Just like last year, we've got 9 hot dogs for each of the 9 nominees for Best Picture in this year's Academy Awards. Everything from "The Bloody Western Dog" for Django Unchained to "The Tiger Dog" for Life of Pi . More

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Based on the 19th century American Chautauqua movement, LongHouse Food Revivals are a series of annual gatherings of thought leaders across the United States organized and led by food writer Molly O'Neill. Last week, 150 food lovers gathered in Austin for a very special LongHouse Food Revival. Three cabritos (baby goats) were roasted over a live fire, craft brews and fine tequila flowed, new ideas were sparked, new bonds formed, and serious fun was had by all. More

When I started as a freshman at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, I wasn't optimistic about the food options around town. But by the time I graduated last spring, I'd discovered that Middletown has way more to offer than meets the eye. From a Thanksgiving turkey sandwich that will rival your grandmother's turkey dinner to some of the best hash browns on the planet, check out my favorite spots around Wes. More

With the school year starting up in the next few weeks, it's time to get organized. In addition to bed risers, bookends and Bananagrams, don't forget to pack in some gear to get you cooking and eating well. Whether you live in a dorm room with only a microwave and cereal bowl, or have upgraded to a living situation with a full on kitchen - stove and all - here are some ideas to bring (and stuff in your mini-fridge) when you head back to school. More

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Wesleyan University in Connecticut recently held Foodstock, a food conference dedicated to cooks and books. The all-day extravaganza featured some of the food world's best and brightest writers (including SE contributors!) as well as local food bloggers, cookbook authors, and chefs. Of the many speakers, some highlights included Ruth Reichl, Eric Asimov, Dorie Greenspan, Molly O'Neill, and Jane Stern. Check out some snapshots from Foodstock! More

Oscars and hot dogs might not seem like the most likely combination. That is, of course, until you think of one of America's most beloved hot dogs, the Oscar Mayer Wiener, and then you wonder why the two haven't been paired together earlier. Here are nine Oscar-themed hot dogs inspired by each of the films nominated for Best Picture. Everything from "The Parisian Dog" for Midnight in Paris with pâté and Dijon vinaigrette to the pineapple and Sriracha "Hawaii Dog" for The Descendants. More

Each week we round up our favorite posts and recipes from our friends at The Kitchn. This week they're discussing favorite ways to make BLTs, sharing ideas for cheese platters, using pizza dough for non-pizza dishes, and more. More

Chow down on crayfish this week at Aquavit Bistro's Crayfish Festival! [Photograph: Frugan on Flickr] August 11 (Thursday) Crayfish Festival Thursday August 8-12 and 15-19, lunch and dinner Aquavit Bistro is bringing back the Crayfish Festival this summer in... More

With so much beautiful produce at the farmers' market these days, you may as well start enjoying it first thing in the morning! Here's 10 recipes to sweeten up your breakfasts with fresh summer fruit. More

Anyone else headed to the park for a show during these summer concert series? Sometimes all you need is a good loaf of bread, a hunk of cheese, and a bag of grapes. Other times, you're looking for something a little more inspired and real-dinner-esque. Finding the right foods to bring along isn't actually that simple. You want something that won't spoil, be too messy, or require much beyond your hands and plastic utensils. More

I love the sort of Italian sandwiches that feature the meat that's stuffed inside and not much more. At DiPalo Selects, the venerable Italian grocer on the corner of Grand and Mott, they do just that. More

Make Japanese street food classics like yakitori next Thursday at the Brooklyn Kitchen. [Photograph: Robyn Lee] August 4 (Thursday) IPA Class at Jimmy's No. 43 Thursday August 4, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Love a nice, hoppy beer? Then this... More

Each week we round up our favorite posts and recipes from our friends at The Kitchn. This week they're sharing heirloom tomato recipes, dressing up drinks with crafty ice cubes, chilling serving platters for cold food, and more. More

What says summer better than a perfectly ripe peach? With its lovable, fuzzy skin and sweet, juicy interior a peach might be the best summer snack we can think of. Sure, you can throw peaches into any number of dishes or cocktails to sweeten them up—like in peach lemonade or over a salad—but this tasty fruit does just fine all on its own, thank you. More

• Killer Lobster (Sandwich): Some of the best lobster between two slices of bread can be found at B&G Oysters in Boston with their Lobster BLT.
• A Colorful Mediterranean Experience: New York's Bistro Lamazou serves up a variety of well-prepared Mediterranean dishes in its color-filled, over-the-top setting.
• Burgers Worth the Price Tag: The burgers at The Florentine in Chicago might be a bit pricey, but rest assured, they're totally worth it.
• The Best Ice Cream in Boston: Boston has dozens of shops making and selling their own homemade, small batch ice cream. Whittle down the list with our top five recommendations.
• A Taste of the Tito: Shopsins in New York City is known for its one-of-a-kind dishes, like the Tito, with toast bits, chorizo, salsa, jack cheese and poached eggs.
• Fun for All Ages: Chuck E. Cheese reinvents their pizza recipe with surprisingly acceptable results.

Each week we round up our favorite posts and recipes from our friends at The Kitchn. This week they're roasting coffee beans at home, grilling salmon on cedar planks, looking at restaurants that are in homes, and more. More

Take a farmers' market tour and cooking class this Saturday at The Brooklyn Kitchen! [Photograph: Erin Zimmer] July 28 (Thursday) A Talk on Food Markets and Immigrant Identity in NYC Thursday July 28, 6:30 p.m. How does food define... More

Nothing compares to an in-season tomato, picked at the height of summer. And while we may be getting a little ahead of ourselves, we have tomato season seriously on the brain. More

This week, the Kitchn shows you how to make quick pickled mushrooms, asks readers what they cook when cooking for one, shares a cheesemonger's adventures through Italy, and more. More

Learn to make New England Seafood Shack classics like lobster rolls this Sunday at the Institute of Culinary Education. [Photograph: John M. Edwards] July 14 (Thursday) Bastille Day Tribeca Thursday, July 14, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Come celebrate... More

Happy Bastille Day, Serious Eaters! We're observing French Independence with a round up of some of our favorite French recipes for appetizers, sides, mains, desserts, and drinks. What better way to celebrate the French than with some of their delectable food? Bon appétit! More

This week, the Kitchn brings you 10 creative and practical ideas for storing all your spices, beer and salad pairings, cucumber recipes for the summer, and more. More

This Friday sample over 100 varieties of Belgian beer at the Get Real Belgian Beer Festival.[Photograph: Maggie Hoffman] July 8 (Friday) Get Real Belgian Beer Festival Friday and Saturday July 8 & 9, 3:00-6:00p.m. & 8:00-11:00p.m. Craving some Belgian... More

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July's biggest holiday might be the Fourth, but that doesn't mean that it's not worth celebrating every holiday July has to offer—like July 7th, or National Macaroni Day. Here's a roundup of seven of our favorite mac and cheeses to make at home. More

When I walked into El Cocotero, a small Venezuelan restaurant in Chelsea, and ordered the El Venezolano Sandwich, the waitress refused. "You don't want that as a sandwich," she said, "you want it as an arepa." I decided to order both and see for myself. More