The simple combination of champagne and creme de cassis makes for the elevated blackberry spritz that is the Kir Royale.

Creamy, tangy mousse with a jam finish; this dessert whips up in about 20 minutes for a decadent midweek indulgence or a dinner party with a flawless finish.

Rich cassoulet, a punchy fennel and olive salad, and a cloud-like French dessert, all made ahead for an easy holiday dinner.

This hearty french staple is a bit of a project recipe for home cooks; recipe writer Reba Toloday has broken it out into easier steps to cook in advance or tackle all in one sitting- Perfect for giving the appearance of a 90-minute holiday dinner,…

This bright chopped salad recipe is hearty and easy to make in advance.

In their third cookbook, the Indy-based authors behind A Couple Cooks share how to embrace a Mediterranean lifestyle

This Thanksgiving, There's Wine for Everyone. Eight Indianapolis-area bottles under $30, plus one magnum splurge, from pét-nat to skin-contact.

For college freshmen looking for dorm room recipes, these six make the cut every time: fast, nearly foolproof, and minimal cleanup.

Three years in, chef Nicholas Gattone's strip-mall ristorante has grown into one of the Indianapolis area's most exciting places to eat and drink.

Artichokes can be easy if you know the trick to making them. With a bit of prep, these campfire artichokes are a delicious campsite snack.

Slightly spicy, drenched in herbs and olive oil, and stuffed with cheese– these olives were meant for a larger stage: A pasta plate. This simple weeknight dinner comes together with careful consideration of the amount of water the pasta is cooked…

Spring has sprung, and that means all things green. This take on the classic gimlet pairs vegetal flavors with botanical spirits for a refreshing start to warmer days.