Dorm Room Cooking 101: Six No-Fuss Recipes for Your College Freshman

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


RECIPE: Brunch-y Gourmet Toast Four Ways

We've got brunch at home. No more of the $15 single slice of avocado toast- these sweet and savory variations lay it all out on the table.


An All-American Brunch: Four Recipes For Fourth of July

Pancake platters, fruit parfait, and a bacon tomato quiche sure to win over any brunch crowd. These patriotic takes on classic brunch items are sure to ease you into the Independence Day festivities.


Sama Sama: A One-of-a-Kind Guide to Honest, World-Class Cooking

It’s not often that a chef’s cookbook will tell you that the recipe is a guideline rather than a hard and fast rule, but in Sama Sama, chef Julie Lin fully acknowledges that her most well-loved kitchen space is, in fact, the one she has in her own…


The Last Word: The Quintessential Speakeasy Cocktail

This mix of lime, gin, maraschino cherry, and herbal liquer originated over a century ago and lives on today in modern lounges and cocktail bars around the city.


RECIPE: Brown Sugar Bundt Cake

Rich sweetness finished with a simple vanilla glaze. This brown sugar bundt cake is perfect for a bit of at-home indulgence.


RECIPE: Braised Short Rib Ragu

Savory and delicious, this meaty, cheesy pasta is a great option for midweek dinner. Braised short ribs become the base of a rich ragu, and the addition of a Parmesan rind depens the sauce.


RECIPE: Campfire Artichokes

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.


RECIPE: Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs with Rich Gravy

For midweek dinner and meal prep, the slow cooker is hard to beat. This recipe for slow cooker short ribs works perfectly as a meal prep hack or dinner you can set and forget in the morning with easy assembly when it comes time to eat. 


From Pantry to Party: The Build-Your-Own Ramen Bar Hosting Hack

For an affordable, easy dinner party, a build-your-own ramen bar can combine experience with flavor. Here's how you can transform humble pantry staples into a gourmet communal experience.


RECIPE: Herby Olive Bucatini Pasta for Two

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…


Espresso Martini 3 Ways: Recipes from St. Elmo Cocktails

All use the St. Elmo ready to pour Espresso Martini. Alternatively, you can mix your own using one part vodka, one part espresso/cold brew concentrate, and one part coffee liquer




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