Making Gefilte Fish

The classic Jewish holiday dish, made from scratch at Firefly Restaurant in San Francisco.

Sunshine Bitters

Vodka is infused with cardamom and saffron for bitters with a fabulous aroma and a bright burnt-sienna hue.

Chinese Restaurants Open on Christmas

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

Talking CHOW: NYC Restaurants

Two feisty New York magazine food editors argue and whine about the city’s restaurant scene.

The New Stealth Vegetarian Restaurant

Meatless eateries strive to be crossover hits, catering to people who no longer see vegetarianism as a hippie lifestyle choice.

Restaurant Warning Signs

Ten signs of a bad restaurant.

Chocolate Coconut Sherbet

A nondairy dessert that’s nice and creamy.

Roasted Cod with White Beans, Tomato, and Truffle Oil

A tasty fish preparation from chef Eric Ripert.

Classic Cobb Salad

The original composed salad that originated at the Brown Derby in Los Angeles in the Hollywood heyday of the 1930s.

Mediterranean Braised Chard

This simple Mediterranean-influenced recipe from chef Ana Sortun is intended for chard, but would also work well with beet, mustard, or dandelion greens.

Smoked Duck and Cherry Pressed Sandwich

A crunchy baguette stuffed with smoked duck, arugula, blue cheese, and cherries.

Korean Scallion Salad

A staple banchan (side dish) with Korean barbecue.

Classic Steak Tartare

A timeless dish from the legendary Polo Lounge.

Microwave Crème Brûlée

The fancy dessert classic goes for a spin in the microwave.

Why Aren't Dogs Allowed in U.S. Restaurants?

Poor bow wow, no chow for you.