Where do you even begin when it comes to fancy cheeses? Which are mild, and which are stinky? Which will melt well on my burger and which is better appreciated off a cheeseboard with a smear of good honey? And when the heck did generic "blue cheese" expand into 38 different varieties*? These are some of the questions cheese virgins might experience their first time in the shop, but never fear! Everyone has to start somewhere, and you've come to the right place. More

After the mad ripping of wrapping paper and the squealing over dream-gifts-come-true, it's time for breakfast. Whether you cook up stack of sourdough waffles (my mother studded hers with local filberts) or a savory strata, a log-cabin of crispy bacon or a platter of caviar-topped scrambled eggs, a festive brunch is in order. Here are a few Serious Eats-approved recipes we've been considering. More

Prime-grade? Grain finished? Marbled? "What do all these terms mean?" you cry. And more importantly, "Why should I care?" Everything you've ever wanted to know about prime rib, right here. Here are the answers to every question you've ever had or might ever have about prime rib. More

For last week's Hannukah-inspired Weekend Cook and Tell we asked all of you to break out the potatoes and box graters for a challenge we called Festival of Latkes. We still have a few more nights of menorah lighting left to enjoy some potato pancakes, so let's take a look at some of our favorite latkes. More

Tonight at sundown Hanukkah begins, which means a whole lot of latkes will be fried in the next week. Ed hosted his latke-frying party for family last weekend (right after Thanksgiving, now that's impressive). The sizzling oil represents the oil used to light the menorah. Fried food lovers: this is your favorite Jewish holiday. Just beware of your hair and coats—they might be latke-scented for a bit. Here is a roundup of our favorite recipes, including some non-deep-fried foods like brisket and homemade chocolate gelt. More

I remember making mulled cider in kindergarten (Tang plus ground spices!), but wanted to find a more grown-up method for making mulling spices that was easy, inexpensive, and makes a great holiday gift. More