Although the 1887 edition of "The White House Cook Book" confidently presents these items of advice under the heading "Facts Worth Knowing," samples are quoted here for their historical value only:

When Diane De Filipi sold the Ink House Bed and Breakfast in St. Helena in 2004, she faced the question of what to do with all the hours she had typically spent looking after guests.

The popular and highly acclaimed Foothill Caf may be closed but it will only be for a short time.

NEW YORK -- In a country where people routinely purchase premade versions of easy-to-make foods like croutons (seasoned toast), pancake mix (flour and baking powder) and even pre-buttered garlic bread, it shouldn't be a surprise that they also unthinkingly squander money on sugared-up, bottled salad dressings.

Register Staff Writer