Vermont’s maple sugaring season is in early spring, and Vermont Grade B maple syrup—which has a more pronounced flavor than Grade A—is available by mail order.

An assertive tomato sauce adds a dash of brightness to eggplant slices encircling creamy cheese.

A whole fish, representing abundance, is almost always included on the celebratory Chinese table.

It’s the sprinkle of sea salt that really takes these caramels over the top, teasing out the creamy richness of the buttery chocolate candies.

Whatever else you set out, great smoked salmon will always draw a crowd. It works well with all of the supporting players, from horseradish cream to egg salad.

Crisp and golden, these juicy pot stickers, stuffed with a classic Cantonese filling, are more than just delicious — they're also a symbol of prosperity for the coming year....

You might wonder why we freeze the chocolate filling for these charlottes before baking them. The coldness prevents the chocolate from overcooking in the oven.