The original uses being, of course, the clogging of major arteries and the causing of orgasms in your mouth. There's the "Twinkie stuffed hot dog"…

Peter has stumbled upon a McDonald's secret menu item that can only be ordered during the changeover from breakfast to the standard menu. The Mc10:35…

Put together a platter with hummus for a fun party appetizer, or pair with pita bread and fresh veggies for a high-fiber vegetarian meal.

Looking for a crisp, refreshing substitute for a regular green salad? Combine sugar snap peas, cucumbers, and walnuts for an unexpected explosion of flavor.

Coffee aficionados have been asking the question: Is Stumptown Coffee Roasters of Portland, Ore. — the most conspicuous exponent of coffee's "third wave" — the…

Italian executive and art collector explains his contemporary winery and artists' residence in Tuscany

Our "Ultimate Grilled Cheese" is a twist on a classic childhood favorite. Adding prosciutto, Asiago, tomato, and basil will ensure this treat satisfies a mature…

A study finds that women who drink moderately gain less weight despite alcohol's calories

Israel recently reinstated a large import tax on Asian carp, which has hurt business for one of the largest producers of the fish, Schafer Fisheries…

Federal alcohol authorities are also investigating the fraud case

A contaminated batch of an obscure but ubiquitous flavor enhancer sparked recalls of foods ranging from dips to flavored tofu. The Food and Drug Administration…

Elizabeth Farry, community relations manager for the Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast, talks about using Girl Scout Cookies as ingredients in other recipes. Farry…

The New Tasting Rooms These unconventional wine bars appeal to connoisseurs of all kinds, from beer geeks to artisanal-cheese fanatics to book lovers. Bouley Bakery.…

I don't have a whole lot of patience for people who take themselves very, very seriously. Particularly if those people are wine experts. Wine should…

Glassware Photo © Antonis Achilleos Unbreakable Stemware We dropped, bashed and stepped on these new BPA-free plastic glasses from Sur La Table (left) , but…

Yes, cheese from Wisconsin really is that good. So I was excited to read the new book The Master Cheesemakers of Wisconsin by…

We’ve blogged about the delicious blackberry soda from Hot Lips Pizza in Portland. It’s got real pulp in it, and you feel like…

Vermont-based Urban Moonshine makes maple bitters using organic botanicals. Imbibe has a nice cocktail idea on its blog for using them, courtesy of…