Apple and Aged Cheddar Grilled Cheese

A classic snack-time combination gets grilled on walnut bread. (By Kate Ramos)

Basic Savory Mochi (Age Mochi)

Glutinous rice cakes, called mochi, are used throughout Japanese cuisine. Try your hand at making your own with this straightforward recipe. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Sautéed Jalapeño and Aged Jack Grilled Cheese

Spicy, savory, and downright delicious. (By Kate Ramos)

Jack Cheese and Grits Soufflé

Grits leave the breakfast table in this no-fuss, impressive side. (By Amy Wisniewski)

The James Bond Martini

Also known as the Vesper (from Casino Royale). (By Rob Chirico)

Toasted Mochi in Seaweed (Norimaki Mochi)

Mochi sprinkled with soy sauce and wrapped in seaweed. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Passionista

With ginger liqueur, aged rum, and tropical juice, this drink has the flair of a tropical tail without any of the overly sweet ickiness. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Squirrel Horchata

A nutty, boozy way to enjoy horchata. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Cheehu Cocktail

Though it’s fruity and frozen, this drink is still plenty stiff. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Mini Tapenade and Manchego Sandwiches

Simple, quick, and perfect with a tail at your next party. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Toasted Mochi in Soybean Flour (Kinako Mochi)

Toasted mochi are rolled in a sweet, nutty coating for something between marshmallows and morning cereal. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Adzuki Bean Porridge (Zensai)

A Japanese dessert of adzuki beans and mochi. (By Adapted from EN Japanese Bistro)

Mai Tai

A tropical combination. (By Rob Chirico)

Spiced Dark Fruitcake

Warm holiday spices, dark molasses, and sweet dried fruit make this fruitcake a classic. (By Kate Ramos)

Best Eggnog

A potent recipe for the holidays. (By Jonathan Hunt)