How to Talk to Boring Relatives at Dinner

The experts of quality chat weigh in.

Oysters with Mignonette Granité

Transforming a sharp mignonette sauce into icy shards makes serving oysters simpler.

Dinner with Mr. and Mrs. McPerfect

How to deal with tense dinner party hosts.

Broiled Mussels with Sweet Paprika Aioli

An addictive appetizer for seafood-lovers.

Caesar Salad

The real deal— anchovies and all.

Ungrateful Wretch

What’s the proper way to thank somebody for a home-cooked meal?

Open My Wine First

If you bring food or drink for your hosts at a dinner party, are they required to share it with the guests?

Your Dish Is Unwelcome Here

Don’t bring food to a dinner party.

Am I Drinking Too Much?

Keeping pace with the host.

Boy, It's Getting Late

How long do you have to stay at a boring dinner party?

Come Over for Crusty Casserole

Can you serve leftovers to guests?

Tea Parties Must Make a Comeback

Economical, festive, and good for Sundays.

How to Host a Turkey-Free Thanksgiving

Getting the meat eaters to do without.

What If You Ruin the Turkey?

Should you try to cover it up, confess, go without, or just order pizza?

Mum's the Velveeta

Keep your secret ingredients secret.