Knowing how to roast nuts is an easy skill that can make your midmorning snack taste 10 times better. Once you master the basics, you can make your own roasted pecans, roasted almonds, roasted peanuts ...

Raw nuts are an acquired taste. One that, for some, shall never be acquired. Even though I snack on the occasional raw almond, they lead with their bitter flavors, and the texture isn’t so much snappy ...

Aside from the price and the cachet, Champagne is one of life’s simplest pleasures -- just lifting a glass is a mood-altering experience. But it brings out the Gaudi in hosts. Who doesn’t want to take ...

This recipe is adapted from Ina Garten’s newest cookbook “Barefoot Contessa Foolproof” (Clarkson Potter, $35). I cut Garten’s recipe in half for two reasons. One, I don’t require a large quantity; I ...

Get ready to go nuts for the holidays! Actress, model, and author Molly Sims is preparing for the holiday season with one of her favorite snacks: almonds. Find out how to make some of Sims’ favorite ...

In the department of easy entertaining, these pears, bathed in a luscious salty caramel sauce, topped with crunchy toasted almonds, will wow your dinner guests. Make them a few hours ahead, leave them ...