Irish Cheddar and Stout Fondue

Melted Irish cheddar and stout make a satisfying combination.

Pressed Eggplant and Pepper Sandwich

A manly vegetarian sandwich, this can satisfy the biggest of appetites.

Pasta with Artichoke Pesto

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

Cheddar Biscuits

A light, cheesy version.

A Dash of Guinness

Cooking with Ireland’s famed brew.

Hey, Mr. Postman

Where to shop for food gifts online.

Super Bowl for a Crowd

Tex-Mex-style game-day grub.

Bagel Felony

This week’s mission: Healthier rice/potato chips and cream cheese–filled bagel cylinders.

Emergency Entertaining

Entertain in an instant with these 12 staples.

Enough with the Workplace Candy!

Is it OK to tell people to stop bringing in sweets?

Destination: Denver on the Cheap

Kingpin food on a volunteer budget at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

The New Kitchen Staples

Your pantry is bare unless these 10 items sit on its shelves. They’ve achieved post-food-fad status.

Holiday Central

Recipes, menus, gifts, and entertaining tips for all your celebratory needs.

New Species of Cracker Discovered!

This week’s mission: ritzy granola and crunchy focaccia sticks.

The Finest Grind

CHOW scouts the three best pepper mills.