As someone who was born and raised in Miami, coffee is very important to me. Lovingly referred to as cafecito, coffee is essential to everyday life back home. From the mandatory 3 p.m. cafecito break that every workplace abides by, to an evening cafe con leche after a late night out, I am yet to...
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We Found Out What Actually Makes New York Bagels So Superior
Welcome to Off the Eaten Path, a series where our Test Kitchen creator Noah Tanen dives deep into regional recipes. Next up? New York bagels. I’m just going to say it: New York City has the best bagels in America, and probably in the world. The absolute greatest, fresh out of the wood-fired oven at...
A Croquembouche, But Make It With Beignets
There’s only one football fan in my household, and as much as I’ve tried (which isn’t much), it’s not me. But while I can’t bring much excitement to the game, I can at least bring a good snack. Food media always goes all out for the Super Bowl—us included. And because this year’s game is...
Running My First Half Marathon Felt Lonely—Until I Discovered This Tweak to Training
It was one of those quintessential New York fall Sundays—golden leaves swirling in the breeze, tan double-breasted peacoats lining the streets, and the unmistakable sound of cowbells ringing through the air. The New York City Marathon was in full swing, turning the city into a celebration of endurance, determination, and sheer human spirit. It’s easily...
How to Tackle Cleaning Up After Your Big Game Watch Party
This year we’re celebrating the big game in true New Orleans style, with seafood boil, a batch of Sazeracs, and a beignet croquembouche (yes, that now exists, thanks to Nea in our Test Kitchen). And it might get messy. So whether you’re hosting your own Super Boil or keeping it low-key, here’s how to tackle...