Hey, Mr. Postman

Where to shop for food gifts online. (By Roxanne Webber)

Return of the Salmon Mousse

The Silver Palate duo makes nice and makes dinner. (By Sara Dickerman)

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. (By Lessley Anderson)

Sort of Convenient

Nancy Silverton does quick her way. (By Sara Dickerman)

Candy's Black Sheep

Salty, medicinal black licorice won’t satisfy your sweet tooth, but you might like it anyway. (By Regan Burns)

The Return of Punch

The big tail in a bowl makes a comeback. (By Roxanne Webber)

Everything’s been coming up kugel lately. Kugel (literally “potato pudding”) is sort of a baked potato pancake. Its ingredients are simple: grated (using hand or meat grinder, never a food processor) potato... (By Jim Leff)

janetfromreno’s husband marries South Asian flavors with northern hemisphere fall staple Brussels sprouts in this delicious dish. Janet suggests tasting as you go, and adjusting the spicing to suit your palate. ... (By C. Thi Nguyen)

Cheese, peppers, and mayonnaise make a down-home treat. (By Caitlin McGrath)

Lemon pudding cake and lemon pie. (By Caitlin McGrath)

Porthos has finally enjoyed Takahashi-san’s omakase at Anzu and says it’s the best sushi he’s had in San Francisco, (By C. Thi Nguyen)