10 Mail-Order Treats

Stuff we want to eat right now.

Over Hill, Over Dale

The Top Chef battle comes down to technique over soul.

Mistakes Were Made

And lessons learned—25 tips from new cooks.

Down-Home Prosciutto

The country ham is our native prosciutto or serrano, though most Southerners wouldn’t dream of throwing an uncooked leg on a deli slicer and shaving some to go with the asparagus. Most Northerners, meanwhile, have never heard of...

Cuban Christmas Feast

From Miami chef Randy Zweiban.

Feats of Strength at the Cocktail Competition

Tasting 150 liquors in two days at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Who's Been Eating My Porridge?

How to raid your housemates' stash, and bust them tactfully when they raid yours.

Scent-Free Dining

Whether or not to wear perfume to restaurants.

When Booze Won't Do

There are times when alcohol is just not welcome or appropriate. Ten drinks stand in for the tipple.

Downsizing Bad Friends

What to do when invitations go unreciprocated.

Something More Than Crappy Pilsner

While there is no brand of American pilsner distributed nationally, several excellent examples have popped up on the micro and regional levels.

Sweet Salvation

Count on these mail-order chocolates for last-minute holiday gifts.

What to Eat at the Ballpark

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

Raiders of the Lost Drink

How to fix a dying party.

Summer 2009 Cookbook Gift Guide

Because cookbooks are easy to wrap and fun to give.