Father’s Dayis a time to raise a glass to any father figure in your life—the guy who shows up early for your move, texts weather alerts from three states away, or always knows how to make you laugh. It’s also a great excuse to mix up something special. From a classic old-fashioned or whiskey and...

Whether it’s a towering layer cake, a cozy loaf, or just a sweet vehicle for frosting, cake is one of the best ways to celebrate someone special. And this Father’s Day—June 16—we’re celebrating all the dads, grandfathers, uncles, and mentors who’ve made life sweeter. Maybe your dad was the one who taught you how to...

My dad isn’t much of a breakfast person. Like me, he lives to eat, but that takes shape mainly as a lunch, dinner, and snack pursuit. I’ve never known him to go crazy over a fried egg sandwich, or to make pancakes of his own accord. Most days, he has toast, either slathered with peanut...

You’re a few steps into these community-favorite bran muffins when you realize: Uh-oh, no molasses in sight. The recipe only calls for three tablespoons—so can you swap it out? Good news: Yes, you definitely can. Whether you’re baking cookies, mixing BBQ sauce, or whipping up gingerbread, there’s a molasses substitute for you. Below, we’re diving...

Good morning! Memorial Day weekend is officially here, which always feels like a natural reset—whether you’re counting down the last days of school (with excitement, stress, or both) or just waiting for consistently warm weather. Last week, Paul answered all your BBQ questions and made a strong case for ribs, which I second. There’s still...