January 2017 Blog Archive

Valentine’s Day Across Florida Tue, Jan 31, 2017 Are you looking for ways to make your Valentine’s Day extra sweet? Stonewood Grill & Tavern—along with some of our favorite spots across the state—can help! Take a look at today’s blog to see some of the best, most creative ways to spend your day wi... Read More

Macaroni Art: The Evolution of an Edible Art Form Fri, Jan 27, 2017 If you have school-age children, you might already be expecting to receive a piece of macaroni art (or two) as a sweet handmade gift this Valentine’s Day. We’ve come to expect the heartfelt, whimsical and perhaps a tad bit gluey designs as a rite of... Read More

Super Bowl Food Feats Tue, Jan 24, 2017 Are you geared up for the Super Bowl? The biggest day in football just so happens to be a big one for food lovers, too, as record amounts of our favorite foods are eaten on this day every year. What is it about football, loud fans, and team spirit t... Read More

Why We Love Thursdays Wed, Jan 18, 2017 As the famous song goes, “everybody’s working for the weekend.” But we think the build up to the end of the workweek—Thursday nights in particular—are just as sweet! Take a look at today’s blog to see why Thursdays are worth a special spot on your c... Read More

The Fascinating Feats of Chocolate Wed, Jan 11, 2017 Few can deny the rich decadence of chocolate—dark, milk, hot, cold, and just about any other way you can imagine. But there’s good news for those with a sweet tooth—chocolate can actually be good for you, too! See the surprising science in today’s ... Read More

Why Our Favorite Food Pairings Work Mon, Jan 09, 2017 From steak and potatoes to peanut butter and jelly, there are some food pairings that just work—but have you ever wondered why? In today’s blog, we will be exploring the practical reasons behind some of our favorite food duos. Now that you know wh... Read More

Revisiting the Kids Menu Fri, Jan 06, 2017 If you’re guilty of perusing the kids menu or sneaking a bite or two from your child’s plate at dinner, you’re not alone! Kid-friendly classics like chicken tenders or mac and cheese don’t get any less delicious the older you get. Today, we’re taki... Read More

The Meaning Behind Common Food Phrases Wed, Jan 04, 2017 It’s all gravy here! Butter me up. Take it with a grain of salt. You’ve likely used one or two of these food-centric phrases (in addition to many more!). While these sayings have made their way into popular American vernacular, their origins—when... Read More

A Closer Look at Dinner Table Etiquette Mon, Jan 02, 2017 We all know the basics of dinner etiquette—keep your elbows off the table, for example, and always place your napkin in your lap. Have you ever wondered about the reasons behind these practical (and not-so-practical) table manners? In today’s blog, ... Read More