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Several years ago, I traveled with my cousin for the first time. It was illuminating, as we had never spent so much time together — a week — outside of family gatherings. I always knew she loved to ...

“Chowder has always been here,” says Emily Haynes. “It isn’t just a dish for Nova Scotians — it’s who we are.” The executive director of Taste of Nova Scotia, an association that promotes businesses ...

This Quinoa Corn Chowder by Trisha Yearwood calls for adding bacon as a garnish. Juli Leonard jleonard@newsobserver.com Several years ago, I traveled with my cousin for the first time. It was ...