Features

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Dining Out
Hollywood East Dimsum in DC
A Chefs' Guide to Eating Out In Washington, DC
a tasting flight of beer in portland
The Best Breweries in Portland, Oregon
A bar in Chicago
Where to Eat and Drink in Chicago: A Local's Guide
hummus in San Francisco
Where to Eat and Drink in San Francisco: A Local's Guide
Food History
Close-up of njahi (Kenyan Black Beans)
The Njahi Wars: Behind Kenya's Controversial Black Bean
pastillas de leche on a plate surrounded by candy in intricately cut wrappers, an art form known as pabalat
Mayela's Gift: Unwrapping Pastillas de Leche
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The History of Hibiscus Drinks in the African Diaspora
Garifuna dish of hudutu
The Garifuna Diaspora Celebrates 223 Years of its Cuisine
Food Industry
recycling bins with items sorting
A Better System of Recycling Is Possible (With a Little Help)
broccoli stems that have been cut off on a wood cutting board with a knife.
A Food Waste State of Mind: How to Tackle a Systemic Problem as an Individual
plastic clamshell containers on a pink background
How To Tackle The Single-Use Plastic Crisis in Your Kitchen
a whole chicken in a cast iron skillet on a stovetop
The Truth About Big Chicken
Food Science
A close up of aquafaba meringue frosting
The Science Behind Vegan Meringues
Mint-yogurt marinade being poured over boneless skinless chicken thighs
The Science of Yogurt Marinades
An Introduction to the Maillard Reaction: The Science of Browning, Aroma, and Flavor
close up of ap flour sourdough starter on day 11
The Science of Sourdough Starters
Personal Essays
pastillas de leche on a plate surrounded by candy in intricately cut wrappers, an art form known as pabalat
Mayela's Gift: Unwrapping Pastillas de Leche
Illustration of a hand holding a bitten-into peach
A Peach by Any Other Name Is Just as Gross: My Terrible Fear of Fruit
Overhead view of a table full of traditional Ramadan foods.
When Family is Far, Food Offers a Sense of Belonging During Ramadan
Close-up of njahi (Kenyan Black Beans)
The Njahi Wars: Behind Kenya's Controversial Black Bean
The Latest
Overhead of a serving plate of corn salad with a bowl of sticky rice on the side.
Tam Khao Pod Kai Kem (Thai Corn Salad With Salted Duck Egg)
Two kheema samosas on a plate, one broken open to show its interior
Lamb Kheema Samosa (Samosa Stuffed With Spiced Ground Lamb)
Samosas on a serving plate with a ramekin of herb chutney alongside
Aloo Samosa (Samosa Stuffed With Spiced Potato and Peas)
nem lui platter with a bowl of warm water alongside
Beyond Phở: A Rice Paper Roll Platter Is Vietnam on a Tray
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Boston Baked Beans, and Other Foods Named After Different Foods
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An Introduction to South African Cuisine
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In Praise of Fruity Pebbles
Wild pigs at a feeder in the woods in Texas.
Why You Should be Eating More Wild Pigs Right Now
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Why a Control State Liquor Store Might Be Your Best Bet for Finding Rare and Interesting Spirits
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A Song of Spice and Fire: The Real Deal With Hunan Cuisine
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Is Barrel Aged Gin a Good Idea?
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Double Down Throwdown: Our Homemade Version Takes on KFC's
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The Great American Girl Doll Cook-Off
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Beyond Casseroles: What to Cook for New Parents
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Our Secret List of Banned Words
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The Nasty Bits: Wrestling with a Bucket of Cured Pig's Tails
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Anyone Tried Bittman's Pizza Crust Recipe?
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Trending: Hot Soppressata Is the New Pepperoni
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Know Your Sweets: Cinnamon Rolls
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"What Do You Mean, 'Biblical'?": Calculating the Ghostbusters Twinkie in Real Life
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Why Is My Vegan Entree as Expensive as the Meat?
Peanut butter and jelly sandwich on white sliced bread, cut in half with the cut sides facing the camera.
Peanut Butter and Jelly: A Serious Eats Special Report
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How Do You Eat Your Bagel?
Making the Blumenburger
The Blumenburger -- The Most Labor-Intensive Hamburger Ever
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How to Develop Your Tea-Tasting Palate
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Deep Dish Pizza à la 'Cook's Illustrated'
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Falafel Waffles = Wafalafels
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All About Curry
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Koshary: Feeding a Revolution in Cairo
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Stella's Favorite Recipes of 2017
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Favorite Brunch Drinks: How to Make The Blur from Nopa in San Francisco
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Exploring the USDA's Food Desert Locator
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A 'Typical' Breakfast in ... South Africa
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Top Ten Uniquely '80s Foods
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The Sandwich on '30 Rock' Sandwich Day Episode Revealed: Fiore's in Hoboken, NJ
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Snapshots from Germany: Sülze (AKA Head Cheese)
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Sardines for Breakfast Anyone?
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West Coast Events for March and Beyond
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How to Sustainably Harvest Ramps
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Poll: Do You Toast Your Pop-Tarts?
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Pet de Soeur Pastries, AKA Nun's Farts
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Flagel = Flat Bagel