Pass the River Fish

Chenin blanc is one of the most underappreciated grapes

Sweet, Sour, Salty, What?

Americans have historically hated bitter tastes, while other cultures loved them. Until now. Chefs are playing with bitter in new ways, and U.S. diners are finally appreciating it.

Have a Barbera

The over-planted Italian everyday wine gets refined.

The CHOW Guide to Eating and Drinking in Austin, SXSW edition

From Tex-Mex to high-end, CHOW brings you the best eating and drinking locations in Austin.

Beyond Uncle Ben's

A rice primer.

The Yogurt of Beers

Cask ale, a naturally carbonated, handcrafted beer, finally catches on.

Burns the Hairs Right Out of Your Nose

Touring bourbon distilleries in Kentucky.

Sort of Convenient

Nancy Silverton does quick her way.

The Spice That Binds

A vanilla primer.

How to eat a taco.

How to drink more.

The best local beer and wine

Learn the local lingo.

We did go to B&G last night (ended up being a Tuesday, not a Wednesday), and getting a table was no problem. But we found the food underwhelming. Nothing wrong with it, granted, but just not special in any way. The space is cute....

B&G is a complete rip off IMO. I had lunch there today and remember why I’ve not been in 6 months. $160 for two is ridiculous and it’s not like we pigged out. Had a dozen oysters, two lobster rolls, 2 glasses of wine...