Elbows on the Table!

A modern Mother’s Day tea party.

What Does India Have to Do with India Pale Ale?

It’s where the hopped-up brew first found fame. (By Roxanne Webber)

The Raisin Bran of My Fantasies

This week’s mission: British breakfast cereal with masses of fruit, and sweet, spicy spread. (By James Norton)

Bottle Opener/Fridge Magnet

Beer inside, opener on the door.

Twice as Expensive, Half as Good

London is one of the world’s most expensive cities, but you don’t have to spend big to eat well. If you’re visiting and on a budget, you can easily shave a few pounds off your food and drink bills by following... (By Jim Ledbetter)

More Fake Diet Chocolate

This week’s mission: an aerated candy bar. (By James Norton)

Kid in a Candy Store

Fresh from Madrid Fusión, a peek into Heston’s goodies.

Coop de Ville

If your neighbors are wary, a gift of fresh-laid eggs may change their minds. (By Alex Lash)

Steppin' Up Your Cheese Game

This week’s mission: frozen diet dinners featuring fruit, and classy cheese vehicles. (By James Norton)

What Makes Cheddar Cheese Sharp?

The nutty tang is so good. (By Roxanne Webber)

A Slice of "Perfection"

An excerpt from Chef Heston Blumenthal’s "In Search of Perfection."

The Sight and Sound of Taste

A conversation with Heston Blumenthal. (By Sara Dickerman)

Is Soy Lecithin Bad for You?

And what is it, anyway? (By Kara Zuaro)

Candy Bars Worth Crossing State Lines For

A field guide to great American treats. (By Steve Almond)

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

If you speak French, the name says it all. (By Roxanne Webber)