Food & drink

Food & drink

A spicy sauce by any name may still taste as sweet (or, uh, as spicy?), but it won't be the same thing. Buffalo wing sauce and hot sauce are the crimson beauties of capsaicin-lovers' epicurean daydreams - indeed, they share a lot of the same applications - but they're different condiments entirely, and not able to be used interchangeably in recipes.

From Dutch apple tarts to Spanish seafood, Ukrainian sweet porridge and Turkish delights, Irish-based chefs from around the globe share what they will be serving up this Christmas

After years of making salmon recipes, I can finally say: I know a thing or two about how to cook this popular fish! I used to become frustrated by salmon that came out "fishy" tasting and mushy (has this happened to you?). So I started on a quest to nail based baked salmon, then moved on to different cooking methods and flavor combinations. As I went along, luckily I found my family loved these recipes, too.

Established in 1908, Barney Greengrass specializes in smoked fish and other foods you'd commonly find at a Jewish deli. Per Bourdain, "they don't call him the sturgeon king for nothing." He joked that the "essential ingredients for a balanced breakfast" included the New York Times, Barney Greengrass, and cigarettes. Among a variety of sought-after smoked fish dishes, Bourdain's breakfast order typically included two specific dishes for which the NYC deli was especially well known: the sturgeon platter and the Nova, eggs, and onions dish.

The tiny - and cheap - nutritional powerhouses are excellent sources of both plant-based protein and fiber (a cup of black beans, for example, contains around 15 grams of both). There's ample evidence to suggest eating them regularly can help with far more than just smooth digestion. In one 2025 study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition, 72 participants with prediabetes were split into three groups

A charcuterie board is a hit at any party, and Sam's Club is selling one that goes beyond a basic board. Right now, you can find a festive, gift-worthy set that includes not only 11 gourmet offerings, but also an engraved, rotating lazy Susan to serve things on. It's a 2-in-1 gift that'll keep on giving, since recipients will be able to keep using the lazy Susan long after they finish the delicious bites featured in the set.

"I think the DNA of Snowflake is showing off the range of American Single Malt and how many directions you can take," Aden says. "The only preconceived notion I go in with is that I don't want it to taste too similar to the past few years. In 2023, I leaned heavily on mezcal and Islay casks. 2024 was heavily fortified wines. This year, I wanted to stay under the umbrella of fruit, but I was inspired to be much more tropical, bright, citrusy and floral."

Grocery store shelves are stacked with convenient, protein-ified snacks, from bars to soda. But how much should you rely on them if you're trying to avoid ultra-processed foods? For Rob Hobson, a sports nutritionist, the answer is simple: it's "very, very easy" to consume enough protein without relying on UPFs, which are linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease when eaten in large amounts.

This former laundromat in Hermosa Beach has a storied history as a Mexican, Cantonese, and dinner-focused bar and grill of the same name it now bears: Martha's. But since 2018, the legendary South Bay restaurant has become a daily gathering spot for seaside breakfast with some of the friendliest service in Los Angeles. It's also become a regular weekend brunch haunt for our family, where servers are quick to bring high chairs and crayons for kids and portions are big enough that takeout boxes seem prerequisite.

(Australia) Beetroot on a burger is seen as very odd to tourists, but it's a classic staple. Asian delis can also add dragonfruit to a burger with the lot.

Saturday, December 6, 5-7PM Enjoy the Hot Cocoa Stroll with family and friends in Downtown Alameda. A variety of businesses will offer a warm welcome and a delectable assortment of sips & nibbles while supplies last. This fun, free, family-friendly tradition is sure to warm your heart! Participating businesses:Alameda Theatre (2317 Central Ave) - Cocoa outside the theatreAlameda Transmission (1919 Park St) - Hot cocoaBead Inspirations (1544 Park St) - Cookies and coupons!

The Salty is turning 10 and the celebration is going nationwide! Founded in Miami's Wynwood Arts District in 2015, The Salty began as a weekend pop-up out of a 1950s Aljoa camper, serving donuts unlike anything the city had ever seen. Today, the brand has 20 locations across Colorado, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Texas, and has earned national recognition as one of the best donut shops in America.

Rather than simply flavoring its milkshake with a strawberry extract or powder, Del Taco includes actual chunks of strawberry in the beverage. As noted on its website, its real strawberry milkshake consists of its vanilla shake and real strawberry topping, which is made up of strawberries, sugar, modified corn starch, red coloring, and cellulose gum, the latter of which is a commonly-used thickener.

Making the Arby's Beef and Cheddar sandwich at home is easier than it sounds: Most of the recipe happens in the oven, and once roasted, the beef is sliced and served with a quick and easy cheese sauce and a ketchup-based sauce that comes together while the beef cooks. The Red Ranch, which is less like a ranch and more like a salad dressing or barbecue sauce, adds a tangy flavor that complements the beef and ties together the rich elements of the stacked sandwich.

A new Little Debbie snack cake is always cause for celebration. The brand's latest offering is a delightful play on a beloved vintage dessert: the classic banana pudding. It's Banana Puddin' Creme Pie, which will be released in January 2026, perfectly encapsulates the flavors and textures of its dessert inspiration. Made from rich, banana-flavored creme and sweet custard filling sandwiched between two soft vanilla cookies, each bite promises to evoke fond memories of a homemade banana pudding.

In recent years, we've experienced the rise of unique foods like whipped dalgona coffee and fluffy, vibrant cloud bread. Meanwhile, folks around the world started topping everything from eggs to ice cream with Chinese chili crisp. When something tastes so good (and looks photogenic to boot), it's hard to resist the contemporary, visceral urge to blast it all over social media.

The downward movement marks an important break in the year's trends after six consecutive months of rising costs, bringing respite to the UK's hospitality and foodservice sectors ahead of the festive trading period. However, despite the dip, there remains significant volatility across several key food and drink categories. October's most significant downward movement was recorded in the vegetables category, where prices fell by -1.7% year-on-year.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine the flour and salt in a medium-sized bowl. Cut the butter and cream cheese into several pieces about 1" square. Use a pastry blender to cut the butter and cream cheese into the flour mixture. When the butter and cream cheese are well distributed, mix in the sour cream and water. Gather the dough into a ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

These edible baubles make a joyful addition to the Christmas table or tree. Soft, chewy, marshmallow-coated Rice Krispies are studded with pistachios and cranberries, chocolate and ginger, or peppermint candy cane; they're as fun to make as they are to eat, and they make a perfect little gift. To add a ribbon for hanging, cut small lengths of ribbon, then loop and knot the ends.

At Drink and Draw, artsy bar patrons draw to a theme and submit their artwork into a raffle for cocktails and other prizes at The Knockout in the Mission District. The artwork gets scanned online for all to admire. Drink and Draw happens every first Wednesday of the month from 6:30-9 pm. - Updated 7/1/19 - Event info last checked via website

You can, in theory, describe life as regularly standing in the kitchen, trying to figure out what's for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, making the meals, and then starting the whole process over again. It's easy to see how you can get into a rut, fall back on the same old things, and suddenly find even favorites getting boring. Sure, you can simplify your meal-planning routine to make things easier, but we'd like to point out that there's another way to re-inspire your meals - magic.

But it's not just us - Reese's is clearly getting into the spirit, too. The brand started rolling out its holiday candies, and this month, in addition to bringing back those beloved Christmas trees, it's also launching new Unwrapped Mini Trees. I rushed to three different grocery retailers before I could get my hands on a bright-orange bag. Here's how they compare to the O.G.

Christmas party season is upon us, and with it comes late nights centered around booze, cocktails and canapés... and perhaps a drunken rendition of Fairytale In New York. Dashing straight from the office to the pub or party often means that a proper meal gets overlooked-sometimes for days on end-instead fuelling our festivities with 'picky bits'. The result? The all-too-well-known party season cycle of overindulging, feeling sluggish, riddled with guilt, not getting enough sleep and then waking up to start all over again.

These high-protein chocolate brownies are fudgy, chocolatey, and satisfying while being filled with all the nutrients and energy you need to get through the day. These brownies are made with only whole, easily-sourced ingredients, and without any protein powder. So if you're used to high-protein foods tasting odd or dull, these brownies will surprise you with their flavor and texture.

By this point, Guinness has firmly cemented itself in the London drinking canon. And let's not forget that the Irish stout was a delicious drink long before it was co-opted by Palace-wearing G-splitters. Now Guinness has published its first ever Harp Guide, telling thirsty drinkers where in Britain has mastered the art of the pour. Think of it as like the Michelin guide, but for the black stuff.