Almond and Walnut Baklava

Fennel seed and lemon-honey syrup dress up this Middle Eastern sweet.

Bombay Government Punch

The original rum punch.

How Do They Remove the Caffeine from Coffee?

There are more ways than one.

10 Food Moments from "The Office"

From Christmas goose roadkill to staplers encased in Jell-O, some of our favorite food-related incidents from the show.

Can You Cook with the Water Used to Soak Beans?

It depends if you have problems with gas.

Kiwi Cheesecake

This rich, creamy, New York-style cheesecake is great on its own or topped with honey-soaked kiwi.

Ricotta Gnocchi with Wild Boar Ragu

Light, cheesy pillows of pasta with a hearty sauce.

Does Drinking Ice Water Burn Calories?

Hydration, maybe; weight loss, doubtful.

How Do They Get a Pear in a Bottle of Eau de Vie?

Is that fruit fake?

Tropical Fruit Cooler

Make a pitcher and watch it disappear.

Pollo alla Valdostana

Chicken cutlets, prosciutto, and fontina cheese in a white wine sauce.

Pasta with Artichoke Pesto

Artichokes, basil, and ricotta combine for an easy pasta sauce or quick dip.

Does a Silver Spoon Stop Champagne from Going Flat?

Keep your bubbly bubbling.

Why Is It Bad to Run Cold Water over a Hot Pan?

What’s wrong with a little sizzle?

Do Lobsters Really Scream When You Put Them in Boiling Water?

Or is it a myth?