Fish

Can you handle a saltwater aquarium?

Heather Barnett — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:04:00 -0700

A saltwater aquarium can be a dramatic addition to any room. Filled with exotic fish, it's visually appealing and a great conversation piece. But it isn't exactly easy to care for. Before you invest your time, money and love for your little seafaring pets, make sure you can handle the responsibility.

Small pet chores children can do

Meagan Morris — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:15:00 -0700

The biggest complaint many parents have about pet ownership is that their children won't be able to help and they'll be the ones always taking care of the pets. That's simply not true: Many children -- both younger and older -- are more than willing to help with pet care.

Ideal pets for kids

Meagan Morris — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:06:00 -0700

Dogs and cats might be the most common pets for families, but they're not always the best choices if you have small children. Luckily, we know plenty of animals that do make great pets for small hands and hearts -- and these small pets can prepare kids for owning dogs and cats in the future.

Complete guide to "small" pets

Meagan Morris — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:11:00 -0700

It's easy to know how to take care of dogs and cats: Everyone has them, so if you don't know something, you can just ask. But what about small animals -- how do you take care of them? Luckily, it's not that much more time consuming to take care of smaller animals -- many times, they're actually easier to care for than Fido the Dog or Fluffy the Cat!

Top 5 reasons to get pet fish

Meagan Morris — Thu, 03 May 2012 11:34:00 -0700

Fish don't get a lot of love when it comes to listing animals that make the best pets, but they should. Why? Fish are small little creatures that pack in a ton of benefits as pets. Should you get one? The question should be: What are you waiting for?

How to fake fish tacos

Marye Audet — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 03:36:00 -0800

Create this southwestern sensation in 15 minutes with frozen popcorn fish and slaw mix from the produce section of your grocery store.

Lionfish invading the Caribbean... but it makes a delish dish

Laura Willard — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:56:00 -0700

Lionfish are literally invading the Caribbean. These aggressive and venomous fish began breeding prolifically in the Caribbean around 2000 -- and they haven't stopped. However, chefs have a solution for the lionfish infestation: Eat them! If that sounds gross, keep reading. Apparently, lionfish make for a tasty meal.

Tonight's Dinner: Pecan-crusted Tilapia

Jennifer Richmond — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 08:00:00 -0700

Crusting fish with nuts can turn a plain piece of fish into something the whole family will love.

Tonight's Dinner: Dijon Tilapia Cakes

Jennifer Richmond — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:00:00 -0700

Do your kids only eat fish if they come breaded and in stick form? Next time they ask for fish sticks, whip up some tasty cakes instead. They'll be begging for more.

Chef Fabio Viviani: Eco-friendly cookware and recipes

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:11:00 -0700

Looking for a tasty way to go green in the kitchen? Try swapping your conventional non-stick cookware for an eco-friendly brand of cookware that is passionately recommended by a celebrity chef! Leading Italian cookware maker Bialetti recently partnered with the fan favorite Top Chef star chef Fabio Viviani to promote their new Aeternum eco-friendly pans. Here’s what chef Viviani has to say about the green cookware and a few of his favorite Italian recipes that you, too, can cook to delicious perfection.

Why should kids eat seafood?

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:01:00 -0800

Seafood has long been a protein source for athletes and body builders to aid in sculpting their bodies into perfection, but how can it impact little bodies that are still growing? Picky eaters might be your biggest barrier in getting your wee ones to chow down on more seafood, but if they do, there are numerous benefits. Here are a few expert reasons why children should get their weekly intake of seafood.

Heart health: Eat Mediterranean to reverse heart disease

Karen Hawthorne — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 08:38:00 -0800

After losing her father to his second heart attack and fearing that her husband would suffer the same fate after his first, Dr. Janet Bond Brill, a nutrition expert in Pennsylvania, was inspired to write Prevent a Second Heart Attack: 8 Foods, 8 Weeks to Reverse Heart Disease. The book offers health tips, a two-week eating plan and recipes – tools to help people eat their way to good health.

Manly Valentine’s Day gifts for your guy

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 10:25:00 -0800

Sure, a box of dark chocolates, sexy lingerie or a spa package may be exactly what you want, but your guy is hoping for Valentine’s Day gifts that are more in line with his lifestyle. Forget the black boxers with red hearts , and head to the local outdoor sports and hunting stores for manly Valentine’s Day gifts that your guy will love.

Elegant and chic holiday recipes

Michele Borboa, MS — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:49:00 -0800

The holidays bring family and friends together to celebrate the festive season over delectable feast and drink. To help make your holiday dinner a mouthwateringly memorable holiday affair, Chef Jacques Haeringer of Washington DC’s legendary restaurant L’Auberge Chez Francois, shares his holiday feast philosophy and three elegant, yet easy, holiday recipes.

The great fish debate

Tiernan McKay — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:14:00 -0700

If you are or have ever been an expectant mom, you've probably wondered about eating fish during your pregnancy. Your quest for answers may have left you with more questions, or at least a fuzzy understanding of how you should -- or shouldn't -- proceed.

Tonight's Dinner: New England Clam Chowder

Brooke McLay — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0700

With the weather cooling down, it's time to heat up the kitchen with this easy, classic New England Clam Chowder recipe. Warm, hearty, and absolutely perfect when served with crusty french bread and a green salad.

Tonight's Dinner: Tuna Pasta

Brooke McLay — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:57:00 -0700

Sometimes you tote tuna sandwiches to lunch. Good for you! But, tuna is a quick, inexpensive dinnertime protein, too. This simple tuna pasta is tasty, filling, and full of good fats.

New drug for breast cancer: Fish oil?

Dr Barry Sears — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:20:00 -0700

Breast cancer accounts for more than 25 percent of all female cancers. It is also strongly linked to obesity, which means as the obesity crisis accelerates, we can expect to see an increase in breast cancer rates. Following a healthy anti-inflammatory diet can decrease your chances of becoming obese and ultimately help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Here’s how eating the right fats – omega 3s – can help you fend off this life-threatening disease.

FDA debates genetically modified salmon

Meagan Morris — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:04:00 -0700

A Massachusetts company wants to bring genetically modified salmon to seafood counters around the United States. Will it be as tasty as regular salmon?

Seafood and vegetarian recipes for Lent

Michele Borboa, MS — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:36:00 -0800

If you are among the millions of people observing Lent - starting February 17 this year - and planning on meat-free Fridays, sink your teeth into these seafood and vegetarian recipes.

Simple braising techniques and recipes

Diana De Cicco — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:16:00 -0800

Braising is a very simple cooking technique that results in succulent, tender, juicy meat. Braising typically requires a quick sear on the stovetop and then a long finish in a covered pot with liquid. Braising works very well with tougher and less expensive cuts of meat and tougher vegetables because the long, slow cook time breaks them down into mouthwatering morsels that not only become a tasty dish, but also a meal that is quite cheap. Here are some tips and recipes for braised meats, fish and vegetables.