Lifestyle
News Staff
Porto (port wine) often is mistaken to be a depth-of-winter libation sipped while gazing at a roaring fire, the finale to a robust meal. Porto certainly works in that scenario, but you miss out if you so limit your porto possibilities.
Port can be enjoyed any time, including chilled in summer.
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Choosing fruit trees
News Staff
Few things are more satisfying for a gardener than to walk out into their own backyard and pluck a juicy, just-right peach directly from the tree; or a juicy, plump plum; or a crisp, juicy apple or pear. All are possibilities for West Texas gardeners.
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Wine facts and trivia, Part Two
Gus Clemens
C U I S I N E & C U LT U R E | WINE@CWADV.COM
More interesting facts and trivia about wine:
• World wine production averages around 6.5 billion gallons a year.
• Portugal has the most wine consumption in the world at 13.7 gallons per person per year.
• Italy drinks 12.3 gallons, France 12.
Thursday, February 29, 2024
PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA A calorie-dense body fuel. Granola is a fantastic snack or even a little dessert. | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO
Peanut butter granola makes great snack, dessert
Angelina L
CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM
Granola always sounds like a healthy option. But if we partake in store-bought granola when looking for something actually good for us,itisimperativetoreadthe labels. Most are prepared with a good bit of oil and sugar.
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Luncheon honors Deputy Elizando
News Staff
GarzaCountySheriffTerryMorganstoodwithDeputyRickElizando during his going away luncheon held at the Law Enforcement Center last week.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
'Uncomplicated' grain bowl offers spicy option
News Staff
“Uncomplicated” nutritious bowl I make many types of grain bowls and enjoy the ease and flexibility. I can makethemwithwhateveris left in my fridge at any given time. Or, I plan a themed grainbowl,suchasanAsian style packed with brown or white rice and veggies one might find in a stir fry.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Wine facts and trivia, Part One
News Staff
Some interesting facts and curiosities about wine:
• The Bible mentions wine 247 times. Forty of those mentions are negative and generally warn against abuse. There are 145 positive mentions, usually in the context of meals, blessings and worship.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
CHUNKY MONKEY MINI MUFFINS These Muffins are a guiltless snack with a handful of pure ingredients that are sure to satisfy the mid-afternoon craving or make for a great grab-and-go breakfast. | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO
Chunky Monkey Mini Muffins are a “guiltless” satisfying snack
News Staff
There are so many ways to enjoy a sweet, nutritious treat without loading up on processed foods, refined sugar, or unhealthy fats.
This recipe was already a winner, being made without all-purpose flour or refined sugar.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
According to Post Malone,“Rosé is for when you want to get a little fancy. It’s a nice switch up and I have been thinking about doing my own wine for a while. It was great to work with Global Brand Equities because they saw the vision and we got to do some super cool stuff. Maison No. 9 goes down smoothly, and you’re all going to love it!” | COURTESY PHOTO OF THE PROVENCE REGION
WINE GLUT offers more wine and more choices of wines at better prices
News Staff
Wine has enjoyed quite a run. Consumption up for decades. Quality up—the best in the 8,000-year history of wine. Availability is up, thanks in no small part to the elimination of antediluvian restrictions on direct-to-consumer wine sales.
Nothing, however, lasts forever.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Holy Cross Church to provide Fish Fry plates and hold a drawing during Lent
Anna Gibson
With the weather changing, calendars flipping, and holidays fading behind us, the signs of Lent draw near at the Holy Cross Church of Post. Lent is one of the Catholic liturgical calendar’s five seasons, along with Advent, Christmas, Easter, and Ordinary Time.
Thursday, February 15, 2024