Let’s have some fun! Everyone I talk to is looking forward to 2010. For many 2009 has been a year of constant struggle, but, ever optimistic, let’s ring in the New Year with bubbly cheer. What are you popping open on December 31st? More

I am not exactly sure what most people eat for breakfast on Christmas morning. There is often a lot of talk about dinner: roasts and hams, traditional side dishes, and glittering desserts. But the day has to start somehow; you can't dig through stockings and unwrap presents on an empty stomach. And it's Christmas, so it better be special. That means no bowls of cold cereal or skimpy slices of toast. More

Once upon a time, we all sent paper invites through the mail when we wanted to invite friends and family to a party. Remember that?! These days, there are so many more options for getting the word out. We're curious - how do you invite people to parties? More

It might sound strange, but winter is one of our favorite times for beer. Now is when we appreciate those high-octane dark beers with their heavy roasted malts, ultra-rich flavors, and creamy sticky mouthfeel. Here are a few beers we'll be enjoying at our holiday gatherings this year: More

Thanksgiving and the holiday season call for special sips at parties and dinners. But not everyone drinks alcohol, and it's a little sad to think of drinking water or apple juice with your turkey. Never fear, though — there is a growing space of sophisticated, grown-up, yet alcohol-free drinks that are just as good (really!) as bubbly. Here are our favorites. More

This time of year sees perhaps more mixed dining than any other time of year — and by mixed, of course, we mean vegetarian-vegan-gluten-free-with-omnivore dining. Thanksgiving and holiday parties bring people of all dietary preferences together, and so even if you don't already cook for a mixed household of vegetarians and omnivores on a regular basis, you may be this month. If you are, may we suggest a cookbook for you? More

Remember those cooking resolutions we made back in January? We know that resolutions made with the best of intentions at New Year's have a tendency to lose their draw as the months progress, so we thought we'd check in, see how things are going, and share our own progress! More

Are you cooking Chinese food tonight? We're planning a last-minute (hardly authentic) scramble of Chinese broccoli, scallions, eggs, and some leftover farro. But what we're really craving is one of these beautiful dishes from Asian food blogger Rasa Malaysia... More

Do you celebrate Chinese New Year? We love any excuse to eat dumplings, so this is an exciting time. Here are ten recipes from around the web that we think look particularly good. Add your own traditions or recipe links in the comments! More

It's almost Chinese New Year! The Lunar New Year falls on Monday, January 26, this year, and we're eager to talk about the food. Chinese New Year may be one of the most food-centric holidays in the world; the variety, significance, and sheer quantity of food at New Year celebrations is overwhelming! We'll have more good ideas and recipe links for Chinese New Year later today, but first: here is a favorite from our archives with updated pictorial instructions.

Blood orange jelly smiles are a fun, easy, and (bonus!) rather healthy treat for New Year celebrations. Here is how to make them. More