Something Orange

The mysteries of Triple Sec and curaçao.

How to Prepare for the Meal of Your Life

Six months ago you nabbed a reservation at the hottest restaurant in town. Now the meal of your life is two days away. You have to be prepared. You have to be psyched. You have to make the most of it. But how?

Dour Cookies for a Desert Island

This week’s mission: healthy whole-grain cookies, and fancy juice blends.

Is a Bell Pepper a Chile Pepper?

Usually only hot peppers are called chile peppers.

10 Vegan Lunch Recipes

Main dishes and desserts to pack and go.

Eat Well and Save

Tips for spending less on good food.

Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

It’s because they’re so irritating.

The Day After

What to do with the turkey leftovers?

Why Does Pepper Make You Sneeze?

It irritates the mucous membranes.

Does Salting Dried Beans Make Them Harder to Cook?

Science says it’s an old wives' tale.

What to Eat at the Ballpark

Chowhound picks for the best food and drink at games across the country.

Chronicles from a Pig Party

Our associate food editor goes to the Southern Foodways Alliance conference to celebrate the year of the pig and other Southern delights.

Chewing Gum Arms Race

This week’s mission: a green tea cure-all and gum with a one-two flavor punch.

Why Are Some Dishes Better the Next Day?

Time is a good, cheap seasoning.

Bad Expensive Tea

This week’s mission: a fruit-flavored party drink and classy tea bags.