Food

Crazy for cooking
Rim woman shares years of kitchen expertise
February 5, 2010
Star Valley resident Shirley Snyder is one of the contributors to the 2009 Taste of Home cookbook, Freezer Pleasers. A few years ago, she was one of the winners in the Roundup’s recipe contest.
Store offers ‘back to basic’ healthy living products, services
January 19, 2010
After opening nearly 18 years ago, Back to Basics is one of the few longstanding businesses left in town. Recently, the health food market, at 908 N. Beeline, added a few new services to its already large list of alternative products and medicines.
Host a holiday party without the hassle
Lots of good eating recipes for the holidays
November 20, 2009
Your holiday party could be just a family gathering, an open house or a whole gang of people descending on your cozy Rim Country home. Regardless of the group you have to feed, there are things to do to take the hassle out of holiday entertaining and make it just as happy for you as for your guests.
For the love of chili
Cook-off was benefit for Pine Senior Center
October 30, 2009
In the world of chili cook-offs, some win, some lose, and some just eat a good lunch. At the recent Chili Cook-off Challenge in Pine, which raised money for the senior center, hoards of people paid $3 for little plastic cups to sample the goods stuffed under the ramada.
Vita Mart doubles size in new space
October 6, 2009
After only two years in business, BJ and Christine Bollier of Vita Mart have doubled their number of products. Now they have doubled the size of their store to fit all of the merchandise and add a few new surprises.
Farmers market fills tasty void
Vendors offer produce, herbs, muffins, bread, cheese and honey
September 18, 2009
The tomatoes are endearingly ugly with their blemishes. They grow either in Payson or close by, were delivered to the farmers market by car and not semi-truck, and they taste delicious.
For the love of cooking
Making comfort foods at the Payson Public Library
August 14, 2009
My experience in a real cooking class has been limited to home economics in high school. Over the years I’ve been at a recipe demonstration by a Pampered Chef sales representative; a lesson given at the Payson Bashas’ by Gerardo Moceri of Gerardo’s Italian Bistro; and a workshop Gary Bedsworth gave as part of the Women’s Wellness Forum. None of these was a hands-on experience, just watch and learn and sample the finished product.
Of books and cooking
Library director leads program based on noted Arizona author’s work
June 12, 2009
Fans of reading, Mexican food and cooking had a red-letter day last month at the Payson Public Library with the Capirotada Cooking Class and Book Discussion.
High country chefs promise great things
March 6, 2009
Christopher Creek and Kohl’s Ranch will make a good showing at the March 7 A Taste of Rim Country. Both Kohl’s Ranch Zane Grey Steakhouse and Creekside Steakhouse & Tavern will have representatives at the 5 p.m. event at the Payson Public Library.
A taste of Rim Country
Culinary students share talents at upcoming event
February 20, 2009
For the second year, students in the culinary arts program at Payson High School will share their talents and skills at A Taste of Rim Country.
Need for help increases
Rim Country food banks give this holiday season
November 20, 2008
With demand up and donations down, local food and clothing banks are hungry for assistance. The holiday season is always rough for charities looking to fill the need of area families with holiday food boxes and warm clothing. With the economy on a hiatus this season, people have less to give and need for more.
Easy, elegant holiday brunch
November 19, 2008
Whether it’s for out-of-town holiday guests or a get together with friends, cooking for a crowd can seem like a daunting idea. A simple holiday brunch with menu items that you make ahead can minimize the hustle and bustle of the season while maximizing the time you get to spend with loved ones.
surprising side dishes
October 15, 2008
Everyone loves rich and creamy side dishes to accompany their favorite dinner entrées. These classic recipes have been reinvented with a few surprising ingredients and deliciously creamy results with the help of lowfat evaporated milk.
Second wine tasting series moves to Gerardo’s
October 10, 2008
Tickets are now available for the second round of the “Wines of the World Tasting Series,” a very popular fund-raiser for the Payson Humane Society building fund.
Family-friendly recipes
Good for you and good for your pocketbook
October 9, 2008
A recent Nielsen study found 93 percent of shoppers are worried about rising food prices. Here’s the good news: a little creativity and a few fresh ideas can make family favorites nutritious and delicious without breaking the bank or sacrificing quality.

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