Bio

Relish is a monthly magazine inserted within weekly and daily newspapers nationwide. Its editorial mission is to celebrate the wide breadth of America's love of food. Each issue brings features on cooking, dining and entertaining, whether it's a formal dinner or a tailgate party, health oriented or a sweet indulgence, a hidden roadside restaurant or a family picnic. It is a resource for cooking tips, recipes and new products for the kitchen. The publication appears in newspapers during the first week of the month, although the specific day may vary from paper to paper. Each month, the magazine features: This & That-Short descriptions or announcements of a new book, a new food, a good Web site or a cool kitchen gadget or tool, plus kitchen tips and nutrition nuggets. Tastes of America-Food festivals across the nation, in both small, off-the-beaten-track locales and big cities, and a recipe from the featured festival. Road Trips-American eateries and the food they serve, including a recipe from each restaurant featured. Seasons-Focuses on the season, from the bounty of summer's farmers markets to fall pumpkins to outdoor grilling to cozying up with a bowl of soup. Holidays-New and traditional foods for the holidays, from Valentines Day to Easter and Passover, from Halloween to Thanksgiving and Christmas. Who You Know-Celebrates the folks who are making a difference in the way Americans eat, from cooks and cookbook authors to chefs and nutrition advocates. Occasionally, it will also include: New Dishes-Cooks of all ethnic backgrounds share their native cuisines - a full menu or a traditional dish and how to make it. Classic Dishes-The roots and history of local and regional classics, such as South Carolina's burgoo, Alabama's Hopping John, New England's clam chowder and Texas' chili. Kids Cooking-Articles about sharing the joys of cooking with your children and teaching them about good nutrition, with a little math thrown in. America's Harvest-Olives from California, cranberries from Wisconsin, potatoes from Colorado, lentils from Idaho, green Hatch chilies from New Mexico - the bounty of America's farms is explored. Entertaining-Articles about parties and holiday festivities that readers can adapt to their own use. Delicious Desserts-Focuses on a spectacular sweet treat, how to make it, variations and the story behind its creation. Coverage of people and places must have broad regional or national relevance. Articles should be topical but have a long shelf life. Contact the advertising department for product placement rates. Send press materials via e-mail only. Work on seasonal stories begins a year in advance so seasonal ingredients can be tested. PR professionals should note that editors look for pitches that can appeal to a national audience, while creating a distinct sense of the story’s scene. The magazine is interested in creating the entire media experience to complement its print reputation. Clips and other m