Shrimp dishes can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways — barbecued, boiled, broiled, baked, sautéed and more — at restaurants across the country. Shrimp, known to many as prawns or the swimming crustacean (typically aquatic invertebrate animals), differentiates itself from similar species like crabs and lobsters because of its ... More

It seems like everyone has an opinion about Portland, Oregon. While planning a three-day trip, even the most organized traveler can become easily overwhelmed by recommendations from friends and magazines, both of which have very strong views on what’s required of anyone visiting the capital of artisanal cool. My two cents ... More

Let's face it; buying fresh-pressed juice these days (from small cafes, Fresh Direct and even Starbucks) is akin to purchasing organic in the grocery aisle. It's something many of us do regularly, even when we aren't sure exactly what we're paying for. Portlandia-esque questions – Is the chicken really farm ... More

I eat out six nights a week, always meeting two or three friends for reviewing dinners. So I can't quite say when eating at the bar finally crept into my consciousness. Maybe it was in September, when  Manhattan's Le Bernardin, staid and very properly French, installed a lounge ... More

Afternoon tea has strongly stood the test of time in certain circles, but to keep the age-old tradition out of the Downton Abbey realm and into modern sitting rooms, it may need a little makeover. Here, Chef David Vandenabeele of Langham Place New York’s Measure Lounge lends his expertise. The most important part ... More

Summer is getting even sweeter as vibrant citrus flavors and lush berries are bursting onto the scene. Stay out just a little later for juicy fruit desserts and squeeze the cooling flavors of lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit—or the taste of fresh berries—into your day. Citrus fruits are well known for ... More