Garrett McCord, 2/3/12

Food writer

I called up a few cheesemongers and chipped away at their curd nerd knowledge asking them about some of their favorite cheeses that other people weren't buying or had no idea existed.

Liquor.com, 2/3/12

Liquor.com

Plain old beer is a perfectly acceptable drink for a plain old football game. But Sunday is the Super Bowl, and you have to step it up a bit.

Food52, 2/3/12

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If you're going to be parked on the couch for several hours heavily invested (or not) in a sporting event, might as well have some great food to keep you company.

Jennifer Segal, 2/3/12

Chef, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer

I love artichoke and spinach dip, especially served warm out of the oven, but a good one is hard to come by.

Katie Workman, 2/1/12

Having a Superbowl get together without dip is like watching a movie without popcorn. The point escapes me. This is a rich, hearty dip, almost a main course dip, if you will (and why wouldn't you).

EatingWell, 1/31/12

Where Good Taste Meets Good Health

As a native of New England, I had never heard of Frito Pie until a Texas-born co-worker offered me some. And then... wow!

Food52, 2/1/12

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From the classic Bloody Mary to more exotic spirits, we've got you covered for all four quarters. Here are eight drinks to keep you hydrated throughout the big game.

Imbibe, 1/27/12

Imbibe is the ultimate guide to liquid culture

Looking for a little added warmth this winter? Skip the snuggie and wrap yourself up in the wintry blanket of a soul-soothing hot cocktail.

Food & Wine, 1/26/12

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While Magnolia's cupcakes can arrive literally overnight, Lloyd is happy to encourage baking at home. Here, she shares six mistakes that home bakers make when trying to create the perfect cupcake.

Big Girls, Small Kitchen, 1/26/12

Food bloggers Phoebe Lapine and Cara Eisenpress

There's a reason why we dedicate an entire chapter to dips in our book: they're fun, they're filling and they're easy to make in Super Bowl-sized proportions.

EatingWell, 1/24/12

Where Good Taste Meets Good Health

When it comes to cooking a "starch" for your meal, there are few sides easier to make than couscous. It's simple, versatile and incredibly fast to cook -- it's ready in just five minutes!

One For The Table, 1/23/12

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Food52, 1/23/12

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Today, we're taking you on a culinary Grand Tour. Here are nine recipes from the regions of Italy -- from Sicily to Lombardia, Tuscany to Veneto. Buon appetito!

The Splendid Table, 1/23/12

Lynne Rossetto Kasper

Is the only difference between gelato and ice cream in the language you speak and the higher price for an Italian word?