For those who have been missing out on the lush flavor butter lends to food, a luscious alternative is here: Meyenberg European-style goat milk butter. All natural with no preservatives, the milk comes from goats free of antibiotics and growth hormones. It originated with the son of a Swiss immigrant. In 1934 John Meyenberg became the first American to evaporate goat’s milk, and the family tradition continues today. The butter, which has a richer taste than cow’s butter, is a tasty addition to toast and vegetables, and cooks up a great omelet. It is available at Whole Foods Markets, Wild Oats Community Markets, Albertson’s, King Soopers, Safeway, City Market and Wal-Mart Supercenters.
On-the-go breakfasts double the rate 10 years ago
According to The Washington Post, 6 percent of all breakfasts are consumed on the go, double the rate 10 years ago, says the NPD Group. Nearly a quarter of all breakfast meals ordered at restaurants are eaten in the car, up more than 40 percent over 1993. Coffee is the No. 1 item consumed in the morning, whether at home or away. The National Coffee Association says 87 percent of Americans are drinking coffee at breakfast, up from 84 percent last year. The top-selling supermarket breakfast items for the year ending in July: Frozen doughnuts are in. Frozen bagels are out. Drinkable yogurt is in. Powdered breakfast drinks are out. Granola and yogurt bars are in. Breakfast bars are out.
“Denver Food & Wine Classic” will benefit charities and Katrina relief
The Colorado Restaurant Association Education Fund and Southern Wine & Spirits of Colorado will hold a “Denver Food & Wine Classic,” which the group calls the largest single-day food- and wine-tasting experience in Colorado from 2-6 p.m. Sept. 25.
The Universal Lending Pavilion event includes more than 300 wines and spirits; food from well-known restaurants; and a silent and live auction featuring wines, restaurant certificates and a trip to Napa Valley. Proceeds go to the Colorado Restaurant Association Fund, Post-News Charities and the American Red Cross’ Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund.
This year, the inaugural event hopes to raise more than $150,000. Tickets are $50 in advance or $60 at the door. The classic will also kick off the new two-week “Dining in Denver” celebration Sept. 25-Oct. 9, during which participating restaurants will offer specials to customers. Visit denverfoodandwine.com or call 303-830-2972.
– Ellen Sweets
