Well, folks, the new year is upon us! And we’ve gotta do all we can to make 2014 the best it can be.

Did you know there are foods that can help with that? That’s how the story goes, anyway.

For instance, pork is considered a lucky food to eat to ring in the new year. A pig’s rotund form is a symbol of wealth.

Fish, too, is a lucky food. Their scales represent money and the fact that they swim in schools means abundance.

Hey, I don’t make this stuff up. It’s just what the people say. Read about more lucky New Year foods here.

If you’re feeling lucky, try some of these out this NYE. And, if nothing, you’ll get a great meal out of the deal!

Photo courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.

We’re all gearing up to ring in 2014 in style. So why not serve a meal that screams, “Special occasion!!!!!”

That would be prime rib. Oh, beautiful, delicious, prime rib.

We make statements with our food. We may not realize it but we do. Cheeseburgers say, “Hey, I’m being casual. Shoes are optional.” But prime rib? That says, “This is important to me and we must celebrate!”

Chef Michael Symon has some excellent advice for making YOUR prime rib the best it can be. See his prime rib tips here.

This one takes time, folks. So if you’re in a hurry the cheeseburgers might be a better option. But if you have the time to do it properly, salt overnight, let it sit after it’s done in the oven – THIS will be a masterpiece.

What better way to usher in the new year???

Photo courtesy of Chef Michael Symon via TastingTable.com.

Tomorrow’s Christmas!!!

Is all your shopping done?

If not, these are my favorite go-to gifts – E-gift certificates!

Just print them out, put them under the tree and voila! Everyone’s happy!

They get to pick their favorite steak gifts and you look like a superstar. Win-WIN!

A few clicks and your friends and family can pick their favorite steaks, roasts, sides, desserts – even entire meals!

Merry Christmas and to all a good night!

Photo courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.