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Nutrition
Jul 18 2009, 10:19 amA New Reason to Skip Bottled Water
You already know it's expensive and bad for the environment. But a new study says it also may be less safe than tap water.read morePhoto by cogdogblog/Flickr CC
Mixmaster
Jul 17 2009, 12:45 pmSummer's Signature Cocktail
The Rickey is light, refreshing, and has roots in the author's hometown: Washington, D.C.read moreAn American Food Tour
Jul 17 2009, 9:44 amIn New York, Looking For Lunch
Stopping in Manhattan on his American Food Tour, the author seeks out the city's best prix fixe lunch.read morePhoto by garybembridge/Flickr CC
Abroad
Jul 17 2009, 8:23 amWhere to Eat on the Queen Mary 2
It has everything from a celebrity chef's restaurant to a food court--of course. It's an ocean-liner.read morePhoto by Faith Willinger
Abroad
Jul 17 2009, 8:20 amIn Italy, A Carnivore's Paradise
A restaurant near Naples offers carnivores and wine-lovers a meal to remember at a reasonable price.read morePhoto by That Other Paper/Flickr CC
Nutrition
Jul 17 2009, 8:18 amWhole Foods Says No to GM Products
The grocery store chain now requires suppliers to prove they don't use genetically modified ingredients.read morePhoto by Samer Farha/FlickrCC
Recipes
Jul 17 2009, 6:45 amRecipe: Lamb Kebabs With Chutney and Chaat
This recipe comes from the Indian cooking class on the Queen Mary 2, taught by chef Sidwell Yarrow.read morePhoto by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images
Sustainability
Jul 16 2009, 12:45 pmA New Kind of Hunting Enthusiast
The members of the Bull Moose Hunting Society are young, liberal, and hungry for the thrill of the hunt. read morePhoto by Simon Goldenberg/Flickr CC
Sustainability
Jul 16 2009, 8:32 amHow To Kill a Lobster Humanely
New laws around the world protect crustaceans' rights--and make it illegal to boil them alive.read morePhoto by Ryan Stiner
Behind the Counter
Jul 16 2009, 8:24 amThe Bold Flavor of Bluefish
Most Americans prefer their fish mild, but the author makes the case for strong flavors--and offers a recipe.read morePhoto Courtesy of The Water Club
Mixmaster
Jul 16 2009, 8:22 amLooking for a Good Cocktail? Try a Hotel
Hotel bars have improved so much in the past few years that even locals are stopping by for a drink.read moreAn American Food Tour
Jul 15 2009, 12:47 pmPOLL: Boston's Best Bakery
In the event we'll wake up hungry tomorrow (which rarely happens on a food tour, but you never know), I thought it'd be fun to do a poll on the best bakeries in Boston (it seems there are many).read moreAn American Food Tour
Jul 15 2009, 12:46 pmPOLL: One Night Only (Boston Edition)
What to eat in Boston? The smoked beef tongue at The Hungry Mother is tempting, as is the "Hot Dog a la Maison" at The Butcher Shop. Or is it better to go with reader achenglovefood's suggestion of Oleana, and try the octopus ragu? Perhaps Rendezvous? Or some raw bar at B&G? Help us decide by voting in our latest poll.read morePhoto by Terrence Henry
An American Food Tour
Jul 15 2009, 12:45 pmCanada's Take on Cheese Fries
Poutine--a dish made of fries, cheese curds, and gravy--doesn't always taste like it's going to kill you.read moreCorby's Fresh Feeds
Jul 15 2009, 9:01 amI Love Lard, But...
I LOVE LARD, BUT... After a first look at Julie & Julia, I got a tip that would have sent Julia straight to the pie pans.read morePhoto by artbandito/Flickr CC
On the Farm
Jul 15 2009, 8:36 amThe Dangers of Animal Antibiotics
Overuse of antibiotics on livestock poses risks for animals and humans alike.read morePhoto by Wendy Littlefield
Abroad
Jul 15 2009, 8:32 amHow a Cruise Ship Feeds 4,000
The Queen Mary 2 uses 11,000 bottles of wine and a staff of hundreds as it crosses the Atlantic.read moreCoffee Culture
Jul 15 2009, 8:28 amCan Caffeine Prevent Alzheimer's?
A new study says it can help reverse some of the effects of the disease on mice. But what about humans?read moreAn American Food Tour
Jul 14 2009, 12:59 pmPOLL: One Night Only in Portland, Maine
Had I planned this all out better, we would probably be spending a few days in Portland instead of just 24 hours. But that's all the time we have, so help us decide where to go in our new poll.read morePhoto by Roberat/Flickr CC
Sustainability
Jul 14 2009, 12:45 pmWhen Rain Falls on Cherry Season
This spring's record rainfall ruined one farm's cherries and threatened its tomatoes and onions. read morePhoto by Amir Sadafi
Abroad
Jul 14 2009, 8:30 amKeeping Gaza's Food Traditions Alive
Gazans can only access a fraction of the supplies they need to make traditional dishes. SLIDE SHOW Iread morePhoto by David Nakamura
Abroad
Jul 14 2009, 8:21 amLessons of Japan's Recession Food
A man who became a chef in Japan's last recession teaches the author something about resilience.read moreSustainability
Jul 14 2009, 8:20 amFunding the Future of Organic Farming
Venture capital firms look to "clean tech" as the new industry for their dollars. Will farming get a piece of the pie?read morePhoto by Dawn Endico/Flickr CC
Abroad
Jul 13 2009, 12:45 pmEating Aboard the Queen Mary 2
Thirty years after their first trans-Atlantic voyage together, the author and her husband set sail again.read moreCorby's Fresh Feeds
Jul 13 2009, 8:35 amEven If You Can Stand the Heat
EVEN IF YOU CAN STAND THE HEAT Grant Achatz says what most chefs won't: getting out of the kitchen is essential.read morePhoto by Lara Kastner
Back of the House
Jul 13 2009, 8:31 amWhen a Chef Gets Famous
Should he get out of the kitchen? One reluctant celebrity says he has to, for his brand and needs to, for his creativity.read moreCorby's Fresh Feeds
Jul 13 2009, 8:30 amForbidden Fruit
SPOTTED IN CHINATOWN The smelly but lush durian, now being scooped out on the streets of New York.read morePhoto by jlastras/Flickr CC
Home Cooking
Jul 13 2009, 8:28 amThe Magic of Spain's Smoky Paprika
Pimenton de la vera spices up everything from pork chops to grilled cheese and is particularly good with shrimp.read morePhoto by Joe Satran