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• Recipes
• Mini Éclairs with Meyer Lemon Filling
  Tiny pastries laced with tart lemon cream
• Beer Buster
  A potent beer cocktail
• Bermuda Highball
  Truly escapist
• Between the Sheets
  
• Blood Orange Sparkler
  Slightly bitter blood orange juice is beautiful with bubbly
• Blow Job
  Don't be offended
• Blue Hawaii
  
• Smoked Trout Crostini
  Easy but sophisticated finger food
• Sparkling Campari Cocktail
  A bubbly balance of sweet and tart
• Liquid Cocaine
  A drink that is meant to get you somewhere
• Loch Lomond
  
• Lounge Lizard
  
• Pecan and Salt Caramel Cheesecake
  Sweet, salty, and a bit of crunch
• Mint Julep
  With fresh mint and bourbon
• Mongolian Beef Kebabs with Chile Jam
  Skewered meat doused in spicy sauce
• Monkey Gland
  Few classic cocktails of such appealing character have such odious names
• Moscow Mule
  A vodka-based cocktail with the unusual addition of ginger beer
• Negroni
  A ruddy glow and a tongue-tingling taste
• Neopolitan
  
• Old Nick
  With rye, Drambuie, and citrus
• Opening
  Keeps you asking for more until closing time
• Orange Blossom
  A lovely mixture of gin and orange
• Paris Is Burning
  A warm mixture of Cognac and Chambord
• Hot Pants
  Combines grapefruit and tequila
• Peanut-Covered Peanut Butter Cookie Slabs
  Go ahead, go nuts
• Pear, Poire
  Pear eau de vie, pear, and bubbly
• Perfect Margarita
  The one and only true way to make it
• Petite Camembert Sandwiches with Leeks and Cremini
  Mini grilled cheese bites
• Prosciutto Palmiers
  Cheating with frozen puff pastry
• Pumpkin Butterscotch-Chip Cookies
  A rich buttery flavor and toffeelike sweetness
• Pumpkin Flan
  A tasty take on the custardy dessert
• Rib Steaks with Spice Rub and Green Bean Salad
  Add another layer of flavor with a spice rub
• Rice Krispies Treats Birthday Cake
  This childhood staple molds into an impressive cake
• Road Runner
  With amaretto and coconut
• Roast Turkey with Mushroom Sauce
  A classic from Chef Charlie Palmer
• Rob Roy
  Robert MacGregor, the Scottish Robin Hood, is the source for the name of this cocktail
• Root Beer (alcoholic)
  For grown-ups only
• Root Beer BBQ Beans
  A new dimension for a barbecue staple
• Rum Swizzle
  The first mention of the swizzle stick dates back to 1879
• Salt Cod and Clam Stew
  A light fish stew with clams
• Rye Lane
  Refreshing; with rye, orange juice, and almond liqueur
• Sangría
  Spanish punch made with wine and fruit
• Sauerkraut with Juniper
  A hearty side with unusual spices
• Savory Cannellini Bean Spread
  A garlicky bean mix for dipping
• Sazerac
  A classic New Orleans cocktail
• Scorpion
  
• Scorpion Bowl
  A tropical frozen drink
• Screwdriver
  Vodka version of the Orange Blossom
• Seething Jealousy
  An enviable blend of orange, cherry, and Scotch
• Sex on the Beach
  
• Carne Asada
  Build a better burrito with it
• Chicken Chile Verde
  A party dish that's easy to make ahead of time
• Cumin Salt
  Really nice with a margarita
• Cayenne Salt
  Adds subtle spice to a margarita
• Sidecar
  A methodical blend of brandy, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice
• Silent Monk
  A divine blend of Bénédictine, Cointreau, and cream
• Singapore Sling
  A classic cocktail without a classic recipe
• Skylab
  A potent mix of high-proof rum and fruit
• Sloe Gin Fizz
  A classic sparkler with sloe gin and lemon
• Smooth Operator
  A creamy tropical (alcoholic) slushie
• Dark ‘n’ Stormy
  The Bermudan classic
• Hurricane
  For when you're in a stormy mood
• Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
  Fast and delicious
• Ruby on Rails
  Created for the CHOW launch party
• Savory Onion and Leek Tart
  Inspired by the Alsatian flammenküche
• Black Forest “Strata”
  A luscious take on the classic German dessert
• Black Velvet
  A combination of famous libations
• Full Moon Punch
  A beautiful punch that's eerily strong
• Hot Crab Dip
  Crab cakes deconstructed and topped with cornbread
• Drunken Affogato (Ice Cream Shots)
  Spiked ice cream floats
• Curried Carrot Soup
  Curry and coconut add an exotic twist
• Chicken Skewers with Dukkah Crust
  Chicken in a spice mix of nuts and herbs
• Smoked Duck Pizza with Hoisin
  Duck combines with red onion and hoisin
• Rice Crackers with Goat Cheese and Edamame
  An addictive snack
• Roasted Shrimp with Romesco Sauce
  Oven-roasted shrimp pair with a classic Spanish sauce
• Roasted Shrimp with Romesco Sauce
  Oven-roasted shrimp pair with a classic Spanish sauce
• Red Chile–Guava Margarita
  A little bit sweet with a nice kick of heat
• Best Eggnog
  A potent recipe for the holidays
• Thanksgiving Sparkler
  Tasty well beyond turkey day
• Cranberry Conserve
  With apples, walnuts, and currant jelly
• Bitter Widow
  A riff on the Negroni from Salt House
• White Chocolate–Cranberry Bark
  A festive confection for the holidays
• Chile Relleno Strata
  Chiles, salsa, and sour cream
• Smoky Bloody Mary
  Chipotle en adobo gives it a smoky edge
• Pickled Jalapeños
  Pick a peck of pickled peppers
• Baked Chicken and Artichoke Casserole
  Packed with cheese and mushrooms
• Basic (Vegan) Chocolate Cupcake
  A fabulous, 100 percent vegan recipe
• Sparkling Rum Runner
  Here’s a sparkling version you can serve as an apéritif
• Black Sesame and Mustard Popcorn
  An Asian-inspired movie treat
• Spicy Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn
  With a little chile oil and cinnamon-sugar
• Chile-Infused Tequila
  A nice kick of heat
• Fish House Punch
  A pretty peach and rum punch
• Grilled Corn with Cayenne, Lime, and Cotija
  An addictive warm-weather snack
• Watermelon, Tomato, and Kalamata Olive Salad
  Mint and ricotta salata tie it together
• Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake
  A light chiffon cake filled with mascarpone and sweet cream
• Tequila Shrimp
  A quick dip in some booze gives these shrimp a nice twist
• Apricot and Sweet Cherry Pandowdy
  Shards of almond crust make it anything but dowdy
• Thai Fighter
  The signature drink at CHOW's SF launch party
• Bramble
  Our favorite way to drink blackberries
• Tropical Fruit Cooler
  Make a pitcher and watch it disappear
• Middle Eastern Lamb Burgers
  Moroccan kefta meets backyard barbecue
• Virgin Bramble
  A Bramble sans alcohol
• Mint “Limonata”
  A boozy take on Italian lemon soda
• Blackberry and Cabernet Caipirinha
  Like a Caiprinha plus sangría and a blackberry twist
• Mango Margarita
  A tropical twist on the classic
• Paloma
  Like a bubbly margarita
• Santa Maria
  A sainted way to drink tequila
• Carmen Amaya
  Created by CHOW columnist Jordan Mackay
• Carrot Slaw
  Dressed with mustard and herbs
• Chicken Kabab (Jujeh kabab)
  Grilled chicken and tomatoes with lime butter
• 1621
  A fall cocktail in homage to the first Thanksgiving
• Black Pepper Lavash
  Crackly flatbread spiced up by black pepper
• Twinks
  Our vanilla cream filling makes them even better
• Twinks
  Our vanilla cream filling makes them even better
• Grape and Taleggio Grilled Cheese
  Doused in grappa for a boozy, floral note
• Tart Cranberry Pie
  A sweet-tart winter dessert
• Peninsular War
  Spanish and French liqueurs duke it out over cranberries
• Cranberry Culprit
  Bourbon and amaretto liven up cranberries
• Puritan’s Pride
  A cranberry cocktail for the teetotalers
• Watercress-Walnut Dip
  A sophisticated starter
• Chicory, Tangerine, and Pomegranate Salad
  With pickled shallots and tangerine vinaigrette
• Vanilla Cream
  A rich take on a basic snackie-cake filling
• Pumpkin Cupcakes with Buttermilk Icing
  A few bites of fall anytime you please
• Mushroom and Fennel Bread Pudding
  Loaded with herbs and pecorino
• Oat and Honey Vodka
  An amazing feat of infusion
• Spicy Green Rice (Arroz Verde)
  Shares the plate well with grilled meats
• Citizen Cake Rum Butter Cake with Key Lime Cream and Tropical Fruits
  A fun cake from chef Elizabeth Falkner
• Celery Root and Squash Gratin with Walnut-Thyme Streusel
  Ring in fall with this seasonal gratin
• Peppermint Hot Chocolate
  Crushed-up candies lend a minty note
• Buttermilk Icing
  A tangy topper to your favorite cupcake
• Red Chile Sauce
  The mother sauce of Border Cuisine
• Elder Fashion
  A quick drink that's an instant classic
• Apple-Chestnut Soup with Parsley Croutons
  A creamless puréed soup that's the essence of fall
• Oatmeal-Banana-Raisin Waffles
  Have a great (vegan) morning
• Tomatillo Salsa
  A fresh and slightly hot salsa
• Tomato-Basil Arancini
  Small Italian rice croquettes packed with mozzarella
• Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
  Creamy, rich, and packed with vanilla
• Añejo Manhattan
  A sacrilegious take on the classic
• Whole Wheat Sablés
  Buttery cookies with the nutty flavor of whole wheat
• Concord Grape Martini
  Just gin, grape juice, and orange bitters
• Lavender-Infused Gin
  Give this English liquor a Frenchy twist
• Vermouth de Provence
  The herbed spirit gets herbier
• Provençale
  Mouth-watering and savory
• Chocolate Brioche Club Sandwich
  Creamy chocolate custard paired with buttery brioche
• Pan de Muertos (Day of the Dead Bread)
  A yeasty sweet bread from Mexico
• Bacalao Croquetas
  Crispy little salt-cod fritters
• Turkey Pot Pie
  Creamy filling with a buttery crust
• Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Pear Cider Gravy
  Bacon keeps the turkey moist
• Cornbread and Oyster Stuffing
  So good, it stands on its own
• Potato Parsnip Gratin
  A side-dish standby takes on a new dimension
• Chocolate Pecan Pie
  Downright decadent
• Godfather
  A stiff drink, made sweeter with Amaretto
• Double Chocolate–Caramel Cookies
  Thumbprint cookies filled with caramel candies
• Chile-Lime Peanuts
  These beat out bar peanuts any day of the week
• Canelazo
  A warm cinnamon cocktail made with aguardiente
• Spiked Frozen Coffee Shots
  Stay up as you get down
• Simple Syrup
  A bar staple
• Ginger Syrup
  Spices up anything and everything
• Corn with Chèvre and Red Peppers
  A light, Frenchy twist on classic creamed corn
• Champagne Cocktail
  The original sparkling cocktail
• Charles Chocolates Pecan Brownies
  If you like nuts, this recipe is for you
• Soft-Centred Chocolate Pudding
  Individual servings of rich chocolate goodness
• Chocolate Toffee Pumpkin Seed Bark
  With a pinch of cayenne
• Chocolate-Whiskey Cake with Fluthered Cream
  So boozy even the cream is drunk
• Radicchio, Apple, and Squash Tempura
  Dipped in saba for a delicate starter
• Honey Fritters with Blood Oranges
  Airy fritters tinged with orange
• Fried Chickpeas with Sage
  Dusted in paprika for a smoky, crunchy snack
• Mochi Ice Cream
  Sweet mochi dough encases ice cream
• Gin Rickey
  Named after a lobbyist
• Asian Iced Tea
  A Japanese slant on the classic refresher
• Potato-Turnip Duck-Fat Latkes
  Silver dollar latkes flavored with thyme, onion, and pepper
• Toasted Mochi in Seaweed (Norimaki Mochi)
  With soy sauce and seaweed
• Toasted Mochi in Soybean Flour (Kinako Mochi)
  Toasted mochi are rolled in a sweet, nutty coating
• Solstice Punch
  Citrus brightens up a punch reminiscent of warmer weather
• Momofuku Chicken Wings
  Soy and sake give an Asian slant to wings
• Hot and Sour Soup
  One of the most well-known Chinese soups
• Pork and Pâté Vietnamese Sandwich (Banh Mi)
  Sweet, tangy, spicy, and crunchy
• Bubbe’s Sugar Cookies
  Great for rolled and cut cookies
• Endive with Figs, Blue Cheese, and Pecans
  The classic salad combo turns into an hors d'oeuvre
• Mulled Apple Cider
  Black pepper adds an unexpected kick
• Spiced Lamb Riblets
  A natural pairing of lamb and Moroccan spices
• Serrano Ham and Membrillo Crostini
  Topped with Manchego cheese
• Bichon Frisé
  The Greyhound gone French
• Elderflower Sidecar
  A twist on the classic
• Gigi
  Channel your inner Frenchy
• Sophisticate
  The Cosmo gets some sophistication
• The Corsican
  A drink of both Italian and French origins
• Angel’s Share
  There's happy hour in heaven too
• Elderflower Royale
  Elderflower and champagne with a touch of bitters
• Girasol
  An exotic cocktail
• Martinique
  Reminiscent of the French Caribbean
• Big Spender
  ... spend a little time with me
• Bellini
  Created at Harry’s Bar in Venice in 1948
• Lo Scintillante
  Hard to pronounce, easy to make
• Grapefruit Bitters
  Campari, vodka, vermouth, and grapefruit make for tart, citrusy bitters
• Pineapple Granité
  Blended pineapple and orange are frozen into icy granules
• Pepper-Roasted Cauliflower
  Charred bites seasoned with soy and pepper
• Honeymoon Cocktail
  Not just for newlyweds
• Money Green Champagne
  Mint, sugar, and champagne
• Coffee Sauce
  A sweet dessert sauce with a rich coffee flavor
• Caramel Ice Cream
  Creamy, rich, caramelly
• Caramel Sundae with Cinnamon-Sugar Chips
  An adult take on the childhood staple
• Garbo Gargle Cocktail
  A sultry concoction named for the sultry starlet
• Michelada
  A Mexican-style beer cocktail
• Slushy Blended Margarita
  The slushy cousin of the famous tequila cocktail
• Filthy Martini
  Why drink it dirty when you can get filthy?
• Chili con Carne
  "Bowl of red" to Texans
• Salted Caramel Sauce
  Tasty enough to eat on its own
• Basic Tomato Sauce
  Quick, simple, and flavorful
• Pico de Gallo
  The essential salsa for chips and dip
• Welsh Rarebit Bites
  Beer-laced cheese spread on bread
• Lox Flatbread
  An addictive appetizer
• Vanilla Bean Pound Cake
  Tender cake flecked with vanilla
• Toasted Pound Cake with Coffee Sauce
  An addictive pairing
• Garlicky Kale and Spinach Dip
  A pesto-esque dip with kale
• Texas Queso Dip
  The staple Tex-Mex dip
• Cheesy Enchiladas
  Loaded with cheese and chile gravy
• Sunshine Bitters
  Good (bitter) morning!
• Jerusalem Artichokes with Crispy Prosciutto
  A quick sauté with prosciutto and mint
• Winter Greens Lasagne
  Makes eating your greens a pleasure
• Kiwi Cheesecake
  Rich and creamy, with honeyed kiwi
• Marinated Mushrooms
  The longer these fungi sit the better
• Pecan Kugel
  It makes for a show-stopping presentation
• Irish Cheddar and Stout Fondue
  Perfect for St. Patty's
• Milk Chocolate Crêpe Terrine
  Heaven for crêpe-lovers
• Warm German Potato Salad
  Mustard and vinegar are softened by sugar and beer
• Douglas Fairbanks
  After the great actor of silent film
• Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes
  Cupcakes for grown-ups
• Goat Cheese Toasts with Asparagus-Mushroom Ragu
  Creamy and crunchy
• Vieux Carré
  A potent cocktail from the Big Easy
• Cold Pasta Salad with Baby Artichokes (Pinninos kin Iscarzofa)
  Check out these babies
• Coconut Tres Leches Cake
  Everyone asks for this recipe
• Bison Bacon Cheeseburger
  Topped with a mess of jalapeños and onions
• Thyme-Rubbed Bison Short Ribs
  Garlic, thyme, and lemon zest flavor braised bison
• White Asparagus Soup with Pistachios
  The lesser-known asparagus takes center stage
• Harissa-Marinated Tri-Tip Roast
  Harissa paste spices up this quick preparation
• Knockout Punch
  Slightly sweet, nicely fruity, and high in alcohol
• Mock Potato Salad
  Classic, creamy, but with kohlrabi instead of potatoes
• Chicken Cacciatore
  Pollo Alla Cacciatora
• Rhubarb Syrup
  Sip up spring with this floral syrup
• Strawberry Cosmopolitan
  A berry twist on the Cosmo
• Oven-Fried Buttermilk Chicken
  Pack some for your next picnic
• Bombay Government Punch
  The original rum punch
• Tea-Infused Vermouth
  A cocktail essential with an unexpected edge
• The Jersey Lightning
  Strikes when you least expect it
• Potato Salad with Peas and Mint
  Pasta carbonara becomes potato salad
• Kumquat Caipirinha
  Kumquats give an edge to Brazil's national cocktail
• Blueberry Cake
  Made in a slow cooker
• Grand Marnier Tea Cooler
  Iced tea spiked with orange liqueur
• Bacardi Cocktail
  Simple, sweet, and boozy
• Simple Garlic Chicken Breasts
  
• Brandy Crusta
  The sugary rim creates a sweet crust
• Absinthe Suissesse
  A daring cocktail
• American Beauty
  Inspired by the American Beauty rose
• Root Beer Float
  Rich and frothy
• Green Bean Salad
  A tasty summer salad
• Meyer Lemon Digestif
  A floral twist on limoncello
• Barbecue Cheese Burgers
  The three quintessential "B"s for a burger: big, beefy, and barbecue
• Cream Cheese Pinwheels
  Cream cheese cookies filled with jam
• CHOW Slider
  The first modern burger
• Casino
  Laced with lemon, cherry, and bitter orange
• Aromatic Bitters
  Give your cocktail a backbone
• Orange Bitters
  A potent elixir for your next cocktail
• Cornmeal Fried Catfish with Rémoulade
  Cornmeal adds crunch to this pan-fried fish
• Baklava Sundae with Grilled Peaches
  Top with ouzo for a grown-up version
• Pluot-Amaretti Trifle
  Custard, cookies, and cream
• Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream
  A classic American flavor
• Clover Club
  A long-lost cocktail from the 19th century
• Clover Club
  A long-lost cocktail from the 19th century
• Tuna, Olive, Avocado, and Green Bean Salad
  Like salade niçoise with a California twist
• Salted Caramel Frosting
  Bitter and sweet, with a pinch of salt
• Shortbread Lemon Bars
  Satiny lemon curd on a buttery shortbread base
• Cornmeal Blini with Caviar
  Cornmeal adds texture and flavor
• Spiked Strawberry Lemonade
  
• Slow-Baked Quince with Honey and Cognac
  Long, slow baking caramelizes this hard fruit
• Grilled Chicken with Rosemary White Barbecue Sauce
  Grilled chicken with a mayonnaise-based slather
• Mixed Berry Shortcakes with Whipped Cream
  Sweet berries top flaky shortcakes
• Blackberry Kir Royale
  Celebrate with this bubbly blackberry apéritif
• Pistachio-Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
  A triple-decker summer delight
• Vanilla Malt Frosting
  Classic frosting with a kick of malt
• Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream
  Tequila, canela, and milk chocolate share the spotlight
• Frozen Coco Loco
  All that's missing is the paper umbrella
• Bittersweet Chocolate Frosting
  A simple topping for cookies and cakes
• Cardamom-Spiced Carrot Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
  Have your cake and eat your veggies too
• Chanterelle Popcorn
  A decadent munchie
• Snickerdoodles
  The classic cinnamon-sugar cookie
• Triple Malt Chocolate Cake
  A soda fountain treat turned into a cake
• Graham Cracker Malted Vanilla Ice Cream
  Creamy malted goodness
• Tierra Mojada
  Peach purée livens up this tequila cocktail
• Toasted Pecan Gelato
  Irresistiblely rich and nutty gelato
• Drunken Watermelon Pops
  An adult version of a college favorite
• Annette’s Crunchy Coffee Ice Cream
  A coffee lover's treat
• Basil and Rye
  Part Julep, part Mojito
• Black Peppercorn Syrup
  Exotic, floral, and spicy
• Black Pepper Martini
  The classic cocktail gets an exotic twist
• Smoked Paprika Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp
  Like chorizo-flavored shrimp
• Roasted Eggplant and Walnut Dip
  Move over hummus
• Lamb Meatballs with Lemon-Cumin Yogurt
  Mediterranean flavors liven up an easy party appetizer
• Honeyed Cashews with Kosher Salt
  The perfect accompaniment to your next cocktail
• Mini Tapenade and Manchego Sandwiches
  With peppery arugula
• Mixed Olive Tapenade
  Rich, briny olive-and-caper paste
• Moroccan Charmoula Roast Pork Loin
  Slathered with a sweet, hot sauce
• Kiwi Soda
  A refreshing green sparkler
• Vegan Mini Wellingtons
  Perfect for a snack or appetizer
• Quaker Shaker
  Made with oat-and-honey-infused vodka
• Fig Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini
  Perfect for a holiday cocktail party
• Log Cabin
  Sip a bit of fall any time of year
• Passionista
  A stiff tropical cocktail
• Whole Roasted Suckling Pig
  More than a meal, it's an event
• Cheehu Cocktail
  Lychee cocktail, Hawaiian style
• Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
  You'll never go back to frosting from a can
• Bacon-Thyme Corn Muffin Tops
  That's right, just the tops
• German Chocolate Cake
  Finished with vanilla buttercream
• East India Cocktail
  Sherry and vermouth never had it so good
• Teatini
  The name says it all
• Guava Batida
  A spiked fruity shake
• Inca Trail
  Enjoyed by Chileans and Peruvians alike
• Duck Fart
  An Alaskan original
• Bloody Caesar
  Recommended for your next hangover
• Black Tea–Infused Vodka
  Two ingredients, yet so complex
• Kava Shake
  A creamy coconut milk shake with a kick
• Frozen Lambic Ice
  Like raspberry sorbet with a boozy kick
• Chocolate Ganache Tart
  With cherry-vodka sauce
• Seared Scallops with Lemon and Vodka
  Delicious as a pasta sauce
• Valentini
  A blushing mimosa
• Warm Spinach Salad with Honey-Garlic Vinaigrette
  Tossed with almonds and mushrooms
• Marinated Bocconcini
  A new take on an old favorite
• French Toast Casserole
  Loaded with pecans, raisins, and spice
• Dukkah-Crusted Salmon
  Nuts and spice coat easy baked salmon
• The BEST Buffalo Chicken Dip EVER
  
• Tom and Jerry
  A traditional Christmas drink from the early 19th century
• Cheesy Artichoke Dip
  There's a serving of veggies in there
• Beer-Braised Bratwursts with Onion
  Served swathed in mustard on a toasted hoagie roll
• Pecan Turtle Brownies
  Pecans, caramel, and chocolate—nuff said
• Eggplant and Hummus Pita Crisps
  Flavorful and crispy
• Eggnog Cheesecake
  Rich cheesecake, enlivened with eggnog
• Steak Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
  Have your steak and eat it too
• Rémoulade
  Our take on the Southern classic
• Blue Cheese Dressing
  The tanginess comes from yogurt
• Honey-Mustard Snack Mix
  Sweet, salty, and superaddictive
• Braised White Beans with Chard
  Hearty winter fare that's healthy
• Broiled Mussels with Sweet Paprika Aioli
  An addictive appetizer
• The Academy Sparkler
  Bubbly dolled up with spiced orange syrup
• Black Pepper–Manchego Cheese Puffs
  Loaded with flavor but light as a feather
• Olive-Parsley Dip with Crudités
  Fresh seasonal vegetables served with a tangy olive dip
• Sweet Paprika Aioli
  Garlic mayo with hint of paprika
• Roasted Rosemary Walnuts
  An upscale bar snack for your next cocktail party
• Orange Marmalade Truffles
  Chocolate and orange, a winning combo
• Mardi Gras King Cake
  Brioche dough filled with spiced pecans
• Mocha Pudding Cake
  Crusty, cakey, and gooey all at once
• Easy Kettle Corn
  State-fair fare brought home
• Kumquat Sparkler
  A festive cocktail

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• Medias
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• The Worm Turns
  One man's quest for the perfect Halloween eats.
• Rachael Ray Parties Like a Rock Star
  Her SXSW party officially "threw the WTF factor way over the roof."

• Stories
• How Much Do You Love Me?
  A guide to giving wine
• Killer Apps
  These are the appetizers that people elbow each other out of the way for
• Build Your Own Burrito Bar
  Raise a margarita to Cinco de Mayo
• Moktoberfest!
  Celebrate Oktoberfest with great beer and better food
• World’s First Vacuum Decanter
  Control your wine’s oxygen consumption
• Key to the Liquor Cabinet
  How to create the ultimate home bar
• Super Bowl for a Crowd
  Tex-Mex-style game-day grub
• How to Make a House Cocktail
  A good host is always prepared
• Entertaining Tips
  Everything you need to know for a successful party
• Throw My Wedding
  Is it OK to ask friends to help with your reception?
• Shhhh, She’s Not Invited!
  How to exclude certain coworkers from a party invitation
• Take It Outside
  A casual summer menu
• 10 Homemade Pizzas
  Easy pies to please any palate
• Is Fido Invited?
  When it’s not OK to bring your dog to a party
• Approaching the Cheese Counter
  How to choose cheese for different occasions
• Bring Happy Hour Home
  With this easy cocktail party menu
• 10 Party Preparation Tips
  How to entertain the easy way
• Super Bowl Party Playbook
  Tackling the game-day festivities
• 10 Super Bowl Party Shortcuts
  Less time cooking means more time for beer and TV
• Super Bowl Party Tips
  How to get your beer open and the party going
• How to Tap a Keg with JD Beebe
  Too much foam is the enemy
• How to Open a Beer with a Pen
  Push down, not up
• How to Open a Beer with a Piece of Paper
  Sounds like a magic trick
• Securing Your Bottle Openers
  Batten down the hatches before your party
• Double-Dipping on Trial
  There’s negligible contamination, but it’s still unacceptable
• Ditching an Annoying Guest
  She came last year, must she again?
• How to Set Up Your Room for a Super Bowl Party
  Create stadium seating in your home
• Academy Awards Cocktail Party
  Celebrate the Oscars with old-school Hollywood style
• How to Set Up Your Room for an Oscar Party
  Roll out the red carpet for your friends