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Cut the chaos with a weekly kitchen reset
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Cut the chaos with a weekly kitchen reset

  • By Lucy Brewer The Associated Press

Americans spend more than half their food budget eating out or grabbing takeout; this is significant given that food prices at grocery stores …

A labor of love
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A labor of love

  • By Aaron Velasquez Daily Journal correspondent
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For Asta Venclovaite and Dziugas Dzikaras, the current owners of Broadway Grill, their journey has been a winding and uncertain one.

Beef prices have soared in the US — and not just during grilling season
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Beef prices have soared in the US — and not just during grilling season

  • By JOSH FUNK AP Business Writer

Anyone firing up the grill this summer already knows hamburgers and steaks are expensive, but the latest numbers show prices have climbed to record highs. And experts say consumers shouldn't expect much relief soon either. According to U.S. government data, the average price of a pound of ground beef rose to $6.12 in June, up nearly 12% from a year ago. The average price of all uncooked beef steaks rose 8% to $11.49 per pound. But this is not a recent phenomenon. Beef prices have been steadily rising over the past 20 years because the supply of cattle remains tight while beef remains popular. That's not likely to change.

Classic cookout foods with modern twists
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Classic cookout foods with modern twists

  • By Anne Jolly The Associated Press

Despite rising food costs, Americans still plan to grill out and are expected to spend $1 billion on meat — particularly beef — for each of th…

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The Urban Libraries Council announced San Mateo County Libraries was one of the 20 most innovative libraries in the nation in recognition of i…