Food

Come spring, who can’t relate to asparagus?

Beaujolais wants to show you its serious side. For decades, this region between Burgundy and Lyon was known for juicy, grapey Beaujolais Nouveau, rushed to market after the harvest for a global party. It was tasty, it was fun and it lasted a few weeks.

This recipe is a tradition that snuck up on my family. My grandmother Debbie made it every Passover and Rosh Hashanah for as long as I can remember and, my mom says, for as long as she can remember, too. It remains a constant on our table to this day, long after Grandma Debbie’s passing, and I couldn’t imagine our holiday dinner without the crisp-topped mashed potato casserole with its ribbonlike layer of spinach, generously scooped on the “good china” and ready to be pooled with brisket gravy.

Protein bowls are appealing for many reasons, the biggest of which is they're incredibly versatile. Whether you top them with a lean meat like roasted chicken or a fatty, good-for-you fish like salmon — or opt for a vegetarian source of protein such as tofu or canned chickpeas — bowls can fill you up with countless combinations, while also making you feel great about how well you're eating. ...

Local chef Aaron Fish appeared on an episode of the Food Network's “Chopped” last month, coming in second in the competition that focuses on mystery baskets of ingredients that chefs must turn into a tasty meal.

When Thuy Pham was growing up in Vietnam, holidays and special occasions were marked by a celebratory meal called hot pot. 

The small-town Bar Bacetto in southeast Washington was listed April 3 as a James Beard Award finalist for best new restaurant.

I’m not much of a coffee drinker, so when I suggest to someone that we “go out for coffee,” what that usually translates to in my head is grabbing a pastry, ordering something sugary that bears little resemblance to actual coffee or, ideally, getting a nice cup of tea.

I first encountered angel food dream cake in an old Swans Down cake flour recipe booklet. At its core, it is nothing more than a traditional angel food cake with the “dreamy” addition of a whipped cream frosting that elevates it into something celebration-worthy.

With the arrival of spring comes many reasons to celebrate: more hours of sunlight, the first signs of warmer weather, all of the holidays, my birthday (okay, that one might just be me) and a new crop of produce to enjoy. Let’s honor the season with a meal of pan-seared lamb chops, a luscious pea and mint puree, and tart-sweet pomegranate.

Lost Boys Garage Bar and Grill was a beloved location for North Siders. When Lost Boys closed, whatever took its place, at 6325 N. Wall St., had delicious shoes to fill.

By Dick Sellers

MUG Root Beer and its mascot, Dog, are rallying fans across the country to “root” for all the dogs during this year’s games for a sweet treat. 

Here’s a flavorful vegetable one-pot dinner that takes only minutes to make. One secret to the flavor is escarole. It is part of the chicory family. When escarole is raw it has a slightly bitter flavor and when cooked it adds a mellow touch to the dish. Toasted pecans add a crunchy texture. I use dried thyme and oregano for the dish.

No-Li Brewhouse was awarded the No. 3 Best Beer Garden in America by a USA Today Readers Choice poll.

Trader Joe’s has recalled its brand of whole cashews after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found salmonella contamination in at least one of the bags.

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, and I believe keeping that heart healthy is essential. But when you live with roommates – whether your best friends or total strangers – navigating a kitchen can be a challenge. It’s one of the most high-traffic rooms in the house, and finding the space and time to accommodate everyone and their cooking needs is no easy feat.

Recipes generated by artificial intelligence are increasingly popping up – and following, or trying to follow, them might lead to unexpected results, and not necessarily in a good way.

For a chef who owns dozens of restaurants in multiple cities, José Andrés venerates nothing more than home cooking.