The 20 Best Recipes of 2026...So Far

Like streusel-topped cakes, caramel-apple cookies, and one dessert made with Cheez-Its.

Thoughtful, creative host gifts—because they probably have enough wine.

It brings depth to sauces and gloss to glazes. Here’s how to use it—and what to reach for when you’re out.

Here are the ones I trust for barista-quality clouds of foam at home.

Plus the reason chocolate tastes bad now, 3D-printed meat, and Abdul El-Sayed on shawarma law.

Play your cards right and you’ll be repaid in brownies.

The Michigan US Senate candidate talks to BA about his Egyptian American upbringing, his fight to make groceries affordable, and his go-to restaurants.

Like smashed broccoli pasta and shortcut chickpea saag.

Like miso mushroom pasta and apple snacking cake.

Whether you’re roasting your turkey whole or in parts, here’s how to get the timing just right.

On a weeklong cruise, my son and I traded mega-ship buffets for locally sourced feasts, elegant plant-based dining, and midnight nachos and burgers.

After years of running on empty, I finally found a new perspective.

Because your beautiful food deserves a beautiful vessel.

It may just replace your favorite chef’s knife.

It’s time to make your best pie yet.