While the cartoon character or superhero on a lunchbox is obviously important, so are its contents. This short list of Alaska made lunch items are perfect for stocking the pantry. Support local business while snacking on food that won’t get boring for you or the kids.
Food
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The sixth Annual Beer and Bacon Festival at The Lakefront Anchorage will be bigger than ever this year, with more restaurants and beer. It’s an opportunity to discover some of the new kids on the block like Turnagain Brewing and revisit old favorites like last year’s winner Double Shovel Cider Co.
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Blueberry Pie Day is April 28, and Alaska has many places to get tasty slices:
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Cinco de Mayo is the annual celebration of Mexico’s unlikely victory over the French at Puebla in 1862. In Alaska, that means fresh fish tacos and margaritas abound, and we’d lift a hand-crafted cocktail to that any day.
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Offering a fresh twist on a classic fan favorite, Lake Otis Parkway Subway in Anchorage’s doors open today at 10 a.m. to unveil its new Fresh Forward concept.
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When it comes to giving gifts, you always hear it’s the thought that counts. But, we think it’s the taste that counts!
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With flu season upon us, there’s no better cure-all than a bowl of hot, beefy broth piled high with spices and thinly sliced meat. We’ve rounded up our “phavorite” eateries when nothing but pho will do.
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Whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah or are simply looking for new recipes to try, these Jewish holiday classics won’t disappoint.
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For baby’s first holiday, give the gift of Bambino’s Baby Food – Alaska-grown, organic, natural and delivering to doorsteps nationwide.
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In Alaska, the seafood industry accounts for billions of dollars in labor activity.
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When leftover Halloween candy is taking over the kitchen, just repurpose it!
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Packed with tryptophan, turkey always takes the blame for making us tired after Thanksgiving dinner. However, there are other foods that may add to the sleepy factor:
- Like turkey, lean game meat, such as elk, lamb and rabbit, is full of tryptophan.
- Naturally high in melatonin, cherries may signal to your body that it’s time to sleep.
- The potassium and magnesium in bananas are healthy but could also make you tired.
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Anchorage’s burgeoning pastry scene will welcome a new edition this fall in Spenard. Dipper Donuts will offer made-from-scratch gourmet doughnuts using locally sourced ingredients.