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Yesterday, as copies of our June issue began to reach readers, there was a collective gasp heard round the Internet. Yes, we put a person on the cover...

The BA Test Kitchen recently developed a recipe for a Salzburger Nockerl. "A what?" some of our editors asked...

Chimps who examine a piece of food may use a series of barks or peeps to communicate its quality to other apes. Just like the Foodist.

A new study by Chinese scientists, the Daily Mail reports, suggests that women respond to pink and purple based on instincts developed from berry-gathering female ancestors...

Maybe growing up you heard some elders gripe, "We remember when you could buy a sandwich for thirty-five cents!"

We may have found someone more excited about wild salmon than we are.

If you own an iPad and you do not yet have the Flipboard app, it's time to get in the game.

Nothing in life is certain but fundamental physical constants and taxes, and only one of those has the word "fun" in it...

Any site that mentions Ichiro, Aether Apparel, and Le Chateaubriand in the same breath has our attention. The fact that Life + Style springs from the mind of Jay-Z, is just gravy.

Wild salmon isn't available all year. See if you can pass our salmon seasonality test.

The Observer has a tip that former Gourmet Editor in Chief Ruth Reichl will head the food spinoff from luxury online discount retailer Gilt Groupe.

We love EVOO, but it's not the do-anything oil many think it is. Here are six new oils for your arsenal.

The season's first crop needs minimal adornment. That is, if you handle it just right. Here's what you need to know to be ready.

Aptly nicknamed "the sunshine vitamin," vitamin D has more bright news: Studies suggest that it's key to fighting bone loss, hypertension, and autoimmune diseases.

Are you a flexitarian? Maybe you should be. The diet of the moment might just be the easiest, most sensible one around.

According to an interview with the Wall Street Journal, the chef has gone to bed with a piece chocolate in his mouth every day since he was four.

The father of modern fitness, Jack LaLanne, passed away yesterday. The New York Times shares details on his diet.

Give your slow cooker repertoire a nutritious makeover. Today, Jaden Hair of Steamy Kitchen shares her cedar plank salmon recipe.

Your black bean chili is only as good as your black beans. Here are three to try.

Turns out most carrots were purple before the 17th century.

Wal-mart is shifting its strategy to promote healthier foods.

Gluten-free products taste better than ever, and they're easier to find, too. Here are six worth trying.

Beauty products are brimming over with caffeine, thanks to its ability to relieve tired eyes, soothe winter-weary complexions, and exfoliate chapped skin. Here are six beauty brews to add to your everyday routine.

The cure for your sluggish mornings could be as simple as a smart breakfast. Here are 10 foods that will give you sustained energy, not a short blast then a mid-day crash.

Fresh juices may be tres chic these days, but are they really that good for you?

Whether you're recovering from a Thanksgiving food hangover or just trying to eat more vegetables, check out our gallery of 16 healthful vegetarian meals.

Plastic grocery bags are so money, and you don't even know it. Here are 15 alternative uses for them.

A $140 turkey "ends up coming out to $8 a pound, or $8 per person. That's cheaper than Applebee's and almost as cheap as a McDonald's value meal."

There isn't much this miracle powder can't do. Here are 7 Unexpected Uses for Baking Soda.

The crowds at this year's Oktoberfest in Munich set historical records for beer consumed and items lost.

Wheat isn't always better than white, says nutrition expert Marion Nestle. You have to do a little digging to find the best-for-you brand.

Recent research shows that a diet that includes plenty of mushrooms can help slow down the development of certain cancers, such as breast cancer.

With an earthy tartness that's easy to love, goat's milk is delicious in so many more ways that the familiar log of soft chevre.

Wheat bread is an easy way to get your daily whole grain dose, but cruise down the bread aisle and you'll find that picking the best wheat bread may be trickier than you think.

Getting the whole family to eat more healthfully can be a challenge, but a new Web site, ZisBoomBah, aims to teach kids the ABC's of nutritious eating by letting them plan what's for dinner.

We have embarked on a taste test tour of your favorite supermarket foods. We nibble, we score, and we share the results with you to help you avoid the paralyzation that can come with Brand Choice Overload. Today's topic: cereal.

A new website called Shelf Life Advice aims to clarify all your food spoilage concerns with categorized guides for everything in your fridge or pantry.

Aluminum foil has a handful of wonderful uses around the house beyond baked potatoes. I call it the miracle material. Here are three unexpected uses for aluminum foil.

Paul Ilegems, a retired art history professor, has written four books on the subject of fries, including a volume of poetry.

When you want a quick and vitamin-packed breakfast or snack, nothing beats a smoothie.

You soon may be able to buy everything from food to tabletop products to kitchenware on your favorite brands' Facebook pages thanks to tech companies that want to turn Facebook into a one-stop shopping mall.

Dr. Atkins be darned. I'm always looking for an excuse to eat pasta.

Watch this dexterous recreation of an iPhone out of food.

Keeping a few healthful treats around the house can help you solve sugar cravings without overeating. Here are few ideas from our recipe archives.

Today Microsoft's search engine launched a new feature that makes it easier to look for recipes.

Have you resolved to eat more greens this year? Start now with these super-easy ideas.

This is the Cornucopia. According to students at the MIT Media Lab, it's a 3D printer for food.

Rather than skip the things that make chili so delicious, just watch your serving size and try a few of these tricks.

A new study says that eating fatty or processed foods may contribute to depression and anxiety.

Cleaning up isn't exactly the sexiest part of cooking, but it's essential. Here are five ways in which a little care makes a big difference.

A new device from researchers in England could help improve the health of people who suffer from scarfing.

A team of researchers in California just published a study suggesting that pomegranates may help prevent breast cancer.