High-End Tonic

Don’t mix your gin with bad stuff.

Sharpen Up

How to care for your knives.

Buy These Now

Kitchen equipment worth paying for

Mapping the Mustache

CHOW’s milk taste test.

Pass the River Fish

Chenin blanc is one of the most underappreciated grapes

Bad Food, Great Review

"In a world where there’s so much bad food even at the high level, I’d much rather eat at a restaurant that at least is taking care."

Tips for Successful Grilling

Hone your skills in preparation for barbecue season.

Sweet, Sour, Salty, What?

Americans have historically hated bitter tastes, while other cultures loved them. Until now. Chefs are playing with bitter in new ways, and U.S. diners are finally appreciating it.

Make Your Own Tofu

A homemade version of the vegetarian centerpiece.

Cheap and Beautiful

High-impact tableware on a low-impact budget.

I’m attending a two day seminar at the Dulles Airport Marriott at the end of March. Looking for dinner recs within an easy walk/cab ride from the hotel. Open to just about any kind of restaurant (Sushi, Thai, gastro-Pub,...

I have a 4-hr layover in Dulles at the end of July and I’d like to spend some time checking out a posh bar. This is my first time in D.C. I’d prefer a place where local professionals hang out for a nice glass of wine....

We are going to be here the first weekend in April for the Cherry Blossom Festival and are looking for a good place for Sunday Brunch in the Dulles area. It doesn’t have to be fancy as long as it is good.

I have to pick someone up at Dulles next Friday, and was wondering about a good place to eat in the general vicinity while we wait for traffic to cool. Any suggestions? I’m open to all types of food...

I’m an avid cook! And if you could see my knives it shows! I’m new to NYC and I am wondering if anyone knows of a reputable place where I can get my knives sharpened. Thanks for your help.