On some level, the hero of David Heska Wanbli Weiden’s “Wisdom Corner” knows he’s too violent. But can he get that message from his bruised knuckles to his brain?

“I’d gotten in two fights in a week,” Virgil Wounded Horse tells us in the thriller. “I’d tried to handle both situations calmly, but each had turned violent. And I ...Read more

LOS ANGELES -- Have you ever had a meal change the course of your entire life? For Pizza Cafe L.A. owner Diego Garcia, it was a slice of Margherita pizza extraneously covered in pepperoni.

He was in New York for one of his entertainment production jobs and thinking about getting into stand-up comedy. Wanting to make the most of his time in the ...Read more

Acai bowls have become a staple of health cafes, fitness influencers, and social media feeds — often promoted as the ultimate “clean” breakfast or post-workout meal. But are açaí bowls actually healthy, or are they just smoothies served in a bowl with good marketing? The answer lies in how they’re made.

Acai nutrition...Read more

It’s summer, and I prefer delicious desserts that don’t cause me to spend the day in the kitchen. That said, poached fruit compotes are always welcome at the end of a summer meal. And cooks and guests alike often prefer a light dessert in these hot months.

This recipe was created when my first crop of Babcock peaches turned out to be larger...Read more

The family looks forward to our summer rental spot all year long. We book a place big enough for everyone. There will be laughter, laundry, late-night board games, beach time and plenty of cooking together.

I pack a small arsenal of tools to make cooking in a rental kitchen easier. We’ve learned to bring a couple of sharp knives and a large ...Read more

I reach for the jar of chili crisp in the refrigerator whenever I want to perk up a dumpling sauce, noodle bowl, or plain rice, but chili crisp can be used for cooking too. Toss it with crispy tofu, ...Read more

A barbecue meal is one of my husband’s favorite things to eat. Smoked ribs, hefty slices of brisket, and a ...Read more

It’s no secret that I love a simple, no-fuss dessert that still feels a little bit special, and this lemon love cake is exactly that. I actually got the idea from my partner’s grandma, Lee, who shared the wonderful inspiration of making a lemon version of classic homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-4246591">Read more

I ate too much last night. This is not an unusual occurrence.

I often eat too much. I never eat too little. I don't know whether this says something about American consumerist society, or just about me.

My wife, who does not like duck, kindly brought me home a cooked half of a duck. I took one look at it and decided that I wanted to make duck...Read more

ANAHEIM, Calif. — That mid-afternoon refresher may be just an affordable luxury to you, but it’s so much more to the people who make it.

Craft beverages are coming to the forefront at quick-service restaurants and are finding their way into full-service restaurants as well.

“Beverages have quietly become the most strategic play in QSR,�...Read more

If the only tool you have is a hammer, then everything looks like a nail.

In the field of healthcare, and specifically regarding food’s influence on wellness, physicians in this country are highly trained and have many tools at their disposal to share with patients. However, they are not immune to the overarching cultural conditions that ...Read more

CHICAGO — As America’s 250th birthday approaches, what could be more fitting than a giardiniera-infused hot dog, fried apple pie or a fireworks-topped mini Bundt cake? There’s no shortage of unusual patriotic-themed menu offerings as fast-food giants gear up to celebrate a special July Fourth in the land of the Big Gulp and the home of the...Read more

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This high-protein cucumber salad features cottage cheese as its creamy base, replacing the traditional mayonnaise or sour cream. Crisp cucumber slices are folded into the mix for a light yet satisfying texture packed with protein. This salad makes a perfect cooling side dish for summer meals.

High-Protein Creamy Cucumber Salad

Serves 4

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Southerners have a lovely habit of keeping a sweet treat on the counter at all times. I’ve lived in the South long enough to have adopted this tradition, and it’s not uncommon for me to share a slice of pound cake with friends who stop by. I’ve been inspired...Read more

Summer means grilling season. Burger patties, sausages and more occupy the grill on any given day. After a successful trip to the farmers market, we offer up grill space to the likes of skinny eggplant, bright green okra pods, peppers and more.

Eggplant and okra are naturals for the grill. The dry heat reduces the slippery texture that turns ...Read more

Q: What are liquid aminos and what are they used for?

A: Liquid aminos are a liquid seasoning that people often use instead of soy sauce. They are made from soybeans and water, or from fermented coconut sap in the case of coconut aminos. They have a savory, slightly sweet taste and contain amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. ...Read more

Recently I served this to guests as a first course, and it was so well received I had to share the recipe.

When it comes to the dough, if you aren’t a pastry person, feel free to use a store-bought fresh pie dough and then roll it out into a 13-inch round. I like to use a removable springform disc or removable tart pan bottom to center the ...Read more

There are so many amazing ways to make egg salad. You can make curried egg salad, a mayonnaise-free egg and avocado salad, or even a homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-4241142">Read more

I feel like a wily old fish in a calm part of a stream. McDonald’s is casting its line toward me, and the bait is a hot apple pie.

I haven’t had food from McDonald’s in 40 years. I haven’t had their iced tea — which I would occasionally drink even when I didn’t have their food — in 20 years. That is also the last time I set foot ...Read more