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Parents share stories of messy meals and adorable photos of their messy babies playing with food

Cinnamon is the perfect spice to complement sweet holiday flavors, from ice cream to apple pie

From an edible White House to a life-size kids' playhouse, these gingerbread houses put our DIY attempts to shame.

Why? Because everyone loves a party. But sometimes chilled Chardonnay and bottles of beer on ice just don’t cut it. For a get-together that’s a bit more special, a bit more memorable, and a bit, well, boozier, it’s high time to rediscover that grand American tradition known as the cocktail party

Still need a gift idea? Check out 5 of our favorite new fall cookbooks, from Andy Ricker, John Besh, Suzanne Goin, Daniel Patterson, and Einat Admony

Yes, your bestest, furriest, most feathered friend can haz Christmas presents, too

From salad bowls to sharper knives, Bon Appétit's editors name the gifts we're hoping to get in our stockings and under our trees

We found 13 food-related charities you can donate to this holiday season—covering everything from cans to cows to cookies

Appetizers, hors d'oeuvres, and small plates to keep your festivities flavorful

From bacon mugs and fat magnets to pizza forks and motorized ice-cream cones, 50 food-related gifts no one should be giving this holiday season