Testing a recipe for the first time is like going on a date.

... spend a little time with me.

Spanish punch made with wine and fruit— an alcoholic fruit tail of sorts.

Berkeley’s César makes this irresistible version that is spiked with blood oranges.

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This week’s mission: blood capsules from Target and Living Nightmare, plus a homemade alternative.

The classic German sausage.

Pleasure and pain.

Meat allergies— which are rare— start in the blood.

One more addition to a pig-centric cookbook world.

What’s so kosher about it?

A delicate veal sausage packed with flavor— it beats store-bought every time.

Arguably the most popular German sausage.

Shaking up an early drink can get the blood flowing again.

Citrus gives winter tails a summery kick.