Food for thought: how well do you tip?
Next time you go out for a meal, here’s some food for thought. How well do you tip? As you likely know, servers rely on the bulk of their income to come in the form of tips. The base pay of $2.13/hour is barely enough to fill up a tank of gas, let alone support a family. The truth is low-wage jobs like food service are among the most popular for low-income individuals because they don’t requi …
We try out three food apps
Clueless in the kitchen, or just want to hone your culinary skills? There’s an app for that! Below are three apps for iPhone or iPad to keep you on your toes: How to Cook Everything: This one is great for those who don’t know where to start. Recipes are organized by ingredient, so you can create recipes based on the contents of your fridge. But that’s not all. Create grocery lis …
Qui’s is a crowd pleaser
It’s always exciting when our restaurant partners get some press. Did you see this review of Qui’s in the Dec. 2 issue of the Journal Gazette? In case you’re not familiar, Qui’s Vietnamese Chinese (formerly Mandarin Chinese) has been a Fort Wayne favorite since they have opened. Qui’s offers excellent Vietnamese and Chinese food at reasonable prices and also …
Fight dry skin with food!
It’s winter again, and that often means dry skin. Did you know you can help control those flakes with your diet? There are foods you can eat that can minimize dryness. Here are a few: Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Think flaxseeds, walnuts, salmon, sardines, soybeans, halibut, shrimp, tofu, scallops and red snapper. Supplements like fish oil and cod liver oil work, too. Sulfur: Garlic, onions, red …
Say goodbye to boring; hello to flavor at BakerStreet
Fort Wayne is lucky to be home to several quality, locally owned restaurants. And BakerStreet is one of them. Whether you’re in the mood for fish, pasta, or just a cocktail, the folks at BakerStreet will take care of you. Executive Chef Chad Kyle and trained culinary staff have created a menu of traditional and specialty fare that is sure to excite and entice guests. In addition, ta …