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Congrats to Serious Eats' First Chief Technology Officer David Karp

Karp, who later founded Tumblr (which was just acquired by Yahoo to the tune of a cool million), was our very first CTO back in 2006.

Video: A Road Food Trip Through Spain

A road trip across Spain isn't diners and gas station hot dogs—it's long lunches with wine and a plate of jamón. We just spent two weeks traveling by car to the four corners of Spain. Catch the entire journey in this three minute food extravaganza!

Steakcraft: Porterhouse, Strip, and Rib Steaks at Porter House NY

While Porter House NY is on its face a steakhouse, Lomonaco sees it as a direct descendant to Windows as a quintessentially New York restaurant with a strong focus on hospitality. After the jump: a close look at the three of the menu's top steaks.

Must Try: Mickey Mouse Cupcakes

We have just got to make these super cool Mickey Cupcakes. They have a MM Logo on the top and even have a fun logo inside each cake. Amazing!

Must See: Rainbow Pancakes

Prepare to have your mind blown. These rainbow pancakes are the ultimate in bright breakfast choices. We love them!

Weekend Herb Blogging #385 Hosting

Cinzia from Cindystar is kindly hosting both the English and Italian editions of Weekend Herb Blogging.To take part all you need is to write a post that is either informative and/or includes a recipe where your featured ingredient is the main ingredient of the dish. Show More Summary

Pina Colada Scones

An icy, blended pina colada is a drink that reminds me of being on vacation in Hawaii, where I’ve had some of the best pina coladas (in the best atmosphere) that I can remember. It’s a combination of coconut, pineapple and rum blended up with lots of ice. Every time I have one, it takes [...]

How-To Recipe: Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Vanilla buttercream will turn any cake (or cupcake) from ordinary to extraordinary. This luscious frosting takes a bit of practice but well worth the effort. It will make any dessert stand out.

The Secret Lives of Baked Goods

The Secret Lives of Baked Goods is another book from Jessie Oleson Moore, the author of both the book and blog Cakespy, and it features the histories of some of the most beloved baked goods that we make. The stories attached to all of the recipes on the book describe how the recipes and and [...]

Bradley Cooper to Get Cooking Lessons From Gordon Ramsay for Upcoming Movie

Bradley Cooper will be starring in the upcoming film Chef. Not the Jon Favreau/Robert Downey Jr. Chef, but a different one (I know, it's confusing). Since Cooper isn't a world renowned chef, the actor will be getting a few lessons from...Show More Summary

Mac 'n' Cheese Pie With Bacon Lattice

Mac 'n' Cheese just got even better. Not only is this in pie form, but it's topped off with bacon -- now that's what I call comfort food for champions. Of course, this is a bit more complicated than making Mac 'n' Cheese out of a box...Show More Summary

Infographic: An 8-Minute Digital Detox With Tea

Most of us spend our days plugged-in to our laptops, tablets, smartphones, and the many other devices that tend to take control over our lives. The Art of Tea wants to help us find some balance in our lives with this 8-Minute Digital Detox. Within the 8 minutes, you can give your mood a little boost and help relieve some of your stress. Show More Summary

Red Fruit Salad

The low chuckle followed by a head shake. I've come to know it well. It's the reaction friends have when they stop by and get a glimpse at how this project has overrun our house. The towers of boxes, the tape guns, the bins of favorite things - it's all a bit much. Show More Summary

Fingerling Potato Salad with Pickled Red Onions and Chive Blossoms

12 hours agoFood & Drink / Cooking : Foodista

No backyard BBQ is complete without a delicious potato salad. Two things make this potato salad recipe spectacular: the quick pickled red onions (so easy!) and fresh herbs. With springtime chive blossoms in full bloom, toss them in for...Show More Summary

Meatless Monday: Roasted Radishes

12 hours agoFood & Drink / Cooking : Foodista

I've only eaten my radishes raw, so when I came upon this recipe for Roasted Radishes on our site from Beloved Green, I knew I had to share. This is the perfect easy recipe for Meatless Monday - or any day! Enjoy them on their own, toss them with other roasted veggies, serve them with toasty grains, or in a green salad. Show More Summary

Win a Hawaiian Getaway From Arby's!

13 hours agoFood & Drink / Cooking : Foodista

If you love roast beef sandwiches and Hawaii, we've got a treat for you! For a limited time only, Arby's and KING'S HAWAIIAN sweet breads has partnered to create two hot, made-fresh-to-order roast beef sandwiches. The Arby’s KING’S HAWAIIAN...Show More Summary

Summer Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

13 hours agoFood & Drink / Cooking : Foodista

These stuffed Portobello mushrooms from Citron Limette are inspired by summer vegetables. Baked portobello mushrooms are filled with roasted tomatoes, roasted red peppers, basil and feta cheese. You can also grill the mushrooms instead of baking them. Show More Summary

Cooking Tip: Quick Pickled Red Onions

13 hours agoFood & Drink / Cooking : Foodista

You don't have to be a food preserving genius to create tasty pickled vegetables. Just a few minutes in vinegar and you have ready-to-eat pickles. Quick pickles are meant to be consumed immediately (or within days) and stored in the refrigerator, not in your pantry until wintertime. Show More Summary

Don't Forget To Share Your Sweets!

This week we're looking ahead, as in make-ahead sweets. Whether it's an icebox cake that tastes better after sitting overnight or cookies that develop flavor a few days in, shoot us a photo of your best make-ahead sweet (along with a link to the recipe!) and we'll include it in this week's roundup.

Nerello Mascalese: Please Do Not Tell Anyone About This Wine

Frankly, I'd rather not tell you about this wine. I actually don't want you—or anyone—to know about it because I am fearful that then the prices will inevitably go up and the availability will go down, and I'll be left (poor) with wicked withdrawal symptoms and resentment.

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