Food & Nutrition

Shopping online has become a literal lifeline during the COVID-19 pandemic for many at-risk individuals. But for millions of people on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) who are currently unable to enter grocery stores, online shopping is not an option for purchasing food. Responding to demands from disability rights advocates, the federal government is now starting to modernize the program. ...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, causing about one in four male deaths. In Ohio, men are 61 percent more likely to die from the disease than women. If you knew that you could prevent it, would you try? The American Heart Association says that 80 percent of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, is preventable. While 82 percent of men say they are trying to stay healthy to care for family members who rely upon them, only 50 percent engage in preventative care. You can improve that percentage this Father's Day. ...

The farmers market season is gearing up. Why not plan a few meals around the region's freshest vegetables and just-picked fruits? Pull it all together with locally-sourced honey, meats, cheeses and other tasty products. When it comes to food, nothing beats local produce and products. ...

It never occurred to me to deliberately grow or search out flowers specifically to use in a recipe. But that’s exactly what is trending! So here’s a brief guide to some flowers that are edible and how to use them; and a few caveats to keep in mind before you make a selection. ...

Before the shutdown, we were too busy with work and dined out frequently, but we’ve now found ourselves cooking at home more than ever. It’s helpful that social media has live cooking demos that provide the confidence and inspiration to whip up a delicious meal enjoyed with family. ...

Many of us are taking a new look at backyard vegetable gardens because grocery shopping has gotten more complicated as the pandemic drags on. Growing your own food isn't hard, it's just hard work — at least in the beginning. One key: getting pests under control. Our garden blogger has a few tips to battle unwanted visitors. ...

Online order hassles, masks, crack-of-dawn store hours, lousy selections. Wouldn’t it be nice to get food from your back yard instead of a grocery store? Like Victory Gardens during World War II, Pandemic Plots promise to be the go-to hobby this summer. Grab a shovel and get started. ...

The region’s independent restaurants have taken a wallop during the COVID-19 crisis, but as they find new ways to keep stay relevant (and in business) it can be tough to know what’s open and how they’re adapting their menus and service for customers.

To sort through the confusion, Cleveland Independents, a group of more than 80 locally-owned and operated restaurants has an updated list on its website clevelandindependents.com.

The restaurant scene will look a lot different when we all start emerging from our stay-at-home lives. Whatever your comfort level -or comfort food – a local restaurant is likely to have what you need: carryout, open patios, eat-in or delivery.

Not ready to go out yet? The website also offers discounted gift cards to member restaurants. Eat up.

 

 

 

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