Kava Shake

A creamy choco-coconut milk shake laced with an herbal kava twist.

Duck Fart

An Alaskan original created more than 20 years ago in Anchorage, this layered tail is said to be named for the sound you’ll make after drinking one.

Christmas Coconut Cake

Three white cake layers covered with a light snowfall of flaked coconut.

Is Soy Lecithin Bad for You?

And what is it, anyway?

Can You Cook with the Water Used to Soak Beans?

It depends if you have problems with gas.

Secrets of the Chip Aisle

The differences between “kettle-cooked” and standard potato chips; olestra and MSG.

The Sight and Sound of Taste

A conversation with Heston Blumenthal.

Danger: Food Present

Food allergies are on the rise and on the mind.

What's the Difference Between a Digestif and an Apéritif?

If you speak French, the name says it all.

Ordering Off the Kids' Menu

Can grown-ups get little burgers?

Great Wine in Minutes!

Testing miracle wine enhancers.

The Art of Criticism

Does your server really want to know what you thought of your meal?

Cola, Now with Added Bull

This week’s mission: an herbal Pepsi-type drink and a hot, peppery spice mix from Oregon.

Dinner with Mr. and Mrs. McPerfect

How to deal with tense dinner party hosts.

What's the Difference Between Baking Soda and Baking Powder?

Two mysterious white powders.