Food & Drink

Boat dip: A zesty, creamy dip perfect for taking out on the high seas or sitting by the pool, no cooking required. (Ryan Liebe/TCA)
Recipes

The Creamy Boat Dip Recipe You Didn’t Know You Needed

Cruise into the party with this new old recipe

By Julian Plovnick, TheKitchn.com | August 26, 2026
Patrick O'Connell's memoir, "Main, Middle & Gay"
Books

Patrick O’Connell: ‘Main, Middle & Gay’

A memoir on how the renowned chef found his place ‘against all odds’

By Annie Tobey | August 24, 2026
Packed lunches: A spicy chickpea spread for a tasty sandwich can be made several days in advance. (JeanMarie Brownson/TCA)
Recipes

Endless Possibilities for Packed Lunches

Tips and two recipes for making your own lunch to-go

By JeanMarie Brownson | August 19, 2026
Peach Blueberry Pancakes with ginger cherry sauce
Recipes

Baked Peach-Blueberry Pancake

Fruity pancakes with cherry ginger sauce make a peach of a breakfast

By JeanMarie Brownson | August 12, 2026
Vegetable Avocado Salsa and Margaritas: Carrots, sweet bell peppers, raw corn and diced avocado are added to the simple tomato salsa. (Maura McEvoy/TCA)
Recipes

Vegetable Avocado Salsa and Margaritas

A splendid summer pairing

By Diane Rossen Worthington | August 5, 2026
Dip into summer with these easy picnic dip recipes. (JeanMarie Brownson/TCA)
Recipes

Perfect Picnic Dip Recipes

Homemade dips turn a picnic into an encore-worthy meal

By JeanMarie Brownson | July 29, 2026
Ideal for a small gathering, this summer spring rolls dish is made for four guests to assemble two or three rolls each. (JeanMarie Brownson/TCA)
Recipes

Spring Rolls with Beef and Shrimp

The perfect antidote to a hot day

By JeanMarie Brownson | July 22, 2026
Learn the secret to making the perfect mai tai cocktail, one of the most beloved tiki drinks. (Alex Lepe/TCA)
Recipes

Classic Mai Tai

The iconic tropical cocktail for summer

By Kristina Razon, TheKitchn.com | July 15, 2026
With bacon, chorizo and three peppers, breakfast tostadas make a hearty start to a fun-filled day, on vacation or any time of year.
Recipes

Vacation Breakfast Tostadas

These tostadas kick off a beach day – or any day

By JeanMarie Brownson | July 8, 2026
This recipe takes classic egg salad up a notch, with a bit of celery, herbs, and Dijon mustard. It’s a great way to add the healthy egg to your menu.
Recipes

An Even Better Classic Egg Salad

Elevate the basic with a bit of crunch, herbs, and more

By Christine Gallary, TheKitchn.com | July 2, 2026

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