Drunk on George Washington

An interview with the director of preservation for Mount Vernon about George Washington’s whiskey-distilling career.

The Chocolate Factory

Ten chocolate-packed desserts in honor of the holidays.

Glass Warfare

One bartender, one tail, and one fierce competition.

Commanders in Chef

With presidents in mind, remember our leaders who liked good food.

Burns the Hairs Right Out of Your Nose

Touring bourbon distilleries in Kentucky.

Summer 2008 Gift Guide

Please dads, grads, brides, and more.

Baby Arugula Salad with Nectarines and Toasted Hazelnuts

Substitute seasonal ingredients for a salad that’s great year-round.

Rocky Road Bars

The classic sundae trio morphs into a bar cookie.

Grilled Vegetable Sandwich with Egg Salad and Bacon

A big hit on the CHOW camping trip, though it’s great anytime.

Harissa-Marinated Tri-Tip Roast

Harissa paste spices up this quick preparation.

Tropical Fruit Salad with Cacao Nibs

Mango, papaya, and banana, with the added crunch of hazelnuts and slightly bitter cacao nibs.

Chocolate Icebox Cake with Mascarpone and Blackberries

A rich, easy, no-bake dessert that combines chocolate wafers and blackberry liqueur.

Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake

Strawberries pair with mascarpone, sweet whipped cream, and a light chiffon cake with a hint of lemon.

I just finished making three-bean salad for the first time this year. I discovered it last summer and made it a few times each week all summer. It’s so delicious that I really had to pass this on. I use edamame instead of...

Cornmeal-Crusted Goat Cheese with Hot Tomato Salsa

Crunchy, creamy, and spicy.