We all have that friend who considers themselves to be a homebody. They prefer to stay home on a Friday night with their partner, they’re always down to host a night in, and they’ve probably curated their space to be the ultimate, comforting place. If this sounds like someone you … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. When it comes to living spaces (and brave life choices), Summer Wick has a knack for embracing the unknown. To start, in 2020, the family of three packed everything up in th … | Continue reading
We’ve all seen them on social media: packed platters and wooden boards filled with perfectly layered wedges of cheese, neat piles of fruit and nuts, and slices of salami that have—somehow—been artfully molded into the shape of a rose. Known interchangeably—at least online—as graz … | Continue reading
We all have that friend who serves as the unofficial sommelier of the group. You know, they can talk for hours about different grape varietals and their favorite bottles, they never show up to a function empty-handed, and they do the simple swirl of the glass before taking the fi … | Continue reading
Unlike my fridge—with its many drawers, shelves, and condiment racks for storage—my bottom-drawer freezer functions like a toy chest. It’s easy to toss something in, and even easier to lose it in a jumble of bagged vegetables and fruits, impulse buys from Trader Joe’s, and variou … | Continue reading
Sifting through the internet’s near-infinite supply of Thanksgiving recipes is an impossible task. At a certain point, trying to find the best recipe for turkey, pumpkin pie, or stuffing will stop you from enjoying the holiday and all the very good—even excellent—dishes you make … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. ‘Tis (almost) the season for tree trimming, homemade hot cocoa, and fun-filled traditions with family and friends. The good news is you don't have to cover every inch of you … | Continue reading
It’s well known within food publishing that Thanksgiving photo shoots and recipe testing start early (and we mean early), and happen numerous times before the actual holiday even rolls around. This has made our Test Kitchen team experts in the field of all things Thanksgiving—par … | Continue reading
We all know it's common courtesy to not show up to any dinner, holiday, or party empty-handed. Whether it's flowers, a dessert, or a bottle of wine, whoever's playing host that evening will usually appreciate the small gift saying thank you. When it comes to holidays, the host gi … | Continue reading
Bad news: It’s getting dark super early again. There’s something about looking out the window after a long work day and seeing your vitamin-D deficient reflection (instead of the glorious sun) that just makes going home feel like a bummer. That’s when I turn to cooking. My free t … | Continue reading
We’re teaming up with our friends at Finish, the #1 recommended detergent in America by dishwasher brands*, to share some of our Test Kitchen's best tips for reducing mess while hosting this holiday season. Thanksgiving is everything the holidays should be. It’s a time to gather … | Continue reading
It's that time of the year again. We're rapidly approaching the final week of October and there are things that need to be discussed. I'm not talking about how to plan your Thanksgiving menu or decorate your home for the holidays. I'm not here to share advice on how to make the b … | Continue reading
Thanksgiving is great, but I’d argue that Friendsgiving is really where it’s at. Thanksgiving celebrations can sometimes feel stuffy and beholden to old traditions, whereas Friendsgiving is, at its core, just an excuse to host an epic, themed dinner party with your friends. Holly … | Continue reading
In our endless quest to keep our homes organized, we’re always looking for stylish ways to make our daily lives just a little bit tidier. Cue the fiberglass tray. These handy catchalls help contain loose items, display decor objects, and act as decorative platters for drinks, fru … | Continue reading
Everyone knows the feeling of opening that text from a friend, family member, or acquaintance they haven't spoken to in years: “Hey! I'm going to be in [insert your town or city] next week! Where should I go / what should I do???” For some, receiving this kind of message is excit … | Continue reading
Take a peek at your spice cabinet: If it’s anything like mine, you’ve got a mix of plastic and glass jars, and maybe a few pouches here and there, too. All of them are from different retailers, ranging from the nearby dollar store to Kalustyan’s, and there’s at least one duplicat … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. This is a love story, really. When Anna, Jason, and their sweet pup Tucker moved into their 1970s ranch-style home, they walked in knowing it would require many weekend proj … | Continue reading
Before Lindsay-Jean Hard joined the staff of Zingerman’s— the famed, Ann Arbor community of businesses that includes a deli, bakery, mail order company, and many more offshoots—she was Food52’s OG community editor. She created the Food52 Cookbook Club and Baking Club, sparked con … | Continue reading
If you’ve ever struggled with the exasperating chore of trying to neatly fold your fitted sheet, you’re in the right place. This simple method is a clever way to get it done, minus the frustration that usually comes with it. In this guide, we asked interiors expert, Jorie Garcia, … | Continue reading
California just banned four food additives—and now everyone is talking about what this means for the future of candy. Referred to as the “Skittles ban” (a bit of a misnomer as the bill won’t actually affect the rainbow candy), this legislation aims to ban brominated vegetable oil … | Continue reading
Things the best edible holiday gifts will always do: warm hearts, fill bellies, fuel holiday travel, get shared, spark conversation, inspire your loved ones to start making their own granola (or hot sauce, challah or macaroons), and disappear, leaving only happy memories. Here ar … | Continue reading
When you think of a piña colada, you probably picture the thick, white, typically frozen drink often found resting on pool- or beach-side chairs. It was the first drink my parents let me try while visiting our family in Puerto Rico, and I loved its perfect blend of two of my favo … | Continue reading
Erin Jeanne McDowell, baking expert and Food52 Resident, is no stranger to making pies. She’s written a whole book on the subject (called, literally, The Book on Pie), graced our Bake It Up a Notch videos with hours of helpful advice, and shared her recipes—including her famous A … | Continue reading
It’s well known within food publishing that Thanksgiving photo shoots and recipe testing starts early (and we mean early), and happen numerous times before the actual holiday even rolls around. This has made our Test Kitchen team experts in the field of all things Thanksgiving—pa … | Continue reading
Grocery shopping is, by far, my favorite chore. Especially when I technically already have enough food at home, leaving me to browse the aisles purely for fun. However, it’s sadly not a hobby I can always indulge in. At the moment, my kitchen/pantry/fridge is nearing its capacity … | Continue reading
Hosting a holiday meal—Thanksgiving especially—is almost inescapably hectic. On top of orchestrating a multi-course feast for friends and family who hold comically strong feelings about every dish (see: canned vs. homemade cranberry sauce), you also need to keep a house full of g … | Continue reading
We’re teaming up with our friends at Finish, the #1 recommended detergent in America by dishwasher brands*, to share some of our Test Kitchen's best tips for reducing mess while hosting this holiday season. So, you’ve decided to host this holiday season. After carefully curating … | Continue reading
We've teamed up with Le Creuset to share our favorite no-fuss, one-pot technique for the crispiest, juiciest roast chicken. Psst: We’ve got other ideas for cooking in their signature Dutch oven, too. There are two things we look for in a roast chicken—a burnished, golden exterio … | Continue reading
Believe it or not, the holidays are coming back around. Yes, the holidays! And with them, comes a crash course in how to host again. Like, how early should you begin shopping and cooking, and how much turkey are you supposed to prepare per person? What if you’re living in a small … | Continue reading
Over the next four years, the canned cold brew coffee market is expected to grow by more than $400 million, reaching a total valuation of $1.37 billion. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. In 2021, cold drinks accounted for 75 percent of Starbucks’ total beverage sales—a result th … | Continue reading
The winter holidays are creeping up on us, and some of you may be thinking of starting your gift shopping early. Our advice? Start small. It’s easy to put off shopping for the little things that typically fill Christmas stockings, are handed out during Hanukkah, or fit the bill f … | Continue reading
Every day on our Hotline—one of Food52’s oldest, coolest features—curious cooks ask questions that the experts in our community answer. Often the questions relate to a specific recipe, but we get open-ended queries, too, like this one from Katie McDonald: We are two college stude … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. There’s something inherently exciting about hosting family and friends. And now that cooler weather is finally here, we’re celebrating by sharing our tried-and-true tips for … | Continue reading
To make this year’s Thanksgiving extra special, we’ve teamed up with our friends at Finish, the #1 recommended detergent brand in America by dishwasher manufacturers*, to highlight some of our most essential products and tools. As a cookbook author and recipe developer, I spend … | Continue reading
Hosting big holiday gatherings filled with visiting relatives and friends often means putting up a few overnight guests, too. For the best results (read: no fights or political arguments) during an extended stay, you need to keep morale high—and there’s no better way to boost a g … | Continue reading
Winter is the perfect time to throw a dinner party, but the reality of coming up with a menu can admittedly be daunting. With a little planning, though, you can be certain that the night will be a success. The secret? Don’t leave everything to the day of. Rather, in the week lead … | Continue reading
For the second installment of our series exploring our favorite chefs’, content creators’, and Food52ers’ kitchens and pantries, we turned to our Editorial Assistant, Paul Hagopian. If you’ve spent time on our site, you’ve probably read at least one of his pieces—like the pastry … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. Interiors are our passion, which is why we're always on the lookout for inspiring, yet real, lived-in spaces to feature. Last year, we ventured to the home of Dansk's VP of … | Continue reading
Brownies are the LeBron James of desserts. Similar to how nobody can pinpoint exactly what position the Los Angeles Laker plays, brownies lack a clear dessert designation: Are they cookies? Cakes? Fudge? Who’s to say. Of course, nobody really cares. Brownies, like LeBron, transce … | Continue reading
If you keep up with music-industry news and stadium tours, the NFL, celebrity dating and divorces, Deuxmoi, or even the condiments celebrities are dipping their chicken into, you’ve probably been hearing a lot about Taylor Swift these last few months. While the superstar is often … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. Preparing your home to welcome guests is an art form. From the dining room to the living room, and all the spaces in between, it’s important that every space exudes a sense … | Continue reading
Butternut squash is one of our most reliable, go-to staple ingredients during the fall. They’re versatile (use ‘em for savory or sweet dishes), slow to spoil (they last one to three months stored whole at room temperature), and have a cozy flavor we’re big fans of. Whether you’re … | Continue reading
Recently I read a story about how to improve one of the things I can already feel slipping away: my “working” memory. This is the “get me oat milk when you go to the store” kind of memory that fails me as soon as I walk through the supermarket’s sliding doors. (Which is why I tel … | Continue reading
It’s not surprising that checking off elements of your meal ahead of time—especially a big meal like Thanksgiving—is a good idea. Dessert, in particular, is easy to make in advance. Cakes, cookies, and cheesecakes come together with greater success when there’s less immediate pre … | Continue reading
This article originally appeared on Schoolhouse, a Portland-based company in the Food52 family of brands. A well-made bed is more than just a place to sleep, it's a sanctuary of comfort and relaxation, a place most of us look forward to crawling into at the end of a long day. Th … | Continue reading
When you think of maximalist decor, it’s easy to imagine the bright colors and bold mix of materials and patterns that’s been trending in homes and table settings in recent years. But the home decor brand St. Frank, which just launched in our Shop, brings even more depth to the m … | Continue reading
We are teaming up with FreshDirect to show our favorite Hispanic-owned brands. From Siete Grain Free Taco Shells to Don Carvajal Café Costa Rican Light Roast Whole Bean Coffee, these Hispanic-owned brands are delivered right to your door. Order online or via their app to shop you … | Continue reading
Every night at Valhalla, a restaurant with a $188 tasting menu located on the mezzanine of a crowded food hall in Chicago’s West Loop, Tatum Sinclair prepares infinite desserts. Infinite as in unlimited—all you can eat—desserts. Unlike the breadsticks at Olive Garden, Tatum’s des … | Continue reading