Chef Dennis Pitchford debuts his Mixology video series this month with how-tos on the Dry Martini and a Champagne Cocktail. Dennis looks at libations from a unique chef’s perspective and he’ll be mixing drinks for us on a regular basis, so check back often. Our Mixology series is also now available for free on iTunes. ***Our culinary staff had a sweet assignment this month and lived to tell about it in our article on the Top Ten Dessert Trends for 2009. ***And we’re saluting spring’s arrival with our Fresh! series, featuring refreshing recipes for fruits and veggies.

Coming in May: stories and recipes for Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo and wedding showers.

It’s Raining Recipes in April
		Tic Tac Toe Ice Cream and Cookie Treat Playing with your food has never been so much fun. This recipe features mini scoops of chocolate and vanilla Blue Bunny® ice cream played on a big sugar cookie game board.
Champagne Cocktail A special occasion drink becomes something even more special.	Baked Spring Ham with Apricot Glaze The glaze adds a touch of sweetness that beautifully complements the rich ham flavor.	Mediterranean Stuffed Zucchini This sensational vegetable creation makes a superb spring or summer side dish.
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Surfing the Channel
	New Frozen Desserts Heat Up the Meal Ever had a Jolly Rancher® Bomb Pop? A frozen yogurt and granola combo? Check out the latest sweets from the deep freeze.
	Grilling 101: From BBQ Basics to the Latest Techniques Grilling season is firing up, and we offer tips to make you a hero in your own backyard.
	Singing Fish a Viral Hit for McDonald’s Take a peek at the fishy TV commercial that’s become a YouTube hit.
COMING SOON Community Supported Agriculture The Food Channel takes a field trip to the farm and lets you in on one way to become a locavore. Becoming a Chocolatier in Your Own Home People are turning a passion for chocolate into profit with DOVE CHOCOLATE DISCOVERIES.