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Find all the buzz about food and dining here. Check out Chef’s Corner to find out where the experts eat. For recipes and tips for entertaining, see Back Porch Table by Andria Frankfort. See all Buzz recipes here.

White Chocolate Chip, Currant, and Orange Cookies

White Chocolate Chip, Currant, and Orange Cookies

By Andria Dilling | December 20, 2024
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Itamar Srulovich
Chocolate Chip and Peppermint Crunch Crackles

Chocolate Chip and Peppermint Crunch Crackles

By Andria Dilling | December 13, 2024
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Cranberry shortbread cookies

Cranberry Shortbread Cookies

By Andria Dilling | December 6, 2024
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Candied Walnuts

Candied Walnuts

By Andria Dilling | November 29, 2024
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Santa cookie jars

Magic and Christmas Cookies

Baking up memories together
By Andria Dilling | November 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Kathryn Wilson, Adele Bentsen, Laura Grove Prouty, Emily Grove, Allison Grove, Marshall Wilson, Merrick Wilson, Charles Hall, Tom Wilson, Louise Watkins
Jesse Ando

Japanese Ramen: Elevated Soup Cuisine

By Dai Huynh | November 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Dai Huynh, Mai Nguyen, Jesse Ando
Dirty Pilgrim

Cheers to the Holidays: Thanksgiving Cocktail

By Andria Dilling | November 22, 2024
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie

Salted Caramel Apple Pie

By Andria Dilling | November 15, 2024
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holiday brussels

Holiday Brussels Sprouts

By Andria Dilling | November 8, 2024
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People in this article:
Tieghan Gerard
butternut squash soup

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

By Andria Dilling | November 1, 2024
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People in this article:
Thomas Keller, Amanda Hesser
Jean Jenner, Nathalie Willig

Storied Thanksgiving Recipes

Not your average turkey and dressing
By Andria Dilling | October 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Jean Jenner, Nathalie Willig, Linda Elston, Richard Wedel, Craig Blanchard, Vaughan Clark, Anita Jaisinghani, Garner Clark, Powell Clark, Hunt Forage
Andy Landry, Christi Landry

Beyond Football

What to serve at a tailgate
By Andria Dilling | October 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Christi Landry, Andy Landry, Kirby Jane Landry, Carolyn Sunseri, Dan Wolken, Ellie Clark, Susan Clark, Linley Clark
Ben Portnoy

Lobster at Thanksgiving?

Maybe not
By Ben Portnoy | October 27, 2024
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Ben Portnoy
Boozy Pumpkin Shake

Boozy Pumpkin Shake

By Andria Dilling | October 25, 2024
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Sweet Potatoes with Warm Pepita Dressing and Goat Cheese

Sweet Potatoes with Warm Pepita Dressing and Goat Cheese

By Andria Dilling | October 18, 2024
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People in this article:
Deb Perelman, Andria Dilling
Serena Li

Baking Chinese mooncakes

By Angie Frederickson | October 17, 2024
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People in this article:
Serena Li
Harvest Granola

Harvest Granola

By Andria Dilling | October 11, 2024
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One-Pot Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms and Ginger Rice

One-Pot Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms and Ginger Rice

By Andria Dilling | October 4, 2024
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Crispy Gnocchi with Sausage, Butternut Squash, and Sage

Crispy Gnocchi with Sausage, Butternut Squash, and Sage

By Andria Dilling | September 27, 2024
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COME TOGETHER

Sunday Dinners: Connecting at the table

By Andria Dilling | September 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Diana Brackman, Tina Pyne

The Goode Son: Charting his course

By Dai Huynh | September 27, 2024
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People in this article:
Levi Goode, Jim Goode, Robert Del Grande, Joe Dixie, Emma Longoria Goode, Joseph Geiskopf
Garlic-Herb Butter Hasselback Potatoes

Garlic-Herb Butter Hasselback Potatoes

By Andria Dilling | September 20, 2024
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People in this article:
Xandy Sutherland Nickel
Burger Bowl with Special Sauce and Crispy Capers

Burger Bowls with Special Sauce and Crispy Capers

By Andria Dilling | September 13, 2024
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Farro with Arugula, Feta, and Lemon Vinaigrette

Farro with Arugula, Feta, and Lemon Vinaigrette

By Andria Dilling | September 6, 2024
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Summer Peach Shortcakes

Summer Peach Shortcakes

By Andria Dilling | August 30, 2024
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Jonathan Quander

On a Roll

Discovering the joy of baking
By Andria Dilling | August 26, 2024
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People in this article:
Jonathan Quander, Bethel Quander, Jack Quander, Katie Quander, Viviana Alzate, Kristie Tice, Tom Castleton, Lisa Castleton, David Monahan
Tomato Slab Pie with Bacon and Herbs

Tomato Slab Pie with Bacon and Herbs

By Andria Dilling | August 23, 2024
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Street Corn Pudding

Street Corn Pudding

By Andria Dilling | August 16, 2024
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People in this article:
Ernest Servantes, Brett Anderson, Genevieve Ko
Honey Toast with Blueberry Compote and Cottage Cheese

Honey Toast with Blueberry Compote and Cottage Cheese

By Andria Dilling | August 9, 2024
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Summery Pasta with Marinated Tomatoes and Basil

Summery Pasta with Marinated Tomatoes and Basil

By Andria Dilling | August 2, 2024
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