By Jonathan Chong Western Herald Editor’s note: Every day until Thanksgiving there will be a new course of recipes conducive to feasting. French Onion Soup Ingredients • 8 large yellow onions, pee...
Read More →By Jonathan Chong Western Herald Editor’s note: Every few days until Thanksgiving there will be a new course of recipes conducive to feasting. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Ingredients: • Cooked Shrimp...
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By Jonathan Chong Western Herald Crazy Sticky “Bat” Wings Ingredients: 3 lbs. chicken wings Ingredients for Marinade: 2½ cups ketchup 5 tbs honey 2tbs sugar 2½ tbs brown sugar 1½ tbs vinegar 2t...
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I’ve saved the best for last! After writing about 30 columns over the past two semesters, I’m publishing my favorite recipes in this year-end issue of the Weekend Scene. Heather Holland Smoothies ...
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The surprise snowstorm earlier this week had me dreaming about spring break and warm weather. Heather Holland Nothing tastes better than fresh seafood while in the south, and my family and I had our s...
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Nothing is easier (or cheaper) to cook than Italian food. My friend Matt recently made a pasta dish that outdid regular noodles and sauce. After hearing rave reviews about the dish for weeks, I finall...
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Oberon, a popular summer brew from Bell’s Brewery, will be released on March 30. Bell’s Brewery owner Larry Bell will be tapping and tasting Oberon at Regional Food and Drink in downtown Heather H...
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If we had a Whole Foods Market in Kalamazoo I would tell you to drive there immediately to gaze at the natural, grass-fed chicken breast just waiting to be turned into a delectable cheese covered Heat...
Read More →Each year around St. Patrick’s day, I think of my great-grandma Holland, who has been described as a child of immigrants, with a strong Irish temper. Born Margaret MacElroy on Valentine’s Day at t...
Read More →As you read this, I’m on my way to sunny Florida to forget about my hectic life at Western by relaxing near the ocean. My Grandma, who is playing hostess for the week, has already baked my favorite ...
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If you’re a food lover, nothing is more romantic than enjoying a home cooked meal prepared by someone you love. If your cooking skills are still a little sub-par, there are many high-end restaurants...
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Instead of having beer and wings on Super Bowl Sunday, try serving Mexican dishes for a south of the Border themed party. Make a big batch of tacos, enchiladas or quesadillas to serve along side these...
Read More →Winter is knocking on our door, but blowing snow and chilling wind doesn’t mean it’s time to turn up the heat. Instead of looking forward to an extra large electric bill, cook a big pot of soup an...
Read More →There’s no better time for an all American party than the three-day weekend preceding President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration. Most of us will be working or in class during the actual ceremony...
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Instead of vowing to follow a strict diet or workout plan for my New Years resolution, I’ve decided cut down Heather Holland on eating meat. I will try not to eat red meat, pork or poultry but will ...
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Every family has certain recipes they cook around the holidays and of course mine is no different. We make goodies for my mom’s clients, neighbors, teachers, grandparents and for Christmas parties. ...
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Scandinavian miners working in the Upper Peninsula used to pack freshly baked pasties (pronounced pas-tees) into their lunch pales in the morning so they would have a warm meal at noon. Over a century...
Read More →These colorful recipes are great during the holiday season when everyone is sick and tired of eating turkey and ham. This fresh take on chicken and vegetables won’t weigh you down like a huge Thanks...
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My birthday was Nov. 5, and being away at home means there wasn’t a special meal waiting for me at dinnertime. Being at college is all about becoming independent, and I guess that includes being abl...
Read More →By Heather Holland Western Herald Nothing says fall like the presence of jack-o-lanterns, so it’s time to stock up on pumpkin to last until Thanksgiving. You can buy fresh pumpkins and then roast ...
Read More →By Heather Holland Western Herald Autumn is finally here, which means it’s time to visit a local orchard and pick fresh, Michigan grown apples. While you’re there, be sure to buy a gallon of homem...
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By Heather Holland Western Herald My friends, roommates and I have begun to gather as a group for game night on Saturday evenings, which basically means my friends and I are too cheap to go out to eat...
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By Heather Holland Pasta dishes are cheap and easy to make and make wonderful leftovers. I’m always looking for something substantial to pack for lunch, and these recipes fit the bill. The lasagna i...
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By Heather Holland Western Herald Football season is finally upon us, which can only mean one thing: time to tailgate! While you’ve never find me partying in the parking lot at 7 a.m., I know all of...
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By Heather Holland Western Herald (Heather Holland/Western Herald) Chocolate peanut butter bars My little sister is a freshman at Michigan State University, and I think it’s about time she got her f...
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