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The Kitchen

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

A stylish Chicago bar interior showcasing unique cocktails and an intimate atmosphere, reflecting the city's evolving nightlife scene.

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.

Mina Park· Jun 6· 2 min
A cozy and functional small apartment kitchen, showcasing essential tools and smart organization for a first-time renter.

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.

Mina Park· Jun 5· 2 min
Artfully arranged watermelon and feta skewers with fresh mint, perfect for a refreshing summer appetizer.

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.

Mina Park· Jun 4· 2 min
A Cuisinart ice cream maker in action, producing smooth ice cream, positioned next to an idle Ninja Creami, highlighting the Cuisinart's superior performance.

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

Mina Park· Jun 2· 2 min
Family enjoying a gourmet alfresco meal in their backyard with high-end outdoor cooking equipment.

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

Mina Park· Jun 1· 2 min
A stylish kitchen counter showcasing a variety of editor-approved beauty, tech, and home products for May.

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.

Mina Park· May 30· 2 min
Golden-brown spicy cumin tofu cubes marinated at room temperature, garnished with fresh cilantro and chili flakes on a rustic kitchen counter.

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.

Mina Park· May 28· 2 min
A beautifully plated grilled salmon salad with lime, chiles, and fresh herbs, showcasing vibrant colors and textures.

Make a Grilled Salmon Salad Recipe With Lime, Chiles, Herbs

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

Mina Park· May 26· 2 min
Chef expertly shaping fresh masa into tortillas at Komal restaurant, a new molino in Los Angeles serving affordable Mexican delights.

Komal Restaurant Review: Los Angeles' New Molino Delights Diners

The most expensive dish on Komal's menu is just $12.

Mina Park· May 26· 2 min
Friends toasting with colorful spirit-based ready-to-drink beverages at a lively outdoor social gathering, highlighting premium packaging and enjoyment.

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

Mina Park· May 25· 2 min
A delicious serving of easy slow cooker pulled pork on a rustic table, with a slow cooker in the background, highlighting minimal effort and maximum flavor.

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.

Mina Park· May 24· 2 min
A sunlit park picnic spread with homemade food and drinks, with friends enjoying the summer day in the background.

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.

Mina Park· May 23· 2 min
Chef Guy Savoy receiving the Légion d’Honneur medal from the French President at the Élysée Palace.

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.

Mina Park· May 23· 2 min
A HelloFresh meal kit box filled with fresh ingredients, ready to prepare a diverse and flavorful global cuisine meal.

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

Mina Park· May 22· 2 min
A lively Kansas City street at dusk filled with diverse restaurants, people dining, and glowing signs representing global flavors.

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.

Mina Park· May 22· 2 min
A close-up of a creamy, tangy potato salad made with waxy potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs, perfect for a summer cookout.

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.

Mina Park· May 22· 2 min
Interior of a charming French bistro with patrons dining on classic dishes like steak frites and escargot, highlighting accessible fine dining.

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.

Mina Park· May 20· 2 min
Elegant interior of Meju Korean restaurant in Queens, showcasing a meticulously prepared dish, highlighting its No. 4 ranking on The New York Times' best restaurants list.

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.

Mina Park· May 20· 2 min
A mouthwatering plate of Al Pastor smashed pork tacos, showcasing juicy broiled pork, fresh toppings, and crispy tortillas.

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.

Mina Park· May 20· 2 min
Diverse athletes competing intensely, with a glowing bottle of electrolyte powder in the foreground, symbolizing peak performance and hydration.

Electrolyte Powders for Athletes: Making Informed Choices

Despite the widespread availability of delicious electrolyte powders like Liquid I.

Mina Park· May 20· 2 min
People enjoying early summer activities outdoors with blooming flowers and lush greenery, symbolizing the season's unofficial start before the solstice.

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 .

Mina Park· May 18· 2 min
A woman walks towards a bright future on a sunlit path, leaving behind a faded past, symbolizing post-divorce happiness and empowerment.

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 .

Mina Park· May 18· 2 min
A steak searing in a hot skillet, showcasing the golden-brown crust formed by the Maillard reaction and the intense heat involved.

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.

Mina Park· Aug 3· 3 min
Close-up of hands demonstrating the proper pinch grip on a chef's knife blade for enhanced control and precision in cooking.

How Essential Knife Skills Elevate Your Home Cooking

Most home cooks instinctively grip their knife by the handle.

Mina Park· Aug 1· 3 min