Pot Roast with Porcini and Beer

Richly sauced with mushrooms, herbs, Dijon mustard, and beer.

Rajas Quesadillas

The traditional Mexican mixture of peppers and onions makes an easy quesadilla filling, or omit the cheese for a quick taco.

Texas Queso Dip

Use it to top nachos or just as a dip for tortilla chips. This recipe combines two cheeses, onions, and green chiles for a Tex-Mex winner.

Crawfish Boil

Why not do your own boil?

Fried Turkey with Southern Rub

Our rub-and-fry keeps the turkey from getting dry.

Why Aren't There More Good Microbrews in Cans?

Glass is cheaper.

Hops Luxury

Damn the world shortage of my favorite beer ingredient.

What's the Difference Between Stout and Porter?

They both taste great.

Italian Chefs Won't Weep

This week’s mission: frozen Italian dinners and microbrewed sodas.

What Does India Have to Do with India Pale Ale?

It’s where the hopped-up brew first found fame.

Thirsty Business

Who drinks on the job these days?

Make Your Own Soda Pop

How to brew homemade ginger beer and root beer.

Moktoberfest!

CHOW throws our version of Oktoberfest: Moktoberfest! All the great beers, but better food.

Camping Karma

How to avoid forest faux pas.

Make Your Own Sausage

Joining sauerkraut and beer in the great Oktoberfest triumvirate.