Killer Apps

Cheese, yes. Olives, sure. But what else do you offer guests at a tail party? Here are the crowd-pleasing hors d’oeuvres, the ones that are never left over at the end of the party.

Eating While Dating

Which foods might not get you to third base.

None of Your Business

Is it selfish to guard a recipe?

Ordering Off the Kids' Menu

Can grown-ups get little burgers?

But, Mom …

How to persuade your mom to try a better restaurant on Mother’s Day.

Throw My Wedding

Is it OK to ask friends to help with your reception?

Better than Popcorn

An assortment of Oscar-worthy recipes to go with the nominated films.

Mum's the Velveeta

Keep your secret ingredients secret.

What Should I Drink?

Food and drink go well together. Or do they?

Life Lessons in Gardening

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

What You Should Know About German Beer

Expand your beer horizon with these crisp, fresh quaffs with funny names.

Gas Versus Charcoal

Choose what’s under your grate before you choose what goes on top.

A West Sonoma Road Trip

Tasting rooms and dining rooms in our favorite slice of Northern California wine country.

The CHOW 13

Our first annual awards, presenting a baker’s dozen of provocateurs, trendsetters, and rabble-rousers.

It's Not Fat, It's Big-Boned

In honor of its 50th year, Bon Appétit muscles in with a heavy tome.