Also known as the Chinese gooseberry, kiwifruit is a very delicious fruit that is known for its appearance and flavor.

Kiwis are about egg size and have a brown fuzzy-like surface. When cut open a bright lime green flesh is revealed. Within the bright lime green flesh are black seeds which can be eaten. The skin is somewhat tough, but the flesh is soft. There are both green and yellow kiwifruit.

The Gold Kiwifruit has a yellow flesh which is characterized by its sweet flavor and less acidic base which is found in the traditional green kiwifruit. The golden variety is also shaped with a pointed end and is a bit less hairy than the green variety of the kiwifruit. It should be noted that although most people removed the skin from the kiwi before consumption it is edible.

Ever try to prepare potatoes in advance to save yourself time?

It’s a great idea until you notice the cut and peeled potatoes have turned a weird shade of gray.

To prevent this, simply try submerging the prepared potatoes in a bowl of cold

water and refrigerating until use.  Kiss those shades of gray goodbye!

Ever find yourself searching for the perfect portioned frozen dinner?

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This may not be the perfect movie to watch with the kids, but what’s something we’re all guilty of during the summer?—eating fast food!  With so many different things going, sometimes we need a little break from cooking and what better way to do this then pick up some quick fast food!

In the documentary, Super Size Me, Morgan Spurlock volunteers himself to eat McDonalds meals three times a day for 30 days to show its harmful effects on the human body.  To see what doctors discover, pick up a copy of his insightful film and maybe you’ll think twice before eating that late night Big Mac AND instead, eat my meatballs LOL!

I was just in Philadelphia (an incredible place to be) and I had to go to BOTH Geno’s AND Pat’s to get my Philly Cheesesteak fix. There’s a lot of history behind these competitors who are literally across the street from each other. I believe the claim that each has never tried the others Cheesesteak.

Of course, they both claim to be the best. While Pat’s location is very understated, Geno’s has the neon signage going on. As you approach this historical south Philly intersection (9th Street and Passyunk Avenue) and make your way around the tour buses and crowds of people taking photos — you can actually smell this local delicacy.

I started at Pat’s and had the steak with onions and cheese wiz. It was delicious. Then I headed to Geno’s had the same combination.

Here is my professional opinion. Thank goodness both locations exist!

• First, if there was just one you would probably have to wait on line for 6 months to get served.
• Second and the most important reason, both had their own twist on this hero.

Both in my opinion were outstanding. So I say, “Geno, Pat go shake hands and break cheesesteak together!” We have enough war going on.

I, for sure will back.

Enjoy
Daniel

If you’re in NYC today at 2:30, come to the James Beard pop-up space at Chelsea Market – Daniel Mancini is on a panel about turning your foodie dreams into a business. Other panelists include founders of Amy’s Bread, Kelso Beer, Fine & Raw Chocolate, Babycakes, il Laboratorio del Gelato and Luke’s Lobster. Liz Vaccariello, editor of Every Day with Rachael Ray, will moderate.