The Kitchen
Your cookbook of core recipes and essential techniques. These are the foundational dishes and skills for any home cook.

Chicago's Top Bars Offer Unique Experiences Amid Shifting Habits
Chicago's bar scene is experiencing its most dynamic period in a decade, marked by five James Beard nominations for 'Outstanding Bar Program' last week.

Build your first apartment kitchen strategically
Forget the impulse buys: the most effective first apartment kitchens for 2026 are built slowly, piece by piece, with each item earning its precious counter space.

Beat the Heat with Easy Watermelon & Feta Recipes
In just 15 minutes, you can assemble Melon Feta Skewers, a dish that epitomizes the new era of effortless, refreshing summer cuisine.

Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Outperforms Ninja Creami Rivals
The Ninja CREAMi may dominate social media, lauded as "worth the hype," but the Cuisinart ICE-21 consistently delivers dense, silky-smooth ice cream in under 20 minutes, earning it "best overall" from

New Alfresco Dining Recipes Elevate Outdoor Meal Experiences
Sales of portable, high-end outdoor cooking equipment like Ooni pizza ovens and Traeger smokers surged 150% in the last quarter compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to the Outdoor Living Trends

The Trend of Editors Unveiling Loved Products in May
At Forbes, readers can access six exclusive offers on products editors are loving this May, directly embedding commercial incentives within editorial content.

New Spicy Cumin Tofu Recipe Offers Flavorful Plant-Based Meal
In just 20 to 30 minutes, a new Spicy Cumin Tofu recipe promises to transform bland tofu into a deeply flavorful meal, simply by marinating at room temperature.

Make a Grilled Salmon Salad Recipe With Lime, Chiles, Herbs
A new Grilled Salmon Salad with Lime, Chiles, and Herbs recipe transforms weeknight dinners.

Komal Restaurant Review: Los Angeles' New Molino Delights Diners
The most expensive dish on Komal's menu is just $12.

Spirit-Based RTDs Gain Popularity, Lead Their Segment
High Noon commands an astonishing 82 percent share of all spirit-based ready-to-drink beverages sold at Union venues, significantly outperforming competitors in a rapidly expanding market, according t

Unlock Easy Pulled Pork: Minimal Effort Slow Cooker Recipe
Imagine serving a 'complex, sweet, and spicy' pulled pork dinner, having spent mere minutes on its preparation that morning.

Discover picnic treats and recipes for summer gatherings
At the Hollywood Bowl, the 2026 season will introduce 'The All-American' picnic box featuring fried chicken with buttermilk dressing.

France Awards Chef Guy Savoy Prestigious Légion d’Honneur
Chef Guy Savoy, whose eponymous Paris restaurant has held three Michelin stars for decades, was today bestowed with France's highest civilian honor, the Légion d’Honneur.

HelloFresh Offers Diverse Meal Kits to Combat Boredom
One reviewer prepared Gambian peanut stew, Thai green curry shrimp, North African-influenced ras el hanout beef, Tex-Mex chicken enchiladas, American-Chinese ginger-garlic-scallion steak stir fry, and

Kansas City's Non-BBQ Restaurants Showcase Diverse Global Flavors
On any given Tuesday or Thursday night in Kansas City, multiple restaurants like Incline on 9th and Stock Hill are offering 'girl dinner' specials.

Waxy Potatoes Make Best Potato Salad for Cookouts and Weeknights
After testing recipes from five famous chefs, Food & Wine declared a creamy, tangy potato salad the definitive winner.

New French Bistro Menu Delights Diners with Strategic Pricing
French bistro Chérie opens Thursday on Congress Street, bringing classic steak frites and escargot to Portland's dining scene.

Meju Queens Korean Restaurant Earns No. 4 Spot on NYT's Best List
Meju, a Korean restaurant in Queens, has achieved a rare dual honor: the borough's sole Michelin star and the No.

Whip Up Speedy Al Pastor Smashed Pork Tacos
A new Bon Appétit recipe introduces a radical shift for 'smashed' pork tacos: broil eight at once on a wire-rack-lined baking sheet, rather than searing individually in a skillet.

Electrolyte Powders for Athletes: Making Informed Choices
Despite the widespread availability of delicious electrolyte powders like Liquid I.

Summer Solstice Arrives June 21, But Season Starts Earlier
Summer school at Meredith College kicks off on May 18, 2026, launching seasonal activities over a month before summer's official astronomical start, according to Meredith College .

Divorcing Lower-Quality Marriages Boosts Women's Satisfaction
Women who divorced from what they considered 'lower quality' marriages reported the highest life satisfaction among their peers, a finding published in PMC .

What Is the Maillard Reaction and How Does It Create Flavor?
When searing a steak to golden perfection, you're not just cooking; you're orchestrating a complex chemical dance.

How Essential Knife Skills Elevate Your Home Cooking
Most home cooks instinctively grip their knife by the handle.