Cheddar and Chutney Tea Sandwiches

A simple expression of Indian-British fusion. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Lemon Pound Cake

This golden, rich cake benefits from a generous amount of butter. (By François Payard)

Kava Shake

A creamy choco-coconut milk shake laced with an herbal kava twist. (By Adela Jung)

Broiled Mussels with Sweet Paprika Aioli

An addictive appetizer for seafood-lovers. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Bacon-Thyme Corn Muffin Tops

Why make a whole muffin when you can just have the tops? (By Kate Ramos)

Hazelnut-Anise Cookies

Crisp, buttery cookies with toasted hazelnuts and a hint of anise. (By Kate Ramos)

Full Moon Punch

Duggan McDonnell concocted this eerily strong pumpkin-hued punch. (By Duggan McDonnell)

Ersatz Papalote Salsa

Better than the best. (By Max La Rivière-Hedrick)

Potato Parsnip Gratin

Parsnips add a new dimension to a side-dish standby. (By Charlie Palmer)

Peppercorn Ice Cream

A silky base with a pleasant, peppery punch. (By Adapted from Chika Tillman)

CHOW Root Beer

Brew and bottle this classic soda yourself. (By Regan Burns)

Spinach with Raisins and Pine Nuts

An addictive mélange widely used in Catalan kitchens. (By Anya von Bremzen)

Asparagus, Green Bean, and Wax Bean Salad

Simple to make, bold in flavor, this easy salad combines common vegetables for a versatile side dish. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Three-Bean Salad

A perennial picnic favorite that’s crunchy, briny, and sweet all at once. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Dutch Baby Pancake

Topped with caramelized pears, this puffed-up pancake is a crowd-pleaser. (By Aida Mollenkamp)