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Feast and Field: Food Begins in the Field

Savor some salmon, save the planet: How one company is leading a ‘Blue Revolution’
Savor some salmon, save the planet: How one company is leading a ‘Blue Revolution’

Savor some salmon, save the planet: How one company is leading a ‘Blue Revolution’

Fall-off-the-bone flavor: Beginner’s guide to marinating

Fall-off-the-bone flavor: Beginner’s guide to marinating

    If you’ve got a bit of time and a few basic ingredients, marinating your meat will amplify its flavors while producing your juiciest cut yet.

    6 things every person who owns a grill should know

    6 things every person who owns a grill should know

      From rib eye to pizza and watermelon, here’s expert advice on how to tap into your grill’s possibilities.

      The 3 best burgers for backyard barbecues

      The 3 best burgers for backyard barbecues

        Plus, a homemade pickle and bun recipe to steal the show 

        Truffles: What makes them so delicious?

        One of the world’s most treasured culinary delicacies, the mere thought of fragrant truffles immediately calls to mind mouthwatering dreams of decadent dining.

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        Issue No. 60: The dairy issue

        Issue No. 60: The dairy issue

        Gone may be the days of pairing dinner with a tall glass of milk, but that doesn’t mean the demand for dairy has decreased. We look at emerging trends, offer our best butter tips and feature cheesy recipes from a Top Chef winner.

        Quick Bites

        • How Our Place is redefining sustainability in the kitchen
        • 5 reasons to incorporate Our Place products into your daily cooking routine
        • This Jamaican Sorrel Cocktail is full of deep flavor and holiday spirit
        • One Pot White Chicken Chili
        • Classic Fried Chicken
        Wagyu elevates ordinary steak to something sublime

        Wagyu elevates ordinary steak to something sublime

        Because wagyu beef is so heavily marbled with fat, consumers often find they’re satisfied with a much smaller portion of meat than they’re used to eating.

        Lobster: Take a crack at cooking it at home

        Lobster: Take a crack at cooking it at home

        It’s hard to believe that an ingredient now considered such a shining star in the firmament of fine dining was once simply discarded as a throwaway item when it appeared unwanted in fishing nets.

        Caviar: From the sturgeon that make the golden eggs

        Caviar: From the sturgeon that make the golden eggs

        The legendary fish dates back to prehistoric times, but the precious roe harvested from this “living fossil” is a decidedly contemporary delicacy.

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        AirProbe2 Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer and Charging Dock

        AirProbe2 Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer and Charging Dock

        Never overcook your meat again! This wireless smart thermometer works with your smartphone to receive alerts when your food is done. 

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        4 recipes to shake up your boring weekday chicken

        4 recipes to shake up your boring weekday chicken

        Average sautéed chicken breasts meet their match with these four adventurous recipes.

        How to compost: Don’t waste your waste

        How to compost: Don’t waste your waste

        Start your own compost pile with kitchen scraps to create natural fertilizer for your garden.

        6 classic whiskey cocktails with a modern twist

        6 classic whiskey cocktails with a modern twist

        Seattle-based bartender Myles Burroughs brings expertise, a trained palate & a touch of finesse to these whiskey drinks. 

        6 female culinary entrepreneurs with products we love

        6 female culinary entrepreneurs with products we love

        From sauces and jams to artisan ice cream sandwiches, check out these products from some of Feast and Field’s favorite savvy, smart entrepreneurs. 

        Embrace citrus season with 5 versatile lemon recipes

        Embrace citrus season with 5 versatile lemon recipes

        From a bright and floral chicken dish to three decadent desserts, lemons bring no shortage of flavor to these delicious dishes.

        Issues

        Issue No. 58: The donut issue

        Issue No. 58: The donut issue

        What’s the history behind this beloved breakfast item? Can you actually make them at home? And what are some can’t-miss shops across the country? Trust us, our donut issue delivers.

        Issue No. 56: Eggs in Mississippi

        Issue No. 56: Eggs in Mississippi

        Breakfast star, baking binder, flavor enhancer — what can’t eggs do? We delve into the story of the incredible, edible egg, sharing nutritional info, cooking tips, fun facts and recipes you’ll want to make again and again.

        Issue No. 55: Lamb in Kentucky

        Issue No. 55: Lamb in Kentucky

        How should we think about lamb? We dive into the illustrious red meat often sidelined by consumers, and offer a few reasons why you may consider working it into your diet more often.

        Issue No. 54: Fermented Foods in California

        Issue No. 54: Fermented Foods in California

        Curious about fermented foods? Interested in gut health, but confused about probiotics? From kombucha to kimchi, we break down the fermented phenomena.

        Issue No. 53: Leafy Greens in Michigan

        Issue No. 53: Leafy Greens in Michigan

        How are we able to have access to fresh greens year-round? And what’s your best option if you’re sick of eating kale once and for all? We answer these questions, plus more.

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        Wagyu elevates ordinary steak to something sublime

        Wagyu elevates ordinary steak to something sublime

        Because wagyu beef is so heavily marbled with fat, consumers often find they’re satisfied with a much smaller portion of meat than they’re used to eating.

        Caviar: From the sturgeon that make the golden eggs

        Caviar: From the sturgeon that make the golden eggs

        The legendary fish dates back to prehistoric times, but the precious roe harvested from this “living fossil” is a decidedly contemporary delicacy.

        Truffles: What makes them so delicious?

        One of the world’s most treasured culinary delicacies, the mere thought of fragrant truffles immediately calls to mind mouthwatering dreams of decadent dining.

        Saffron offers a golden farming opportunity

        Saffron offers a golden farming opportunity

        As an agricultural crop, saffron requires a whole lot of effort for a little tasty reward. But for those who grow and produce the fragrant floral spice, it’s worth it.

        Our best butter tips worth spreading

        Our best butter tips worth spreading

        Where should you store your butter? And how important is the temperature in recipes? This is our ultimate butter guide for better cooking.

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        Savor some salmon, save the planet: How one company is leading a ‘Blue Revolution’

        Savor some salmon, save the planet: How one company is leading a ‘Blue Revolution’

        Content by Mowi. Mowi is a farm-raised Atlantic salmon producer that supplies fish globally.

        Here’s why salmon should be your seafood of choice for grilling

        Here’s why salmon should be your seafood of choice for grilling

        Content by Mowi. Mowi’s efforts have ranked them as the world’s most sustainable protein producer for the second year in a row by the FAIRR Initiative.

        The most important meal of the day: Breakfast Focaccia with Chicken Sausage and Apples

        The most important meal of the day: Breakfast Focaccia with Chicken Sausage and Apples

        Chef Jodie Ferguson has partnered with Feast and Field to share a new signature recipes: Breakfast Foccacia

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