Behind the Scenes at Alinea

A step-by-step journey into Alinea, one of the most talked-about kitchens in America.

Grilled Cheese Sandwich Cravings

Bread plus cheese plus heat equals perfection (times 10).

The Ultimate Veggie Burger

The road to proxy-patty glory is paved with textured vegetable protein.

On the Chopping Block

CHOW reviews the best wood cutting boards.

10 Deviled Egg Recipes

Fill up your picnic basket with creative variations.

Life Lessons in Gardening

Brent Ridge of Beekman 1802 discusses leaving Martha behind for dirty feet and early morning pig feedings.

Campari's Made from Bugs

A lot of stuff you thought was vegan isn’t.

Beyond Salt and Pepper

From Worcestershire sauce to paprika, here are ten ingredients that will boost flavor in your cooking.

10 Simple Ways to Be More Green

That don’t involve extra money, time, or even effort.

10 Exotic Sweeteners

Go beyond white sugar.

A Real Summer Red

Lagrein is lively and peppery.

More Champagne!

Behind the expansion of the Champagne AOC.

What's the Difference Between Brown Sugars?

What’s the difference between the various types of brown sugar (light, dark, Demerara, turbinado, and muscovado)?

Kitchen Confessional

Reading Nigel Slater’s diaries.

Valentine's Day: Love and Hate

One Valentine’s Day menu for the lovers, one for the haters.