Aries (March 21 - April 19) Salt-and-pepper ice cream? Candy-covered bacon? Sweet and savory can work in all kinds of combinations that taste amazing. So experiment with rosemary lemonade or make apricot-and-currant couscous.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) Feel the need to transfer all those loose recipes to one spot, like your iPad or tablet? That action will make for easier access. Just to be on the safe side, keep any that aren't easily findable or from defunct publications.
Gemini (May 21 - June 21) Eat lightly today. Your dreamy mood is best fed with healthy soups or a good piece of grilled fish (sustainably raised, of course). Blanched vegetables leave you feeling filled with a fresh sense of purpose.
Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Feeling a little nostalgic or just need some extra TLC? Cook or buy a favorite dish from your childhood. You'll be surprised at what memories it brings up. Don't be surprised if you feel like you've taken a step back in time.
Leo (July 23 - August 22) Setting the right atmosphere is a big part of having an enjoyable eating experience. If you're throwing a dinner party, think about lighting, music and decor along with the food. And if you have to give a toast, practice beforehand -- it really helps!
Virgo (August 23 - September 22) Aries You can't always get what you want. If the farmer's market is out of heirloom tomatoes, stop by your local natural grocer. They might have organic Roma tomatoes or something entirely new that you've been wanting to try, like sunchokes!
Libra (September 23 - October 22) Catch a few episodes of food TV, whether it's watching a documentary about master chefs or seeing what new and bizarre concoctions some food personalities are coming up with. You might be inspired, horrified, amused or all three.
Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) Depending on what country you're in, an eggplant could be called an aubergine, brinjal, melongene or guinea squash. It's a good idea to brush up on your terminology if you're traveling or shopping in ethnic markets today.
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) Throwing a dinner party? Do your guests a favor and ask ahead of time whether there are food allergies or dietary restrictions to consider. If someone has a complicated issue, work out whether they can bring their own food and enjoy the company instead.
Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) Beware the pile-up of leftovers in your refrigerator. It's time to take care of all those containers of take-out and packaged salad dressings and sauces before they take over. Eat what's still fresh and discard the rest.
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) A restaurant that specializes in 'live' sushi? Fresh-roasted chicken from a street vendor? If it's unusual, totally original or cutting edge, you're interested. Grab a fellow culinary adventurer and get moving.
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Bits and pieces can add extra flavor to your cooking. Throw some bacon ends into that pot of lentil stew. Leftover herbs are a great addition to soups, salads, dressings or sauces. And utilizing all the food in your fridge saves on waste and money.
