Byrnes (WMFE) Inline racing coach Renee Hildebrand trained Erin Jackson, left, and Brittany Bowe before they made the transition to ice skating and won Olympic speed skating medals. Photo: Courtesy of Renee Hildebrand Ocala has more to brag about after Erin Jackson, last week, became the first Black woman to win Olympic gold in speed skating and her teammates Brittany Bowe and Joey Mantia won bronze medals in Beijing.
American Jackson becomes first Black woman to win speedskating gold - TSN.ca
32m ago The Canadian Press Erin Jackson , The Canadian Press BEIJING (AP) — Erin Jackson has become the first Black woman to win a speedskating medal at the Winter Olympics. A gold one, at that. Jackson won the 500 meters Sunday with a time of 37.04 seconds, giving the American speedskating program its first medal of the Beijing Games and first individual medal since 2010. But this one meant much more than national pride.
15 Vegan and Gluten-Free Holiday Baking Recipes
Updated Dec 23, 2021 Dietary restrictions don’t mean you have to go without! Make sure everyone around the table can partake with these 15 gluten-free and vegan holiday baking recipes. Who says you can’t have sweets for breakfast? These Gingerbread Breakfast Cookies pack some fiber to keep your tummy growl-free, and their kiss of warming spices will bring a little sunshine to those cool, winter mornings. Oh, did we mention they make a terrific host gift?
Why Is Canada Halting the Export of PEI Potatoes?
Updated Dec 18, 2021 The shipment of fresh potatoes from Prince Edward Island to the United States has been suspended after a soil-borne potato fungus was detected on two of the province’s farms in October. The presence of the fungus, known as potato wart, prompted the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to suspend exports to the US in early November to mitigate the spread.
Accommodations in the event of an educational workers strike
As you may know, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) representing educational workers is currently bargaining with the provincial government. The CUPE education workers include Early Childhood Educators, Executive Assistants, custodians, and clerical staff. In the event of any job action, including a potential strike, some schools and childcare facilities may close and/or shift to virtual learning.
The Top 10 Foods High in Vitamin D
Updated Sep 3, 2021 FACT CHECKED Vitamin D is essential for strong bones and muscles. It also plays an important role in reducing the risk of a number of health conditions, including osteoporosis, cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. The human body makes vitamin D when our skin is exposed to sunlight.
10 Plant-Based Foods Bursting with Healthy Fats
Updated Aug 10, 2021 FACT CHECKED Fat. We all need it, but did you know that where you get it can affect your long-term health? A growing body of research shows that the risk of cardiovascular disease and other causes of mortality can be decreased by lowering saturated fat intake—mostly derived from animal sources—and replacing with healthier monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. To help you make the switch, here are 10 plant-based foods full of those healthy fats.
After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita: Gender Differences in Health and Religiosity in Middle-Aged and Older Adults
Title After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita: Gender Differences in Health and Religiosity in Middle-Aged and Older Adults Authors Jennifer Silva Brown, Drury University Katie E. Cherry, Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge Loren D. Marks, Brigham Young University - ProvoFollow Erin M. Jackson, Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge Juila Volaufova, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans Christina Lefante, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans S.
Order CSA-Style Cookie Boxes Filled by San Diego’s Top Pastry Chefs and Bakers
What could be better than cookies for a cause? By Erin Jackson | April 20, 2020 Rachel's Pecan Brown Sugar Meringue Cookies Friendly Feast has launched a gourmet cookie program that gives sweets fans the chance to take home a box of eight cookies created by some of San Diego's best pastry chefs and bakers.
San Diego: Cowboy Star's Bison Burger is a Thing of Beauty
[Photographs: Erin Jackson] Cowboy Star 640 Tenth Avenue, San Diego CA 92101 (map); (619) 450-5880; thecowboystar.com Cooking Method: Grilled Short Order: Get lean and juicy bison burgers in a fine dining environment for a reasonable price Want Fries With That? Definitely; crisp fries come with the burger Price: Bison burger, $15 Notes: Burgers are served during lunch and happy hour (Tues.
Hodad's in San Diego Goes Beyond Bacon Strips with a Bacon Patty
Today's burger report comes from Erin Jackson, a food-obsessed Torontonian who writes for Food Network Canada. Since AHT was lacking information about the famous burger joint Hodad's, she offered to share a review from her recent visit to San Diego. —The Mgmt.
New Treats at Azucar
By Erin Jackson | Published: May 2, 2012 Ask me to name my favorite bakery in San Diego and not only will I immediately say “Azucar“, once I start thinking about the Cuban-style patisserie in Ocean Beach, you’ll probably have to shake me by my shoulders to stop the visions of sugary treats dancing through my head. Vivian Hernandez-Jackson’s take on tiramisu was one of my first SD Sugar reviews, and I’ve also featured the bakery’s triple chocolate espresso cookie in a spread in San Diego Magazine.
San Diego: The Bacon Jam Makes the Burger at Sea Rocket Bistro
[Photographs: Erin Jackson] Sea Rocket Bistro 3382 30th St. San Diego, CA (map); 619-255-7049; searocketbistro.com Cooking method: Grilled Short Order: A substantial grass-fed beef burger topped with spectacular bacon jam Want Fries With That? Hope not, because it comes with a salad (sucka!) Price: Burger, $14 ($10 on Mondays) Notes: Open for dinner at 5 p.m. daily (no lunch hours) Sea Rocket Bistro is all about the fish.
Where To Get Good Burgers Near San Diego Comic-Con
View Good Burgers Near the San Diego Convention Center in a larger map. If you're looking for a good burger near San Diego Comic-Con this Thursday to Sunday, July 12 to 15, you've got plenty of options. Our San Diego correspondent, Erin Jackson, has updated last year's list of good burgers near the convention center with eight more suggestions and removed a few from last year's list. If you have more recommendations, let us know! Burger from Davanti Enoteca.
Old School Sugar High at Star Dust Donuts
For me, eating donuts is like time travel. As soon as the glaze hits me, I enter a nostalgic time warp where I experience the same level of joy as I did as a kid, munching on a donut and getting sprinkles all over the back seat of my parents’ car. In San Diego, donuts aren’t nearly as plentiful as my homeland, but there are some gems. And last weekend, I was lucky enough to have a tour guide to one of the longest-standing fried dough emporiums in the county: Star Dust Donuts.
Market Finds at the Vista Farmers Market
Head to the county’s longest-running farmers’ market on Saturday mornings to see what the community is cooking. By Erin Jackson | October 26, 2019 Sundial Farm at the Vista Farmers Market Tasty international eats, fresh produce from 53 neighboring farms, and plenty of free parking add up to a fun weekend outing at the Vista Farmers’ Market (325 S Melrose Drive, Vista). Open Saturdays 8am to noon.
Bring Ampersand's Nocino! Home for the Holidays
‘Tis the season for great company and cozy cocktails. Alright, maybe not yet, but this seasonal, bold liqueur won’t last long once it hits the shelves in November. I’m talking about Ampersand Distilling Co.‘s award-winning green walnut liqueur: Nocino! Ampersand at 4077 Lanchaster Rd, Duncan, BC. Based out of Duncan, BC, the family-run, small-batch distillery recently celebrated five years of operation.
Drink & Dine in Vernon this Fall
DRINK When it comes to the Okanagan, most people envision rows of vineyards with a winery always a stone’s throw away. But this Northern Okanagan town is unlike the others. While Vernon is surrounded by vineyards, it offers a variety of libations suitable for the entire family. Enjoy coffee, artisan teas, fresh-pressed juices, craft brews, ciders and mead. Not sure where to start? The Love at First Sip libations trail highlights some of Vernon’s must visits.
Drink & Dine in Vernon this Fall
DRINK When it comes to the Okanagan, most people envision rows of vineyards with a winery always a stone’s throw away. But this Northern Okanagan town is unlike the others. While Vernon is surrounded by vineyards, it offers a variety of libations suitable for the entire family. Enjoy coffee, artisan teas, fresh-pressed juices, craft brews, ciders and mead. Not sure where to start? The Love at First Sip libations trail highlights some of Vernon’s must visits.
Play in Vernon this Fall
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. Photo courtesy of Tourism Vernon/Robb Thompson Known for sunny skies, outdoor adventure and an all-round laid-back lifestyle, Vernon is the perfect place to enjoy the crisp, cool, colourful days of fall.
Play in Vernon this Fall
Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. Photo courtesy of Tourism Vernon/Robb Thompson Known for sunny skies, outdoor adventure and an all-round laid-back lifestyle, Vernon is the perfect place to enjoy the crisp, cool, colourful days of fall.
Views from a Remote Gem in the Southern Canadian Rockies
Hidden in the Southern Canadian Rockies, Island Lake Lodge is a luxury wilderness experience. With four log-cabin lodges, two restaurants, a spa and countless ways to explore the pristine mountainous landscape in its backyard, a visit to this lodge is something you won’t soon forget. For the ultimate Canadian experience, rent a canoe and spend the afternoon paddling Island Lake, cruising along the coastline looking for moose and other wildlife.
Six Reasons why Island Lake Lodge is a Must-Visit this Summer
THE LODGE Hidden in the Southern Canadian Rockies, Island Lake Lodge is a luxury wilderness experience. With four log-cabin lodges, two restaurants, a spa and countless ways to explore the pristine mountainous landscape in its backyard, a visit to this lodge is something you won’t soon forget. Nestled beside the Lizard Range of the Rocky Mountains, a visit to Island Lake Lodge is the ultimate way to unplug and enjoy a luxury wilderness experience.
Where to Eat Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Barrio Logan
By Erin Jackson | May 07, 2019 Lead image: El Carrito / Images courtesy of El Carrito, Barrio Dogg, Salud, Mish Mash, and author You’ve probably heard about the burgeoning food scene in Barrio Logan. From craft beer bars to birrieria, the food and drink options in the neighborhood have never been better. Dominique Cancio, local resident and founder of Taste Venture Tours, steered us towards a few new hot spots to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in one of the most vibrant corners of the city.
Made in San Diego: Andrea’s Truffles Hand-Painted Bonbons & Chocolate Bars Infused with Local Flavor
By Erin Jackson | April 11, 2019 Images courtesy of Andrea’s Truffles Eight years ago, Andrea Davis was just starting out in the truffle business, dipping small batches to order in her home kitchen. Now, the enterprising artisan is running a burgeoning chocolate business with a catalog encompassing 14 different truffle flavors—including lemon crème fraiche, peanut butter crunch and passion fruit—as well as products ranging from “chocolate crack” to mendiants.
Chef Collaborations, Local Ingredients & Three Must-Try Flavors at Stella Jean’s Ice Cream in University Heights
By Erin Jackson | February 15, 2019 Images courtesy of Stella Jean’s Ice Cream When the pet store beside Pop Pie Co. closed, co-owner Steven Torres says the opportunity to expand their footprint felt like destiny. Steven’s business (and life) partner Gan Suebsarakham had been thinking about making ice cream for years, so when opportunity knocked, the enterprising pair sprung into action.
The Glorious New Dessert Menu at Herb & Wood Happens to be Gluten-Free
Photos Courtesy of Herb and Wood At Herb & Wood, the answer to “should we get dessert?” is always yes. The real question is how many desserts to order. This fall, Pastry Chef Adrian Mendoza is making that decision even more difficult with an enviable selection of creative sweets that are fun to eat (and also happen to be gluten-free). Here are three of our top picks to try. The Chocolate Pavlova delivers so many different tastes and textures; it’s like a pastry chef’s omakase platter.
Erin Jackson, speedskating 'newbie,' is surprise Olympian
Spotted by an inline coach one day, Jackson was soon on a team and spent 15 years piling up titles and traveling the world. But inline skaters can only go so far in their sport. There is no grand stage like the Olympics. Last February, Jackson crossed over from inline skating to try the ice for the first time in Salt Lake City. She traveled a well-worn path that had been paved by such inline-to-ice successes as Apolo Ohno, Brittany Bowe and Joey Mantia.
Erin Jackson, speedskating 'newbie,' is surprise Olympian
FILE - In this Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, file photo Erin Jackson reacts after competing in the women's 500 meters during the U.S. Olympic long track speedskating trials in Milwaukee. Last February, Jackson crossed over from inline skating to try the ice for the first time in Salt Lake City. With no Olympics available to inliners, switching to the ice was the only way to pursue success on the biggest stage. (AP Photo/John Locher, File) FILE - In this Jan.
Erin Jackson, speedskating 'newbie,' is surprise Olympian
FILE - In this Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, file photo Erin Jackson reacts after competing in the women's 500 meters during the U.S. Olympic long track speedskating trials in Milwaukee. Last February, Jackson crossed over from inline skating to try the ice for the first time in Salt Lake City. With no Olympics available to inliners, switching to the ice was the only way to pursue success on the biggest stage. (AP Photo/John Locher, File) FILE - In this Jan.
Let's Be Honest: Is Making Taco Seasoning at Home Actually Worth It?
If you believe the jingle, when you drop that familiar yellow packet of taco seasoning into your grocery cart, "you've got it made.” In reality, though, you've got overpriced chili powder.
Where to Get the Best Poutine in Canada | Tasting Table
Where to grab the national dish, from coast to coast Most people associate poutine—the glorious creation consisting of french fries, squeaky cheese curds and gravy—with Montreal, but Canada’s greatest contribution to gastronomy can be enjoyed from coast to coast (preferably with a beer or two). Here’s where to score primo poutine from St. John’s, Newfoundland, to Vancouver.
Is Homemade Pasta Sauce Actually Better than the Stuff in a Jar?
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a big bowl of fettuccine enrobed in Alfredo sauce. Simultaneously creamy, cheesy and oh so satisfying, it's a classic. And for good reason. The traditional recipe for Alfredo sauce calls for butter, Parmesan cheese and reserved pasta water. Chef Alfredo di Lelio initially debuted the dish as fettuccine al triplo burro at his mother’s restaurant in 1892 before making it famous at Alfredo's, his namesake restaurant in central Rome.
How to Make Homemade Butter | Tasting Table
Butter is the golden child of the food world. Irresistibly creamy and smooth, it improves everything it touches, from crusty slices of bread to perfectly seared cuts of steak. Sure, you can easily pick up a tub at the store, but nothing beats the taste of fresh butter you make yourself. Luckily, it’s shockingly simple, surprisingly fun and incredibly satisfying to whip up a batch whenever a craving strikes—no churn required! RELATED Does Using Salted vs. Unsalted Butter Really Matter?
An Important List of Every Airline That Provides Free In-Flight Booze
Enduring a flight in the middle seat: really bad. Enduring a flight in the middle seat with a cocktail in hand and vacation mode kicked into gear: better. Although some airlines make you pay for adult beverages, some—like the domestic and international carriers below—do not. Here’s the lowdown on drinking at 30,000 feet.
14 Things You Might Not Know About Ben & Jerry's
Last month, I went on a press trip to Ben & Jerry's in Vermont for two days of activities like hanging out with the staff at the company headquarters in South Burlington, creating a new flavor with the flavor gurus, visiting the St Albans dairy co-op, touring the factory in Waterbury, sampling the new Cores, and snowshoeing.
Japanese Experts Reveal the 'Ideal' Way to Eat a Large Burger
Eating burgers is a messy business; that's something I've come to accept, but if the "ideal" method revealed on Japanese variety show Honmadekka!? TV is as effective as reported, patty slippage and ingredient drippage could be a thing of the past. The improved burger-eating technique was supposedly determined after a four-month study by experts in experts in fluid mechanics, engineering, and dentistry that used a 3D scan of a hamburger to understand how the particles in it interact when held.
We Try the New Pop-Tart Ice Cream Sandwich at Carl's Jr.
Have you heard about the newest dessert at Carl's Jr.? The chain most famous for their Six Dollar Cheeseburgers recently added a strawberry Pop-Tart and "hand-scooped" vanilla ice cream sandwich to the menu. It's $1.49, or free when you purchase a Super Bacon Cheeseburger combo. The doubly sweet treat features a frozen, un-toasted strawberry pop tart with frosting and sprinkles that's cut into two pieces, with a hard, round scoop of vanilla ice cream sandwiched in the middle.
Burger City Guides: Carrie Mashaney's Favorite Burgers in Seattle
Carrie Mashaney (Top Chef Season 11 and Chef de Cuisine at Aragona) may spend most of her professional life cooking contemporary Spanish dishes, but she still loves a great burger. Carrie says her perfect burger starts with a thick, all beef patty cooked medium rare and topped with bacon, a slice of American cheese, raw red onion, lettuce, and a squirt of mayo on a toasted brioche bun...but her top picks aren't all so classic and uncomplicated.
Ask The Pastry Chef: What To Eat At Azúcar In San Diego
Deciding what to pick at Azúcar, Vivian Hernandez-Jackson's Cuban style patisserie at the top of the strip in Ocean Beach, can be downright daunting. The selection is vast, including bars and brownies, scones, muffins, cakes, caramels, and cookies. Making matters even more difficult, everything looks equally delicious.
Behind the Scenes: Making Paletas at Paletas Betty, Chandler AZ
In Chandler AZ, where the average daily temperature is over 100°F during the summer months, paletas (Mexican-style popsicles) really hit the spot. And Paletas Betty is where to get them. The shop, which has been open for four years (with a second location in Tempe), stocks a rotating selection of approximately 12 different flavors each day.
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