Supertaster

Huffable Chocolate

This week’s mission: no-calorie powdered chocolate in an asthma inhaler–type device. (By James Norton)

Supertaster

Ice Cream Topping Insanity

This week’s mission: flavored, syrupy ice cream toppings. (By James Norton)

Supertaster

Seeking Delicious Fake Blood

This week’s mission: blood capsules from Target and Living Nightmare, plus a homemade alternative. (By James Norton)

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How to Set Up Your Room for an Oscar Party

Roll out the red carpet for your friends. (By Meredith Arthur, Jeremy LaCroix, and Eric Slatkin)

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How to Set Up Your Room for a TV Party

Create stadium seating in your home. (By Meredith Arthur, Jeremy LaCroix, and Eric Slatkin)

You're Doing It All Wrong

How to Time Your Thanksgiving Dinner with Roxanne Webber

You can cook ahead, you know. (By Meredith Arthur, Blake Smith, and Roxanne Webber)

CHOW Tip

How to Keep Okra from Getting Slimy

It just takes a little hot oil.

CHOW Tip

Entertaining Tips

Everything you need to know for a successful party.

CHOW Tip

How to Make a Buttercream Rose

Such fanciness takes a little practice.

Cooking with Grandma

Cooking with Grandma Gigi

Granddaughter Olivia helps Gloria “Gigi” Smith make Plantation Casserole. (By Meredith Arthur, Eric Slatkin, and Blake Smith)

Supertaster

Snackable Bacteria

This week’s mission: a kiddie yogurt snack you can drink. (By James Norton)

CHOW Tip

How to Hold a Wineglass

Hot little hands can ruin it.

CHOW Tip

How to Make Cheese Crisps

A crunchy treat with only one ingredient.

CHOW Tip

When to Add Sugar to Strawberries

And when to add lemon or salt.

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Know Your Mushrooms

A visual guide to all your favorite fungi. (By Traci Vogel)