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Tuur van Balen demonstrates the ease with which, through some DNA tweaking of the yogurt bacteria, we can all make our own special blend of chemicals at home

Epicurious takes a look at the newest manifestation of the undead bacon craze

In just a few minutes, you can see every part of the meal come together (and meet the people who make it happen)

As if haute couture wasn't enough

Come on in, the peanut oil's just fine

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Vote for your favorite photo, and we'll reveal the recipe. Plus, three of you will win a copy of this new cookbook

Chefs have pets. We have pictures. Prepare to be happy

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Our Editor in Chief tells us how he starts his days

And yes, you can call it the "Bon App" if you like

Dear Foodist: I imagine you get a lot of free products on the job. What do you actually pay for?

The designer lays down the laws of classy drinking and more

Check out these slightly skewed (but food-related!) Valentine's Day cards from Mitch O'Connell's archives

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The chef put up a new video of his team at Alinea breaking the lighter-than-air food barrier

A relaxed Sunday lunch at the Noma chef's Copenhagen apartment offers guests something wild (Alas, he doesn't take reservations)

Researchers say shifting your diet towards lean proteins can help banish the winter blues

A look at the morning life of Kelly Slater, pro surfer, including vegan smoothies, best practices in digestion, and boosting bananas off fallen trees

Or the "bois lele" as those in the know call it

Songs to listen to while mixing stiff drinks for your SAD-afflicted friends

The man who started Big Black (and produced Nirvana and the Pixies) can also make some mean-looking kale, leek, and nut agnolotti

And so will these bloggers, who cooked our January recipe to perfection

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We consider it our privilege--nay, our duty--to keep you informed about what the stars of the world put in their mouths

We're sharing the best home cook-submitted recipes from food52's latest contest. This week, the theme is "Your Best Chili" recipe

Pay no attention to the cat eating that roast chicken

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If you've been short on ideas for the upcoming semi-holiday, Epicurious has you covered