Food roundup for december 21

Here’s what was being written about today in the world of food and dining news:

• Cafe Society kicks things off with a compilation of their top 10 food slideshows of 2009. We’re willing to overlook having to click through dozens of photos as long as pictures of perfectly seared scallops are involved.

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• Clean Plate Charlie heaps more praise on the Rogue Brewery with another installment of Cheap Beer That Doesn’t Suck. This week’s edition features Rogue’s Morimoto.

• Fat City cautions that if you want to avoid a hangover, you’d be better off sticking with lighter colored liquors. Another option is to drink in moderation.

• And lastly, if you’re looking for a last-minute gift idea, or just want to brush up on your baking knowledge, Squid Ink has a list of the best pastry books of 2009.