Smoked Trout Crostini

Easy but sophisticated finger food.

Why Is Kosher Salt Called "Kosher" Salt?

What’s so kosher about it?

Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Lovely as a tea sandwich or on its own.

What Is Liquid Smoke?

Tastes more substantial than it sounds.

Salt and Pepper Shakers

Season in style.

Secondhand Barbecue Smoke

Can vegetarians demand meat-free environments?

Rosendahl Salt & Pepper Rasps

Slinky spice dispensers.

Pepper Is the New Salt

Eight best bets for sneezing and seasoning.

Smoked Duck and Cherry Pressed Sandwich

A crunchy baguette stuffed with smoked duck, arugula, blue cheese, and cherries.

Is It Better to Salt Intermittently While Cooking or Just Once?

There’s more than one way to go.

Does Salting Dried Beans Make Them Harder to Cook?

Science says it’s an old wives' tale.

Brussels Sprouts with Chestnuts and Double-Smoked Bacon

A side dish that steals the show.

Smoked Chile Mussels

Chipotle and paprika combine to give a sweet-smokiness to this dish.

Smoky Bloody Mary

Chipotle en adobo gives it a smoky edge.

Fried Chickpeas with Sage

Dusted in paprika for a smoky, crunchy snack.