Brownbag it in style.

When you’re craving something junky, there’s always a homemade corndog.

The drink that pleases, the Rusty Nail.

Home from work because of snow? Wake up with a tequila sunrise.

Sangrita is a delicious tomato and citrus mixture usually drunk as a chaser to tequila

What exactly does tequila taste like?

In honor of our scallop-loving president, some spicy scallops with peppers, fennel and dill.

Brazil’s national dish, the pork and black bean stew called feijoada.

What exactly is a chipotle?

Pureed black beans add fiber, body and moistness to these fudge brownies.

Got a microwave? Try these easy DIY truffles.

Dress up standard salmon fillets with a simple crust of Dijon mustard, cumin and crunchy pistachios.

What exactly is a perloo?

This week’s Root Source on oysters.

Always protect yourself when shucking.

Steamed broccoli is a good break from the roast-and-stew mode of winter.

Ever vandyked a lemon?

Need to roast a bird in less time than you have to cook it? Spatchcock it!

Cookstr gets all its recipes from cookbook authors and chefs. Here are five Cookstr recipes to try this weekend.

What are your cooking resolutions for 2009?

Layering anise flavors throughout a dish adds complexity and full flavors.

Preserved lemons, dates merguez and fennel make this stuffing.