Linda Fehrman

When I used to do food reviews for my college paper my focus was on cheap, filling foods, that were portable and easy to get and eat. One of the things I love about OurDeer is that I can talk about and reference foods that take a little bit…

If I had to list my favorite things, salad would not be on it. I grew up in a one salad family, where romaine lettuce, red wine vinegar, and a few sliced green onions comprised the leafy green accoutrement of our dinner. I am thankful…

Cranberry sauce is one of Thanksgiving’s oldest traditions. It’s likely the Pilgrims ate some form of cranberries – perhaps sauce sweetened with honey, since they didn’t have sugar. And most families wouldn’t consider Thanksgiving dinner…

Schools and music teachers will recommend instruments for beginners, however consider your child with these tips in mind along with their suggestions. 1. Flute Children above the age of 10 will be able to enjoy and play the…

Despite the fact that people around the world are tightening their belts due to slowing economies, gourmet food still holds our interest. One reason for this is that gourmet food needn’t be expensive. The word "gourmet" doesn’t mean…

There are over 3,000 varieties of pears, and many are available all year long. However, from August through October, most pears are at their peak. Packed with fiber, vitamin C, copper, and vitamin K, pears are thought to lower bad…

Although apples are available year round at grocery stores, they are typically at their peak in late August through November. So for the best flavor and nutrition, now’s the time to add apples to your menu. Favorite Ways with…

Here are a few fun food facts to give you a chuckle or make you go taste. The History of Ice Cream Ice cream is a cross between Chinese and Italian food. When explorer Marco Polo visited China in the late 13th century, he…

Many amateur chefs are afraid of adding flavor to their food. They worry they will overpower the dish, or make it unhealthy – or they simply don’t know how to add more flavor to the ordinary white rice or chicken breast nobody seems…

You’ve prepped and cooked and baked and presented your family or guests with a scrumptious Christmas or Hanukkah meal. They’ve eaten themselves silly, but now – what to do with all those leftovers? Here are some simple tricks for eating…