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This Extremely Precise Electric Kettle Grounds Me in the Morning

My Fellow electric kettle not only provides hot water boiled to an exact degree, but also a sense of calm.

How Do I Love Thee, Chinese Sponge Cake? Let Me Count the Layers

At Grand Opening, a pastry pop-up inside Mister Jiu’s in San Francisco, chef Melissa Chou puts a California spin on the classic dessert.

This Vintage BA Recipe is the Definition of "Oldie But Goodie”

You can hate on orzo all you want.

I Fought L.A. Traffic Just for This Beef Noodle Soup

And I’d do it again—that’s how much I love the version at Yang’s Kitchen.

This White Kimchi Gibson Changed My Martini-Drinking Life

The bar at Atomix in New York City combines my two favorite things: Gibsons and kimchi.

Don’t Be Intimidated By This Sky-High Banana Cream Pie

It’s an architectural masterpiece—and it’s super easy to make.

This Mushroom Jerky Changed My Jerky-Loving Life

Yes, I finish an entire bag in one sitting.

This French Bistro Is the Reason You Should Visit Los Alamos, California

Come for the Western vibes, stay for the moules frites.

No-Cook Puttanesca Is Here To Save Your Very Sweaty Summer

All the things you love about a classic puttanesca (salty! briny! olive-y!), but above-90-degree-friendly.

My Favorite Tacos in Mexico City Come Out of a Meat Jacuzzi

Taqueria Los Cocuyos is an unassuming taco stand in the heart of the city.

The Wine Bottle Stopper That Saves Me From a Wicked Hangover

And keeps my wine tasting better longer.

Miracles, and Weeknight Carnitas, Really Do Exist

The Instant Pot cuts down cooking time by half, meaning you’ve got crispy porky tacos for a crowd in about an hour.

The Best Way To Eat Franklin BBQ is to Pre-Order

Sorry, but I’m not about waiting in a four-hour line for brisket.

The Ten Bells Is the Best First Date Bar in NYC

The lighting, wine list, and vibe make this spot a Very Good first date location.

I Make This Easy Cod Recipe Every Week, and I'm Not Stopping Anytime Soon

Haters begone. My cod and I are very happy, thank you very much.

Yes, There Are Potato Chips in Your Bagel Sandwich

At Benchwarmers Bagels, the menu is a study in the number of textures and flavors you can cram in one bite.