Korean is the new Thai and lamb is the new pork, which was the "other white meat" not too long ago. These are just a few of the discoveries made at the 37th Winter Fancy Food Show where more than 18,000 food fans munched and sipped their way through 80,000 specialty products.

StarChefs.com included Portland, Oregon as a city this year in its Rising Stars Revue. Our own Chef Bill Brooks spent time at the event earlier this month among the winners and shares his perspective.

A special ingredient or a unique preparation can make all the difference in a recipe. In this season of gift giving, we asked four of our corporate chefs to share a favorite tip and impart the best ways to make a few sweets and treats part of your holiday tradition.

Raise your glasses! If there ever was a perfect combination, the wine and cheese duo is it. Now you can combine the varieties on your cheese plate with the offerings in your wine cellar and give your customers another reason to celebrate this holiday season. We’ve taken the mystery out of which wine pairs best with which cheese. And now it’s your turn to cheer!