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How I Turned Store-Bought Flowers into Pretty Arrangements for a Party Gatherings from The Kitchn

I love flowers, tulips especially. So when I decided to throw a spring dinner party earlier this month, I knew that flowers would be a major part of my decorating plan. But here's the thing: I'm not a floral designer, nor did I have a huge budget to spend on a fancy professional arrangement. So here's how I put together a few pretty arrangements for my table with only a bunch of lilacs and two bouquets of tulips.

4 Easy Steps to Learn More About Cheese The Cheesemonger

I've been hearing the same question for years: "What's the best way to learn about cheese?" The answer will make your taste buds happy.

3 Rules for Pairing Wines with Spicy Foods

Do you ever wonder why so many people automatically reach for a beer to go with African, Asian, or Caribbean foods? Answer: Beer is refreshing, and it does not clash with the many feisty, fiery flavors of chilies, herbs, spices and sauces that are the signature of these many and varied cuisines. But don't put away your wine glasses just yet!

7 Things My Toddlers Would (Almost) Always Eat

Toddlers are funny. They think they know everything, including what they like and don’t like to eat. But they can be fooled, at least some of the time. Take soup. My little ones liked soup — just not always with a spoon. So I called it "dip," passed them a bowl of carrot sticks and declared it a meal! Here are seven things my toddlers would (almost) always eat.

Out of Bananas? Use Chia Seeds To Thicken Smoothies

Want to thicken your morning smoothie? If you're out of bananas, don't like bananas, or are just looking to reduce the sugar content of your smoothie a bit, add a tablespoon of chia seeds instead!

5 Ways To Make Frozen Vegetables Suck a Little Less

Although spring is upon us and we should be taking full advantage of farmers' markets and fresh grocery store offerings, sometimes the frozen veggies still come in handy for last-minute dinner convenience. back is what's for dinner. In an effort to make them taste, less, well, frozen, here are five ways to help get the most flavor from our freezer friends!

5 Tips for Converting Your Favorite Recipes to the Slow Cooker

I am a huge fan of the slow cooker. It's not for everyone, but for me, I love being able to assemble a slow-cooker meal in the morning (when I have time) and know that it will be hot and delicious by dinner (when time is in short commodity). I've gotten pretty good at spotting recipes with slow-cooker potential over the years. Here's my best advice.

Do You Share a Kitchen with Roommates?
Here's a Helpful Tip to Foster Good Will

Do you live with roommates? If so, you know that sharing the kitchen can have its challenges. How do you keep the peace when you're dealing with different dietary needs and storage styles? One simple way to keep the lines of communication open — and foster a little good will at the same time — came to us from Lauren in Portland. We recently photographed Lauren's kitchen for The Kitchn's upcoming cookbook, and here's the tip she offered for sharing a kitchen with two housemates:

Tips For Making the Farmers Market the Only Place You Shop

I find shopping at a farmers market relaxing: the colors, the smells, the tables spilling over with fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables. It is a feast for the senses. Shopping at the grocery store, on the other hand, is usually anything but relaxing. Is there a way to shop only at the farmers market and skip the weekly trip to the supermarket? Sure! Here are my strategies for making it happen.