When it comes to Jamie Oliver, the British public has been nothing if not fickle.

In Baden, where the Black Forest nestles up against France and Switzerland, you'll find some of Europe's finest restaurants.

Calvin Trillin’s idea of a fishing trip requires only one thing: a good appetite.

Volcanic hills, Romanesque churches and fortified towns overshadow the elemental, pork scented cookery of this noble and dramatic province.

A foray into the Umbrian hills produces subtle treasures: black truffles, white wine, and chocolate from Perugia.

Louis Diat, once the celebrated head chef at New York's Ritz, as well as a prolific Gourmet contributor, offers a behind-the-scenes peek at the posh hotel's old-world holiday traditions, complete with 11 recipes for ritzy Christmas specialties...

A is for dining alone … and so am I, if a choice must be made between most people I know and myself.

“You're as mad as a hatter,” said Don Federico morosely.

Happy Thanksgiving! Every thing is working toward a day of fine feasting.