A Pot of Chili and the Invention of Tex-Mex Cuisine
In Texas, the development of a new kind of regional Mexican cuisine began in the hands of a group of entrepreneurial women and in their spicy bowls of chili con carne.
Bringin’ Ramen Down Home with Nashville’s Sarah Gavigan
Chef Sarah Gavigan brings ramen to Nashville by way of Los Angeles with her restaurant, Otaku Ramen, and to home cooks with her book, Otaku Ramen: Mastering Ramen at Home.
The Evolution of the Espresso Martini
From a bartender’s brainchild to a global drinks movement, the espresso martini has come a long way, as evidenced by iterations like this recipe from London’s Grind & Co.
A Sourdough Pizza Starter
When it comes to making pizza at home, a sound sourdough crust is a perfect place to start. Here, contributor Alex Davis shares his formula and tips for getting started.
The Parsi Sweet Tooth
The Parsi sweet tooth has yielded countless dishes—both original and reworkings—including this recipe for ravo, a sweetened pudding.
A Woman’s Place: Marie Harel
In A Woman’s Place, Life & Thyme Senior Editor Stef Ferrari and Contributor Deepi Ahluwalia explore the ways in which women have shaped the world with food, complete with recipes like this one for baked camembert.
Naem: The Art of Fermentation with Sticky Rice
Chef Jenny Dorsey shares her exploration of naem, a form of meat fermentation common in Thai cooking.
Banana French Toast: Breakfast in Paradise
From his kitchen at The Cape in Cabo San Lucas, Chef Victor Garrido shares his recipe for a local favorite—Banana French Toast.
Containing Tradition in Holiday Cookies
Memories of a holiday tradition make for modern-day treats in contributor Ariel Knoebel’s recipes for thumbprints and Mexican wedding cakes.
Le Bernardin’s Apple Cheddar Tart
Thomas Raquel, Executive Pastry Chef of New York City’s Le Bernardin, takes on a nostalgic traditional flavor pairing with his recipe for apple cheddar tart.
The Migrant Kitchen Desserts
In three California cities, chefs from our documentary series The Migrant Kitchen share their dessert recipes from cultures around the globe.
Caramelized Cider Pear Tart Tatin
From pastry chef Shannon Swindle, a recipe for caramelized cider pear tart tatin makes use of natural sugars and seasonal stars.
A South African Biscuit Tradition
In South Africa, writers Errieda du Toit and Daleen van der Merwe offer history and instruction on the region’s famed buttermilk rusk.
Cocktails in Motion: Frida
In Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Daniel Quezada, the in-house mezcalero for The Cape Hotel and cocktail developer for Manta, gives tips and a recipe for ultimate mezcal enjoyment.
Peppermint Meringues
In Los Angeles, co-founder and executive pastry chef of Pizzana and Sprinkles Cupcakes Candace Nelson shares her recipe for peppermint meringues.