“The cake was a byproduct of Soviet women’s ingenuity and resourcefulness fueled by a strong desire to show hospitality.”
Recipes
A star chef’s recipe makes the classic pigs in a blanket even better
“The cherished cocktail party staple has dropped off the radar because there are no cocktail parties to cherish them at.”
Dine In Maine: Bringing the Beard Awards home with Công Tử Bột
The first of a series of columns in which we share a recipe from a Beard-nominated Maine restaurant.
How to make light, chewy, flavor-packed flour tortillas at home
Simply mix the dough, then let it rest so it won’t fight back when rolled.
Tired of the same old, same old when it comes to winter squash?
Try these two neat Sunday prep tricks and the possibilities multiply.
Homefront: A teenager’s cooking project takes the form of bagels
When Martin makes Martin’s Bagels, the whole house enjoys the fruits of his labor (we’re not kidding about the labor).
EEK SQUAD: Experts offer pretty neat tricks to help scare up kids’ treats
Some sweet, some healthful, these creepy creations from Mainers’ kitchens are frighteningly clever.
These recipes are winners
Not that we ever tire of maple syrup-doused pancakes, but here are three other delicious ways to use the syrup: in a drink, with a fish and as the base for an unusual candy.
Dine In Maine: No visa, no passport, no problem
If you can’t get away because of COVID-19, your mouth, nose, eyes and even ears can transport you through food.
You won’t miss the meat with these spicy peanut tofu tacos
The secret? Press the tofu before you cook it.