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.
Cocktails in Motion: The Belizean Howler Monkey
From Copal Tree Lodge, Josh Goldman’s recipe for a ginger-spiked cocktail brings the Belizean-made rum to life regardless of your location.
Behind Convent Walls: Sweet Habits
A long history of convent-based confectionary has bequeathed a tradition of sweets in Mexican culture, evidenced by these recipes for hallelujahs and rompope.
Cocktails in Motion: Temple of the Forbidden Rye
In Orange County, California, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Room serves inspired cocktails, including this recipe created by bartender Melissa Nickoloff.
The Spice Chronicles: Cumin
The versatility of cumin is well-represented in this easy, satisfying salad recipe for Moroccan Quinoa Salad from cookbook author and Life & Thyme contributor Nicole Gulotta.
Cocktails in Motion: The Spare Room’s Brand New Cadillac
In Hollywood, California, The Spare Room hosts a summertime series dedicated to island-inspired drinks served by a rotating list of guest bartenders from around the globe. Bar Director Yael Vengroff shares hers.
The Spice Chronicles: Mustard Powder
Contributor Nicole Gulotta’s recipe for sausage and peppers with homemade grainy honey mustard makes humble and satisfying meal.
The Spice Chronicles: Black Pepper
A refreshingly short list of ingredients—black pepper central among them—creates a satisfyingly simple dish in the Roman style preparation of cacio e pepe.
Tradition Takes Time
Traditional cooking—like making these dolmades—takes time, but for modern families, every meal in any circumstance is a meaningful one.
The Spice Chronicles: Chipotle Powder
Contributor Nicole Gulotta’s go-to recipe for an all-purpose black bean soup that satisfies all seasons, occasions and cooking skills, and relies on chipotle powder for spice.
To Tomorrow
From Florence’s MAD Souls & Spirits, an inspired cocktail recipe for New Year’s celebrations—or any festive occasion, for that matter.
The Spice Chronicles: Ginger
Sometimes, the world needs something sweet. Life & Thyme contributor Nicole Gulotta shares her recipe for a little peace of mind with these Spiced Molasses Cookies.