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With powerful Hurricane Earl on a path toward the Eastern Seaboard, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing recommendations for residents in the American Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and on the mainland from North Carolina to Maine.

When it comes to innovation, the people of New Orleans may be leading the pack. Perhaps it's because after crisis, you gain a new appreciation for the best things in life, like great flavors!

When it comes to innovation, the people of New Orleans may be leading the pack. Perhaps it's because after crisis, you gain a new appreciation for the best things in life, like great flavors!

Yes, it's National Trail Mix Day today, August 31. That end-of-summer holiday we all look forward to each year. So, instead of cookies or chips, perhaps today your snack should be a nice zip-lock bag of trail mix. Check out our trail mix fun facts!

Are you still eating oysters? You aren't alone. Even in the Gulf Coast area, hard hit by the oil spill, people are reportedly eating oysters. But, they may be coming at a higher cost.

You know the impact is far reaching when it hits Twitter. Well, a new Twitter Profile out of Alabama claims to be the source for breaking news, video, photos, and volunteer information to help save the Gulf from the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

August 25 was declared a National Day of Action for something called the CitizenGulf Project.The benefit reportedly was designed to help fishing families find a new future by providing education resources for their children.

Planet Green is running a series of posts on the impact of the Gulf Oil Spill from chefs and food thinkers. We're all for it, especially when they bring us the high level of thought demonstrated in their recent interview with Mario Batali.

What Kind of Nut Are You? Crunch the numbers in the Fisher Nut Personality Quiz and perhaps you may find a clue to the real you.

Twenty U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspectors are now focusing on the two big Iowa egg farms involved in the massive egg recall of more than 500 million eggs. The two affected farms have been identified as Hillandale Farms and Wright County Egg.

About 550 million eggs have now been recalled following a salmonella outbreak that has sickened hundreds. The Egg Safety Center, a site run by egg producers, has an continuously updated list of brands and descriptions.

When students shop for food, their priorities tend to favor economy over nutrition. Cheap eats are the order of the day. Hence the popularity of Ramen Noodles. Some might call this delicacy the Official Cuisine of the Collegiate Scene.

Do you make life a little sweeter for someone else? Well, then you may be able to lay claim to a free case of lemonade from New Leaf Brands. Winners will be announced on Friday, August 20, which is National Lemonade Day. Enter now via Twitter or Facebook.

The American Culinary Federation honored chefs, culinary industry professionals and foodservice establishments at the 2010 ACF National Convention held at the Anaheim Marriott, Anaheim, Calif.

While researching our Top Ten Snack Trends article, we tested and tasted a great many new products. Here are the ones that captured our attention.

It's summertime and that means Farmers Markets, fresh vegetables, and the abundance of items such as corn. And it's even better when you can eat some as a fundraiser for a local food pantry!

After four days of impassioned speeches, enthusiastic sales pitches, miles of walking and probably too much tasty sampling, we had experienced a lot at this summer's SNA conference. Here’s our attempt to narrow it down to a Top Ten list.

When it comes to promotions, some restaurant concepts are putting their people out in front. See what Raising Cane's is doing to connect with its customers.

The Original SoupMan, a New York icon thanks to a Jerry Seinfeld episode, has re-opened in its original location at 55th Street and 8th Avenue. And, he's offering an at-home version if you don't want to play by the rules!

Chili's Grill & Bar, known for serving fired-up foods, has fired up a shot instead of the grill. During the ESPY awards, actors Steve Carell and Paul Rudd spoofed LeBron James/ESPN telecast of 'The Decision.' Chili's has responded with mock outrage.

A popular Chicago restaurant is expanding its reach nationally.

Kenneth Gilbert has been named executive chef of the AAA Four Diamond property, PGA National Resort & Spa, and will oversee the resort's culinary operation.

National Restaurant Association members now have access to a suite of nutrition-analysis providers at discounted rates to help them plan and enhance their menus.

We made the list! Noted food industry follower Peter Romeo has published his list of the top 50 restaurant sites, based on number of followers. Check out his full story!

Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) was named the 2010 District of the Year in School Nutrition today during the 2nd General Session of the SNA’s Annual National Conference. The district was awarded $25,000 to make further improvements to its program.

Fans of the sport of competitive eating are still talking about this year’s hot dog eating contest at New York’s Coney Island—not so much about Joey Chestnut’s victory, but about the on-stage antics of former champ Takeru Kobayashi.

VIDEO: Chef Emeril Lagasse answers a few questions about real food, kitchen fun and what he likes to prepare on Independence Day Weekend.

The School Nutrition Association's Annual National Conference kicks off July 11, facing a variety of challenges, and hoping to build on SNA's partnership with First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! campaign. The Food Channel crew will be on the scene.

The flavors of India, exotic vinegars and all things bacon are topping the trends from the Summer Fancy Food Show, which is produced by the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade.

Winners were announced this week for the 38th sofi Awards for the outstanding foods and beverages of the year. Presented by the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NASFT), the awards were presented at the Fancy Food Show in New York.