Harold McGee Speaks

Harold McGee is the king of kitchen science, the man who solves food mysteries ranging from how much oil you can emulsify into a mayonnaise with one egg yolk to why frying spatter ends up on the inside surface of the cook’s...

CHOW Slider Hamburger Buns

These buns may be small, but they’re filled with big flavor and are everything a slider bun should be: slightly sweet, squishy, and ready to sop up burger juices.

Comfy Clothes and White Tablecloths

Must you still dress up for nice restaurants?

The Great White Hope

Riesling satisfies all tastes, but is there enough of it to go around?

White-Collar Moonshine

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

Go Green

Whether you’re celebrating Easter or simply warmer weather, greet spring with this seasonal menu.

Single White Vegan Seeks Same

Is it shallow to consider diet when dating?

Is There a Difference Between Brown and White Eggs?

Paying more doesn’t mean they’re better for you.

Pack Your Bikini and Go

A Top Chef faces gin jeopardy and pineapple perils.

Going Pear-Shaped

Why do pears seem to have missed the heirloom train?

Does a Silver Spoon Stop Champagne from Going Flat?

Keep your bubbly bubbling.

Pistachio White Chocolate Cherry Crisps

Perfect for the holidays, these cheery butter cookies can be made weeks ahead and stored in the freezer.

What's the White Stuff on Chocolate?

Is my chocolate OK to eat if the color looks wrong?

What's That White Stuff on Grapes?

Is it pesticide? Yeast? Unidentified gross substance?

Pack and Go

Easy lunches to take to work.