Every Story Needs a Villain

Episode 14: Top Chef Chicago bids farewell to its resident sourpuss.

What's the Difference Between Lox and Gravlax?

It’s in the cure.

Raiders of the Lost Drink

How to fix a dying party.

Stain-Free Partying

Is it OK for hosts to ban red wine from pale furnishings?

Planes, Knives, and Automobiles

A Top Chef works her way around the globe in search of comfort food.

You Want Fries on That?

Hold the ketchup and try one of these twists on the old familiar french fry.

Summer Beers with Brains

Who said heat calls for swill?

The Best Cheese Accessories

What to buy after the knives and boards.

Single White Vegan Seeks Same

Is it shallow to consider diet when dating?

Welcome to CHOW

Welcome to CHOW, a website devoted to the pleasure of food and drink. Come in and look around; you’ll find everything we wanted to do in print, as well as all the features that the Web allows.

RSVP to My Damn Invite!

How to get your friends to tell you if they’re coming.

How to Make Granola

Don’t spend a fortune on toasted oats.

10 Super Bowl Party Shortcuts

Less time cooking means more time for beer and TV.

2009 Presidential Inauguration Menu

Celebrate with food inspired by Barack Obama’s favorites.

Celebrity Booze

Drink what famous people are drinking, and making.