Sparkling Shiraz: A Confession

It’s not cool, but I like it.

Sparkling Campari Cocktail

A bubbly balance of sweet and tart, best when made ahead.

The Livorno

A sparkling tail made with Galliano, the mysteriously herbal liqueur from Livorno.

Hoisin-Marinated Tri-Tip Roast

Hoisin marinade and ginger give a subtle sweetness.

Chocolate Icebox Cake with Mascarpone and Blackberries

A rich, easy, no-bake dessert that combines chocolate wafers and blackberry liqueur.

It's Not Champagne

But it might be better, cheaper, and worth exploring.

You Say Syrah

Australia says Shiraz. But New Zealand? It’s Syrah.

Celebrity Booze

Drink what famous people are drinking, and making.

Bring On the Bubbles

A primer on champagne.

Good Label, Bad Wine

CHOW tastes wines with great labels and discovers the duds.

Special Moments with Grim Gruel

This week’s mission: personality-based soft drinks and microwave baked desserts.

Does a Silver Spoon Stop Champagne from Going Flat?

Keep your bubbly bubbling.

Wine in Time

A light, summery wine can be perfect in winter.

Pomegranates, Dried Limes, Rose Water

A primer on Persian, a.k.a. Iranian, food.

Burden of Proof

When compared with, say, a typical 86-proof cognac, your typical wine would seem about as threatening as a bottle of Evian —right? But the alcohol level in wine varies.