Masters of the Bean

Today’s coffee connoisseurs want to be on a first-name basis with their roaster. They want to know not only which country the beans came from but which region, or even which “estate.” They obsess over freshness and brew time and...

Recession-Proof Wines

You can still drink well on a budget.

From Scarface to Key Lime Pie

A culinary tour of seedy-but-cool Red Hook, Brooklyn

Environmentally Friendly Picnic Supplies

Enjoy the outdoors without trashing it.

Making Roux

A nutty-flavored thickener used in gumbo and several other New Orleans–style dishes.

10 Little Luxuries

Because small splurges can bring big happiness.

Make Your Own Mozzarella

Cheesemaking made simple.

New Year's Day Brunch

An easy, make-ahead menu to share with friends.

Tasty Kosher Products

Kosherfest debuts chocolate liqueur and treats for doggies.

Curry by the Book

In search of a true spice education from a new Indian cookbook.

What Turkey Should I Buy?

Check out what Chowhounds say before you do your Thanksgiving shopping.

Mistakes Were Made

And lessons learned—25 tips from new cooks.

Sort of Convenient

Nancy Silverton does quick her way.

The CHOW 13

Our first annual awards, presenting a baker’s dozen of provocateurs, trendsetters, and rabble-rousers.

White-Collar Moonshine

Urbanites flout federal law with their new favorite hobby: home distilling.