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Date Night Done Right If a crowded restaurant isn't your idea of a perfect Valentine's Day dinner, take a seat at the most exclusive table in town – yours. Our choice for the most romantic meal is pasta. Just add candles and a bottle of wine (see our …

In Season: Kumquats Late winter marks the arrival of one of the most unusual members of the citrus family, the kumquat. With the shape and size of an olive or grape but the color and overall appearance of a tiny orange, they're certainly unique to look …

On the Side: Veggie Fries If vegetables can take the place of pasta, what can't they be? We thought we'd find out how well some of our favorite veggies transformed into fries. We counted on sweet potatoes but found that carrots, green beans and more also …

… asparagus typically peaks in May, so this is the best time to enjoy. Buy firm, bright green, straight stalks with … bracts) at the tips may trap dirt as the plant grows. Trim off the older, woodier ends or use a vegetable peeler to …

… a look at their key characteristics and the best ways to experience each. Blanco: Unaged, it's clear and has a … stronger wood flavor, which can overtake the agave flavor to such an extent that some well-aged tequilas sip like whiskies. It should be limited to recipes where a woodsy flavor is desired. Good Question: …

… of sweet, buttery flavor and creamy consistency. Look for these flavors near the ice cream toppings: Classic …

… grown up in her family's stores. She has been a key part of Kowalski's Markets since its inception in 1983. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of St. Thomas, followed by her master's in Business Administration from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. After more than …

… Flavor Profile: Cumin Cumin is one of the oldest and most widely used spices in the world. It's … in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. (Fun fact: over a third of the items on Chipotle's menu feature cumin.) The cumin … pan or cooked in oil over low to medium heat. As little as 30 seconds will add meaningful depth of flavor to any recipe …

… R.D., Kowalski's Nutritionist. Summer is a great time for many reasons, one being because it's the best time of the year for sweet cherries! The best fruits come from the West Coast … eating or using. Leave them at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to best enjoy their sweet flavors. Cherries are …

Edible Art: Showpiece Cakes from Kowalski's If you think ordering a custom cake is merely a matter of choosing a flavor, filling and frosting, think again! Sure, you can order a decadent sheet cake in just about any flavor – including our Signature …