How to Talk to Boring Relatives at Dinner

The experts of quality chat weigh in.

Classic Mashed Potatoes

Just as they should be: creamy and buttery.

Cranberry "Spread"

Maple syrup, red pepper flakes, and candied orange zest make this holiday classic fun.

Truffled Fingerling Smashed Potatoes

Fragrant white truffle oil takes humble mashers to a new level.

Poached Fig, Walnut, and Blue Cheese Tart

A versatile tart appropriate as an hors d’oeuvre or a dessert.

Black Forest Dinnerware

Eat in stark, modern luxury.

Whole Roasted Suckling Pig

Nothing commands culinary respect more than an impressive roasted suckling pig.

Luxury Wine for Less

Semifancy wines to drink over the holidays.

Where to Eat on Thanksgiving

Dine out and relax for the holiday in Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco.

Chinese Restaurants Open on Christmas

Skip the holiday entirely, or celebrate without cooking, in Florida, New York, and Los Angeles.

Farro Risotto with Asparagus and Fava Beans

A substantial whole-grain risotto lightened with spring vegetables.

Thanksgiving-Hopping

Is it OK to hit two dinners in one night?

The Basics: How to Make Pumpkin Pie

A Thanksgiving holiday classic.

Thanksgiving for Six

A holiday dinner with all of the flavor and none of the stress.

Valentine's Day Breakfast in Bed

Make ahead so you can make out.