How to eat a taco.

to the dock, but L'angle du Faubourg is near our hotel (staying at Residence Lord Byron) Any thoughts? Also looking for a good but cheap bistro/cafe near Arc de Triomphe for New Year’s Eve. We’re eating at Le Cinq for...

Yes, I know: very bourgeois. And, yes, I’ve read the boards, so I know the place to go is Roberto’s (more or less). But what’s the best place where you DON’T have to wait on line, because they deign to...

I hate to be the cranky one, but I just don’t get why cupcakes in general are so trendy these days. I get it for a shower or party, because a dessert needs to be easy to transport and serve a lot of people. But why is it...

Here’s a tipping question from another angle. You’re on a business trip and can pay for a meal up to (or something approximating Seamlessweb for delivery), say, $100(inc. tax and tip). This is a pretty hard ceiling...

My husband and I are going to Paris in September and are planning on eating at Le Voltaire, L'Angle du Faubourg, and La Famille. Any comments or recommendations would be much appreciated!

Get your drink right, from the ice to the garnish.

Something of an accident, but you will love it.

This roasted duck dish was served at the Obama inaugural luncheon.

Salmon Slices with Fresh Oysters

Veggie dogs are wrapped in homemade dough for an updated classic.

Nut Pastry Pie Dough

Pan-Sautéed Moulard Duck Breasts (Master Recipe) with Shallot Vinaigrette

Moulard Duck Breasts Grilled Over Charcoal or Lava Stones

Goes well with any single or double crust pie.