Eric W Gardner
Morning and Noon Meteorologist
Rapid City
Eric Gardner joined the KOTA-TV team in December, 2002 as Morning and Noon Meteorologist. Eric started his Broadcast TV career in Missoula, MT in 1991, moving to Wichita Falls, TX in 1993. Mr. Gardner has also worked in Casper, WY and Helena, MT before arriving in Rapid City. Besides weather, Eric is also a food and wine expert, and he produces and hosts several popular food and wine segments which have been staples of viewers in KOTA Territory since 2005.
Fresh, locally grown tomatoes always the way to go.
Loaves of bread at room temperature ready to break.
Honey - local and natural = good health
Owala water bottles - the next big craze?
Need mushrooms? Everything you need in many different forms available at The Market.
Origin of the word coleslaw makes perfect sense.
When it comes to keeping wine fresh, don't forget the refrigerator!
Great locally produced coffees at The Market
Some tips on how to keep your brown sugar from going hard on you.
Small things doing big things to help protect Earth.
Lean and healthy, The Market is your place to get buffalo meat.
Delicious organic berries available at The Market.
Beets - a super food that should be included in your diet.
Kick up your recipe a notch by using fire-roasted tomatoes.
Curry powder - a delicious blend of spices.
Depending on the temperature, depending on what you're cooking.
A healthier line of chocolate candies for your indulgence.
Free range chicken rings and healthier sauces available at The Market.
Canned versions of some products can work well in some recipes.
Cooking some vegetables is better for you - you get more nutrients!
Are heavy whipping cream, heavy cream and whipping cream interchangeable?
Fresh, high-quality oranges have arrived at The Market.
Healthier bread products that are low on calories.
No need to keep the tail on ... most of the time ...
Nice selection of Hop Water and Mocktails at The Market.
Sweeter and less complex, but still a good substitute for Pernod.
A delicious French liqueur, not just for drinking, but cooking, too.
Lots of colorful sweet potatoes for your holiday cooking.
Higher quality beef is always worth the money!
