Last month, approximately 70 people gathered at the Norwood Room on East Main Street in Radford for a free viewing of the documentary film Food Inc. followed by a panel of local food producers. The event was the first of its kind for Main Street Radford, and the attendees resolved to continue exploring the topic of food justice.

This Saturday, the Radford Farmers Market will host a Local Food Fair(ness) event, complete with a localvore luncheon, cooking demos, and a pickling workshop. Below is a sneak preview of that workshop, written by one of the event’s organizers, Zetta Nicely.

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Independence Day is another one of those “food” holidays, when no one seems to go hungry family and friends gather to enjoy each other’s company. And as July 4 obviously falls during warm weather, many gatherings include potlucks, picnics, and marathon grilling sessions. (more…)

This Independence Day weekend will be popular for entertaining and gatherings of friends and family. And we know how easy it is to get stuck in that culinary rut and make the same thing time and time again for every potluck or entertaining event. (more…)

The Fourth of July is known as a grilling holiday, and burgers typically are the standard. But go beyond beef this year with an array of burgers sure to enthrall all the folks you will be entertaining. (more…)

We have definitely entered the season for cookouts, potlucks, and other occasions in which you need to bring a dish. One of the classic sides at such gatherings is potato salad.

The folks at BHG.com have come up with a collection of the best potato salad recipes. Find a couple you like and begin to wow your friends and family at this year’s summer potlucks. You’ll love some of the choices such as Roasted Rosemary Potato Salad (pictured at left), Hot German Potato and Pea Salad, Crunchy Potato Salad, or Mediterranean Potato Salad.

With summer upon us, we know that you’ll have plenty of opportunities to bring a side dish to be shared by family or friends at various warm-weather gatherings. The folks at BHG.com have compiled a collection of great summer sides so you can simply choose one (or two!) that fit the tastes of your group and they will be thrilled to see you walk in the door.

You have so many options from which to choose. How about Skillet White Beans (pictured at left), Sweet and Tangy Four-Bean Salad, Greek Pasta Salad, or Baked Butter Beans with Mustard?

Any of the recipes from this series of sides will have you in the spotlight for your culinary creation.