'The Bachelor' star Jason Mesnick speaks | Q&A

Kirkland resident Jason Mesnick of ABC’s “The Bachelor,” which shows at 8 p.m. Mondays. - Courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc.
Courtesy of Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc.
Kirkland resident Jason Mesnick of ABC’s “The Bachelor,” which shows at 8 p.m. Mondays.
Jason Mesnick has been asked about heartache before.

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Too Much Salt in Our Bread, U.S. Government Study Finds

The highest amount of salt Americans eat comes from bread, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Nearly 50 percent of the salt consumed in the U.S. is linked to popular foods such as baked goods, cold cuts, cured meats, pizza, poultry, soups, sandwiches, cheese, pasta and snacks like pretzels and...

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Blogs 3:35 PM February 12, 2012 Timi Gustafson, R.D., a Community Blog

Esmeraldas Homemade Chocolate Pudding

Valentine's Day is just a few days away and all I can think about is chocolate! Nothing satisfies and comforts me more that a rich creamy simple pudding. I love the simplicity of this recipe because you just need a few ingredients. The most important ingredient is the chocolate ... Republica Del Cacao directly supports farmers to sustainably produce exquisite...

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Blogs 7:48 AM February 12, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

It’s an American Whirl

Loud & About Column by Heija Nunn My daughter “Sistafoo” is not a good girl, not in the classic sense of the word. Her greatest girly-girl deficit has been her failure to adopt all things Mattel –  including that busty icon Barbie. Instead, Sistafoo prefers the recycle bin, an obsession with a game called Minecraft, the boob...

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Blogs 2:25 PM February 10, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Crack some bubbly, no matter the season

By Nat Levy Just because it’s not New Year’s Eve doesn’t mean the season of celebration has ended. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we’re not too far away from the Mom/Dad/Grad triumvirate that kicks off many a summer party. This specialized wine uses only three grapes in its production – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and...

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Blogs 2:22 PM February 10, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Chocolate Hazelnut Layered Mousse – Gluten Free, Non-Dairy, Vegan

Looking for the perfect dessert to make for a special someone this Valentine's Day?Yes, Cupid ... even Gluten Free, Non-Dairy and Vegans can enjoy this creamy, crunchy and chocolaty dessert!This is so easy but it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen and is another great excuse to make something in my favorite Weck Jars!But how do...

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Blogs 6:55 PM February 9, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

Vian Hunter House of Fashion

Fashion designer Lisa Vian Hunter, of Mercer Island, at her shop, Vian Hunter House of Fashion, in the Madison Valley neighborhood of Seattle on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Vian Hunter is a design competitor on NBC’s new reality series ‘Fashion Star.’  More photos after the jump… To be honest I had no idea what to expect...

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Blogs 12:15 PM February 9, 2012 Focus Northwest, a Staff Blog

Heart Health Month – An Important Reminder

February is “Heart Health Month.” Health advocacy groups and organizations like the American Heart Association (AHA), the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) want to remind us that heart disease is the most common cause of death in America and deserves more of our attention. Sadly, heart disease has become nothing short...

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Blogs 1:38 PM February 8, 2012 Timi Gustafson, R.D., a Community Blog

The Perfect Body

Whether we admit it or not, we all are concerned about our physical appearance. Being attractive is an important issue for most people – and for many good reasons. Statistics show that having the right look has many advantages in society. According to the Social Issues Research Center (SIRC), a non-profit institute specializing in global socio-cultural trends, attractive...

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Blogs 1:22 PM February 8, 2012 Timi Gustafson, R.D., a Community Blog

Made with amoré | Local shop makes buying chocolate personal again

Story and Photos by Celeste Gracey The man stepped into the little chocolate shop with a greater interest in addressing the shopkeeper than sorting through which of the 40 bonbon flavors to take home. The tradition has been a bright spot in his recent weeks, which have been spent working through his mother’s death. Brenda Archuletta, owner...

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Blogs 11:55 AM February 6, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Gluten Free Spaghetti With Lemony Garlic Sautéed Kale

After many years of separation ....I have finally decided to really accept my relationship and embrace it. You see ...many years ago I had to break-up with a love that used to comfort me, warm meand fullfill me with such joy ...I am happy to say that the time apart was worth it.We both had time to expand our...

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Blogs 11:15 AM February 6, 2012 Gluten Free Foodies, a Community Blog

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