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This mar-tea-ni is here to challenge the espresso martini as the caffeinated cocktail du jour. Bartender extraordinare Audrey Saunders first paved the way with her ever-popular Earl Grey-tini at Pegu Club in New York City. And unlike the aforementioned coffee cocktail, you don’t need to buy any special-flavored liqueurs or pull shots of espresso to … Read more
Here is a soup high on comfort and low on effort, taking cues from classic Chinese egg drop soup, Korean manduguk dumpling soup, and even Italian stracciatella egg soup. It all comes together shockingly fast (no really, not much longer than it would take you to prepare instant ramen!). Give it up for your grocery … Read more
Not to be confused with the morning espresso drink, the Americano cocktail is meant to start your evening. The lightly alcoholic drink is a touch bitter; it whets your appetite and goes wonderfully with little predinner snacks. The formula is simple: a mix of bitter liqueur and fruity fortified wine lightened with sparkling water. Build … Read more
Our new favorite fudgy, not-too-sweet truffles are inspired by a similar treat from Margalaxy in Portland, Oregon. They’re creamy and complex thanks to the inclusion of tahini, bitter and chocolaty because of cocoa powder, and dates lend the perfect texture and sweetness. These seriously snack-able truffles disappeared quickly in the test kitchen. And they’re SO … Read more
Historically prized for their curative properties and health benefits, fresh herbs like mint, basil, and tarragon are champions in the kitchen. They offer endless opportunities to upgrade the flavors of virtually any dish (cocktails too!), bringing a level of deliciousness and finesse that simply can’t be matched by dried herbs or spices. But, if you’re … Read more
When Epicurious launched in 1995, it had a mere 5,000 recipes. Oh, how we’ve grown! Tens of thousands of breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas later—and don’t forget the snacks!—we thought it was time to invite you to peek behind the curtain at the most popular recipes in our archives. Wondering what your fellow home cooks … Read more
Published: Apr 15, 2024 by Taryn Jump to Recipe Three simple ingredients make this almond flour cheesecake crust in no time. Not only is this low carb pie crust delicious, but it’s the perfect base for your creamy cheesecake filling. All that you need to do is fill and top with fresh fruit! What I … Read more
Chicken piccata is a classic Italian dish made from pounded flat chicken breasts dredged in all-purpose flour, pan-fried, and topped with a lemony white wine and caper sauce. While staying fairly true to tradition, this version leans into the quality that, in our humble opinion, unites all the best chicken piccata recipes: an ample amount … Read more
I can’t think of a more iconic Italian sweet than cannoli. These cream-filled wafers can be found throughout Italy—as well as in every Little Italy across the United States. While the regional origin of cannoli is uncertain, it is most frequently credited to Sicily. It has been said that during the island’s Arab rule, in … Read more
There’s nothing more frustrating than feeling like you’re doing all the right things to lose weight and get healthy, only to see the scale just not budge. Believe me, I get it. After all, it’s one thing to KNOW you’re not really eating as well as you could be, or that you blew it over … Read more