I have a story about two new books: Diane Daniel's "Farm Fresh North Carolina" and Sheri Castle's "The New Southern Garden Cookbook." Look to the right under Related Content to see Castle's recipe for Strawberry Tiramisu Trifles.

Then go HERE to see the printable list of pick your own farms in the Triangle.

Suzanne Havala Hobb's On the Table column is an interview with Castle about cooking what's in season.

Greg Cox's last Epicurean column was published today. It shares news about Relish Cafe and Bar in North Raleigh and Red Monkey Tavern in Crabtree Valley Mall.

Today's Specialty of the House recipe is the pots de creme at Frazier's. If you would like a recipe from a local restaurant, send an email to ggcox [at] bellsouth.net.

Kathleen Purvis answers a question today about whether Slow Cooker temperatures have changed. Go HERE to read her answer. If you have a question about cooking, send an email to kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

In light of the royal wedding Friday, we have a recipe for the groom's cake, thanks to the Chicago Tribune. Go HERE.

Kathleen Purvis, my cohort in Charlotte, has you covered for Easter recipes from artichoke and asparagus salad to herbed polenta. Go HERE to see story. Remember recipes are to the right under Related Content.

Greg Cox shares news about 2 new Hillsborough restaurants: Hillsborough BBQ Company and Antonia's in his weekly Epicurean column.

Suzanne Havala Hobbs' On the Table column is all about how your diet can affect the planet.

Today's Specialty of the House recipe is the chocolate whopper cookie at Mad Hatter Cafe in Durham. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send a note to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Kathleen Purvis answers a cooking question about quinoa. If you have a cooking question, send those to kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

Matt Garfield, our city hall reporter, had a story about the city council's public hearing about the food truck debate in Raleigh. Go HERE to read it.

I wrote a story about Supper Clubs and the many forms they take today.

I had an interview today with Andrea Reusing, the chef/owner at Lantern in Chapel Hill, about her new cookbook, "Cooking in the Moment."

Suzanne Havala Hobb's On the Table column is about spring cleaning your diet.

Greg's Epicurean column is about Bull City  Burger & Brewery in Durham, Brewmasters Bar & Grill, the former Cherry Bomb Grill in Raleigh, and the opening of Tribeca Tavern's second location in North Raleigh.

The Specialty of the House recipe is Foster's oyster Rockefeller. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send a note to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Kathleen Purvis answers a question about Parmesan. If you have a cooking question, send those to kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

Check out my interview with Sara Foster of Foster's Market about her new cookbook in tomorrow's paper.

I just wanted to point out our stories in today's paper.

Kathleen Purvis has a story about that old Southern favorite: Fried Pies.

My column today is about a North Carolina flour mill partnering with food scientist Shirley Corriher..

Kathleen Purvis' column is about an old friend of a recipe resurfacing in her life.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column is about two new Taiwanese restaurants: Taipei Cafe in Morrisville and Taipei 101 in Cary.

There is no Specialty of the House recipe today. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send a note to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

I just wanted to point out our stories in today's paper.

Kathleen Purvis has a story about how to spring clean your kitchen. Did you know people with pets are six times more likely to get salmonella-based infections?

My column today is about my not-so-successful pantry challenge.

I also wrote a story about Chef Ludo Lefebvre bringing his pop up restaurant to Raleigh for one night only. They start taking reservations at 10 a.m. TODAY.

Suzanne Havala Hobbs' On the Table column is about adding fiber to your diet.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column is about Fai Thai, what has replaced Duck & Dumpling in downtown Raleigh; and the Southern Durham Confection Company.

This week's Specialty of the House recipe is the Salem Street Pub's black bean and rice burger. Go HERE to see the recipe, which is on the right under Related Content. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send a note to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Kathleen Purvis answers a question about where the sodium resides in a can of soup: broth or solids. If you have a cooking question, send those to kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

Here are links to today's food stories in case you missed them:

Attention pizza geeks: we had a New York Times story about the best homemade pizza dough.

I have an interview with Molly O'Neill, author of "One Big Table: A Portrait of American Cooking." You have two chances to meet her this week. Go HERE to see my earlier blog post for details. 

Kathleen Purvis' column is about not letting meal planning scare you.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column is about Ballymor, an Irish pub in North Raleigh and Aviator Smokehouse in the historic Varina district of Fuquay Varina.

Suzanne Havala Hobbs' On The Table column is about chopped salads as an easier way to eat more raw food.

Today's Specialty of the House recipe is the Butternut Squash Lasagne recipe from Poppyseed Market in North Raleigh. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send an e-mail to ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Today's Cook Q&A is about easy methods of cooking vegetables. If you have a cooking question, send those to Kathleen Purvis, the food editor at The Charlotte Observer via e-mail: kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

In case you missed Fred Thompson's Weekend Gourmet column, he offers a new recipe for corned beef just in time for St. Patrick's Day.

Here are links to today's food stories in case you missed them:

I have a story to help you move beyond chili when it comes to your slow cooker. Did you know you can use it to make lasagna and creme brulee?

My column today is about being bested by beets in my home kitchen.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column is about the opening of The Eddy in Saxapahaw and the closing of Bonne Soiree in Chapel Hill.

Suzanne Havala Hobbs' On The Table column offers guidance on how to decipher nutritional value in processed food.

Today's Specialty of the House recipes are Market's Stewed Pork and Hominy and Herbed Grits. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, Greg Cox can help. Send an e-mail to ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Today's Cook Q&A is about how long food will stay frozen in a faulty freezer. If you have a cooking question, send those to Kathleen Purvis, the food editor at The Charlotte Observer via e-mail: kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

Kathleen Purvis has a story today about flexitarians: carnivores who occasionally abstain from meat.

I have a story about the daughter and granddaughter of Mildred Council, aka Mama Dip, who have started their own food businesses.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column shares news about Antonio’s Gourmet Market in Raleigh, (They serve muffulettas. I need to get there!) Jahan International Market & Persian Tea Room in Chapel Hill, Li Ming’s Global Mart in Durham and The Beer Dispensary in Apex.

This week's Specialty of the House is the butterscotch brownies from Bogart's. If you want to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send an email to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Suzanne Havala Hobb's On the Table column is about root vegetables.

Today's Cook's Q&A is about what to use instead of wine in recipes. If  you have a cooking questions, send an email to Kathleen Purvis, kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com.

We have a story about meatloaf with four intriguing recipes. Remember: recipe links are to the right of the story.

I have a story about Margalit Mermelstein, 8, of North Raleigh, who is a finalist in Jif's Most Creative Sandwich contest.

Suzanne Havala Hobbs' On the Table column is about eating on the run in England.

Greg's Epicurean column is about new bars just in time for March madness: Gorman Street Pub in Raleigh and Characters Corner in Garner.

This week's Specialty of the House recipe is for the lemon Johnny cake with sweet potato butter at Bean & Barrel in Chapel Hill.

I also wanted to point out Josh Shaffer's column about the man who invented the honey roasted peanut.

In today's paper, in case you missed it:

Kathleen Purvis helps readers understand the new dietary guidelines' stance on salt. Go HERE to read her story.

My column today is about Southern Season's most popular class: biscuits.

Greg Cox's Epicurean column is all about new Asian restaurants in Raleigh: Sushi Nine on Western Boulevard, Bedford Sushi & Grill and Bangkok Thai, both in North Raleigh.

Today's Specialty of the House is the Shrimp Linguini with Spinach Pesto Cream from Pronto Pasta. If you would like to request a recipe from a local restaurant, send a request to Greg Cox at ggcox [at] bellsouth.net

Today's Cook Q&A is a question about non-cook lasagna noodles. If you have any cooking questions, those can be sent to Charlotte Observer food editor Kathleen Purvis at kpurvis [at] charlotteobserver.com

If you missed Fred Thompson's Sunday Dinner column about how to make the best scrambled eggs, go HERE.