Fish

Hazelnuts stand in for almonds in this tasty riff on the classic Spanish sauce romesco.

Salmon's popularity has also been its downfall—industrial salmon farms lead consumers to believe that salmon can and should be available (and cheap) year-round.

I try to be mindful of sustainability when I buy fish. But I find buying salmon to be a little tricky, trickier than other fish.

This is a light, luscious, sophisticated "salad" (actually, a deconstructed entree and vegetable side), with some of the most frustratingly vague instructions I've ever encountered. Here, I'll nail down some of the specifics.

The preparation may look complicated, but it's actually pretty easy—because your guests assemble the tacos themselves.

In Shanghai restaurants, this popular appetizer is typically served cold, which brings out its rich flavors. Traditionally, the fish is smoked. Though modern cooks now skip this step, the Shanghainese still call it "Smoked Fish."