Alexis Touchet

AlamySurvey the guests at a bridal shower, and you're sure to find a range of opinions and tastes. Some can't get enough of the cutesy bridal games, while others thank their lucky stars the host has generously offered an open bar. The key to throwing a great wedding shower, then, is straddling ... Read More

AlamyFor many people, Mardi Gras is associated more with drinks than food -- as in slurping down lots of Hurricane's along the Mardi Gras parade route in New Orleans. But Mardi Gras -- "Fat Tuesday" -- is also a final celebration before Lent. It's called "Fat Tuesday" because this is the time ... Read More

AlamyCooking dinner at home is not only better for your health, it's a whole lot better for your wallet, too, which is why we've come up with 10 cheap dinner recipes that are easy to pull together on weeknights. Each of these meals -- consisting of a main and a side -- serves four people, so ... Read More

Frances JanischA true adult birthday party doesn't need balloons, streamers and party hats -- it's all about a dignified, delicious dinner with good friends, sparkling conversation, lots of laughs, and great wine. A dinner with food that you love but would never bother to make for yourself. So ... Read More

New Media PublishingIt's no wonder that shrimp scampi is popular: It's quick and easy enough to make for dinner any weeknight but it sounds, looks -- and tastes -- fancy enough for company or a special occasion. As the head-note for Food & Wine's Sizzling Shrimp Scampi recipe explains, ... Read More

Frances JanischAdmit it, when you think of Valentine's Day, you think of sweets -- candy, cookies, cake, chocolate (not that we don't appreciate Champagne, oysters, and candlelight, too) -- so whipping up a great Valentine's dessert recipe is a must. We've come up with a way for everyone to ... Read More

New Media PublishingAh, New Year's Day. Never have you so badly wanted a breakfast loaded with carbs, a touch of grease, and an unlimited supply of flavors. And never have you been so reluctant to stand behind the stove, waiting for your comforting food to cook. To remedy both your January 1st ... Read More

New Media PublishingOkay, we've gotta come clean: While most of us -- including the editors here at KitchenDaily -- love the idea of hosting a New Year's Eve cocktail party, the reality of it seems a little daunting. It's a big holiday with a glamorous reputation, so the bar is pretty high; ... Read More

Alexis TouchetMeal shortcuts for busy people are popping up in supermarkets everyday, but one of the best I've found is the basic rotisserie chicken. It only takes about eight minutes to discard the skin and bones and end up with about four cups (one pound) of chicken meat that can be added to ... Read More

New Media PublishingYou probably have a favorite family recipe for turkey stuffing, but if you're ready to expand your Thanksgiving recipe repertoire, try out one of our sensational regional variations, below. And if it just isn't Turkey Day without your traditional stuffing, why not make it ... Read More