Spring Greening

Ecofriendly cleaning products to whip your kitchen into shape. (By Michele Foley and Roxanne Webber)

Gas Versus Charcoal

Choose what’s under your grate before you choose what goes on top. (By Roxanne Webber)

Stir It Up

CHOW tests mixing bowls that won’t slip, chip, or break. (By Louisa Chu)

The Scoop

Unusual tools for scooping and presenting ice cream. (By Louisa Chu)

Celebrities and Portable Microwaves

Products we loved at the International Home & Housewares Show. (By Louisa Chu)

A World of Sours

Memories of Philippine Kitchens explores the many flavors of the Philippines. (By Sara Dickerman)

Batali, High and Low

Mario Batali’s new cookbook, “Mario Tailgates NASCAR Style,” targets a different audience altogether. (By Sara Dickerman)

Winter 2006 Gift Guide

Give like you’ve never given before.

Dinner Parties on the (Ultra) Cheap

Three multicourse bashes for eight. (By Emily Matchar)

The Strategic Wedding Registry

CHOW’s guide to creating a wedding gift registry you’ll love. (By Lessley Anderson)

The Taste of an Oyster

Plus a dozen oysters you should know. (By Rowan Jacobsen)

The CHOW Guide to Eating and Drinking in Austin, SXSW edition

From Tex-Mex to high-end, CHOW brings you the best eating and drinking locations in Austin. (By CHOW staff)

Modern Florence

Beyond David and the duomo. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Great Filipino joints outside your basic cafeteria-style spot or fast-food eatery. (By Cicely Wedgeworth)

JT opens a Memphis-style barbecue joint in NYC today. (By Kara Zuaro)