The science of taste

Why can't a blindfolded person tell white wine from red? A top neuroscientist explains how the brain creates flavor

The birth of America’s bastardized cuisine

Since that mythic first Thanksgiving, we've relied on native plants to augment dishes from the old country

How to survive cooking Thanksgiving dinner

Don’t freak out, don’t forget the booze, and don’t be a hardcore foodie. You'll be great

How the apple took over the planet

New findings pinpoint the true origin of our favorite fruit -- and help explain its extraordinary path to dominance

Ariel Sharon’s fascinating appetite

In my years reporting on the Middle East, I witnessed his bizarre relationship with food -- and the story behind it

Sandwiches across America

From kosher cuts in NYC to French dips in L.A., the best places to sate your craving for our nation's favorite food SLIDE SHOW

Kale-filled crepes recipe

How to preserve the sweet taste of summer

You won't find these berries at the store, but their delicious flavor makes for a perfect simple syrup

Thimbleberry rosemary simple syrup