Making Gefilte Fish

The classic Jewish holiday dish, made from scratch at Firefly Restaurant in San Francisco.

Wine with a Twist

As the weather heats up, trade in your decanter for a tail shaker.

Flaky Cinnamon Twists and Breakfast Cookies

This week’s mission: Pillsbury cinnamon buns in a new shape, and an allegedly giant cookie to start your day.

Cookies, Crazy-Ass and Classic

This week’s mission: a health freak treat that delivers, and Pepperidge Farms doin' raspberry.

Classic Mac Salad

Irresistibly creamy pasta with crunch and zing.

Meyer Lemon and Black Pepper Cookies

Icebox cookies for those with subtle, sophisticated taste.

Charlie Palmer's Classic Thanksgiving

The chef, restaurateur, and author created an update on the classic American holiday meal for CHOW.

Corn with Chèvre and Red Peppers

A light, Frenchy twist on classic creamed corn.

Neo-classic Holiday Dinner

Create your own tradition with our thoroughly modern menu.

Why Don't More Beer Bottles Have Twist-Off Caps?

Oxygen is the enemy.

Breakfast Rice Cakes with Chinese Sausage

An Asian twist on the English muffin breakfast sandwich.

Pasta with Arugula Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pine Nuts

With a pulse of the food processor, you've made dinner!

Watermelon Gazpacho

A twist on the classic cold soup, with watermelon in addition to tomatoes.

Mexican 75

A French 75 changes nationality by using tequila instead of gin.

Fusilli with Parsley, Walnut, and Black Olive Pesto

Hearty whole-wheat pasta with a zing that comes from goat cheese.