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  • 7 Tips for Hosting a Lemonade Stand
    During the summer, kids’ activities often consist of hanging out with friends, going to camp, taking family vacations, and basically living in the pool until their fingers are pruney. But why not make this summer an opportunity for your little ones...

  • 5 Summer Entertaining Trends for 2013
    You have a solid four months to get your summer entertaining on. So from June to September, take your hosting abilities to the next level with the most of-the-moment, on-point trends in party planning and entertaining at home. Whether you’re hosting...

  • Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus Partied Together in Los Angeles and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Ke$ha sipped on Ciroc cocktails during an intimate dinner with friends and family at Nellcôte in Chicago. [US] Rihanna headed to dinner at San Carlos Restaurant in Manchester, England. [Hollywood Life] Jay-Z's 40/40...

  • Food and Drink for Dad
    Let’s face it: As much as men think women are so difficult to shop for, they’re really the picky ones. Think about it, while we ladies can surely tend to be particular when it comes to gifts — hello, the best gifts come in the smallest...

  • Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger Cuddle in the Checkout Lane and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Hilary Duff and husband Mike Comrie had a dinner date at Madeo in Los Angeles. [GossipCenter] It seems Derek Jeter's ankle is healing just fine. The Yankees shortstop was spotted partying the night away at Manhattan Lower East Side...

  • Perfect Flower Arrangements for Every Soirée
    There are cookbooks, entertaining books, and even cocktail books — and then there’s this amazing book that recently ended up in our laps. Behold, The Flower Recipe Book, a definite must for every serious host or hostess. This book’s...

  • Angelina Jolie Celebrates Her Birthday in Paris and Berlin with Brad and the Kids and More Celebrity News
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-stars Will Arnett and Megan Fox dined at Manhattan's Beauty & Essex. [The Daily Meal] Justin Timberlake partied pretty hard in New York City. The actor and singer hit up Catch, 1Oak, and Avenue within two days. [The...

  • Drew Barrymore’s Favorite Summer Recipe, Her Tips for Wine Pairing
    It’s pretty safe to say that Drew Barrymore was born into the acting business — she dove into showbiz when she appeared in E.T. as a little girl. Now, she has her own beautiful little girl, 8-month-old Olive, with husband Will Kopelman and is...

  • Drew Barrymore’s Favorite Summer Recipe, Her Tips for Wine Pairing
    It’s pretty safe to say that Drew Barrymore was born into the acting business — she dove into showbiz when she appeared in E.T. as a little girl. Now, she has her own beautiful little girl, 8-month-old Olive, with husband Will Kopelman and is...

  • 6 Rules for Eating at the Beach
    Ah, the beach, probably the most rewarding part of summer — nothing feels better than hearing the roll of the waves and feeling the heat on your skin. Here are the Rules for Eating at the Beach! Here’s the thing about the beach, though...

  • Valerie Rice on Father’s Day and Great Dishes for Dad
    For a natural-born hostess like Valerie Rice, putting together a menu for any party is a cinch. Based in Santa Barbara, Calif., Rice has a reputation for being quite the entertain extraordinaire on topics from gardening to cooking to party planning...

  • 11 Etiquette Dos and Don’ts for Picnicking in the Park
    The warm weather brings about many fun things, but our favorite of them all is picnicking. It’s a great time to kick off your sandals or sneakers and park yourself on a blanket for an entire day of doing absolutely nothing but eating, drinking, and...

  • 11 Etiquette Dos and Don’ts for Picnicking in the Park
    The warm weather brings about many fun things, but our favorite of them all is picnicking. It’s a great time to kick off your sandals or sneakers and park yourself on a blanket for an entire day of doing absolutely nothing but eating, drinking, and...

  • Create the Perfect Party Theme with Mark Addison
    Take it from us — you don’t need a reason to party. You don’t have to be celebrating a birthday or a special occasion to gather your friends and family at your home to have a good time. But occasion or not, it’s nice to try out...

  • 4 Dish Ideas for a Perfect Summer Party
    Summer is heating up and we’re looking to push the boundaries of our meals a bit beyond burgers, hot dogs, and salad. We’re looking for zest, excitement, and original entertaining ideas. Luckily for us, we’ve got our stellar Culinary...

  • What We’re Loving: Pottery Barn’s Dillon Coolers
    Let’s face it: coolers can tend to be a bit dowdy in appearance. Sure, you could argue that you shouldn't stress over looks when it’s really all about utility, but it’s nice to have products that are both useful and fashionable. When...

  • Justin Bieber and Carmelo Anthony Party Together in New York City and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite celebrities headed this week for a little bit of R & R.  Restaurant Buzz Michael Fassbender, his Olympian girlfriend Louise Hazel, and Bradley Cooper had dinner at Wolsely Café in London's Piccadilly Circus...

  • What We’re Loving: Bridal Element’s Love Letter Ceramic Dishes
    We’re all about creating the ultimate spread, —whether it's be for hors’ d'oeuvres, desserts, or even a full entrée buffet., hHowever, when it’s for a special occasion — like a wedding, engagement party, or...

  • What We’re Loving: Vino2Go’s Wine Sippy Cup
    In the summertime, when the weather is hot, it’s nice to have a refreshing chilled glass of wine. However, when it comes to enjoying it on the patio or in the yard, hosts are often hesitant to serve red wines to guests because of the risk of...

  • The Top 10 Wedding Guests Who You Don’t Have to Invite
    Planning your wedding guest list is no easy fete. With family members you haven’t seen in years to inviting co-workers, it can seem daunting to know where to make the cut. Whether some people simply slip your mind or your venue space is limited,...

  • 13 Awesome Ice Cream Sundaes
    We hate to say it, but it’s become harder and harder to impress guests in recent years due to the huge surge of DIY and hosting tips available through sites like Pinterest. Entertaining has become a trend and, don't get us wrong, we’re all...

  • It’s Ice Cream Time!
    Besides a giant, juicy cheeseburger hot off the grill, when you think of the perfect summer food, you immediately think of a cone with a heaping pile of ice cream and sprinkles for days, don’t you? Oh, sorry — we were just daydreaming for a...

  • Katy Perry and John Mayer Rekindle Flame at Memorial Day BBQ Bash
    It seems like instead of wining and dining this week, your favorite celebrities were spotted at their homes celebrating Memorial Day and the start of summer with their families and A-lister pals!  Restaurant Buzz Sir Paul McCartney and wife Nancy...

  • Spice Up Your Summer Party Presentation
    We’re all about summer entertaining — the opportunities to get creative are endless with the added outdoor component. Whether you’re hosting a brunch alfresco, a pool party, or a BBQ bash, it’s a fantastic idea to use your...

  • What We’re Loving: Bella Cucina’s Basket of Gourmet Spreads
    Whether you're a host or a guest, it’s nice to know that you’re enjoying dishes and cocktails that were made with love and high-quality products. If you’re the person running the show, adding gourmet ingredients to your menu can be...

  • Say Hello to Summer!
    We’re so thrilled that it’s the official kickoff to summer has commenced! Tons of white parties will be underway (since wearing the color is officially allowed now) as well as BBQs, picnics, and lazy Sundays at the beach. But this is just the...

  • Raise a Glass to Bill Hader, 'The Wolf Pack,' the All-NBA Team, and More
    While of course we’re raising the tallest glass to our veterans this Memorial Day weekend, there are quite a few other people we’re toasting as we wrap up the week in news and events. Cheers to… Justin Bieber for setting the record...

  • What We’re Loving: Cost Plus World Market’s Kid’s Picnic Basket
    Picnic season has been well underway for a few weeks now, but with summer hot on our heels, there’s no better time for us to spotlight this great set from Cost Plus World Market. We’ve expressed our love for picnicking many times —...

  • 5 Awesome Memorial Day Bash Ideas
    We’ve waited patiently and now it’s finally arrived — it's the official start to summer! While we’re sure your weekend is filled with plans to picnic, head to the beach, and barbecue up a storm, we’re here to share a few...

  • Zac Efron Snacks on Tacos and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite celebrities were spotted this week.. Restaurant Buzz Johnny Depp had dinner with girlfriend Amber Heard and pal Keith Richards at Ago Restaurant in West Hollywood, Calif. [US] Cameron Diaz dined at new Manhattan hot spot Mulberry...

  • Great Summer Entertaining Tips From Ted Allen
    We’re gearing up for the kickoff of summer — and that includes preparing great dishes, even better cocktails, and an ambiance that is bright and inviting. Ted Allen, food TV personality and host of Food Network’s Chopped, is...

  • Summer Zest: When Life Hands You Lemons, Use Them in Your Decor
    A perfect add-on to any summer wedding are the bright, bold colors of limes and lemons—a great décor palette for table centerpieces and seating arrangements. Use organic lemons or limes as part of your centerpieces, or as simple, crisp, and...

  • What We’re Loving: Sur La Table's On-Ice Entertaining Collection
    Of huge importance when it comes to summer entertaining is keeping your food not only away from bugs and fly-aways, but also keeping it chilled under the hot, hot, heat. Now, if you're spending a day at the beach or having a picnic at the park, you...

  • What We’re Loving: BHLDN’s Curious Cake Toppers
    Cake toppers — a tried-and-true wedding tradition — have come a long way in recent years. While the quintessential bride and groom topper is still very prevalent atop most tiers at weddings, brands have gotten seriously imaginative with their...

  • Robert Pattinson Parties After Breakup with Kristen Stewart and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite celebrities were spotted this week...  Restaurant Buzz Alexander Skarsgard, Ellen Page, and Patricia Clarkson had dinner at Manhattan's Stanton Social, where Skarsgard ordered a manly steak dinner and a beer. [The Daily...

  • 5 Party-Perfect Sliders to Add to Your Menu
    As May winds down and we head into a weekend filled with white parties, beaches, and beers, burger season is just beginning. With Memorial Day just days away, we’re adding lots of grill-worthy dishes to our summer lineup. Add These Drool-Worthy...

  • What We’re Loving: Urban Bird & Co.’s Etiquette Cloth Napkins
    All right, all right, we’ve accepted a lot of changes in the move from classic Emily Post-style etiquette to the new wave of dos and don’ts when it comes to table manners, but there are a few rules that will always remain. Etiquette laws like...

  • Congratulations to the Class of 2013!
    Graduation is finally here. You’ve made it! Whether you’ve been cramming for months to finish your thesis, studying your butt off to ace your finals, or learning the ABCs, you, along with millions of other students of all ages, are a graduate...

  • 7 Picnic-Ready Recipes for a Great Afternoon
    We’ve finally reached the time of year fit for picnicking — spring! With summer quickly approaching, it’s only going to get warmer and you can make these picnic-ready recipes into beach-ready recipes. Add These Great Dishes to Your...

  • Leonardo DiCaprio Celebrates 'Gatsby' in Cannes Style and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite stars were seen this week.  Restaurant Buzz And The Great Gatsby hard-partying continues. Best friends and co-stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire partied with A-list guests that included Baz Luhrmann, Justin Timberlake,...

  • What We’re Loving: Kate Spade’s Popsicle Coin Purse
    We’ve all been there: You’re heading to the beach, the park, the carnival, or any summer-perfect activity, really, and you want as few of your personal items on you as possible so you can enjoy yourself without the hassle of toting a bag...

  • What We’re Loving: Anthropologie’s Loomed Palmae Food Cover and Leif’s Brushstroke Placemat
    Summer entertaining is the best kind of entertaining. Why? Because while you’re serving great dishes and cocktails, you’re able to enjoy the warm weather and the comfort of your backyard. A major faux pas of warm-weathered hosting, though, is...

  • Robert Pattinson Parties Hard on His Birthday and More Celebrity News
    Let's see where your favorite celebrities were wining and dining over the weekend.  Restaurant Buzz Reese Witherspoon and husband Jim Toth dined with pals at the Soho House in Manhattan. [Hollywood Life] Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively treated...

  • What We’re Loving: AVA Lounge’s Dream Pops
    When it comes to entertaining, no matter the season or occasion, it’s fun to get a little whimsical in your hosting ideas. Whether that means creating an outrageous dessert bar or pushing guests to explore different flavors or creating cocktails...

  • What We’re Loving: AVA Lounge’s Dream Pops
    When it comes to entertaining, no matter the season or occasion, it’s fun to get a little whimsical in your hosting ideas. Whether that means creating an outrageous dessert bar or pushing guests to explore different flavors or creating cocktails...

  • 8 Great Ice Cream Bowls
    Ice cream — the dessert of champions. Whether you’re a fan of the soft-serve from your trusty ice cream man or you like creating your own concoction from the good stuff in a carton at home, ice cream is the best. Dig Into These Awesome Ice...

  • 5 Summer Sips Fit for Socializing
    With summer rounding the corner, we’re stoked for all of the opportunities to host at home — and outdoors! While a classic refreshing cocktail is always a great solution to a scorcher of a day, we’re looking to switch things up a bit...

  • Hot Actors Eating
    When Crazy, Stupid, Love came out, fans were ogling Ryan Gosling in all his tanned glory, but beyond the custom suits and the perfect abs, many viewers claimed that seeing Ryan Gosling down a slice of pizza while looking red-carpet ready was...

  • Jessica Biel Drinks Scotch in a Teacup and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite stars were out and and about this week.  Restaurant Buzz The Hangover saga's famed trio Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, and Zach Galifianakis dined at McCormick & Schmick’s in Manhattan's Midtown...

  • What We’re Loving: CB2’s 'Hi' Lunch Bag
    One of my best friends — who’s now 25, by the way — was renowned for receiving the ultimate love notes from her mom in her lunch bag back in our elementary school days. She was the only one at our table who got them, and I’m pretty...

  • Give Mom a Food-Inspired Card for Mother’s Day
    I’m big on cards — always have been. I was never one of those kids to rip the wrapping paper off and leave the card in the abyss. Choose One of These Cards for Mom This Mother's Day The card is the sentiment — it’s the thought...

  • 13 Perfect Breakfast-in-Bed Trays for Mom
    There’s never a better time for breakfast in bed than Mother’s Day. It’s the quintessential go-to for treating your mother like the Queen Bee she is. Whether you’re an only child and co-operating with Dad or you have a house full...

  • 3 Clever Ideas for Your Next Bash From the Culinary Content Network
    We’re all about seasonal entertaining ideas, but we’ll gladly take year-round tips, recipes, or suggestions any day as well. Which is why when we came across these three entertaining musts from our trusty Culinary Content Network, we decided...

  • Raise a Glass to Jason Collins, Lea Michele, President Obama, and More
    With Gatsby premiering this week, the NBA play-offs in full swing, and the Met Ball around the corner, the question isn't who we're toasting, it's who aren't we toasting?  Cheers to... Jason Collins, the NBA center who came...

  • Leonardo DiCaprio, Jay-Z, and Tobey Maguire Toast to 'Gatsby' and More Celebrity News
    What a way to end a week! Tons of your favorite celebrities were spotted out and about this week. And with the Met Ball on Monday in New York City, there are bound to be plenty more. Restaurant Buzz Leonardo DiCaprio sure knows how to throw a party. After...

  • What We’re Loving: Frances & Francis’ Paper Flowers Gift Box
    Paper flowers have been riding the trend wave for quite some time. Whether their popularity springs from an eco-friendly perspective, a budget-minded point of view, or if it's simply because they’re fun to make at home, there’s no denying...

  • What We’re Loving: iGourmet’s 'Everything for Her' Gift Basket for Mom
    Shopping for your mom is never an easy task, whether it’s for her birthday, Christmas, or Mother’s Day. Why? Well, because your mother deserves the ultimate indulgence to relax and enjoy her day. For some moms that might mean breakfast in bed...

  • 3 Great Derby Day Party Tips From the '21' Club
    Get ready to go to the races — we’re giving you the scoop on how to host a stellar Kentucky Derby party thanks to Manhattan’s timeless restaurant, '21' Club. The restaurant plays hosts to guests in hats of grandeur for their...

  • Let’s Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
    In typical Daily Meal fashion, when there is an occasion ahead, we plan, we cook, we drink — and then, we eat. This has been the case for all major holidays from January to December and back again. With Cinco de Mayo just days away, you can bet we...

  • 10 Bloody Marys Perfect for Mother’s Day Brunch
    With Mother’s Day fast approaching, a family brunch must be on the horizon. Whether that brunch is a breakfast in bed or an afternoon spent with your siblings in the kitchen making a special spread for your mom, brunch on Mother’s Day is...

  • Robert De Niro's High-Maintenance Martini and More Celebrity News
    Take a look where your favorite celebrities wined and dined this week and what went on in their kitchens.  Restaurant Buzz Former couple Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult were spotted having dinner at Los Angeles' Little Door. [JustJared] Anne...

  • How to Create a Piñata at Home
    When we think of Cinco de Mayo, we dream of endless margaritas and a bottomless bowl of guacamole and crisp tortilla chips. Beyond the menu, though, there’s more to a Mexican fiesta than just the fare. What about activities? A piñata is a...

  • 9 Easy Ways to Emulate 'The Great Gatsby'
    Like most of America, we first fell in the love with The Great Gatsby during our high school English class. From the glitz and glamour to the mysterious protagonist, Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel is pure box-office bait. Learn to Party Like Jay Gatsby!...

  • What We’re Loving: Olive & Cocoa’s Celebration Serving Set
    When hosting a party, it’s always best to have the right equipment in order to execute your event with finesse and style. Depending on what kind of occasion you’re hosting, that could mean a number of things — grilling set for an outdoor...

  • Plan a Perfect Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
    Grab your sombrero and stock up on the tequila because Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner. Create the Ultimate Mexican Fiesta with the Culinary Content Network Yes, the year’s biggest Mexican celebration is nearly upon us, and while we’...

  • Raise a Glass to Michael Bublé, Gwyneth Paltrow, the Return of 'Scream,' and More
    Cheers to… Wes Craven, who’s bringing back the '90s cult-favorite Scream to television at MTV. [MTV]  Cheers to… the TIME 100 honorees — everyone from Jay-Z to Jimmy Kimmel to Pope Francis to Justin Timberlake and the...

  • What We’re Loving: The Weekly Roundup 4/22-4/26
    We’ve got warm weather on the brain and it’s showing — this week, if we’re not talking spring and summer weddings, we’ve got beach and picnic dining on our minds. Antiquity Bridal’s Glittered Table Number The...

  • What We’re Loving: Antiquity Bridal’s Glittered Table Number
    When it comes to party hosting, creating a seating arrangement is a rather detailed and tedious task. However, once done, deciding on decorative escort cards and table numbers is where the fun lies. The traditional table number is long gone — in its...

  • Jason Sudeikis and Olivia Wilde Cuddle and Kiss During Dinner and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite famous faces were seen this past week wining, dining, and having a good time. Restaurant Buzz Jay-Z and Beyoncé took daughter Blue Ivy to lunch at Paris' Septime restaurant. [NY Daily News] Jon Hamm and Jennifer...

  • How to Create a Julep Bar for Derby Day
    Between the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo, we’re in full celebration mode over here at The Daily Meal. Right now we want to talk about juleps — and not just the classic mint julep. With the help of Southern Living, we're showing you how...

  • What We’re Loving: Kate’s Paperies’ Watercolor Garden Napkins
    We’re always talking about the best ways to add color to your table, whether it's with gorgeous floral arrangements and centerpieces, or by adding hints of color with dishes, servers, glasses, and pitchers. But something we’ve failed to...

  • 5 Light Sips to Serve on Cinco de Mayo
    May brings about many reasons to celebrate — Mother’s Day, graduation, the Kentucky Derby, Memorial Day, and of course, Cinco de Mayo. Yes, May 5 is a serious excuse to celebrate Mexico in all of its delicious glory with favorites like...

  • Entertain Power Panel of Experts: Signature Appetizers
    When it comes to hosting a party, whether big or small, it’s important to start with a bang.Sure, it’s always a goal to be consistent throughout the night if you’re serving multiple courses at your event, but stunning your guests with a...

  • Introducing the Entertain Power Panel of Experts
    When it comes to entertaining, we do our best to cover all the ins and outs of hosting a successful soirée or dinner. However, when it comes to advice — and hosting advice at that — it’s better to take as many cues from the pros...

  • Meet Gwyneth Paltrow, the Most Beautiful Woman in the World, and Her Favorite Foods
    We know not everyone is a huge Gwyneth Paltrow fan. In fact, she’s one of, if not the top, most hated people in Hollywood, according to Star Magazine.  But whether you love her or love to hate her, she’s apparently liked by some, as she...

  • What We’re Loving: Saarloos + Sons’ Bride and Groom Wine
    Choosing a signature drink is totally optional when it comes to planning your big day. However, having the right wine on hand is entirely non-negotiable. You should consult with your other half and decide what you like, whether it’s a pinot...

  • Gwyneth Paltrow Stopped Eating Red Meat Thanks to Leonardo DiCaprio and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Jennifer Lawrence had breakfast with pals at LA hot spot Tavern. [US]  Carey Mulligan and husband Marcus Mumford went for a stroll and grabbed coffee at La Colombe Torrefaction in Manhattan’s East Village. [Just Jared] ...

  • 3 Wine-Inspired Flower Arrangements for Spring
    With spring in full bloom and our sights now set on the sandy beaches of summer, the colors of the season are on full display .Whether it’s your ingredients in a meal, the fabric of your clothing, or the décor in your home, the colors that...

  • What We’re Loving: Uncommon Goods’ Bamboo Wine Table
    Think about warm-weather dining: If you’re not sitting at an outside table in your backyard or at a café, most of the time when you’re dining outdoors it can get a little uncomfortable, either sitting on the grass in the park or on a...

  • 5 Steps to a Cozy Kitchen
    Although you’re definitely allowed to be a minimalist when it comes to your kitchen, adding special touches to the cooking space can go a long way. Add These Special Touches to Your Kitchen Space! Making the kitchen homey and welcoming is essential...

  • What We’re Loving: West Elm’s Watermelon Obsession
    Watermelon is the word at West Elm. The housewares and lifestyle brand has a bad case of spring fever and is dousing everything from table tops and placemats to picnic baskets and chair cushions in the warm-toned hue. West Elm also has a running "...

  • What We’re Loving: Magnolia Bakery’s Earth Day Cupcake
    You never need a reason to indulge in a cupcake, especially one of Magnolia Bakery’s beloved bites. However, when a prime opportunity to eat a cupcake for a good cause presents itself, you better believe we’re on board with that. Magnolia...

  • Justin Timberlake Drinks Beer and Smokes Cigars at Pal's Wedding and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Tom Brady and wife Gisele Bündchen dined at Manhattan's Extra Virgin and the fans came flocking to greet them. [NY Post] Upon wrapping his upcoming film Shreveport, Ryan Phillippe treated his cast members to lunch at new...

  • What We’re Loving: MamaMade’s Tree Saver Towels
    The debate over paper towels and kitchen towels is a long-standing one. While paper towels may not be the greenest cleaning outlet, they’re one-and-done and by throwing them away you leave any bacteria in the dust. With kitchen towels, you can wash...

  • Jessica Simpson Celebrates Baby Number 2 with a Tom Sawyer-Themed Shower
    This weekend, Jessica Simpson was the lady of the hour at her baby shower, held at Los Angeles' Hotel Bel-Air. Pregnant with baby number two — a boy! — Simpson was in the presence of celebrity pals CaCee Cobb, Jessica Alba, Ken Paves,...

  • 9 Fun Rainy Day Entertaining Ideas
    Rain, rain, go away. Seriously, we’re so over you. Make A Rainy Day A Fun-Filled One at Home! These days, dressing for the insanely unpredictable weather is like playing a game of roulette — your guess for an appropriate outfit is as good as...

  • How to Create a Stellar Eggs Benedict Bar
    We can’t think of a reason why anyone wouldn’t love eggs Benedict, unless of course you just have an aversion to eggs in general. The dish is rich, full of flavor, and there are so many varieties that you can enjoy it for any meal, not just...

  • What We’re Loving : The Weekly Roundup 4/8-4/12
    This week we’re all about the big picture — everything you need for a party, a picnic, and for creating a great spread. Take a look at what we loved this week! Eleni’s HBO Cookies The exclusive line of HBO cookies from Eleni’s, a...

  • What We’re Loving: Eleni’s HBO Cookies
    Can’t get enough of your favorite HBO show? Neither can we. Some of us Daily Meal staffers are die-hard Sex and the City girls (here’s to you, Tyler Sullivan), while others are obsessed with Game of Thrones and True Blood. But the one thing we...

  • Raise a Glass to Kelly Clarkson, Louisville, Ryan Gosling, and More
    It’s been a bit of a quiet week around town, but we’ve managed to conjure up quite a few reasons to raise our glasses. From Ryan Gosling to Carmelo Anthony, see who made the cut. Cheers to… Jay-Z for his open letter — enough said...

  • 6 Sinful Cakes From the Culinary Content Network
    A very wise woman once said, "A party without cake is really just a meeting" — that wise woman was none other than the late, great, wonderful Julia Child. Words from Child should never be ignored, especially in this case. These Clever...

  • Tom Cruise Learned How to Make Steamed Buns and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Jay-Z, Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, and Jake Gyllenhaal watched the NCAA Finals at the 40/40 Club while sipping cognac and eating chicken wings. [NY Daily News] Liam Hemsworth had lunch at Sweetsalt restaurant in Toluca Lake, Calif. [Popsugar]...

  • 8 Tips for Serving Uninvited Guests on the Fly
    Being a seasoned entertainer means many things. Follow These Fool-Proof Tips to Avoid an Entertaining Disaster! It means having a stellar collection of products that are not only essential to hosting successfully but are seasonal and festive. It also...

  • Want to Have an Insanely Expensive Birthday Party?
    For some people, birthdays are a big deal. You know, those friends of yours whose birthdays span a week or a month — we're talking about those people. What do you get, however, when you cross the birthday-obsessed with the affluent? An insanely...

  • What We’re Loving: The Spit Bucket’s Essential Host Kit
    Although not everyone is an oenophile, having wine on your table during a dinner party is essential for those who love a glass with their meal. The Spit Bucket, a brand full of simple and whimsical party solutions, brings together the fun side of wine and...

  • Godiva Chocolate Honors Lauren Bush Lauren and Her School Lunch Program
    On April 10, Godiva, the Belgian-born, Turkish-owned premium chocolate company, invited members of the New York media to celebrate the honorees of its Lady Godiva Program. The program shines a light on "inspirational women" around the world who...

  • Go Green with These 5 Sustainable Party Kits
    Earth Day is just around the corner, coming up on April 22, but it shouldn’t have to be an eco-friendly holiday for us to remind you that going green is great. These Party Kits Are Good For Your Party and For the Earth! Once upon a time you would...

  • 8 Great Pitchers for Entertaining
    Pitchers are to cocktails what servers are to entrées — they're necessities when it comes to entertaining. When hosting a large group, it’s important to make all menu items easily accessible, and that includes beverages. Check Out...

  • 5 Perfect Punch Bowls
    Currently, our feet are firmly planted in spring, but that doesn’t stop our minds from wandering to the gorgeous days of summer. Add These Punch Bowls to Your Entertaining Collection With summer comes outdoor hosting and we’re all about...

  • What We’re Loving: Kate Spade’s Pack-a-Picnic Essentials
    All hail picnic season, the best time of year. There’s no better feeling than kicking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs, and digging into a picnic with pals. This isn’t the first picnic item we've shared this season and it sure...

  • Kristen Stewart Celebrates Her 23rd Birthday and More Celebrity News
    Claire Danes and husband Hugh Dancy had dinner at Pounds & Ounces in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood. [AM NY] Kyle MacLachlan and his wife shared a Porterhouse steak over wine at Strip House in New York City. [AM NY] Robert Pattinson, Vince...

  • Entertaining Is the Word
    For us, entertaining isn’t a trend — it’s here to stay. While we gladly embrace those who are taking a new liking to it, let it be known that we love to celebrate and that’s never changing. In recent months, a new wave of...

  • What We’re Loving: EverlyLaneDesign’s Festive Tassel Garlands
    Let’s step away from the table for one second, because although we love floral and fruit centerpieces, escort cards, and table settings, that’s not all it takes to set the scene at your party. Sure, balloons are festive and fun, but we’...

  • Robert Pattinson’s Star-Studded Night Out
    Who knew this crew of friends existed? We didn’t, that’s for sure. In a surprising twist of events, longtime pals Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson joined Joaquin Phoenix, Robert Pattinson, and… Florence Welch for dinner and a night on the...

  • 10 Terrific Party Mixes to Try at Home
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  • 6 Sweet Treats From the Culinary Content Network to Add to Your Dessert Table
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  • 12 Pin-Worthy Spring Party Favors
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  • The Ultimate Beyoncé and Jay-Z Playlist
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  • Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s 5 Favorite Date Spots
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  • How to Host a Perfect 'Mad Men' Party
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  • What We’re Loving: DAVIDsTEA Spring Collection
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  • 13 Food Quotes Worth Tweeting
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  • What We’re Loving: The Bold Italic’s Dinner Party in a Box
    Do you ever find yourself asking friends to come over for coffee and dessert on a whim after dinner? What about when friends show up unannounced — what happens then? Always be prepared to host a party with this hilarious and uber-clever kit from San...

  • 11 Wacky Ways to Measure Up
    Measuring cups are vital to any home cook — at least for those who try new recipes and follow the steps diligently. Take a Look at These Awesome Measuring Cups! And while we understand the importance of getting a recipe right, we’re swooning...

  • 8 Party-Perfect Peanut Butter and Jelly Ideas
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  • What We're Loving: Red Envelope's Personalized Wine Bucket
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  • 12 Food-Inspired Party Invites
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  • Awesome Wallpaper Fit for Any Food Lover’s Home
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  • What We’re Loving: The Weekly Roundup 3/25-3/29
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  • What We’re Loving: Anthropologie’s Hobnail Pitcher
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  • A Perfect Spring Brunch Menu From the Culinary Content Network
    Spring is in the air here at The Daily Meal — our scarves are coming off (well, some of them at least ), our jackets are getting lighter, and we have bright blooms brightening up our desks. It’s safe to say we’re excited for the new...

  • 11 Trendy Tumblers to Have in Your Cabinet
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  • Kim Kardashian Craves In-N-Out Over Carrots and More Celebrity News
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  • What We’re Loving: The Cutlery Commission’s Personalized Teaspoons
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  • 15 Things to Never Say at the Dinner Table
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  • 6 Cake Cutters We’re Currently Obsessed With
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  • Sweet Songs to Cut Your Wedding Cake To
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  • What We’re Loving: Sisters’ Gourmet Spring Sets
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  • Justin Bieber Announces Plans to Work with Feeding America and More Celebrity News
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  • Adorable Easter Treats Guide
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  • What We’re Loving: Cost Plus World Market’s Grown-Up Easter Baskets
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  • Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel Have a His-and-Hers Night in Las Vegas
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  • How to Build a Seder Plate
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  • 18 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do with Jelly Beans
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  • Justin Timberlake’s HomeMint Collection
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  • What We’re Loving: Sugar and Plumm’s $1,000 Giant Egg Chocolate
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  • Best Food Nail Polish Names
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  • 6 Great Ideas From the Culinary Content Network to Help You Welcome Spring
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  • Cheers to… 3/18-3/22
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  • What We’re Loving: The Weekly Roundup 3/18 to 3/22
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  • What We’re Loving: Better Off Wed’s Best Day Ever Cake Topper
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  • Jamie Oliver Shares His Tips for Easter Entertaining and His Plans for Food Revolution Day
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  • Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson Reunite Over Dinner and More Celebrity News
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  • Food for Your Fingernails
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  • 7 Heavenly Deviled Egg Trays
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  • Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with The Daily Meal
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  • Modern St. Patrick’s Day Songs for Your Party
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  • Classic Irish Songs for St. Patrick’s Day
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  • St. Patrick’s Day-Themed Sips for Your Bash
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  • How to Celebrate Milestone Birthdays
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  • What We’re Loving: Paper Source’s Macaron Wrapping Paper
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  • How to Host a 'Wizard of Oz' Party
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  • What We’re Loving: Canvas’ Dauville Gold Glazed Collection
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  • 8 Adorable Egg Cups for Spring
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  • Raise a Glass to Glee, SXSW, and More
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  • Shia LaBeouf and Girlfriend Have Dinner Date at Olive Garden and More Celebrity News
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  • 6 Green-Themed Bashes
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  • Check out The Daily Meal’s Guide to Thanksgiving
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  • Say Hello to Spring with These Songs
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  • What We’re Loving: Nate Berkus for Target
    If you’re a fan of home guru Nate Berkus, then you’re well aware of his stellar home collection for Target last fall. Well, get excited because Berkus is back with a spring collection for the store and it’s a blend of all things blue,...

  • 15 Ways to Serve Grilled Cheese at Your Bash
    The ooey, gooey, cheesy, crunchy phenomenon that is a grilled cheese sandwich goes way beyond the diner. Serve Up Grilled Cheese in a Bunch of Different Ways While it will always be loved as a cozy comfort food to curl up with on a cold winter day with a...

  • What We’re Loving: Happiness Brewery’s Potions
    If you could go back in time and relive some of your greatest memories, would you? Your first dance, your first kiss, the first time you scored a home run — all of those emotions make up who you are, so how about taking a walk down memory lane? In...

  • Jennifer Aniston’s Connecticut Dining Adventures and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Khloe Kardashian and husband Lamar Odom spotted ex-brother-in-law Kris Humphries at New York City’s Catch restaurant and looked the other way, avoiding any contact. [US] Jenna Dewan-Tatum picked up smoothies from Los Angeles’...

  • A Real Italian Date Night
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  • Create a Cereal Bar at Your Next Brunch Bash
    No matter how old you are, there’s bound to be a place in your heart for cereal. Whether you're 6 years old and on a serious Lucky Charms kick, 18 and snacking on Frosted Mini-Wheats in your dorm room between classes, or 45 and looking for a...

  • What We’re Loving: Kaas GlassWorks' Invitation Trays
    Everyone has a keepsake box; although its form may vary, we know there's somewhere special you keep trinkets and memories from your childhood, past relationships, your kids’ drawings, etc. Saving keepsakes is hard because it’s tough to...

  • The Most Drool-Worthy Oreo-Filled Desserts
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  • 15 Over-the-Top Wedding Cakes
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  • Fun St. Patrick’s Day Treats for Kids
    Sure, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest drinking holidays of the year, but the celebrations don't stop there. In addition to green beer, Shamrock Shakes, and a heaping plate of corned beef and cabbage,. St. Paddy’s Day has some...

  • What We’re Loving: Pottery Barn Kids’ Peter Rabbit Collection
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  • Where to Shop for Your Home
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  • Spotlight: West Elm
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  • 5 On-Screen Kitchens That Were Totally Wasted
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  • Spotlight: Sur La Table
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  • What We’re Loving: The Land of Nod’s 'What’s That Stand For' Stand
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  • 7 Clever Uses for Confetti
    Glitter, sprinkles, confetti — see where we’re going with this? We’re loving the colors that these three items provide and we’re loving their effect on the table, on your plates, and as part of the ambiance of your event or soir...

  • What We’re Loving: TOPS Malibu’s Conversation Table Games
    Hosting a dinner or cocktail party can be stressful for the obvious reasons — prepping, cleaning, shopping, and cooking. Besides doing all those things gracefully, there is always the hurdle of hosting friends that don’t know each other...

  • The Last Hoorah: Oscars 2013 After-Parties Recap
    The biggest night in Hollywood came and went with — let’s face it — not a ton of surprises. Favorites Jennifer Lawrence, Daniel Day-Lewis, Christoph Waltz, and Anne Hathaway took home Oscars’ biggest acting awards while Ben Affleck...

  • Cheers to! 2.18-2.22
    Cheers to… Michelle Obama, who claims her bangs are simply part of her mid-life crisis. [The Daily Beast] Cheers to… the NBA All-Stars champs, the West Coast, and Chris Paul for being named MVP. [NBA] Cheers to… the most buzzed-about...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup 2.18-2.22
    As awards season nears its end, we’re oohing and ahhing over the last bit of themed treats and products. With spring holidays on their way, we’ve uncovered a few new entertaining musts as well. Magnolia Bakery’s Oscars Cupcake Pioneering...

  • What We’re Loving: Magnolia Bakery’s Oscars Cupcake
    As we all get ready to celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night, let’s think about not only the gowns, the gold statues, and the speeches, but what’s on their plates, too! We’ve covered the elaborate Governors Ball menu by Wolfgang Puck...

  • Create an Oscars Best Picture Menu
    It’s not every year that the Oscars has such a hefty collection of stellar films. Sure, there are plenty of worthy Best Picture nominees every year, but they’re not all as amazing as this year’s selection. Serve up Your Favorite Best...

  • Rihanna, Chris Brown Celebrate with Marijuana-Adorned Cake and More Celebrity News
    Before we head into the biggest awards show of the year, let's look back at the week in celebrity sightings.  Restaurant Buzz Jessica Chastain and a slew of Oscar nominees headed to a pre-awards show dinner at The Four Season Hotel's...

  • Create the Ultimate Cheese Board with Pairings
    We don’t think there’s anyone on the planet that doesn’t enjoy cheese. With an endless selection of cheeses — from hard to soft, and sharp and potent to subtle and sweet — there really is a slice for everyone. Although we...

  • Prep Your Home for an Awards Show Bash
    We’re in full Academy Awards mode over here at The Daily Meal. From settling on a fantastic menu to the best cocktails to sip, we’ve been rounding up the best secrets from the experts, and they keep on coming. Raina Seitel, entertainment...

  • What We’re Loving: Sweet’s 'Sweet-In' Ben Affleck Cupcakes
    Let’s face it: Ben Affleck owns this year’s awards season. The media’s obsession with the adorable PDA moments between him and wife Jennifer Garner, the fact that he was snubbed for a Best Director nomination by the Academy Awards, and...

  • Simple Tips for a Stellar Red Carpet Viewing Party
    As the Academy Awards quickly approaches and awards season comes to a close, there is only one way to celebrate and that’s in style. If you’re anything like us here at The Daily Meal, come 3 or 4 p.m., you’ll be ready, cocktail in hand,...

  • The Art of the Kitchen Island
    According to our Recipe editor Will Budiaman, "The kitchen island is the reason that the kitchen is the new family room." We'd have to say he's right.  Think about it — it’s a serious focal point, it's usually where...

  • What We’re Loving: Kipik’s Toothpick Holder
    Cocktail parties are meant for toothpicks with all their cheeses, small plates, and passed dishes. After all, how else can you elegantly eat a mini hot dog dipped in mustard without it dripping all over your face? Having servers, dishes, and flatware on a...

  • Drake Plays Waiter to Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Alicia Keys, and More Celebrity News
    See where your favorite stars relaxed and dined over the long holiday weekend! Restaurant Buzz Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise downed ice cream sundaes at Manhattan's Upper West Side hot spot Sugar and Plumm. [NY Post] Justin Bieber and his buddies dined...

  • What We’re Loving: FredFlare’s Sprinkles Cupcake Scented Candle
    Since today is all about sprinkles — here's a guide on the sweet topping and how to make them at home — we thought why not add a sweet-smelling candle that we’re fawning over to the mix? While I have my own personal source of sugary...

  • The Gorgeous Guide to Sprinkles
    As you may have noticed, we’re very fond of sparkle here at The Daily Meal — we can’t get enough of the pizzazz and drama that glitter, crystals, and rhinestones create in home décor. But we’ve talked enough about glitter....

  • Inside the Presidents' China Cabinet
    While there are quite a number of perks that come with being the president of the United States, you might not consider a seriously stunning and regal set of china one of them, but we do. Take a Stroll Down Memory Lane with These Past Presidential China...

  • The Art of the Cozy Breakfast Nook
    If you are so lucky as to have a breakfast nook in your home, here’s what we have to say to that: We’re jealous. Sure, the pleasure of owning your own home is a treat in itself, but having a cozy corner breakfast nook is just as big a score as...

  • The Art of the Coffee Table
    Home décor is an interesting thing. Obviously, no one household is the same and everyone pulls inspiration from their own experiences and their hobbies, however, trends arise and we are here to report them. Today we’re talking coffee tables...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup 2.11-2.15
    Valentine’s Day has come and gone and now we’re gearing for what’s to come next — President’s Day shopping! While we dig into the big sales of the long weekend, let’s look back at the goodies that we loved this week....

  • What We’re Loving: Sugar Paper’s Recipe Binder
    Have you seen your mom’s book of recipes? What about your grandmother’s? We’re pretty sure it doesn’t look like this one. Los Angeles’ beloved paperie Sugar Paper is known for its stunning letter-pressed stationary and...

  • What We’re Loving: Wine for a Wedding’s Classic Trio
    For any couple — especially newlyweds — celebrating your wedding anniversary is a big-to-do. While there certainly is a rule of thumb when gifting to your husband or wife (i.e. paper on your first anniversary, china on your 20th, etc.), when...

  • What We’re Loving: RedEnvelope’s Heirloom Metal Spoon + Fork
    Milestone occasions are meant for gifts that will be remembered. From weddings to graduations to the arrival of a new baby, a gift that has not only sentiment attached but is also something that can be saved and passed down through the family is a real...

  • Cheers To! 2.11-2.15
    Cheers to... the Constellation Collection, a serious box of decadent chocolates that was curated by 10 Michelin-starred chefs to raise awareness and funds for Share Our Strength. [If Only] Cheers to... Justin Bieber’s stint as a Saturday Night Live...

  • Go Healthier This Valentine’s Day
    As with most holidays, Valentine’s Day is sure to be filled with delicious and caloric dishes and sweets. From chocolates to truffles and five-course dinners, those calories are practically impossible to escape — until now. If you have the...

  • What We’re Loving: Horchow’s Pierced Serveware
    Here’s the difference between cooking for one and serving any meal to a large number of guests: the mess. Whether it’s a causal, intimate affair or a formal dinner, there are destined to be a plethora of plates left for washing. And if you...

  • Justin Timberlake Debuts on Instagram with Suit, Tie, and Pizza, and More Celebrity News
    The Grammys! Mardi Gras! The BAFTAs! Fashion Week! With all the exciting events, see where your favorite celebrities were spotted this week. Restaurant Buzz Kim Kardashian and Kanye West were vacationing in Rio de Janeiro. The couple was spotted dining...

  • NBA All-Star Game Menu
    Fans at home will be watching the NBA All-Star weekend of events, including the dunk contest, the skills contest, the celebrity game, and the big all-star game on Sunday, on their TV screens. However, those lucky fans that are taking in the game...

  • What We’re Loving: il Buco Alimentari & Vineria’s Valentine’s Day Gift Basket
    Try something different this year: nix the pre fixe menu and the flow — well, maybe keep the flowers. Staying in this Valentine’s Day can prove successful if you have the right equipment, and rather than scurrying around to find the perfect...

  • Eat Like Royalty with the Queen of England's Favorite Chocolate
    In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we’ll come out and say it — we’re chocoholics. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be the biggest chocolate-infused holiday for us to admit that; chocolate is just that good. But although we...

  • Willow Road Offered Up Stylish Snacks at Diane von Furstenberg’s Fashion Week After-Party
    Attendees at Diane Von Furstenberg’s Fall/Winter 2013 fashion show on Feb. 10 were transported back in time — to the '70s to be exact. Big hair, bold prints, and some serious loungewear were all the rage. From look to look, the idea of...

  • Take a Bite Out of These 14 Heart-Inspired Cakes
    If you haven’t made restaurant reservations or a plan yet for the evening of Feb. 14, no worries — there’s still plenty of time to get creative in the kitchen for your valentine. Try Your Hand at a Slice of One of these Sweet Cakes!...

  • Chef Michael White Brings His A-Game to MADE Fashion Week
    In between shows during New York Fashion Week, editors, and guests need to grab a bite to eat to recharge before hitting the next event — luckily, there are the go-to haunts for the chic passerby. For American Express cardholders, the experience can...

  • What We’re Loving: Chloe’s Soft Serve Valentine’s Day Pies
    With all the chocolate, decadent desserts, and the surplus of champagne, Valentine’s Day can’t tend to get a bit caloric. For those of us who are still holding strong to our New Year’s pacts, it’s totally OK to consider the holiday...

  • Grammy Awards After-Partying 2013
    Last night’s Grammy Awards were amazing — we don’t know what we liked more, the return of Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z’s hilarious one-liner, or the uber-obvious diss of Harry Styles during Taylor Swift’s performance. While we...

  • 25 Date Nights at Home
    In this age of $15 cocktails and 20-course tasting menus, date night can quickly turn into a spending spree, and many are looking for more affordable alternatives to a fancy night out. Here's a guide to creating fun dates in the comfort of your own...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup 2/4-2/8
    As we type, the snow is starting to seriously fall here in New York, so we’re gearing up to head inside and cozy up under the blankets. While we dive into a weekend filled with hot chocolate and popcorn, we’ll also be mapping out our Valentine...

  • What We’re Loving: Casa Nonna’s 'Casa Nova' Deluxe Dinner Kit
    So apparently, chivalry isn’t dead after all. Though much of dating has turned into texting and drinks after 10 p.m. rather than waiting for a phone call saga and a dinner date, Casa Nonna is proving that there’s hope for courtship after all....

  • Cheers to… 2/4-2/8
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  • Nina Dobrev Loves French Fries and More Celebrity News
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  • Oscar Party Tips From a Celebrity Event Planner
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  • What We’re Loving: Leif’s Gemstone Refrigerator Magnets
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  • How to Host a Bridal Brunch
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  • Have Your Valentine’s Day Date Created for You
    If you’re strapped for time and creativity this Valentine’s Day, don’t fret — there is indeed a silver lining on the horizon. How About We, an online dating destination that was once solely for singles, is now for couples....

  • New York Fashion Week Fall 2013 Hot Spots… If You Can Get In
    Every season, it’s the same story — the same faces, but with new imports, the same designers, but with new trends, the same crowds, but with new hangouts. New York Fashion Week is about to commence and we’ve got the scoop on where the...

  • What We’re Loving: Moët and Chandon’s Valentine’s Day Gift Bag
    Nothing says L-O-V-E like celebrating it with your better half. As we’re nearly a week away from the day of hearts, flowers, and chocolate, we need to toast the day as well, don’t we? Moët & Chandon graces tables at A-list events like...

  • Bradley Cooper, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Mel Gibson Party Together and More Celebrity News
    From Super Bowl partying to pre-Oscar celebrating, your favorite celebrities were out and about wining, dining, and clubbing away this week! Restaurant Buzz Oscar nominees headed to Spago in Beverly Hills for The Hollywood Reporter's bash. Guests like...

  • What Your Favorite Artists Will Be Eating at the 2013 Grammy Awards
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  • The Phantom of the Opera’s Luxe 25th Anniversary Bash
    In its 25 years on Broadway, The Phantom of the Opera has become a classic and a must-see for any aspiring theater aficionado. In honor of its quarter-century celebration, the cast and crew celebrated with a fete for the ages at the New York Public...

  • What We’re Loving: Michelle Bernstein for Havaianas’ Burger Flops
    Once again, food and fashion come together. For those of you are beach bums like we are at The Daily Meal — that is, when it’s weather-appropriate or we’re off on an amazing vacation — you’ve heard of Havaianas. The Brazilian...

  • A Truly Decadent Valentine’s Evening
    Everyone loves a grand gesture. Ladies, you can deny Valentine’s Day in all its forms, but the truth of the matter is, if you walked into a room with floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall flowers and were surprised with a bubble bath, a decadent breakfast...

  • What Are the Top 4 Gifts for Valentine’s Day?
    It’s only nine days until Valentine’s Day and although buying a box of chocolates or sending a dozen roses to your special someone usually doesn’t take nearly a week and a half to prepare for, you might have something else in mind....

  • Choosing a Reception Style
    We've said it before, and we'll say it again — no one wedding is the same. While some couples opt for tremendous weddings with a cocktail hour, a full formal sit-down dinner, and a Venetian hour afterward, others prefer a small intimate...

  • Host a World Nutella Day Bash
    On Feb. 5, the world will be celebrating Nutella, the beloved Italian chocolate hazelnut spread — it’s very much deserving of celebration, don’t you think? If you’re wondering how World Nutella Day came to be, the idea came from an...

  • What We’re Loving: Williams-Sonoma’s 'Flavors of Morocco' Collection
    Let’s take a journey to the vibrantly colored markets of Marrakech, let’s take a stroll through traditional Fez and have a culinary experience that’s like no other, let’s head to… Williams-Sonoma. Wait, what? All month long...

  • Valentine’s Day by the Numbers
    With Valentine’s Day just 10 days away, it’s time to finalize your plans. If that means making reservations for you and your girlfriends, your buddies, your wife, fiancée, or whoever is in your life, time is running out. Before you call...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup
    Here we are — the big game weekend. While we’ve certainly loved a whole bunch of goodies that will be ideal for Super Bowl hosting, we’ve loved a bunch of great items that are ideal for what lies ahead, like Valentine’s Day and the...

  • What We’re Loving: Queen City Cookies’ 'Downton Abbey' Gift Collection
    It’s no secret that Downton Abbey’s fans span from England to the U.S. — and though they’re a season ahead of us across the pond, U.S. viewers are still ecstatic over the series. If you or your friends host a themed gathering every...

  • Cheers to! 1.28-2.1
    Super Bowl weekend is finally here! As we gear up to root for our favorite team and cook menus fit for ultimate sports fans and friends, let’s take a quick look back at the week to see who and what was buzzworthy. Cheers to… Rihanna standing...

  • Leonardo DiCaprioTakes a Break From Acting, Parties With Jonah Hill and More Celebrity News
    As we head into Super Bowl weekend, let's see where your favorite stars were spotted this week! Restaurant Buzz Friends and editors at Glamour magazine toasted their February cover girl, actress Zooey Deschanel, at West Hollywood’s new spot...

  • What Oscar Winners Will Eat at the 2013 Governors Ball
    With awards season well underway and most of the ceremonies under our belts (see you later Golden Globes, you too SAG Awards), now it’s onto the main event: the Academy Awards. See what chef Wolfgang Puck is serving up at the 2013 Governor's...

  • What We’re Loving: Evite Postmark’s Oscar Collection
    If you’re anything like my sister, who’s been hosting her annual Oscar soirée for six years and counting, you take the Academy Awards pretty seriously. From a themed menu to a signature cocktail (we’re thinking "ARGOf*...

  • Little Muenster's Cheesy Tips for Super Bowl Sunday
    We’ve talked you through a ton of ways to celebrate this Super Bowl Sunday, from a classic NOLA bash and a ladies-only soirée to a full-on frozen foods-inspired menu, but what about one-off menus from your favorite dining spot? For New...

  • Kim Kardashian's Crazy Pregnancy Cravings and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Charlize Theron and a gal pal headed to Tortilla Republic in West Hollywood for dinner. The duo shared huarache hongos (mushroom) flatbread, housemade guacamole, and jalapeño margaritas. [People] Both Steven Tyler and Vince...

  • The Adorably Sweet Valentine’s Day Treats Guide
    No matter your age—getting something sweet on Valentine’s Day is rather—er, sweet, isn’t it? Take a bite out of these sweet and delightful treats! You can take a positive or negative stance on the day, we don’t care your...

  • What We’re Loving: Chandon for Sephora Lip Gloss
    When getting together with your girlfriends this Valentine’s Day, you’ll get a sweet surprise when you purchase the right bubbly for the night. In partnership with LVMH sister brand Sephora, Chandon will be offering the co-branded lip gloss...

  • Host a 'Ladies-Only' Super Bowl Bash
    Here’s the thing about hosting a Super Bowl party — everything is always geared toward men, with man-friendly menu items like wings and pizza, and kegs of beer and rounds of beer pong. We ladies enjoy the fare, but would like a feminine touch...

  • A Super Bowl Party with Purpose
    As Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaches, we’re scurrying around prepping and shopping, but before we decide on our menu items and start cooking, let’s make a quick addition — let’s add a good cause to our party planning. This year...

  • Valentine’s Day Idea: Sur La Table’s Romantic Cooking Classes
    Here’s the thing about Valentine’s Day: you either love it or you hate it. The hopeless romantics out there are hoping for chocolates, flowers, and or a nice couple’s activity like dinner or a spa day from your other half. For those on...

  • Target’s Brilliant Everyday Collection Food and Fashion Show
    It’s nearly impossible that you’ve missed these commercials for Target’s new Everyday Collection since they’re essentially on every channel every 15 minutes, but if you have, let’s bring you up to date. The commercials...

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  • The SAG Awards’ After-Parties Recap
    The SAG Awards are a unique celebration, and for most actors a SAG award is the most coveted honor of award season. Why? Because the winners are selected by actors voting for their peers — making it all the more meaningful. Viewers were left seeing...

  • SAG Awards Dinner Menu
    The SAG Awards is one of the only awards ceremonies (along with the Golden Globes) where the guests are treated to dinner, so let's dive into the food During the awards ceremony, nominees and guests were treated to a menu by Lucques chef Suzanne Goin...

  • What We’re Loving: Spoonful of Comfort’s Soup-er Bowl Package
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  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup
    As we take a nose dive into the weekend, we’re looking back on the short week. With a surplus of things on our minds — Super Bowl, the flu, and Valentine’s Day — the things we loved seemed to take steps in many directions! See What...

  • What We’re Loving: 4 River Smokehouse’s Pitmaster Kit
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  • Cheers to! 1/21-1/26
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  • Super Bowl Statistics: How Do You Like to Celebrate the Game?
    As we quickly approach the one-week countdown for Super Bowl Sunday, we’re scurrying to finish up our menus, finalize our sauces, and divvy up the appetizers among guests. Are you playing games? Are you doing hosting a potluck? Are you catering? The...

  • Beyoncé Resurfaces at a New Orleans Restaurant and More Celebrity News
    As we head into another awards show weekend, (hello, SAG Awards!) we recap the week that was filled with Sundance, Paris Couture Week sightings, and more.  Restaurant Buzz After her lip synching controversy at the inauguration, Beyoncé...

  • Donatella Arpaia Talks Valentine’s Day
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  • Couture Tablescapes: Designer China Collections
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  • Celebrate National Pie Day!
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    Restaurant Buzz To celebrate the announcement of their new tour, members of 98 Degrees, New Kids on the Block, and Boyz II Men headed to New York City's Sons of Essex, where they wined and dined while listening to old-school hip hop. [...

  • Tips for a Sweet Valentine’s Day from Matthew David Hopkins
    We’re getting closer to Valentine’s Day, and whether you approach the day with an eye roll or with open arms, it’s almost upon us. For those of you who are looking to set the scene and do something special for your valentine this year,...

  • What We’re Loving: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams' Influenza Sorbet
    It seems everyone and their mother has the flu, had the flu recently, or is one more cough away from getting it. It’s inevitable — it’s just that time of the year. In between sniffles, bottomless cups of tea, and chicken soup, we’...

  • What We’re Loving: Le Crueset’s Heart Casserole
    This Valentine’s Day, we’re thinking you should go without the overpriced restaurant with the fancy pre fixe menu and just cook a meal for two at home. While it will certainly show off your cooking chops (if all goes well!), it’s also a...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup
    We’ve been running the What We’re Loving column for quite some time now, and while we have seen success in our page views, pins, and rave reviews, this week brought real excitement. You all went crazy over our Wednesday pick, the Crock-Pot...

  • What We’re Loving: La Tavola Linens' Dolce Collection
    As you know, we’re big fans of all things that sparkle and shine — hello, glitter guide! — so it's definitely not a shock that we are not just loving, but in love with, the sequined table linen collection at La Tavola. As one of the...

  • Cheers to!
    As we look forward to the long weekend and the exciting things it will bring — NHL! Fringe! Sleeping! — let’s look back at the past week and who and what we’re toasting to. Cheers to… Michelle Obama’s bangs. Here...

  • Kate Upton, Stacey Keibler Shine at Las Vegas Restaurant Opening
    TGIF! As we say hello to a long weekend, let's take a look back at where celebrities were seen wining, dining, and having a good time.  Restaurant Buzz Stacy Keibler, Maria Menounos, Ashley Greene, and Kate Upton went to the grand opening of...

  • What We’re Loving: The GO Plate
    We’ll admit that this product is a little eccentric; however, you can’t deny its utility. If you’re hosting a rowdy bunch of football fans this Super Bowl Sunday, you’ll thank us when there aren’t dirty plates lying around...

  • What We’re Loving: Old Wood Market Place’s Tequila Buffet
    When you think of the word “buffet,” you’re obviously envisioning a surplus of food—whether it be at a party, event, or a Las Vegas casino. However, The folks over at Old Wood Market Place have a completely different idea of the...

  • John Besh’s Tips for a New Orleans-Style Super Bowl Bash
    As a New Orleans native, Besh knows a thing or two about hosting a classic NOLA style bash and just in time for the big game It’s safe to say that John Besh knows a good thing or two about how to host a classic Southern dinner party. The New...

  • Kate Bosworth has a Roaring 20s Surprise Partyand more Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Drew Barrymore and husband Will Kopelman toasted Barrymore's new cosmetics line, Flower Beauty, at New York City's Willow Road. [US] Kate Bosworth's fiance Michael Polish threw her a surprise Roaring 20s themed 30th birthday...

  • Talking Event Trends with Matthew David Hopkins
    Planning a party is no easy task — just ask any event planner or coordinator. Not only is bringing an idea to life a long and often arduous task when you consider all of the factors that go into hosting a large event or wedding, but being forward...

  • What We’re Loving: Crock-Pot Triple Dipper
    Here’s the thing about dips — you’re always going to have to refill the bowl at some point, especially if you’re hosting a pretty big group of people. If you’re making a hot dip like bean, spinach and artichoke, or a pizza...

  • Who Takes the Cake? 10 Insanely Expensive Cakes
    A classic white sponge cake consists of eggs, sugar, flour, and water, so how is it that when you’re planning your wedding day or throwing a huge soiree that a cake can get to be thousands, even millions of dollars? These cakes are the epitome of...

  • Best Frozen Foods for a Super Bowl Party
    It's coming and it's coming fast — the Super Bowl is officially three weeks away. For some of us that's a saddening thought, because either our beloved team didn't make the cut or we're dreading the end of the NFL season, but the...

  • What We’re Loving: Cuisipro’s Ice Cream Sandwich Maker
    Whoever says that ice cream is merely a summertime escape from the hot weather is seriously mistaken. While cuddled under blankets and watching a movie, you can usually find yours truly with a pint of ice cream in hand — I’m pretty sure I...

  • A Jazz Brunch Fit for Entertaining
    If you're planning a party, there are a lot of factors to consider. What kind of ambiance are you looking to achieve? Who are you hosting? What sort of fare are you craving? When it comes to a brunch, the most important features are comfort, location...

  • Celebrities 'Toast for a Change' at the Golden Globes
    A-list celebrities were doing more than dishing on who designed their couture while walking the red carpet. Moët & Chandon, the official champagne of the Golden Globes, reignited their "Toast for a Cause" campaign for the fourth year....

  • The Golden Globes After-Party Adventures
    We’re still swooning over the dream-team duo of Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, the adorableness of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, the tear fest that was Jodie Foster’s speech, and the amazing barely-there dress record that Jennifer Lopez rocked....

  • Wedding Statistics: Everything From When You Said 'I Love You' to Destinations and Colors
    If there's one thing we’ve learned, it’s that no one wedding is the same. If you didn’t know that already, take a look at this infographic entitled "The Road to Wedded Bliss" from wedding stationary pros Wedding Paper Divas...

  • Cheers To … 1.7-1.11
    Lots of things to toast to, so let’s just skip the small talk and get to business. BIG time cheers to... The resurfacing of Adele — and baby! — for an appearance at the Golden Globes. [People Style Watch] Cheers to… Beyonc...

  • Ryan Gosling Is a Knife and Girl Scout Cookie Salesman and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant  Buzz Holly Madison indulged in a red velvet cupcake at West Hollywood's The Milk Shoppe. [Hollywood Life] Blake Lively and husband Ryan Reynolds dined at Nobu 57 in New York City. [People]  John Legend and a few buddies headed...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup 1.7-1.11
    And we’re back! The first full week of work post-holidays has come and gone, and though we should be still be talking diet plans and gym memberships, our hearts — er, minds — are elsewhere. We’ve got romance on the mind. If you...

  • What We’re Loving: Sur La Table's Chicago Metallic Conversation-Heart Cookie Cutters
    Ah, Valentine’s Day. Whether you love it or hate it, it’s quickly approaching. If you’re anything like me, the day is yet another perfect opportunity to shower loved ones with just that — love and affection. Whether you’re 5...

  • What We’re Loving: Wedding Paper Divas' Wedding Party Collection Invitations
    There are tons of occasions that call for celebration during your engagement, and most of these celebrations don't require you to play host, with the exception of one: the bridal brunch. This get-together obviously isn’t something that everyone...

  • 5 Awesome Chip and Dip Platters
    If you’re not counting down to the Super Bowl by now, lose our number — we don’t know you. We’re in full game day mode, prepping ourselves and you for the ultimate Super Bowl bash. Here are our five favorite chip and dip sets But...

  • What the Celebrities Will Be Eating at the 70th Annual Golden Globes
    Get ready, get set — awards season is just days away! While we’re looking forward to the gowns, our gorgeous men in tuxes — hello Ben, Leo, Matt — we’re interested in the menu as well. The Globes are the only awards show that...

  • Host Your Own Golden Globes Viewing Party
    As it is every awards season, we are ready to drool over couture, swoon over amazing acceptance speeches — "just a few more seconds!" — and wish we were there to revel in all of the fun of after-parties, champagne, and schmoozing...

  • What We’re Loving: Godiva’s Gold Ballotin
    Grace the tables of your Golden Globes bash with Godiva We’re only days away from the official start of awards season and all that it brings with it — the red carpet, the gowns, the gorgeous nominees, and of course the parties. While we have...

  • Unique and Chic Escort Cards
    Ah, creating the seating chart, how fun of an activity — not. Here are a few ways to show your guests to their seats. If you ask any couple — engaged, just married, or married a lifetime — they’ll tell you that the two biggest...

  • Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Dine in London and More Celebrity News
    Lots of drama this week! With the split of Hollywood's most buzzed-about couples, Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift and Harry Styles, everyone is on the lookout for sightings. See where Styles was spotted eating this week, as well as...

  • What We’re Loving: Rablabs' Kiva Platters
    Entertaining is all about serving the masses, whether you’re hosting a group of four or 400. And while a tremendous part of preparing for a large party is deciding what’s on the menu, half the battle is presentation as well. We’ve shared...

  • A Bubble Bath Date Menu
    It’s freezing outside and you’re in need of a warm, cozy comfortable retreat — where to head? Back under the covers? In front of the fireplace? No, no, this time, you’re stepping into the bathtub — and you’re not alone...

  • You're Engaged! Now What?
    It’s been 172 days since I got engaged and I’m still buzzing with giddiness over talk of hemlines, tulle, and choosing the perfect honeymoon destination. However, if you’ve just said "yes!" I know how you’re feeling...

  • It’s Game Time: The Road to Super Bowl XLVII
    Sports fans have waited all year for this and now it’s nearly here — the Super Bowl, the most popular game day of the year, the mecca of all tailgating festivities, and the most "wingtastic" of all wing-filled days is almost upon us...

  • DIY: Football-Themed Cupcakes
    A perfect Super Bowl party consists of three must-haves: a good game, great commercials, and even better grub. With the big game less than a month away, it’s time to get your juices flowing with ideas for how to create a dish or dessert that not...

  • What We’re Loving: West Elm’s Heart Pad-Printed Bowls
    While we’re cooling down from the rush of the holiday season and hot on the heels of Valentine’s Day, we couldn’t stop ourselves from falling in love with these subtle and sweet heart-printed bowls from West Elm. At only $8 each, snag a...

  • What We’re Loving: The Roundup
    Hello, 2013! With you comes the opportunity of a fresh start, a clean slate — and 365 days to choose a new product that we’re are absolutely loving and want to share with all of you. As we get excited for the days ahead, let’s take a...

  • What We’re Loving: The Stationary Studio’s Personalized Recipe Box
    We’re big on gift giving here at The Daily Meal. Even though the biggest gift-giving season is over, we’re still pumping out ideas and always looking for a great find for that special someone. The Stationary Studio has the ideal gift for the...

  • Taylor Swift and Harry Styles Dine During Another Vacation and More Celebrity News
    As we head into the first weekend of the new year, let’s look at where our favorite A-listers headed during the break. Restaurant Buzz Lindsay Lohan dined at London’s Nozomi restaurant on Jan. 2.[US] Paul McCartney, his wife Nancy, and Liam...

  • Host a Traditional 'Downton Abbey' Party
    If you’re like us, you’re giddy with excitement over the season premiere of Downton Abbey. While we are conjuring up our own answers to last season’s big finale cliff-hangers — shame on you if you've cheated watched season...

  • 11 Great Winter Dates
    Winter is fully upon us, and as these days we’re buried under three layers of clothes when we travel to and from our homes, we are forced to think creatively about how to spend time with our better halves other than sitting at home under the covers...

  • Must-Try DIY for 2013
    As we continue to grow here at The Daily Meal, the number of our Pinterest followers continues to climb as well. And though we like to think that we’re adventurous  andadventurous and wise when it comes to our areas of expertise — cooking...

  • What We’re Loving: Bon Appétit’s Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set
    Hosting a large group of people can be a hassle in itself, but prepping for such an event in your home is an even bigger task, which is why you should be equipped with the right tools. Bon Appétit’s chefs are fully aware of what chefs need in...

  • Meet Prince Charming for Brunch at The New York Palace Hotel
    Ever dream of being a princess? Now’s your chance. If you haven’t heard the big news already, then let us spread the excitement: Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is making its first-ever debut on Broadway. Though the show doesn’...

  • The Art of the Table Number
    In recent years, mapping out a seating chart for an event — whether it’s a wedding, a bar mitzvah, a sweet 16, or even a gala — has climbed to another level. No longer are tables graced with just an average go-to catering hall plastic...

  • What We’re Loving: Mastrad’s Macaron Bake Set
    Yes, it’s Jan. 2 and we should be talking about ways to be healthy — and we will! — but seeing as how the macaron continues to be a popular sweet, there’s no reason to not take a cue from the French and make them at home. Thanks to...

  • Zooey Deschanel Is a Prepared Baker and More Celebrity News
    Happy New Year! As we settle into our new resolutions and long to-do lists, let's take a peek back and see what the A-listers were up to during the holidays.  Restaurant Buzz You Tube sensation Psy celebrated his 34th birthday with a three-tiered...

  • What We’re Loving: Crate & Barrel’s Global Bites Appetizer Plates
    An appetizer in the United States isn’t quite the same as an appetizer in, say, Japan, Mexico, or Italy.  While we like to snack on sliders and truffle fries before heading into the main course, sushi, tortillas, and dim sum might be on the...

  • Serve Up Casseroles for New Year’s Day
    As we head into the last few hours of 2012, let’s get ourselves prepped for not only the big night, but the morning after. Before a night full of festivities and drinking, it’s wise to prep for breakfast or brunch today, so that when you wake...

  • What We’re Loving: Pommery Brut Royal
    We’ll admit it—we’re counting down the minutes until 2013. There’s something about the glitter, the romance, and the chance of starting on a clean slate—and not to mention, the endless champagne. Champagne is pretty much the...

  • A Guide on Glitter
    Throughout the year—colors are assigned their obligatory holiday. Red and green for Christmas, blue and white for Hannukah, pastels for Easter, black and orange for Halloween, etc.—what’s are the colors for New Year’s Eve? Gold,...

  • Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis' Dining Adventures and More Celebrity News
    Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis dined at farm-to-table restaurant Prasino in Chicago. The couple shared a prime rib skillet and Florentine crepes amongst other dishes. [E!]  The couple also dined with Kutcher's family at a Red Lobster in Iowa. [US...

  • Celebrities and Their Favorite Champagne
    Nothing says celebration like the popping of a champagne cork—and no one knows how to party like celebrities. With their deep pockets, A-list status, and exclusivity, they can get down like it’s going out of style. See which bottles your...

  • What We’re Loving: Padma Lakshmi's Easy Exotic Handcrafted Teapot
    Sure the holidays maybe over, but there are 364 other days to shop for the people  in your life. Whether it’s a housewarming, a birthday, a shower, a wedding, or just because—there’s always a gift to give and someone to make feel...

  • The Year in Entertain 2012
    It’s December 27th which basically means all thoughts of holiday are pushed out of our brains and we’re on the fast track thinking about the New Year. However, before we map out our weight loss plans and fill our planners with parties and...

  • What We’re Loving: Marchesa for Lenox
    Alright, we’re going to go there—some things are really just worth spending the money for. While we’re not the group that’s going out and buying white truffles by the pound and buying the season’s newest Louboutins—we...

  • Rihanna and Chris Brown Sip Beers on Christmas and More Celebrity News
    While we're sitting here in our mostly-empty office, here's a little holiday cheer as we recap what your favorite celebrities did over the holidays. Here's the big news: Rihanna and Chris Brown spent Christmas together over beers and popcorn....

  • Recreate Armani Ristorante’s Inspired Centerpiece
    Often designed by Armani Fiori, the floral arm of the iconic design house, the centerpieces at New York City's Armani Ristorante are visually stunning and simply elegant — and are often buzzed about after leaving the table. A centerpiece makes...

  • Armani Ristorante’s Tips for Cheese and Wine Pairings
    Don't stress out while planning your menu for when you are hosting guests this holiday season. If you’re looking to create an ideal spread of cheeses and wines to complement each other, look no further than New York City's Armani Ristorante...

  • What We’re Loving: Luna Bazaar’s Favor Boxes
    It’s no surprise that the trend of food party favors is still all the rage. And while we’ve covered the topic a ton in the past, we’ve never talked about the wrapping. A gift isn’t a gift without the presentation. With Luna...

  • Live Like a Celebrity: Anne Hathaway Edition
    Recently we’ve given you an overview of the lives of two of Tinseltown’s favorite actors, Robert Pattinson and Bradley Cooper, by explaining how to cook, drink, eat, party, and travel like them. Sadly, though, we can’t teach you how to...

  • Party Like Anne Hathaway
    We’ll say this again: Anne Hathaway is incredible. Whether you love her, hate her, or love to hate her, you have to acknowledge that her enthusiasm is contagious. The Les Miserables actress has been seen in the front row at major fashion shows,...

  • Kate Upton Models in a Bikini with a Giant Oreo and More Celebrity News
    Less than a week away until Christmas! Where does that leave our favorite celebrities? Out shopping instead of dining, that’s where! See what everyone was up to this week. Restaurant Buzz Katie Holmes and daughter Suri Cruise celebrated Holmes...

  • What We’re Loving: Wantful
    So who’s the difficult person to shop for in your life? Your mom? Sister? Fiancé? We know there’s someone. Hey! Is it you? Well, toss that notion to the wind and meet Wantful, the never-fail gift guide for the tricky recipient on your...

  • Foods to Avoid Before Your New Year’s Kiss
    With only four days left before the New Year’s Eve—we’re not thinking about champagne and confetti, we’re thinking about the kiss. Yes, the big K-I-S-S at midnight. It’s been said that if you fail to smooch someone at the...

  • What We’re Loving: Kate Spade’s Tequila Is Not My Friend Bag
    We’ve all been there the morning after a long night out. Your head is spinning, your mouth is dry — it’s safe to say you’re hungover. How did you get here? Hmm, let’s see, it may have something to do with the 11 glasses of...

  • Festive Tablescaping From Sabrina Soto
    As we’re just a week away from Christmas, we need to hone in on preparations for the big holiday. While we’ve already covered decorations, menus, and tons of gifts, let’s talk about setting the table. With the holidays, it gets...

  • How to Host a TV Viewing Party
    Last night we said farewell to our beloved Gossip Girl, the show that pushed boundaries and broke hearts, and — spoiler alert — the finale was amazing. Take a cue from us on how to host a TV viewing party! But before Chuck and Blair got...

  • Gossip Girl’s New York City Hot Spots
    Through all the drama-filled bashes, the mix-up masquerades, and the drunken debauchery that occurs wherever Chuck Bass goes, there have been many New York nightlife hot spots that have been on the Gossip Girl radar since season one. Even in high school...

  • A 'Gossip Girl' Viewing Party Playlist
    I’m not going to lie to you and say that I’m not sitting here typing away with a Jennifer Behr headband on my head, sky-high heels on my feet, and my best Blair Waldorf outfit on. I wouldn't be dressed any other way, as tonight is the last...

  • What We’re Loving: 'Style Me Pretty Weddings'
    While there are plenty brides at any given time of the year, it’s safe to say that it's not just brides-to-be who are pouring over wedding websites and bridal magazines — let’s face it, the allure of a white gown, a gorgeous...

  • What We’re Loving: The Weekly Roundup
    OK shoppers, listen up — as we end the week, we’re just about getting to the procrastinator’s time of the year for shopping. Yes, you last-minute people, we’re talking to you! In any case, while you’re busy with work, life,...

  • What We’re Loving: Neiman Marcus’ 'Cheers' Dessert Plates
    All right, all right, we’re ahead of ourselves a bit, but these "cheers" dessert plates from Neiman Marcus aren’t only for New Year’s Eve, right? Sure, they would make a perfect addition to any host or hostess’...

  • End-of-the-World Party Tips From Beaumarchais
    Known for their delectable French cuisine, glamorous parties, and outrageous weekend brunches, New York City's Beaumarchais doesn't skimp on the holidays. The brasserie is famous for indulging in all things excess, from its decadent menu to its...

  • Cheers To…12/10-12/14
    As we head into the weekend after a long, drawn-out week, we’re ready to raise a glass to those who deserve it — and believe us, there are quite a few. Cheers to… The New York Knicks, yet again. The Miami Heat, the Brooklyn Nets, and...

  • Gwyneth Paltrow Attempts to Stuff Her Face with Marshmallows and More Celebrity News
    Kristen Stewart lunched at Sarabeth's in New York City's Tribeca neighborhood. [People] Jamie Foxx, Leonardo Dicaprio, Ne-Yo and 50 of Foxx's closest pals partied over cocktails and birthday cake at New York City's Avenue for the actor...

  • Ladies and Gentlemen, Please Welcome the New Entertain Channel
    If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s the news — we got made over and are looking better than ever, if we do say so ourselves. Behold the new Entertain channel, equipped with everything you need to throw a bash, set a table, plan a wedding...

  • What We’re Loving: Crème Delicious’ Henna-Inspired Cakes
    We’ve seen our fair share of elaborate cakes — from sugar castles to never-ending fondant fairy tales — however, when we laid eyes on these henna creations from New York City’s Crème Delicious, we were floored. Does it get...

  • Taylor Swift Celebrates Her Birthday with Harry Styles in England
    OK, it’s official now: Taylor Swift and One Direction heartthrob Harry Styles are vacationing together in England’s Lake Windermere area. The couple, who arrived in Swift’s private jet, is taking a break to celebrate her 23rd birthday,...

  • What We’re Loving: Pimlott & Co.’s Christmas Party Crackers
    As you know, we’re kind of obsessed with party crackers and how they can really bring a party to life. Now, Pimlott & Co. is back with their Christmas crackers and we’re obviously hooked. One hundred percent handmade, each cracker is...

  • Amanda Seyfried Loves Whiskey and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Jennifer Garner and son Samuel headed to Satsuma Café in New Orleans. [People] No more dieting for Jessica Simpson. The star, who lost 60 pounds post pregnancy as part of her Weight Watchers deal, had a grilled cheese and some onion...

  • Christmas Tunes for Kids
    We’ve done classic, we’ve done today’s popular tunes, and now we’re going nostalgic and bringing you the ultimate list of Christmas songs for kids. These are the songs that, when you hear them, bring you right back to your...

  • What We’re Loving: Kate Spade’s Grace Avenue Napkin Rings
    While there are plenty of things brides may agree on — venues, having a DJ instead of a band, photo styles, etc. — there is one thing that will always be individual to the person: the china. Which china and dinnerware sets you choose, from...

  • Say Hello to Anne Hathaway’s Vegan Boots
    OK, this never happens — and I mean never — but I made a fashion faux pas. I was convinced the "bondage boots" that Anne Hathaway wore to the Les Miserables premiere that have the Internet abuzz this afternoon were for sure vintage...

  • The Daily Meal’s Guide to Gift Baskets and Boxes
    We’ve all had the problem of finding the perfect gift for that special person in our lives — whether it’s our mom, mother-in-law, or neighbor, some people are just a bit too hard to shop for. These boxes and baskets will have you wishing...

  • Classic Christmas Songs
    All right, we’ll admit we’re into pop music and like the sounds of boy bands and pop divas, however, like a good cashmere sweater, classic songs remain relevant years after they hit it big. For instance, a Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin...

  • The Ultimate Pop Holiday Playlist
    Face it, it’s the holiday season, and whether you’re Christmas shopping, grocery shopping, in the car, or at a restaurant, there’s Christmas music e-v-e-r-y-w-h-e-r-e. If you have kids or just are into pop music, then we’re sure...

  • What We’re Loving: G.H. Cretors’ Chicago Mix Popcorn
    With party season in full force, it’s time to embrace easy entertaining foods that are hassle-free and full of flavor. For Claire Cretors, her ultimate go-to party snack is popcorn — it runs in her blood. Cretors' great-grandfather was the...

  • Hanukkah Table Musts
    Saturday, Dec. 8 is the first night of Hanukkah this year, and whatever traditions your family has — whether it’s making dozens of latkes, giving funny gifts to family members each night, or having a big, jelly donut-filled breakfast, you...

  • Cheers to…
    Although we are still buzzing from the announcement of the royal baby earlier this week, there are still plenty of other things that deserve a raised glass as well. If we missed a person or event, sound off in the comments or tweet at us @TheDailyMeal! He...

  • What We’re Loving: The Weekly Roundup
    We’re in full-blown entertaining mode this week, and if we pooled together all of our What We’re Loving items this week, we’d be ready for a bash. It’s definitely impossible to decide on a favorite — but those Band of...

  • What We’re Loving: AHAlife’s Perla 2-Piece Beverage Server
    When you're hosting the masses, you have to think in mass quantities — five dozen shrimp cocktails, six cases of beer, eight loaves of bread, etc. — which is why it’s great to have serving ware fit for large groups as well. This...

  • Taylor Swift and Harry Styles Have a Dinner Date and More Celebrity News
    As we head into the weekend, the only thing we have to say is, we're still not convinced about Taylor Swift and Harry Styles, no matter how many dates they may go on.  As for everything else that happened, read on! Restaurant Buzz Kim Kardashian...

  • Chic Kid Eats at 'Sophie and the City: Grand Central Escapades' Premiere
    We love Sophie. We loved her first adventure and now we’re super excited that the second book, Sophie and the City: Grand Central Escapades is out and features a wonderful adventure back to the Roaring Twenties. Follow Sophie as she meets everyone...

  • A Jewish Christmas Eve
    Massachusetts' Lumière restaurant is sticking to tradition this Christmas Eve — they’re serving up Chinese food. As many Jewish families do, the restaurant has created a Chinese menu for Christmas Eve, a holiday — though big...

  • The 2013 Pantone Color of the Year Is…
    Coming off a strong year with Tangerine Tango, Pantone has released their 2013 Color of the Year: emerald. The jewel-tone shade is a favorite in the fashion world, as it's gorgeous on certain fabrics like chiffon and satin. Technically, the hue is...

  • What We're Loving: BHLDN’s Two Cents Coasters
    Remember those awful guest interviews on your parents’ wedding video where everyone gave their well-wishes and their advice to the happy couple? Yeah, no one does that anymore. These days, guest books come in all shapes and sizes, from photo booth...

  • 25 Party Foods Worth Your Attention
    As we try to get over the "hump" of our week, we can’t help but notice that our monthly calendar is jam-packed with holiday dinners and parties. And we bet you’re in the same boat. If you're planning a bash of your own, we’...

  • What We’re Loving: Jonathan Adler’s Bold Place Settings
    Meet Jonathan Adler, the quirky potter who brought a bit of whimsy and color into home décor. If you take a gander into any one of Adler’s shops or his online store, you’ll find a plethora of tricked-out patterns, independent brands,...

  • Katy Perry Creating a New Popchips Flavor and More Celebrity News
    What's up with our favorite celebrities this week? Well, Kate Middleton is pregnant, but there's no food news there, so we're left with the excitement of new pals Mindy Kaling and Reese Witherspoon. Read on for more highlights! Restaurant Buzz...

  • Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux Hosted a Tree-Trimming Party
    Looks like Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux are on the same page as we are here at The Daily Meal — we trimmed our trees within a day of each other. While we’re pretty sure our tree-trimming was far more fabulous, with our food-centric...

  • What We’re Loving: Band of Outsiders Cookie Cutters
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  • Spend the Holidays with The Daily Meal
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  • What We’re Loving: Charles Fradin’s Illustrated Recipe Boxes
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  • What We’re Loving: Joss & Main’s Limited-Edition Celebrity Holiday Trays
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  • The Daily Meal's 2012 Holiday Gift Guide
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  • What We’re Loving: Pottery Barn’s 12 Days of Christmas Serveware Collection
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  • Create a Thanksgiving Leftover Brunch with Tips From the Pros
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  • What We’re Loving: Mackenzie-Childs’ Tannenbaum Treat Jars
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  • Gift Idea: Thanksgiving Leftovers Baskets
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  • Outrageous Pie Roundup
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  • Pie Expert Chats About Great Pies and Traditions
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  • What We’re Loving: Red Envelope’s Personalized Pie Dish
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  • Martin Scorsese's A-List Birthday Party and More Celebrity News
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  • The Daily Meal’s Guide to Thanksgiving Treats
    If you’re not hosting the biggest eating holiday of the year this time around, you’re going to want to bring a gift. And whether that gift is a nice bottle of wine or a homemade pie, it’s the thought that counts. We have a sweet spot for...

  • Emeril Lagasse Shares His Thanksgiving Traditions and Tips
    Being a chef can be exhausting, and so being a chef, a restaurateur, a television personality, an entrepreneur, a husband, and a father can take a toll on a man, but not chef Emeril Lagasse. Known for his bold personality in the kitchen (who could ever...

  • 7 Ways to Upgrade Your Thanksgiving Feast
    We love the classic Thanksgiving dinner, but there is nothing wrong with keeping up with culinary trends and sprucing up the table a bit. Keep the traditions — just kick them up a notch, that’s all we’re saying. Who better to guide us...

  • 7 Ways to Upgrade Your Thanksgiving Feast
    We love the classic Thanksgiving dinner, but there is nothing wrong with keeping up with culinary trends and sprucing up the table a bit. Keep the traditions — just kick them up a notch, that’s all we’re saying. Who better to guide us...

  • What We’re Loving: Target’s Chalkboard Napkin Rings
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  • Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Reunite Again Over Dinner
    After  sweeping the American Music Awards last night, Justin Bieber celebrated with his two favorite ladies — his mother and on-again girlfriend Selena Gomez. Just a week after sources confirmed their split, Bieber and Gomez reunited again,...

  • 8 Tips to Achieving a Unique Soirée
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  • What We Loved: The Weekly Roundup
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  • What We’re Loving: Trina Turk’s Mirage Ice Bucket
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  • Cheers To…
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  • Matthew McConaughey Is Dying for a Cheeseburger and More Celebrity News
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  • STK Celebrates 6 Years by Giving Back
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  • What We’re Loving: Evite Postmark’s Thanksgiving Invitations
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  • What We’re Loving: FEED 8 Godiva Origins Collection
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  • Jolie-Pitt Kids Have Food Fights at Pizza Place and More Celebrity News
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  • Live Like a Celebrity: The Robert Pattinson Edition
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  • 2013's It Colors
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  • Holiday Place Setting Help
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  • What We’re Loving Nostalgia Electrics’ Flip-Down Breakfast Toaster
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  • Most Expensive Celebrity Parties of 2012
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  • More Fun Wedding Food Statistics
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  • Pop-Up Pantry’s Holiday Feast
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  • Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez: A Dinner Date Look Back
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  • Easy Holiday Entertaining Tips
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  • What We’re Loving: Paper Source’s Wheat Bundles Place Card Kit
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  • Cheers to…
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  • What We Loved: The Weekly Roundup
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  • What We’re Loving: LEIF’s Glitter Tart Servers and Cake Knives
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  • Pinterest Debuts Secret Boards
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  • Jennifer Lawrence Enjoys Cheetos and More Celebrity News
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  • The Ultimate Game Day Brought to You by Jay-Z
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  • What We’re Loving: Mark and Graham’s Personalized Table Linens
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  • Snow Day Food and Drink Fun
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  • How to Prep for Thanksgiving Company
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  • 5 Tips for Dealing with In-Laws at Thanksgiving
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  • Thanksgiving Playlist for Adults
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  • How to Host an Election Party
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  • Win Over Your Guests with a Nachos Platter
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  • Top-Notch Wedding Trends
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  • Easy Brunch Tip: DIY Oatmeal Bar
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  • Cheers to..
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  • Cheers to...
    We have many ongoing series here at The Daily Meal across all of our channels. Whether it's a daily recipe, a food porn-esque photo, or a product review, we like to keep things consistent, which is why we're going to add another one to the list....

  • Pamela Anderson Will Tickle Turkeys on Thanksgiving and More Celebrity News
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  • Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel: 'Our Wedding Was Magical'
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  • What We’re Loving: Anthropologie’s Fondant Cake Stand Collection
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  • 50 States, 50 Event Planners
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  • Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's Pre-Wedding Bash and More Celebrity News
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  • The Ultimate Halloween Playlist for Kids
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  • The Ultimate Halloween Playlist for Adults
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  • Halloween 2012 by the Numbers
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  • Martha Stewart Marries Worldly Newlyweds in New York-Themed Wedding
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  • What We’re Loving: Target’s Venomous Collection
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  • The Trick in the Treat: Halloween Candy Swaps
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  • What We’re Loving: See’s Candies' Halloween Treat Box
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  • Host a 'True Blood' Bash in Honor of Halloween
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  • The Best Things Happen Between the Bread
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  • The Right Southern Fix at Shake and Bake
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  • 10 Halloween Food Pranks
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    Looks like everyone is taking advantage of the last of the warm weather, since they've been out and about dining around town this week. Lots of couple love happened this week: Ashton and Mila, Halle and Olivier, and more.  Restaurant Buzz Halle...

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  • No Tricks Here: Halloween Treats Gift Guide
    We’re big believers in the giving gifts here at The Daily Meal because, really, who doesn’t like presents? With Halloween around the corner, swap out the usual wine and baked goods go-tos for treats that will surely please the crowd. ...

  • Confessions of a Celebrity Event Planner
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  • What We’re Loving: Judith Leiber’s Macaron Pill Boxes
    Every now and then we like to indulge in some outrageous sweet confections. One of our favorites these days is the delicious up-and-comer, the macaron.  We are tremendous fans of the colorful sandwich cookies, both those born on the streets of Paris...

  • Board Game Night Menus
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  • One Direction Sings for Pepsi and More Celebrity News
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  • 10 Brilliant Food-Inspired Kids Halloween Costumes
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  • What We’re Loving: Cook for the Cure’s 'Pass the Plate'
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  • Decadent Dessert Tips
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  • What We're Loving: Volére’s Wine Purse
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  • Halloween Candy: The Best and Worst Choices for Your Smile
    We’re not kids anymore, so instead of waiting for the dentist to scold us about cavities every time we sit in the chair, let’s be a bit more mindful about the sweet stuff and its effects on our mouth, since the biggest candy holiday of the...

  • Survey Shows Ladies Like a Guy Who Knows His Food and Wine
    Well, well, well, what do we have here? Could the long, unanswered query "what do women want" possibly have been — gasp! — answered? Not entirely, but perhaps we're one step closer.  For centuries, gentlemen have been...

  • 'Gossip Girl' Parties by the Season
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  • What We’re Loving: TaylorCraftsEngraved Personalized Cutting Board
    When giving gifts, especially for weddings, the rules are simple — you should stick to the registry. But that doesn't always have to be the case. While the registry serves as a fantastic guideline, if there is something specific that you want to...

  • An Awesome Halloween Candy Guide
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  • Rihanna Grabs Dinner at Catch and More Celebrity News
    If we see Rihanna and Chris Brown at one more event, club, or restaurant, we're going to announce their official reunion ourselves. In other news, Zac Efron has eaten fertilized duck eggs before.  Restaurant Buzz Sofia Vergara downed truffle...

  • What We Loved in September
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  • Epic Sweets From Trick-or-Treats
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  • What We’re Loving: Williams-Sonoma’s Fall Pie Molds
    The great thing about fall, aside from the start of holiday season and the acceptable use of cashmere obviously, is that it’s pie season. Yes, there are summer pies — blueberry, cherry, etc. — but they don’t hold a candle to the...

  • Halloween-Themed Tableware
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  • What We’re Loving: Zara Home Comes Stateside
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  • Get Inspired by Sofitel’s Re-Launch of the De-Light Menu
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  • Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Step Out at Soho House and More Celebrity News
    Ladies and gents, put your "are they, aren't they" questions to rest, as Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson were spotted having a romantic dinner date this weekend at Soho House. Also reuniting? Apparently, Chris Brown and Rihanna. In...

  • Host a Taco Taste-Off
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  • What We’re Loving: Martha Stewart’s Halloween Treat Collection
    A party isn’t a party without a sweet send-off. Yes, we’re talking about favors. We’re big believers in handing out favors at every party. Sure, your guests will appreciate all of the thought you put into the themed dishes and...

  • What We’re Loving: Martha Stewart’s Halloween Treat Collection
    A party isn’t a party without a sweet send-off. Yes, we’re talking about favors. We’re big believers in handing out favors at every party. Sure, your guests will appreciate all of the thought you put into the themed dishes and...

  • Kleinfeld Bridal and Canard Inc. Get Brides Ready for the Big Day
    Did you know that Labor Day is one of the most popular weekends to get engaged? So it was no surprise that Kleinfeld Bridal, the uber-popular wedding gown destination in New York City, hosted a bridal extravaganza just a few weeks after the ultimate end-...

  • What We’re Loving: May Books’ Custom Notebooks
    It’s always nice to add a personalized touch when giving a gift. Think about it: it’s your best friend’s birthday and you’re gifting her a favorite classic movie, so why not pair it with popcorn or her favorite candy for the...

  • 36 Things to Do with Candy Corn
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  • Details on Anne Hathaway’s Rustic Wedding
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  • Celebrity Food-Related Baby Names
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  • Halloween Weeknight Menu Ideas for Kids
    Getting dinner on the table every night after a long day at work when you have a house full of kids can be tricky. So to make it a little easier, involve the children — not only will it cut down cooking time, but they’ll enjoy being a part of...

  • What We’re Loving: Nora Fleming’s Mini Collection
    When building a home for yourself or your family, you have to start with the basics. It’s essential to have starter kitchen equipment, plates, glassware, and serving ware, which is why registries are so helpful. But creating a home takes time, so it...

  • Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Hire Chef for Christmas and More Celebrity News
    As fashion week in Paris draws to a close and the Emmy buzz has died down, we're seeing our favorite celebrities getting back to their normal routines, except for Ryan Lochte.  Read on for highlights: Restaurant Buzz Ryan Lochte and a few Vogue...

  • What We’re Loving: West Elm’s Halloween Bottle Openers
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  • What We’re Loving: '50 Shades of Chicken'
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  • Beyoncé Skips Cocktails, Stirs Pregnancy Rumors, and More Celebrity News
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  • Pancake Partying Ideas
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  • What We’re Loving: Nordic Ware’s Castle Bundt Cake Pan
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  • Yom Kippur Traditions
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  • Emmys 2012: After the Party, It’s the After-Party
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  • Lady Gaga Gains 25 Pounds, Goes on a Diet, and More Celebrity News
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  • What We're Loving: The Spoon Sisters Cookie Stamp
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  • Clever Chili Party Tips
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  • High Tea at the Arizona Biltmore
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  • Host an Authentic Oktoberfest Bash
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  • What We’re Loving: MacKenzie-Childs' Parchment Check Enamelware
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  • What We’re Loving: Pottery Barn’s Owl Tree Spreaders Set
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  • 'Gossip Girl' Toasts Blake Lively's Marriage and More Celebrity News
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  • Godiva and Duff Goldman Make Cake Truffles
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  • What We’re Loving: Henri Bendel’s Cocktail Tray
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  • Say Hello to Fall with These Seasonal Menus
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  • The Ultimate Gourmet Burger Bash
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  • Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ Wedding Desserts
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  • What We’re Loving: Williams-Sonoma’s Autumn Cupcake Stencils Set
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  • What We’re Loving: New Swarovski Stemware Collection
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  • Rosh Hashanah: Here’s to a Sweet New Year
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  • Michael Phelps and Girlfriend Pack on the PDA During Dinner and More Celebrity News
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  • Create the Ultimate Halloween Candy Bowl
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  • What We’re Loving: Fred Flare’s Nibbled Cheeseboard
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  • Pick Up and Party
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  • Aarón Sanchez on Popchips and Tailgating
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  • What We’re Loving: The Curiosity Shoppe’s Placemats
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  • Victoria Beckham Dines During Fashion Week and More Celebrity News
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  • Food & Fashion: Alice + Olivia Meets Magnum Ice Cream
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  • What We’re Loving: The Soft Serve Fruit Co.’s Fall Pies
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  • Claire Robinson's Entertaining and Tailgating Tips
    We’re big fans of cooking shows here at The Daily Meal, so it’s no surprise that we aim to achieve cooking-show caliber results in our own kitchens. Luckily, when you have a chef who just happens to be the star of a cooking show guiding you,...

  • Food-Loving Couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds Wed
    Surprise! They’re married. Gossip Girl star Blake Lively and actor Ryan Reynolds turned heads over the weekend when a local South Carolina radio station announced that the couple tied the knot in the Southern city.  Here’s what we know so...

  • What We’re Loving: Colette Paperie’s Food-Inspired Prints
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  • What We’re Loving: Anthropologie’s Whimsical Dessert Plates
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  • A Chef’s Tips for Tailgating
    Just thinking about working for Gordon Ramsay is tough — imagine living it! So was the case for chef Justin Antiorio, a finalist on Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen. Even with his hectic work life, Antiorio likes to find time to tailgate. Here...

  • Sofia Vergara Makes Eating Wings Look Sexy and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Andy Roddick celebrated his retirement from tennis with wife Brooklyn Decker, family, and close friends at Black Door in New York City. [NY Post] Seen & Heard Rebel Wilson decked in a bikini clad t-shirt and a bag of chips, on The...

  • Introducing The Daily Meal’s Ultimate Tailgating Guide
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  • Fashion’s Night Out: The Food From Coast to Coast
    This is it — the biggest shopping night of the year. Leave Black Friday in the dust and shop designer duds at great prices across the globe. This year's Fashion's Night Out spans 500 cities in 90 countries for one night only.  Shopping...

  • What We’re Loving: Georgetown Cupcake’s Runway Red Velvet
    We’re all getting ready to shop, sip, and celebrity-watch tonight as the fourth annual Fashion’s Night Out kicks off in just a few hours. No one is as ready, though, as the gang over at Georgetown Cupcake. Stop by any Georgetown Cupcake...

  • What We’re Loving: Elise’s Fall Napkins
    When we talk about table settings, we often tend to focus on the plates, the glassware, the stemware, and obviously the serving ware as well as the menu. But we don't talk enough about the napkins.  Napkins really do set the tone of the meal...

  • VIDEO: Tailgating Tips From Marc Silverstein
    When entertaining at home, the stress level can tend to get high. However, when throwing a tailgate, you want it to go off without a hitch, but you also want to be able to relax and enjoy all the activities before, during, and after the game as well....

  • VIDEO: Football Entertaining at Home
    Whether it’s a regular game or a big game — like the Super Bowl —if you’re hosting a bash at home, you should be equipped and prepared.  Marc Silverstein of On The Marc Media knows a thing or two about how to — we’...

  • Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Blue Ivy Celebrate B's Birthday and More Celebrity News
    Three's a crowd this week! Celebrity families were out and about, wining and dining. Beyonce and her family set sail, Michelle Williams and her adorable crew ate burgers, and baby Penelope brought smiles to the faces of Kourtney Kardashian and Scott...

  • Tailgating: The Essentials
    The portable grill is packed and the trunk is loaded with a case of beer — are there any other tailgating essentials? Yes, lots of them. While tailgating is meant to be a group effort and an afternoon of frivolous fun, it doesn't hurt to be...

  • Fashionable Eats: New York Fashion Week Spring 2013
    New York Fashion Week begins Sept. 6 and editors, buyers, and designers are getting themselves primed and prepped for the coming shows and events. Along with looking forward to the stellar schedule and fawning over the newest trends, most people are...

  • What We’re Loving: Lanvin for Ladurée
    Just in time for New York's Fashion Week, Lanvin has announced its limited-edition collection for Ladurée, the beloved Parisian macaron brand. The eight-piece box is designed with Elbaz’s classic sketches of fashionable women on the...

  • Trail Mix: The Ideal Cocktail Party Snack
    Cocktails need a friend — they always do — which is why there’s usually a bowl of nuts or trail mix atop bars so patrons can snack and sip in unison. Not all trail mixes are created equal, but there are some stellar mixes that are...

  • 10 Best Post-Sex Foods
    We all know what you’re not supposed to eat before sex: the three B's — beans, burritos, and bath salts. They all spell one word: disaster. But what makes the perfect post-coital snack? Is it something to sensually share with your lover?...

  • What We’re Loving: Pier1’s Harvest Beaded Leaf Table Runner
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  • Nicki Minaj in a Soda Showdown and More Celebrity News
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  • Tailgate Idea: Salsa That Will Please
    When prepping for a tailgate, it’s always important to remember two things: the duration of your tailgate and how many people are in your group. Why? One, for the obvious reason of knowing how much to buy in regards to ingredients and two, to make...

  • Labor Day Entertain Roundup
    Time has flown by and the weather is starting to cool, just a bit. But summer's not over yet, ladies and gents. There's one last hurrah before the pumpkin lattes hit shelves and Halloween candy is stocked, so let’s celebrate Labor Day with...

  • What We’re Loving: Two's Company’s Macaron Trinket Box
    Blame it on Blair Waldorf and Pierre Hermé.  When the macaron (not to be confused with macaroon) craze hit the States — with a big push from Gossip Girl — the gorgeous sandwich cookies found their way into every trendy party and...

  • Trend Report: Candy Buffets
    With sites like Pinterest and Tumblr, and event-based reality shows, it’s becoming harder and harder to wow guests these days at formal events and big bashes. From classic to kooky, candy buffets are a fun way to add to the joy of your celebration...

  • Blake Lively Has a 'Gossip Girl' Birthday and More Celebrity News
    Lots of birthdays, coffee runs, and tweets this week! While we're halfway to the holiday weekend, celebrities are buzzing about town dining and snacking between takes. Rihanna headed to Scarpetta solo, Suri Cruise showed her classy cupcake tastes, and...

  • Want Party Advice From Pippa Middleton?
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  • What We’re Loving: Sandra by Sandra Lee’s Polka Dot Collection
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  • Turning 30? Throw a "Die, 20s, Die" Bash
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  • Host an End of Summer Grilled Pizza Party
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    Most of us like to throw parties, but there can be a downside — the hassle, the mess, and worst part of it all, the cleanup. Even singing "the clean-up song" doesn’t make it any easier or more enjoyable. If you have great friends and...

  • Tailgate Idea: Burgers and Beers From Smashburger
    With the exception of milkshakes, nothing accompanies a juicy, hearty burger like an ice-cold beer. We at The Daily Meal know how gourmet and creative burgers can get these days and with beer varieties as endless and varied as they are, there needs to be...

  • What We’re Loving: Knot & Bow’s Delicious Pencils
    Let’s face it, it’s happening and there's nothing you can do about it: school is almost back in session. While you are prepping your kids for their first day — whether it’s their first first day and you’re packing up...

  • Registry Redux: The Roundup
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  • Add a Spark of Color to Your Dinner Party
    Last week I had the pleasure of visiting New York City's Riverpark Farm for a party in celebration of Chevrolet’s newest — and brightest — car, the Spark.  Packed with a whole lot of sass, the Spark not only boasts a hefty list...

  • Registry Redux: Serving Ware
    Yay, you’re engaged! Now what? You’re about to start a life with someone, and that life requires an immense amount of equipment — the tools of living! These can include things for the bedroom, the bathroom, and the living room, but most...

  • What We’re Loving: Oscar de la Renta’s Dominican Dinnerware
    No one, especially fashion lovers, can deny that designer Oscar de la Renta’s style is full of flair. An import from the Dominican Republic, this impeccably sharp man knows how to incorporate his Latin roots into his runway looks, creating best-...

  • Host a Lobster Feast with Zokos
    The summer is nearing its end and we are oh so sad — the days of listless beach relaxation and pool lounging are dwindling. Our favorite summer vegetables are running their course and white as a wardrobe color of choice is nearing its expiration...

  • Registry Redux: Equipment Essentials
    Yay, you’re engaged! Now what? You’re about to start a life with someone, and that life requires an immense amount of equipment — the tools of living! These can include things for the bedroom, the bathroom, and the living room, but most...

  • Top 25 Disney Food Moments
    The Daily Meal recently brought you a mighty long list of great food moments in Disney films. Yes, we had Lady and the Tramp and no, we didn’t forget "Hi, Dad Soup," from A Goofy Movie (a serious Daily Meal staff favorite), and we...

  • What We’re Loving: Baked by Melissa’s Back-to-School Snack Pack
    We’re in full back-to-school swing here at The Daily Meal. We are rolling out healthy menus, a guide to what you need to pack for college, and lunchboxes like you’ve never seen before. And while we are pushing for healthy snacks and balanced...

  • Registry Redux: Flatware Essentials
    Yay, you’re engaged! Now what? You’re about to start a life with someone, and that life requires an immense amount of equipment — the tools of living! These can include things for the bedroom, the bathroom, and the living room, but most...

  • Prince Harry Spills Cocktails, Goes Nude in Vegas and More Celebrity News
    There's a lot of buzz going on this week, some about Taylor Swift and her new boyfriend Conor Kennedy, some about Rihanna's declaration of love for Chris Brown during an interview with Oprah, but nothing has been as scandalous as Prince Harry'...

  • College Kitchen Essentials
    So you're off to begin the final four years — well, for some — of school. Wahoo! But let’s not get ahead of ourselves; you have a grueling schedule ahead of you for sure. Heavy textbooks, chapters upon chapters of reading a night,...

  • What We’re Loving: C. Wonder Ikat Print Dinnerware
    If you’re a home cook, you know that setting the table puts a dent into your time in the kitchen. What if, however, your dinnerware was so fun and bright that the extra few minutes it takes to lay out the plates, cups, and utensils was worth it?...

  • Registry Redux: Cutlery Essentials
    Yay, you’re engaged! Now what? You’re about to start a life with someone, and that life requires an immense amount of equipment — the tools of living! These can include things for the bedroom, the bathroom, and the living room, but most...

  • Afternoon Tea with a Purpose
    Ladies love lunching and little girls love their tea parties, so The Peninsula Beverly Hills thought to take this classic tradition and give it more meaning, if only for a limited time.  Currently, The Peninsula Beverly Hills is inviting guests to...

  • How to Create Your Own Napkin Rings
    While napkins play a vital role at the table, it’s easy for them to get overlooked. Sure, there are boldly printed ones, and some are made from amazing fabrics or are even embellished. But that look is hard to achieve without splurging.  EBE, a...

  • Registry Redux: Cookware Essentials
    Yay, you’re engaged! Now what? You’re about to start a life with someone, and that life requires an immense amount of equipment — the tools of living! These can include things for the bedroom, the bathroom, and the living room, but most...

  • The Cream Event Hits It Big with Engaged New York City Couples
    Tuesday night, at Manhattan's Center548 in Chelsea, two floors filled with more than 50 vendors and hundreds of Gotham-based brides. All were on hand for the main event: a bridal showcase brought you by Bash, Please, a Culver City, Calif., event...

  • Lisa Ling’s Healthy Must-Haves
    With a schedule like celebrity journalist Lisa Ling’s, travel is just part of the everyday routine. On her hit series, OWN's Our America with Lisa Ling, Ling travels far and wide to take an in-depth look at some of the most controversial and...

  • Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux Celebrate Engagement and More Celebrity News
    This week brought some big news: Robert Pattinson resurfaced amid the Kristen Stewart scandal to eat ice cream, Jennifer Aniston celebrated her engagement, and Jordin Sparks shined in her newly svelte shape after losing 50 pounds.  Restaurant Buzz...

  • Robert Pattinson Heals His Break-Up Wounds with Ice Cream
    The world has been waiting for actor and heartthrob Robert Pattinson to emerge from hiding ever since recent events with girlfriend Kristen Stewart drove the couple apart and sent the paparazzi on a hunt for photos of the super-celebrities.  If you...

  • Beyoncé's Favorite Foods on the Road
    We all know Beyoncé loves good food. But while we’ve chronicled her favorite foods in the past, we haven’t seen much of the Queen B since the birth of her little princess Blue Ivy.  Beyonce eats while touring the road with her...

  • Take the Party Plunge with Shark Week
    Are you a fan of Jaws? We thought so. As the Discovery Channel kicks off its 25th year of its highly anticipated weeklong event, Shark Week, we're here to give you some tips on how to make it yet another opportunity to party with your pals....

  • Smashing S'Mores!
    Most of us connect the idea of s’mores with family camping trips, sleepovers with our pals in a pitched tent in the yard, or just roasting marshmallows over an open fire at Christmastime. Nix the notion of the graham cracker, marshmallow, and...

  • Natalie Portman's Wedding Menu was Vegan and More Celebrity News
    As the Olympics draws to an end, our focus is shifting on the end of summer. Celebrities were out and about this past week dining, partying, and shopping around town.  Restaurant Buzz Lindsay Lohan and her gal pals headed to West Hollywood hotstpot,...

  • Have Dinner with The Hunger Games’ Josh Hutcherson
    Sure he may play the humble and loving Peeta in the epic Hunger Games trilogy, but Josh Hutcherson is more than just the admirable character he plays on screen.  In a touching video posted on YouTube, Hutcherson is reaching out to fans in an effort...

  • 91 Disney Food Moments
    When you think about your childhood, Disney — in some shape or form — is probably scattered throughout the years. Maybe you were a fan of the princesses and paraded around your house in a yellow ball gown like Belle or while wearing "...

  • Panini Party!
    Paninis are ideal at any time of the year, but since we’re in its celebratory month—we’re thinking to get a bit creative and push hosts and hostesses to another level to have a panini bar at their next party. Besides, who doesn’t...

  • What Not to Serve At a White Party
    As the summer comes to a close, the weather gets cooler—and unfortunately, our allowed time slot to wear white closes up.  Wait, what? Yes, the age-old rule of wearing white post Memorial Day until Pre Labor Day still stands or so we’d...

  • Food-of-the-Month Clubs: The Good, the Bad, and the Interesting
    Giving gifts can get repetitive. How many times are you going to bring a bottle of wine or a pie to the same group of friends or family every time there’s a dinner party, a house warming, or a holiday? Looking for a great gift? Check out these...

  • Marilyn Monroe: A Domestic Goddess?
    Who could forget Marilyn Monroe? JFK certainly could not, nor could Joe DiMaggio or anyone else really. Fifty years after her passing, college kids are still plastering her poster on their walls and Some Like it Hot is still, well, hot.  In any case...

  • Host a Waffle Brunch This Weekend
    Waffles, what a sweet, fluffy heaven they create. If you’re a Belgian waffle fan, an Eggo lover, a chicken and waffles kind of guy—it’s all accepted in our books.  We’re big waffle lovers at The Daily Meal. Whether they’...

  • Creating Quick and Clever Cupcakes
    So you’re a fan of cupcakes? Join the party. While the trend just keeps going and going, new flavors, new sizes, and even more themed cupcakes are popping up everywhere. If you’re curious to make your out-of-the-box cupcakes look like the real...

  • Liam Hemsworth Has a Krispy Kreme Addiction and More Celebrity News
    Lots of diners this week! As we draw to a close, we've seen a lot of famous faces around town and across the pond at the Olympics. While it seemed pretty quiet in New York, there were tons of sightings by your favorite stars in California wining and...

  • Celebrate Your Sister with a Treat
    Having a sister is an irreplaceable experience and a bond that can never be lost. Some of us have one sister, some have multiple, and others have friends that are so close that they feel like family. We’ve spent most of our lives either loving or...

  • Give Your Bash a Sweet Send-Off with Ice Cream Sandwiches
    Whether you’re a kid or an adult, ice cream is something that's easy to love. The cold treat can be enjoyed in many forms — cups, cones, chocolate, or vanilla — but none, however, is as fun or creative as the ice cream sandwich. Ah,...

  • Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson’s Dinner Dates Past
    The news of Kristen Stewart's affair has blown up in the media, on newsstands, and in the home of Stewart and boyfriend Robert Pattinson. The Twilight couple, who have been dating for nearly three years, have been ripped apart by Stewart’s...

  • Untitled’s Chris Bradley on Packing the Perfect Picnic
    Picnicking is a very unpredictable activity. Think about it — great weather is a must, foods or beverages could spoil in the heat, and it's especially easy to create a mess. Thankfully, our video producer, Ali Rosen, was able to nail down the...

  • Taylor Swift and Conor Kennedy Dine at New York Pizzeria and More Celebrity News
    Everyone's busy and on the go this week. Between picking up takeout and grabbing coffee in between takes, it seems as if there's no time for an actual sit-down meal (for some celebrities anyway). Channing Tatum and his buddies had a guys'...

  • Fluff Up Your Party with Cotton Candy
    While we’re used to seeing cotton candy at carnivals, boardwalks, and at the circus, the spun-sugar dessert doesn't have to be confined to the fairgrounds. Originally dubbed fairy floss because of its ethereal appearance, cotton candy can be...

  • How to Host a Summer Baby Shower
    What do you get when you combine a pregnant woman, lots of presents, and a giant rubber-ducky topped cake? A fantastic baby shower, that’s what.  That was the case on a hot summer day this past June. Krystin Vermillion, the mom-to-be, was the...

  • Dream Registry: Designer Waffles
    While many brides wait for their KitchenAid standing mixers to be purchased off their registries, a more extravagant wish-list item has popped up.  A designer waffle maker, while not quite a necessity, would surely make a great addition to your...

  • So You Want to Go Into the Lemonade Stand Business…
    We like to kid around here at The Daily Meal, but one thing that may seem like a joke, but most certainly was not, was the lucrative success of our video producer Ali Rosen’s lemonade stand. While most would think the profit of such a business would...

  • Bring the Boardwalk to Your Backyard
    Certain foods bring you back to certain memories. For us, some of the most vivid are from foods found at the shore — boardwalk favorites, if you will. Getting sticky fingers from saltwater taffy while the your toes wiggle in the sand, ice cream...

  • Dips That Break the Mold
    Here at The Daily Meal, we’re all about breaking culinary barriers. We love dream mash-ups, restaurants in curious locations, and menus that are out-of-this-world creative. So, it should come as no surprise, then, that for one of the simplest crowd-...

  • Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis Do Dinner and More Celebrity News
    What a busy week for celebrities. While the news of Kristen Stewart's affair has rocked the papers and weeklies, celebrities are just going about their business, wining, dining, and partying. Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, an "are they or aren...

  • Toast the Olympic Athletes with These Party-Worthy Sips
    We have you covered on where to eat, stay, and watch the Summer Olympics if you're in London [is this what you meant?], but what about what to serve at a viewing party? While grilled cheese and other dishes are ideal crowd-pleasers for snacking, what...

  • Global Grilled Cheese Olympic Entertaining
    The Olympic Games are just days away and people across the globe will be gathering around their TVs to catch all of the action. When everyone is together cheering on their team, what will they need? Food!  If you’re throwing a viewing party,...

  • Plan Your Next Party Around Junk Food
    Even the biggest health nut has their faults, and by faults, we mean cravings. Maybe it’s Nacho Cheese Doritos or peanut-butter filled pretzels, or even truffle popcorn — a little bit more gourmet — but it's still junk food,...

  • Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart's Dinner Date and More Celebrity News
    As this week draws to a close, our favorite famous faces have been spotted all over the country, dining, drinking, and shopping. Leighton Meester continued to document her culinary adventures on Instagram while Pippa Middleton had a healthy breakfast...

  • Dream Swag Bags for Food-Lovers
    The best part about being invited to an event often isn't the elaborate meals or the over-the-top decorations — it's the swag. Yes, the swag — the gift bags, the freebies, the stuff you’d never shell out money for unless you had...

  • Summer Wedding Tips From Loulie Walker
    Filled with seaside nuptials and alfresco receptions, there’s no denying that summer is the most popular time to say "I do." For Loulie Walker, president of Loulie Walker Events, a full-service event planning, coordinating, and consulting...

  • Best of… Dream Partying
    When you’re young it’s impossible not to be a dreamer. In your teens you witness your parents going to lavish and luxe parties, and in your 20s you want to be independent and throw said parties, but your budget never really works in favor....

  • Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Dine Around the Globe and More Celebrity News
    While last week it seemed as though celebrities everywhere were lying low, this week is just the opposite! George Clooney and Channing Tatum dined with their ladies in Lake Como, Italy, Bieber and Gomez were jet-setting as usual, and Katie Holmes and Suri...

  • Flirting with Flavors
    Men need to start thinking outside of the bouquet. While the old saying, "the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, rings true," what about for women? Chef Pamela Morgan thinks they deserve a little culinary love, too. Everyone meets...

  • Party on a Stick
    When the gang is together and the grill is going, why should you have to worry about dirty dishes and cleanup? So here's an easy solution — nix the forks, the knives, and the big platters, and serve your menu items entirely on skewers. Think...

  • Summer Party Crowd-Pleasers
    Pigs in a blanket, beef Wellington, and spring rolls — these are the classic hors d'oeuvres you’ve seen a thousand times at weddings, cocktail parties, and special occasions.  While the classic, go-to "crowd-pleasers" are a...

  • Beach Bonfire Musts
    When the summer sun starts to fade and your friends aren’t ready to pack up the beach chairs and towels just yet, there’s only one thing to do — make a bonfire, and some s'mores.  Before you bust out the keg and the solo cups...

  • Pickles, Pickles, and More Pickles!
    You heard it right. This month, amid all the other things we’re celebrating — America’s independence, the joys of ice cream, the art of picnicking, and the culinary arts — we are also partying in honor of the great delicacy that is...

  • Fun Wedding Food Statistics
    These days, weddings have gotten a bit haute. By haute, we mean there really is no one cookie-cutter wedding anymore. With social media booming in recent years and the creation and success of sites like Pinterest, Tumblr, and Lover.ly, having an original...

  • Chef Michelle Bernstein on Outdoor Entertaining
    Chef Michelle Bernstein tells The Daily Meal’s video producer, Ali Rosen, about a few tricks for how to stay cool when entertaining guests outdoors during the summer season. "You want to make things that can be heated through right at the last...

  • Zeroll Does Ice Cream Socials Right
    Let’s talk ice cream. Yes, the good stuff — the stuff dreams are made of. The answer to all life’s problems lies in a double-scoop cup — or preferably a cone for some TDM staffers. Now, when life has thrown you some curveballs and...

  • Lindsay Lohan Dined with Gaga and Lana Del Ray, and More Celebrity News
    We're running low on celebrity food and drink news in the latter part of this week. Either your famous faces are hiding from the hot, hot heat or you're mourning the end of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes. Looks like Katie and Suri are about the only...

  • Big Food: Great Dishes That Bring People Together
    Food. It’s why you’re here isn’t it? You visited The Daily Meal because, in some way, shape, or form, you love a good meal and an even better cocktail. It’s kind of like going to a party — you’re not going to be invited...

  • Best of… Christmas in July
    Snow will surely not fall for a while, but we’re somehow singing Christmas carols and looking to build a snow — er — sandman.  We, and the rest of America, are deeming it Christmas in July. If you’re missing the holiday cheer...

  • Kourtney Kardashian Wants Post-Baby Sushi and More Celebrity News
    There are lots of diners this week! Mother-daughter bonding seems to be on everyone’s minds — Heidi Klum, Anna Paquin, and Christina Aguilera were all spotted with kids in tow at some of America’s most popular restaurants. ...

  • Food Memories Filled Nora Ephron's Memorial
    We recapped the best of Nora Ephron’s food moments when the rom-com queen passed away June 26. This Monday night, Ephron was remembered by her family, her friends, and some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Famous faces and classic Ephron favorites...

  • Food Memories Filled Nora Ephron's Memorial
    We recapped the best of Nora Ephron’s food moments when the rom-com queen passed away June 26. This Monday night, Ephron was remembered by her family, her friends, and some of the biggest names in Hollywood. Famous faces and classic Ephron favorites...

  • Sensational Summer Hosting
    Between the Bread and Cookie Panache's Ricky Eisen has you covered from decor, to sauces, to cocktails, and even fantastic sides for summer!  Here are her tips for summer hosting:  Summer Party Décor • What to choose for your...

  • Ice Cream Month Tips From The Counter and Asellina
    July is still going strong as National Ice Cream Month, and because everyone loves a customized treat, we’re into ice cream bars these days. No, not ice cream bars on a stick — although we like those, too — but, we’re talking about...

  • Piña Colada Pool Party
    Frozen cocktails, poolside, with the sun beaming down — sounds pretty amazing, right? Yep, it does to us too.  July 10 is National Piña Colada Day and we’re all about naming this beloved summer beverage a staple for the season....

  • Celebrity Go-To Party Recipes
    You see your favorite celebrities out on the town all the time — in the news, in the magazines, and in the papers. They’re partying, they’re dining, but what are they cooking? See what your favorite celebrities are cooking! Even though...

  • Macaroni: The Ultimate Entertainer
    July 7 is National Macaroni Day, and believe us, that’s a big deal. Whether you call it macaroni or pasta, who really cares?  There are at least, 3,768,422 (but who's counting?) different recipes for the beloved starch and if you haven...

  • Throw a 'MEATing' with Man Cave Worldwide
    There are ample opportunities for girl bonding: manicures and pedicures, a spa day, going to pilates, a bachelorette party, a tea party, etc. However, for the fellas, it more or less begins and ends with playing and watching sports. But what about a get-...

  • Katy Perry Is the Candy Queen and More Celebrity News
    With the holiday behind us, many stars are missing in action — on vacation, in hiding, avoiding the paparazzi. Except for Katie Holmes, who is going about everyday life with Suri in New York City, going to lunch, eating ice cream, and grocery...

  • International Food Wedding Traditions
    While a three-tiered cake serves us just fine at a wedding, we’re pretty sure that’s not the end-all, be-all when it comes to tradition for some couples.  Whether they incorporate something based on religion or ethnicity or just something...

  • Let’s Have a Pie Party!
    You’re nuts if you don’t like pie. For obvious reasons, it’s amazing — buttery, flaky crust, fresh fruit fillings or rich and decadent insides, not to mention a gorgeous golden top.  Now that we’ve got you drooling, let...

  • At-Home Entertaining Tips for Watching the Olympics
    If it were up to us, we’d all be watching the 2012 Summer Olympics front and center from London in a few weeks. However, not all of us are that lucky. So what’s the next best thing? Watching the games at home with friends! Trade your go-to...

  • Best of… Green Weddings
    There are weddings of all sizes. Small weddings, big weddings, really, really big weddings — but what makes them unique from one another? Some have Southern charm, some are uber-traditional, and some are so enchanting it’s as if they stepped...

  • Spark Up Your Party with Fourth of July Cocktail Tips by Margaritaville
    Happy 236th birthday America! As we get ready to celebrate one of our country’s most important (and fun!) holidays, we asked our Margaritaville party pro experts to share their favorite ideas and tips to help you plan the ultimate star-spangled...

  • Fourth of Julys: When Are We Celebrating?
    While the summer is second to the winter holidays in terms of party hosting, it’s still booming with bashes. With the Fourth of July smack dead in the middle of the week this year, it has sort of put a wrench in everyone’s plans. While we sit...

  • Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield’s Date Night and More Celebrity News
    Lots of birthdays, dinners, and parties this week! The celebrities were out on the town getting their good times going. From Alec Baldwin and Hilaria Thomas’ big day brunch to Ashley Tisdale’s 27th birthday to a Bieber-filled week with...

  • Party on the Pier This Fourth of July
    With the Fourth of July just days away, you’re probably scouring for some last-minute plans if you’re not already booked to attend a bash or host your own.  If you live in New York, you’re in luck. Now in its third year, Circle Line...

  • Beat the Heat When Hosting with These Super Cool Foods
    It may be a scorcher outside, but it doesn’t mean you have to lose your cool! Hosting can be stressful as it is, and with the added presence of the summer heat, you should be able to keep cool, calm, and collected. Stocking your kitchen with the...

  • Blake Lively Is a Cupcake-Eating Machine and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz Selena Gomez is a hot commodity! First she went on a dinner date earlier this week with boyfriend Justin Bieber and then a lunch date with her best friend, Taylor Swift, a day later. The two went to Paradise Cove in Malibu where they...

  • The Perfect Party Spirit
    Let’s take a minute to talk about the good stuff — cocktails. While there are a plethora of signature drinks that are essential to any bartender or mixologist’s repertoire, one made with gin should be near the very top.  Gin is used...

  • VIDEO: Cornelia Guest Talks Vegan Menus and Easy Entertaining
    According to Cornelia Guest, her new book Simple Pleasures "contains wonderful recipes that are easy, affordable, fun to do with kids, and an opportunity to introduce people to the wonderful bounty that Mother Nature gives us and to show that...

  • The Best of… Fourth of July!
    If you’re at home, on vacation, or at a party, you’ll be celebrating the Fourth of July one way or another next week. We’re thinking about all the ways to show how patriotic we are here at The Daily Meal and they all include food! ...

  • Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Had a Date Night and More Celebrity News
    For the first half of this week, we have Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez staying strong during another date night. The couple made an appearance at the premiere of Katy Perry's new movie, where she wore a popcorn dress. Also, we look back at some of...

  • Remembering Nora Ephron’s Best Food Moments in Film
    Nora Ephron was a true romantic. She knew how to capture budding romances, lovers' quarrels, and even the sexiest of moments without leaving the table.  Ephron, a three-time Oscar nominee and best-selling author passed away June 26 at the age of...

  • Weekend Brunch Ideas From the Pros
    As the temperature continues to rise, many will have a common goal during the weekends: to relax. Whether you're heading to a far destination, to the shore, or even just to your own backyard, the aim is to kick back and enjoy the days out of the...

  • VIDEO: Jacques Torres on the Art of the Ice Cream Sandwich
    If anyone knows chocolate, it’s chocolatier Jacques Torres. A pro at his craft, he has concocted myriad confections successfully and with poise. In addition to his decadent bites, he also has a knack for ice cream. Boasting flavors like salted...

  • Resort 2013: Trends to Table
    What is it about fashion and food? Though evidently very different, they both seem to intersect regularly. While models continue to strut the runway season after season and seasonal menus are rolled out by chefs from coast to coast, the colors, textures,...

  • Fourth of July Treats
    The Fourth of July is here and it's time to start thinking about what you’re going to cook. While most gorge on endless numbers of hamburgers and hot dogs, we wanted to give you some extra-special dessert ideas to wow your crowds. Promotion in...

  • How to Throw a Quickie Fourth of July BBQ
    While many of us are veterans in the entertaining department, there are some newbies out there. For newlyweds, college grads, and new home owners alike, this summer serves as a perfect opportunity for first-time hosting.  With the Fourth of July...

  • Food-Focused Engagement and Wedding Ring Photos
    There are the obvious, obligatory photos to be taken on a wedding day. The photos of the bride and her dad, the groom and his mom, the cake-cutting, the bridal party, the look on the groom’s face as the bride turns takes her first steps down the...

  • Wow the Crowd with Popcorn Crunch
    You’ll be hosting a ton this summer, we’re sure, so why not make an easy-to-make and crowd-pleasing recipe for your guests? Whether it’s a night at home with the newest movie release or a party at the pool, popcorn is a sure hit for any...

  • Annette Joseph Talks Grilling for Entertainers
    As a lifestyle expert and photo stylist with over 20 years of expertise under her belt, Annette Joseph has a pretty good handle on how to entertain. With summer very much here, she is doling out her tips on what you need to successfully host during this...

  • Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise Shop Healthy and More Celebrity News
    What's up with your favorite celebrities this week in the hot, hot, heat? Lots of dining duos like Alec Baldwin and his daughter, Ryan Phillippe and his girlfriend, plus George Clooney and Stacy Keibler. Also, Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise keep up...

  • Pack a Healthy Snack for Your Kids
    This summer, when your kids are reaching for the sweet and salty snacks, or as the rest of the world calls it — junk food — hand them something else. So often, parents resort to the quick and easy, but that doesn’t equal healthy most of...

  • Host a Love-Letter Writing Party
    Everyone needs a little love once in a while. It’s a fact. All it takes is a moment to brighten one person’s day — just one.  Hannah Brencher feels pretty strongly about the four-letter word. Once in need of a little l-o-v-e, she...

  • Have a Barn or Vineyard as Your Wedding Destination
    What’s a wedding without a little ambiance, right? Think about it: gorgeous green fields, a shabby chic barn with rustic charm, the smell of budding grapes for miles — it’s enough to make a bride and groom smile on their big day. Two...

  • 6 Reasons You Should Take Every First Date to a BBQ Restaurant
    Common knowledge says eating with your hands is a first-date don’t, but I disagree. In fact, I think bringing your date to a BBQ restaurant is a great way to learn a lot about her in a short amount of time. 1. You’ll Find Out If She’s...

  • Best of… Ice Cream Parties!
    Welcome to summer, all. We hope you’re primed and ready to hit the beach, hit the pool, and fire up the grill, because the season is most definitely not going away — well, at least not until September.  The number one way, in our eyes at...

  • Hilary Duff Loved Gaining Pregnancy Weight and More Celebrity News
    Celebrities were letting it all hang out this week, enjoying the gorgeous weather, eating ice cream, and dishing on their secrets. Anne Hathaway lived on hummus and radishes to shed 16 pounds, Hilary Duff had a no-holds-barred diet during pregnancy, and...

  • Be 'Brave' and Throw a Scottish-Themed Party
    There’s a new princess on the rise. No, Kate Middleton hasn’t gotten the boot — what a terrible thought. We’re talking Disney’s newest it-girl in 'Brave.' The film is a Scottish tale that tells the story of how...

  • 5 Martini Parties
    Before the ladies of Sex and the City had cosmos, the martini was the social drink of choice. A favorite of James Bond — shaken, not stirred — the martini is a great drink to get people together.  Dirty, straight, on the rocks, chocolate...

  • Twinkies au Chocolat: Surviving the First Year of Marriage
    Imagine waking up every day next to a man who has never eaten a Twinkie. Such is the Faustian bargain I made when I moved to Paris and married my French husband in July of 2003. My first year of marriage was also my first year in France. My husband had...

  • 11 Picnics Around the World
    Hello! Ciao! Hola! Bonjour! 你好! International Picnic Day has come and gone, but the warm weather remains. We have been talking a lot about picnics and picnicking this season thus far. But while we're big fans of the classic sandwich and salad pairings...

  • Picnicking Around the World
    Hello! Ciao! Hola! Bonjour! 你好! International Picnic Dayhas come and gone, but the warm weather remains. We have been talking a lot about picnics and picnicking this season thus far. But while we're big fans of the classic sandwich and salad pairings...

  • Katy Perry and Parents Celebrate Father's Day Early and More Celebrity News
    As the week draws to an end and Father's Day approaches, celebrities, especially celebrity couples, are making time for each other. Whether, it's Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds grocery shopping or Leonardo DiCaprio and Erin Heatherton out on the...

  • A Scavenger Hunt for Dads and Kids
    Put Dad to the test this Father's Day with an exciting, adventurous scavenger hunt in New York's Union Square.  iAdventure.com is hosting a true bonding opportunity for dads and sons alike. Form a team of two or up to six people and get...

  • Host a Lobster Boil Like NYC Favorites, The Anchor and Luke's Lobster
    We're all about reasons to party, especially during the summer. While there's a food holiday for every single day of the year, there are just a few that are tiered above the rest. National Lobster Day sounds pretty fantastic to us, how about you?...

  • Six Steps to an Outdoor Father’s Day Mancave
    So, it's no shocker that ladies are trumping men in the decor department. Now, though there are exceptions to everything—this is more than less the truth. With women usually getting their say in home decor, what's left for our fellas? ...

  • Cornelia Guest Shares Her Hosting Tips
    Taking after her mother, classic fashion icon and lifestyle expert C.Z. Guest, Cornelia Guest is doing a fine job of keeping the Guest name alive and kicking.  An entrepeneur and fabulous entertainer, Guest knows what's important to her: family,...

  • The Best of...Pool Parties!
    School is almost out, the grill is already fired up, and the pool is open—it is time to party.  While the summer is hot on our heels, many of us are preparing for all the outdoor hosting we're going to be doing, specifically by the pool!...

  • Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux Eat Italian in Paris and More Celeb News
    This week is packed with celebrity food and drink news! Miley had drinks poolside with someone other than her fiance, Kirsten Dunst hosted a sunset BBQ dinner, Meryl Streep has to lose weight before she plays Miranda again and more!  Restaurant Buzz...

  • Urban Picnicking Just Got Better with Boxsal
    Think about it, who really has the space for a picnic basket? We don't. Here at The Daily Meal, we're big believers in the "Urban Picnic." What is that? It's basically just plopping anywhere and having a nice afternoon lunch with a...

  • Throw the Men in Your Life a Biergarten Bash
    We're pretty sure you've been to a biergarten before, whether it's the legitimate Germany biergarten or just one in your city. Well, if you have or hadn't had the pleasure, know this: it's a good time.  With endless beers on tap...

  • Make it a Bite Dad Will Never Forget with Neuhaus
    Let's think logisitics here. Your father doesn't want a tie, he doesn't want to go golfing, he'd rather have dinner at home with the family—so, what do you get him? We're thinking chocolates.  The Daily Meal's video...

  • Show Dad He is a "Big Freaking Deal" This Father's Day
    We're sure your Dad is a burger man—all the best are. If you're keen on showing him a fabulous time on Father's Day, but aren't kitchen savvy or don't have the budget to go too big, head to The Counter.  Stop by any The...

  • A Guy's Guide to Grocery Shopping
    Gentlemen, let’s face it—you’re not the first cooks in the kitchen. Well, that’s not entirely true. Some of you are cook savvy and make an initiative, while the others don’t know how to boil water. Well, fear not. Yes, life...

  • Get Dad What He Really Wants this Father's Day
    Dad doesn't want that tie for Father's Day. No, really, he doesn't.  According to a recent survey by Tech Bargains, an onilne retailer, fathers everywhere are dishing on the good and bad of Father's Day gifts. When it's the night...

  • It' A Bridal Fiesta for Kristen Dunst and Pals in Mexico
    Kirsten Dunst can now add hostess and planner to her resume.  The actress and a few girlfriends, including bride-to-be best friend, Molly, headed to Mexico for a few days of fun and sun to celebrate the upcoming nuptials, PEOPLE reported.  After...

  • Entertain with Iced Tea
    We’ve talked a lot about summer's favorite pastimes like burgers, ice cream, and parties galore. But what is one thing that is an absolute warm-weather must? A chilled, refreshing, cool glass of iced tea.  While Southerners enjoy a classic...

  • Moomah Plays Host to Original Kids' Birthday Bashes
    Let’s be honest, kids’ parties can be repetitive, tenuous, and tiresome. The same old themes can be played out, but there is no need to stick with the same old pizza party idea. With all of the toys, characters, and stories out there, the...

  • Karl Lagerfeld Has a Pepsi Max Butler and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz • Demi Moore and pals ate at RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen. The group dined on chicken tikka masala, green curry chicken, pot stickers, sea bass, crème brûlée, and homemade ice cream. [People] • ...

  • Have a Father-Daughter Picnic
    Dads and their little girls — the unbreakable bond. Moms, we know that Dad helps the kids set up breakfast in bed on Mother’s Day, so now it’s your turn. This Father’s Day, help your daughter show Dad how truly special he is with a...

  • Chocoholics Unite!
    If there’s anything that comes close to being as iconic as a burger during the summer months, it’s a nice heaping pile of ice cream. Whether you’re a cone person, a cup person, or even if you’re a waffles and ice cream person...

  • How to Host a Fabulous New York Bridal Shower and Bachelorette Bash
    A bride experiences an abundance of special moments, from when she says "yes!" to the final spin on the dance floor at the reception. The fittings, the speeches, and the kiss from Dad — they all rank high on the list, but there is a...

  • Host a New York Burger Bash at STK OUT
    No backyard to grill in this summer? We’ve got you covered. Get together with pals for lunch or dinner under the summer sun or host a small bash at STK OUT in Manhattan’s Midtown neighborhood.  Located on the Grace Building plaza, it'...

  • Get Hungry with These Wedding Invitations
    We’ve talked about engagement shoots and save-the-dates, and now we’re moving up to the big leagues — the wedding invitations.  More and more couples are exploring their playful side before the invites go out with creative save-the-...

  • Best of... Father's Day!
    Dear old Dad. He's always there putting a Band-Aid on your boo-boo, and helping you navigate life's speed bumps. He's the master griller, a carpenter, a funny man, and a million other things. Time flies — he's watched you grow, and...

  • Leighton Meester Is Addicted to Cooking Shows and More Celebrity News
    As we enter the first week of June, there's plenty of celebrity food and drink news to go around. What's going on this week? Leighton Meester makes her own popcorn seasoning, Brad Paisley shuts down Patsy's, and David Arquette is a do-gooder (...

  • Say Cheese with These 5 Party Ideas
    There’s no one way to enjoy cheese. In fact, we can’t even decide what the best way is to enjoy cheese. While some argue that a grilled cheese is best, others will say macaroni, and though we definitely have our favorites here at The Daily...

  • Ricky Eisen’s Tips for Hosting a Fun Summer Fete
    Summer is upon us and there are many reasons to get together and celebrate around the pool, at the beach, or in the yard with the grill hot and ready to go. While the same run-of-the-mill entertaining tips remain helpful from party to party —...

  • Food-Themed Engagement Shoots
    Weddings can be a bit stressful. All right, more than just a bit. However, there are tons of opportunities throughout the planning process that can be very fun for the bride and the groom. For instance, the engagement photo shoot.  We’ve seen...

  • Say Thank You with ThankThank Notes
    Let’s face it — we’ve lost many courteous traditions thanks to the Internet. While we may all know what our friends ate for lunch thanks to Twitter, many of the personalized, sentimental customs have gone down the drain.  Did your...

  • Sarah Jessica Parker and Anna Wintour Are Hosting a Dinner with the Obamas
    It’s safe to say that President Obama has a solid celebrity backing. With endorsements from famous faces like Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, and a slew of others, it’s no wonder he is so popular with the younger generation....

  • Amar'e Stoudemire Pops the Question Over Dinner in Paris
    Knicks superstar Amar'e Stoudemire's proposal plan went off without a hitch this weekend. The basketball player and Alexis Welch, the mother of his three children, were on a Paris getaway when he proposed.  After a tour of Paris, including a...

  • 8 Couture Donuts Across the Country
    Donuts, who doesn't love them? As a coffee pairing alone, they're one of America's favorite comfort foods alone with apple pie and burgers. What happens when the classic donut hole gets a makeover?  Dig into our 8 Couture Donuts Across...

  • Snooki Plans to Avoid Partying While Pregnant at the Jersey Shore
    The gang is all here. Filming of season six of The Jersey Shore has begun as all the cast members have moved in.  While the party is sure to get started very soon, there are definitely some changes for this season. Yea, we're talking about Snooki...

  • Seth Rogen, Emma Watson Partied with Beers and More Celebrity News
    While the week is winding down and we're all gearing up for the beach and pool, your favorite celebrities are wining and dining. Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez had dinner before he hit the road on his European tour, Vanessa Lachey is craving...

  • Skip the Hamptons for a Party at New York City's LAVO
    Can't make it to the Hamptons this weekend? Yeah, neither can we. But who cares when the party is still going on in New York City? This weekend, the beach is coming to you, because LAVO is back with its crazed Bikini Brunch. We’re pretty excited...

  • MTV Movie Awards: The Food Moments
    As we head into a summer filled with big-budget, action-packed blockbusters, let’s take the time to reflect on last year's films — at the MTV Movie Awards. That’s right, this Sunday, June 3, the golden popcorn will be awarded to...

  • Make Bar Snacks with a Twist
    Cocktail parties mean passed hors d'oeuvres and obviously, cocktails. While the same-old-same-old classics remain — pigs in a blanket, beef Wellington, crabcakes — there’s always an opportunity for a fresh face lift. Brad Farmerie,...

  • A 'Bachelorette' Anniversary Celebration
    Oh, matches made in reality TV heaven — how nice (and rare) it is when they last.  Many have tried, but few have achieved such a feat. But Bachelorette alum Ashley Hebert and fiancé J.P. Rosenbaum are still together, a rarity in the...

  • The Best of...Picnics!
    If you haven’t gotten the memo, we’re pretty excited about picnic season over here at The Daily Meal. With local markets producing an abundance of fresh, organic produce, making an afternoon lunch never seemed so tempting. If you don't...

  • Giuliana and Bill Rancic to Host a 'Guess the Sex' Party
    It’s no secret that E! correspondent Giuliana Rancic and her husband have had a tough time having a baby, due in part to her cancer diagnosis last year. But after a long road, the two happily announced the news that they’re expecting via a...

  • Jessica Simpson Excited About Weight Watchers and More Celebrity News
    Weddings, engagements, showers, and dirty dancing — looks like celebrity couples everywhere are celebrating. With Mark Zuckerberg's Italian honeymoon, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's engagement party,  and Rihanna choosing Drake...

  • Go Under the Sea with Canard, Inc.
    With surf, sun, and sand on the agenda this summer, it’s nearly impossible to avoid seafood this season. That is, unless you’re allergic, in which case you should stop reading — now. With endless opportunities to go "under the sea...

  • Decorate a Cake Like a Pro
    Let’s face it, we’re not all blessed when it comes to working in the kitchen. Luckily, there are outlets like The Daily Meal that are here to save you if this is the case.Yes, there are things that every cook should know, but what about when...

  • Have an Italian Picnic
    With the temperature on the rise, there is no better idea than kicking back and enjoying the great outdoors. And the perfect sunny day companion is always a basket full of goodies. Artisan, local, and seasonal ingredients all prepared and packaged in an...

  • Busy Philipps: Actress, Mom, and Professional Baker
    To celebrate summer and the launch of Bacardi’s Classic Cocktail Light collection, a new line of low-calorie, ready-to-serve beverages, actress Busy Phillips is taking center stage. The new face of the products, which are 95 calories and come in...

  • From the Runway to the Table
    Get ready, get set, because couture isn’t just for the runway anymore. Designers like McQueen, Pucci, and Givenchy are heading to the wedding world — with more than wedding dresses. Everything from wedding cakes and table runners to dessert...

  • Toast to the Weekend on National Wine Day
    Today may be National Brown Bag-It Day, but it is also National Wine Day — and it's Friday, even better! As most of us are heading out of the office early to prepare for Memorial Day weekend, kick off the celebrations by sharing a glass of your...

  • Khloe Kardashian Is a Great Tipper and More Celebrity News
    What a busy week! With the Billboard Music Awards this past weekend and the Cannes Film Festival still going strong, the celebrities were out and about. Now, with Memorial Day weekend upon us, be prepapred for lots of celebrity sightings next week....

  • Khloe Kardashian is A Great Tipper and More Celebrity News
    What a busy week! With the Billboard Awards and Cannes Festival still going on the celebrities were out and about. Now, with Memorial Day weekend upon us, be prepapred for lots of celebrity sightings next week. Highlights from this week? MarkZuckerberg...

  • A Tea Time Fit for the Queen
    To mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, Britain is celebrating the Diamond Jubilee with celebrations fit for a queen from June 2 to 5. While the English will be commemorating the Jubilee with pageants, parades, concerts and derbies,...

  • Go All-Out for National Brown Bag-It Day
    If you’re like us here at The Daily Meal, you’re pretty busy throughout the week. Forgetting to pack our lunch from home is a very common occurrence here at our office. We cook up a storm during weeknights and then are too tired to pack...

  • Say Hello to Your Summer Rooftop Hideaway
    Warm weather, a perfect view, and a stellar menu to match — yes, we’re trying to romance you. Are you feeling the love? Well, if it’s not us you’re getting it from, you’ll get it from someone at STK’s picturesque...

  • Say Hello to Your Summer Rooftop Hideaway
    Warm weather, a perfect view, and a stellar menu to match — yes, we’re trying to romance you. Are you feeling the love? Well, if it’s not us you’re getting it from, you’ll get it from someone at STK’s picturesque...

  • Must-Haves for Summer Entertaining
    Ready or not, summer is hot on your heels, so get prepared to take on the next three months like a champ, with all the right tools in tow. Click here for must-haves for summer entertaining! For some, the season of fun and sun means time spent at the beach...

  • The Best of… Memorial Day
    The sun is beaming, the flags are raised, and summer is about to officially commence. Happy Memorial Day Weekend — well, not quite yet, but very soon! While beaches will be booming and pools finally packed, the grill will be hot and ready to go....

  • Have an Eco-Friendly Memorial Day with Tips from Green Bride Guide
    Kate L. Harrison talks classic traditions with a green twist Memorial Day is sneaking up on us, and we’ve been gathering up tips left and right for the big summer celebration. With the grill ready to go and guests geared up to party, why not try...

  • The Key to Ryan Gosling's Heart Is in His Stomach
    Are they or aren't they? That's the question that has been surrounding the supposed seven-month relationship between heartthrob Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes.  Gosling, a cult favorite of both teens and adult ladies everywhere, is said to have...

  • Selena Gomez Eats Paint Swatches in '50 Shades of Blue'
    He's no Justin Bieber, but Carl the painter is making Selena Gomez all hot and bothered.  This spoof on 50 Shades of Grey, the huge best-seller that's reingniting the flame in couples everywhere, tells the story of Gomez and her...

  • Zokos: Host a Party Without the Hassle
    Throwing a party or hosting a dinner is not light on the wallet, especially when the guest list is a large one.  Which is why Zokos, a new service that helps you plan and budget your event with the help of your guests, was created. Instead of...

  • Summer Vegetarian Entertaining
    No offense to vegetarians, but I just can’t do it. I am a carnivore, and I am rejoicing that it’s National Burger Month. However, National Vegetarian Week is officially underway, and so it’s time to celebrate healthy living all around....

  • Zuckerberg Ate Sushi and Chocolate 'Mice' on Wedding Day
    Mark Zuckerberg is on a roll. A day after Facebook went public, the boy billionaire decided to make his relationship official — don't worry, he changed his status, too.  Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan kept it humble and tied the knot in a...

  • Inside Kourtney's Kardashian's Baby Shower
    A pink and white theme, featuring peonies, hydrangeas, and budding sweet pea centerpieces, was on the menu for Kourtney Kardashian's second baby shower, held in Los Angeles this week.  Filled with flamingos, cotton candy, and poolside treats, it...

  • The Wedding Games Crowns a Winner
    We recently revealed the Wedding Games by The Wedding Institute — from 12 "districts came 12 event planners with 12 Pinterest boards — all based on the Hunger Games. It was simple, the winner with the best Hunger Games-themed...

  • Chace Crawford Gets Girls with Easy Mac and More Celebrity News
    Sofia Vergara lets loose, Kim and Kanye are out on the town again, Miley is getting thinner by the minute, and Ed Westwick said he would've been a farmer if he wasn't playing Chuck Bass. Here's to another celeb-filled food news week....

  • Ricky Eisen's Entertaining Tips for Memorial Day
    Ricky Eisen, the celebrated Manhattan event planner and founder of Events and Celebrations by Between the Bread, has hosted many events in her 30-plus years in the business.  Summertime is a huge entertaining season and it officially begins with...

  • The Best of...Summer Weddings!
    Let’s face it, you’re probably attending at least two weddings this summer, if not having one of your own. Summer is peak time for nuptials for the obvious reasons — weather, flowers, and more outdoor photo opportunities — and we...

  • Create a Plum Mess Sundae at Your Summer Party
    When we think summer, the following comes to mind: beach, burger, ice cream. Agreed? We thought so.  To kick off summer, Jeni Britton Bauer of Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams in Colombus, Ohio, is showing The Daily Meal how to create a "plum mess...

  • Justin Bieber's Thoughts on Booze and More Celebrity News
    This week, the stars are out to play. Wining and dining from New York to Los Angeles, celebrity friends like Jake Gyllenhaal and Jay-Z, Britney Spears and Demi Lovato, and lovebirds Chord Overstreet and Emma Roberts were getting together over dinner....

  • Favorite Food-Related Children's Books
    Some of us grew up at the kitchen table watching our grandmothers and mothers make amazing dishes come to life, like blueberry pie or a classic dish of spaghetti. While we had front row seats to the delicious action, some other kids weren't so lucky...

  • Drew Barrymore Served Her Own Wine at Her Engagement Party
    Drew Barrymore is celebrating left and right these days!  Barrymore and fiancé Will Kopelman are engaged and expecting and have been getting their party on to toast all the excitement. A few weeks ago, the couple had a wedding shower...

  • New York Pastry Chefs Create Fashionable Eats From the Runway
    Ah, Vogue. The ultimate fashion superpower apparently has power over the culinary world as well. Well, let's face it, Anna Wintour really can control any situation she wants, no matter what the category or genre.  In this instance, the folks at...

  • Nikki Joel Talks Healthy Eating for the Whole Family
    Los Angeles lifestyle expert and mother of two Nikki Joel is talking to The Daily Meal about healthy living for moms, kids, and the whole family. Her blog, Lifestyle Lemonaid, covers everything from mommy advice and mommy must-dos to relationship advice...

  • Have a Picnic Date at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic
    Get your binoculars ready! The annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic has arrived. On Saturday, June 2, at New Jersey’s Liberty State Park, the summer’s unique and truly chic social event will take place and The Daily Meal is here to get you ready...

  • Food Bars: The New Wedding Craze
    Long gone are the days of just a simple (or not-so-simple) three-tiered wedding cake. While the classic confection is still popular, now often found in creative sizes, shapes, hues, and adorned with many embellishments, different desserts and other...

  • What Guys Really Want for the 'Big Game'
    It is widely known that men love their sports, whether their favorite is America's pastime (baseball) or America's passion (football). It doesn't matter whether its basketball or hockey, all sports fans love the time of year when it all comes...

  • Personalize Your Wedding with Etsy
    With the boom of Internet inspirations like tumblr, Pinterest, and lover.ly, wanting to customize your wedding and even your registry is understandable. These sites, in addition to the dozens of wedding blogs and magazines, have boosted a growing trend in...

  • Chefs' Mother’s Day Entertaining Tips
    It’s no surprise that boys and men like to dote on their mothers —you know, the whole mama’s boy thing. The need to shower the women in their life with love and affection should spill over into all 365 days of the year obviously, but on...

  • Host a Burger Bash
    If you haven't gotten the memo yet, it's National Burger Month. Yes, as if May doesn't have enough festivities already, it's also a nationwide ode to our favorite summer fare.  While burgers are great in our book all year round, they...

  • Best Wedding Apps for the Big Day
    Planning a wedding is no easy task — just ask a bride and she'll yell at you, er, tell you. And not only is prepping for the big day a huge project, but it's rather expensive, considering the rates of planners and coordinators, not to...

  • Donatella Arpaia on How She Celebrates Mother’s Day
    You’ve seen her get tough as a judge on Food Network’s Iron Chef America and The Next Iron Chef, but off camera Donatella Arpaia is just as determined. As mother of one and a New York restaurateur who has opened 10 restaurants including...

  • The Best of... Mother's Day
    Good old Mom — she's always there when you need her, isn't she? She cuts the edges of your PB&J and makes sure you're wearing matching socks, she listens about your long day at school or work, and she makes you soup on rainy days....

  • Lady Gaga's Used Teacup Sells for $75K at Auction and More Celebrity News
    This week is starting off with a boom: Kim Kardashian has officially become a foodie on Instagram, Lindsay Lohan and Woody Allen have a random dinner meeting, and Lady Gaga's used teacup is apparently worth $75K.  Restaurant Buzz...

  • How Will Justin Bieber Celebrate His High School Graduation?
    Justin Bieber is a free man. Well, not really.  The 18-year-old teen heartthrob and pop singer found the time between wining and dining girlfriend Selena Gomez, promoting his new album, and hauking his fragrance to graduate high school. He tells the...

  • Shower Mom with Flowers... and Brunch at Ristorante Asellina
    Along with Valentine's Day, Mother's Day is one of the biggest days for florists everywhere — just do the math. So nix the hassle and create an arrangement yourself at New York City's Ristorante Asellina, where brunch and a bouquet come...

  • Hungry? Head on Over to Strangers for Dinner
    Are you new in town, traveling, or just not blessed with social butterfly skills? Fear not, the answer has arrived. Strangers for Dinner is an online service for both hosts and guests looking for a little social interaction and a great meal. Sign up via...

  • A Four Seasons Hotel Wedding: An Experience in Itself
    With nearly 5,000 weddings in their lineup in 2011, it's safe to say that the wedding consultants at the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts know a thing or two about planning the best day of someone’s life. Not only are their weddings luxe, lavish...

  • Grouper’s CEO Michael Waxman Talks Group Outings and Good Bars
    Blind dates are not usually the easiest dinners to sit through — the realm of the unknown can be pretty unsettling. However, what happens when you get rid of that whole awkward scenario and turn it into a pleasant experience? Blind dates can become...

  • Molly Sims Celebrates Her Baby Shower with Gourmet Food
    Molly Sims and friends celebrated her baby shower this past weekend. The former supermodel and actress is pregnant with her first child, a baby boy, and her shower was a vision in blue. The shower took place this past Saturday at a home in West Hollywood...

  • VIDEO: A Cinco de Mayo Tequila Pairing Dinner
    Cinco de Mayo is officially upon us! While many of us already have purchased our avocados and sombreros, let’s not forget the most important factor, the tequila. If we’re going to ring in the May 5 the right way, we need to be properly...

  • Host an 'Avengers' Party for the Little Superhero
    Who’s excited about The Avengers movie? Generations both young and old will be flocking to movie theaters this weekend to see their favorite superheroes come together and fight in the summer’s first official blockbuster. While for adults and...

  • Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift Make Cupcakes and More Celebrity News
    This week, it seemed like more celebrities were staying in instead of going out — Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift partied like teenagers, Mila Kunis ordered takeout, and Courtney Love needs a chicken potpie from Dean and Deluca delivered to her...

  • Ricky Eisen's Cinco de Mayo Hosting Tips
    Ricky Eisen, the celebrated Manhattan event planner and founder of Events and Celebrations by Between the Bread, has hosted many events in her 30-plus years in the business. And now she is spilling her tricks of the trade to The Daily Meal yet again, this...

  • Throw a Princess and the Pea Party
    Kids are always going through phases —superheroes, Disney, or even dinosaurs. Whatever your child is into these days, it’s probably taken over their rooms, their toys, and maybe even their wardrobe. Next year, they will be having a new...

  • 'Boyfriend' Justin Bieber & Selena Gomez: Their Romantic Dates Around the World
    Bieber fever — a term we have all come to know and, for some of us, love. Millions of fans across the globe have incessantly swooned and sobbed over his presence, but although his fans may have eyes for no one else, Justin Bieber has someone special...

  • Jessica Simpson's Baby Is Eating Like a Champ and More Celebrity News
    This week is starting off pretty quietly in the celebrity food world. Jessica Simpson's daughter Maxwell already has a big appetite, Charlie Sheen is suing a sushi-serving strip club, and we'll kiss Mark Wahlberg in that apron, for sure. Here we...

  • Mariah Carey Eats Pastry at Her Twins' Parisian 1st Birthday
    Mariah Carey is a true diva and it seems she's passing the baton to her kids already.  The singer and her husband Nick Cannon whisked their adorable twins off to Paris to celebrate their first birthday with a luxe soirée. The couple...

  • The Best of… the Kentucky Derby
    And we're back! Welcome to week two of our "Best of..." boards on Pinterest. Now, while many of you enjoyed the Cinco de Mayo board, let's not forget that this week is two-fold in holidays: Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby. So...

  • Beyoncé Shares How She's Losing the Baby Weight
    Yes, yes we know Beyoncé is People's Most Beautiful Woman in the World, but that was last week's news. This week's news? How she stays fit post-baby and how she prepared to give birth.  While the world was waiting to meet Beyonc...

  • Jessica Simpson's Postnatal Diet Plans
    Jessica Simpson finally had her baby! The singer and fiancé Eric Johnson welcomed a bouncing baby girl named Maxwell Drew Johnson. She weighed in at 9 pounds 13 ounces. After what seemed like a very long pregnancy, Simpson was induced today....

  • 'Midnight in Paris' Partying
    Let's head back to one of Paris' most amazing eras, the 1920s, when the city was filled with all things divine, decadent, and dripping with upper crust charm. Take inspiration from this stellar soirée as you plan your own period party....

  • Balancing Entertaining and Cooking
    Meet Rebecca Goldfarb, chef and owner of The Social Table, the place where good food and fun people come together over shared meals, a glass of wine, and the experience of cooking it all while learning a thing or two in the kitchen. Goldfarb chatted with...

  • Celebrate May Day
    Today is May Day, so here's a little guide to what that means and what you can do to celebrate:  May Day is an old pagan holiday that has been celebrated since ancient Roman times, when revelers would celebrate the upcoming growing season and...

  • The White House Correspondents' Association Dinner: The Recap
    They came, they posed, and they laughed — yes, we're talking about the 2012 White House Correspondents' Association Dinner this weekend. After famous faces like Reese Witherspoon, Elle Macpherson, Lindsay Lohan, and Chace Crawford walked the...

  • Kim and Khloe Kardashian Throw Pizza Out Their Hotel Window and More Celebrity News
    Restaurant Buzz • Victoria Beckham and celebrity hairstylist Ken Paves were Starbucks baristas for a day in Beijing, China. [Twitter/VictoriaBeckham] • To celebrate Barbra Streisand's 70th birthday, 80 guests, including famous...

  • Sophie Does Story Time on New York’s Upper East Side
    Last week we introduced you to our newest fabulous contributor, Sophie. This week, we’re talking about her wonderful reading on the Upper East Side hosted by chic mom web site Elizabeth Street, where the treats were just as fashionable as the attire...

  • The Best of… Cinco de Mayo
    Throughout the year, we are graced with a surplus of holidays — big and small, frivolous and sentimental — that arrive like clockwork. In order to successfully juggle these annual calendar dates, we at The Daily Meal thought it best to round...

  • The White House Correspondents' Association Dinner: Who's Going
    Well, here we are again. Another year, another White House Correspondents' Association Dinner; this year marks it's 98th year. Now that awards season is more or less behind us, these celebrities need a reason to get together, and what better...

  • Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Take Manhattan, Part 2, and More Celebrity News
    Celebrites are busy, busy, busy this week! They're out and about and dining all over, as the warm weather continues to draw out famous faces. Oh, and Oprah had "her people" hand a wad of cash and a hot meal to a homeless man named Eddie....

  • Meet Beyonce, the World’s Most Beautiful Woman and Her Favorite Foods
    It's no surprise that this lady topped the list for People’s annual honorary issue. Besides her 16 Grammy wins, her effortless style, her killer body, and being one-half of one of the most powerful couples in the business, she is a down-to-earth...

  • Original Is the New Trend
    A trend is something that’s of the moment — but what about when the right now-thing is to be original? If everyone is marching do the beat of their own drum, then nothing is the same, and we find ourselves in a creative pickle. Such is the...

  • New From Amazon: Order Your Wedding Online
    While we’re on the subject of weddings — as we have been lately — let’s talk registering. Yes, it’s not all that difficult to register, but what if you're looking to get it all done in one place? Introducing the ultimate...

  • 'The Five-Year Engagement's' Rules
    Planning a wedding can be super stressful, as many of us know, especially when there are a ton of people involved. While some guests are concerned with the vegetarian options on the menu or hotel prices or even table seating arrangements, it's not...

  • Did Anne Hathaway Shed Too Much Weight?
    How far would you go for an opportunity? As far as to practically starve?  For actor Anne Hathaway, the answer is yes. After scoring the potentially Oscar-worthy role of Fantine in the classic Les Misérables, the loveable starlet...

  • National Picnic Day for Eco-Lovers
    Grab that wicker basket and that gingham blanket and get ready to go.  National Picnic Day is something to enjoy with friends and family. Though it's a celebratory event, this day could just be the first of many in a spring and summer filled with...

  • National Picnic Day for Eco-Lovers
    Grab that wicker basket and that gingham blanket and get ready to go.  National Picnic Day is something to enjoy with friends and family. Though it's a celebratory event, this day could just be the first of many picnics in a spring and summer...

  • May the Odds Be Ever in Your (Wedding) Favor
    Do you have what it takes to channel your inner Katniss? Well, 12 ladies in the wedding business think they do, that's for sure. Across the globe, a dozen women have to decided to offer themselves up as "tribute" to create wedding...

  • Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Dine Romantically in Rome and More Celebrity News
    The nice weather is bringing celebrities out on the town! In New York and Los Angeles, Mariah Carey, Gwyneth Paltrow, Charlize Theron, and others were taking their meals at some of the country's best restaurants. Restaurant Buzz • Will and...

  • Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade Ate Before The White House State Dinner and More Celebrity News
    The nice weather is bringing celebrities out on the town! In New York and Los Angeles, Mariah Carey,  Gwenyth Paltrow, Charlize Theron, and others were taking their meals at some of the country's best restaurants. Restaurant Buzz Will and Grace...

  • Get Ready to Meet Sophie
    We here at The Daily Meal are adamant about bringing our readers the best tips from expert sources. So we are proud to announce a very exciting addition to our list of contributors — Sophie! A character more curious than George, Sophie has already...

  • Jason Segel Gets Healthy for Michelle Williams and More Celebrity News
    Welcome back to the first installment of this week's double celebrity roundup. What's interesting in celebrity news this week? Miley Cyrus had a blender bender, Suri Cruise celebrates her sixth birthday with ice cream, and April Bloomfield cooked...

  • Jason Segel is Exercising More and Eating Better for Michelle Williams and More Celebrity News
    Welcome back to the first installment of this week's double celeb roundup. What's interesting in celebrity news this week? Miley Cyrus had a blender bender, Suri Cruise celebrates 6 with ice cream, and April Bloomfield cooked dinner for Chuck Bass...

  • Hunger Pains: A Fashion-Meets-Food Story
    Waffle skinny jeans anyone? How about a crostini mini or a challah bolero?  The pairing of fashion and food has now crossed a new line. While the two worlds have collided on many occasions in years past, they have recently been fused together, by...

  • Eggs Benedict Bonanza
    Happy Eggs Benedict Day!  Avid brunchers are well aware that this dish is  nothing short than fantastic. A culinary chameleon, it can transform itself into eggs Florentine, eggs Provençal, eggs Blackstone, and the list goes on. ...

  • Extreme Bridal Dieting
    It's no shocker that many brides attempt to drop a few pounds before they step into their wedding dress and walk down the aisle. This process would normally consist of a strict diet and a rigid, intense excercise regime, but times seem to have changed...

  • Miley Cyrus Inhales Some Fast Food, and More Celebrity News
    Snooki is having healthy cravings, JWOWW is spring-grilling, and Diet Coke now comes in corsets thanks to Jean Paul Gaultier. Here's the end of the week celebrity recap. Restaurant Buzz • Model Joan Smalls is sure to visit one spot when she...

  • Host a Grilled Cheese Party
    Not only is April Grilled Cheese Month, but today is Grilled Cheese Day — double whammy! While the classic one slice-two slice diner staple still remains a favorite of children, adults, and those in need of a good hangover cure, things have gotten a...

  • Our Readers' Go-To Party Recipes
    Within the next few months, party season will begin full force — spring will turn into summer and that means outdoor hosting, passed hors d' oeuvres and finger foods, and exciting menus. We know what we’re cooking up here at The Daily Meal...

  • Tina Fey Fights Off Elmo with Hot Dog Buns, and More Celebrity News
    In the first installment of this week's roundup, Tina Fey ganged up on Elmo and Cookie Monster, Howard Stern is a pescatarian after rescuing a seagull, Amanda Bynes went dry at a bar crawl, and Scott Disick is opening up a Japanese restaurant in...

  • Let's Tangerine Tango
    Eggplant purple, salmon pink, coffee, olive green, sherbert, wild cherry—while no shade, not even these food named hues, will truly ever beome the "new black," this red-orange has sure been pushing the envelope. Named the official color of...

  • Ricky Eisen's Tips for Hosting a Garden Party
    Ricky Eisen, the celebrated Manhattan event planner and founder of Events & Celebrations by Between the Bread, has hosted many events in her 30-plus years in the business. And now she is spilling her tricks of the trade to The Daily Meal yet again,...

  • Ricky Eisen's Tips for Hosting a Garden Party
    Ricky Eisen, the celebrated Manhattan event planner and founder of Events & Celebrations by Between the Bread, has hosted many events in her 30-plus years in the business. And now she is spilling her tricks of the trade to The Daily Meal yet again,...

  • Ricky Eisen's Tips for Hosting a Garden Party
    Ricky Eisen, the celebrated Manhattan event planner and founder of Events & Celebrations by Between the Bread, has hosted many events in her 30-plus years in the business. And now she is spilling her tricks of the trade to The Daily Meal yet again,...

  • Meet the 'Appy Couple'
    If this summer consists of trekking on a whirlwind tour of America hopping from wedding to wedding, this app is for you. Meet Appy Couple, a free app that lets soon-to-be married couples keep their guests informed of their latest wedding details with the...

  • Baking with Sarabeth Levine
    Doing the same thing, anything, for a long time can become tedious, tiresome — boring, even. That’s why coming across someone who has been in their field for more than 30 years and is still over the moon about the same thing they’ve done...

  • Kanye West and Kim Kardashian Take Manhattan and More Celebrity News
    As we wrap up the week, let's note the following highlights: Kanye West and Kim Kardashian are parading their new-found romance all over Manhattan, Emma Stone compares Andrew Garfield and Ryan Gosling to apples and oranges, and Mary J. Blige loves...

  • Easter Basket Essentials
    Trailing just behind Halloween, Easter is definitely in second place when it comes to sweets and candy for kids. While there are so many creative confections to make at home, let’s face it, not everyone has the time for that! Thankfully, there are...

  • Tim Tebow Sweeps New York Restaurant Scene and More Celebrity News
    Whew, a busy week so far in celebrity news! Tim Tebow is getting the red carpet treatment in New York, Tracy Morgan continues to obsess over Benihana, and Anne Hathaway is crash-dieting to lose 15 pounds ASAP.  Restaurant Buzz • New Jets...

  • 10 Kid-Friendly Easter Treats
      With Easter just around the corner, it’s time to think about how to make it fun for the kids in the family. Whether you're planning for your own children or a big group, it’s time to kick that classic Easter egg hunt to the curb...

  • Cook the Book: '50 Shades of Grey' Trilogy
    E.L. James' sexy stunner, 50 Shades of Grey, has been riding high atop the best-seller charts for the past few weeks. The books originated from Twilight fan fiction that earned a ton of readership thanks to steamy scenes between Edward and Bella...

  • Be the Best Guest
    It’s Friday night and it's time for the dreaded meet-the-parents dinner — yes, the parents of the girlfriend/boyfriend you’ve been dating for a few months now. Your mind is spinning. Are wine or flowers appropriate gifts? What about...

  • Bradley Cooper Wants to Come to Your Party
    The so-called "sexiest man alive" and star of hit movies like The Hangover, Wedding Crashers, and Wet Hot American Summer, Cooper insists that he's just an ordinary everyday nerd looking for a pleasant soirée where plain-looking women...

  • Cookie Decorating 101
    A few days ago, after lunch at a café, my boyfriend turned to the main counter where the desserts were and pointed. "I want that one," he said. I looked over, expecting to see some decadent chocolate mousse or an adorable petit four...

  • Victoria Beckham Works International Food Day and More Celebrity News
    As a rather quiet week in celebrity food news draws to a close, here are a few highlights: Hilary Duff's new son Luca; Lady Gaga's fun, healthy, and family-filled birthday; and more breast-feeding from another celebrity mom, Selma Blair....

  • 21 Jaw-Dropping Wedding Cakes
    Wedding cakes are a rite of passage for any newlywed couple. On the big day, the cake is sliced and admired, and a year later, the couple breaks out the leftovers to celebrate their first anniversary. Though the ritual remains, the appearance of a wedding...

  • Alicia Silverstone Feeds Her Son Like a Bird and More Celebrity News
    This week's midpoint brings us a whole lot of Jennifer Lawrence and unique mothering habits by January Jones and Alicia Silverstone. See you on Friday!  Restaurant Buzz • Chops & Hops restaurant removed the "Carribbean Black...

  • Easter Entertaining Tips From a Pro
    Being in the catering business for 20-plus years will definitely make someone an expert, and that’s exactly what Ricky Eisen has become — a culinary pro. With hundreds of parties, events, and two successful businesses under her belt, it...

  • Take a Peek at New York Magazine's Wedding Event
    Planning a dream wedding can cause even the most put-together bride to get a little flustered. But for those in New York, there's hope for you yet — New York Magazine's Wedding Event, a one-stop shop for bridal queries galore, is this...

  • Justin Bieber Threw a Steak on His Black Eye and More in Celebrity News
    The second half of this week's celebrity roundup is a rather quiet one. Kim Kardashian got floured, Elizabeth Banks loves meat too much to become a vegetarian, and Snooki gets a little wiser when it comes to drinking.  Seen & Heard •...

  • Spring Into Entertaining
    Spring is officially upon us! On the East Coast and the West Coast alike, flowers are starting to bloom and the grass is becoming a little greener. Warmer weather brings with it a ton of options for entertaining — patio dining, a picnic in the park...

  • Katie Holmes Takes Suri to ABC Kitchen and More Celebrity News
    In today's roundup, The Situation checked into rehab, while birthdays were celebrated with "poison apple" cake and chef Daniel Boulud's jambon-beurre. Seen & Heard • Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino finally...

  • Bridal Registering 101
    Now that we’ve prepped brides with A Bride's Ultimate Wedding Checklist and our guide to No-Fail Bridal Showers, it’s time for the fun to really begin — registering! Registering can be overwhelming for two reasons: First, you get a...

  • Jessica Simpson Throws Pink Baby Shower
    So, Jessica Simpson's baby shower was this past weekend (yes, she is still pregnant, somehow) and it was a star-studded event to say the least. Guests included sister Ashlee Simpson, Jessica Alba, Elle Macpherson, and Ellen Pompeo, all with their kids...

  • Liam Hemsworth Slims for 'Hunger Games,' and More Celebrity News
    After a busy first few days in celebrity food-news this week, we're continuing on with a packed recap! In today's roundup: Rihanna can't stop losing weight by accident, while ex-boyfriend Drake sets the scene for a first date, er, interview,...

  • Sandwich of the Week: Grilled Chipotle Pastrami at Sam La Grassa's in Boston
    While planning my trip to Boston over President's Day weekend it became clear that rather than work a half day and leave straight from the office, I had to take a full day off. Why? I had to go to Sam La Grassa's, a family-run sandwich spot in...

  • Drake Puts the Moves on with 'Sixteen Candles' and White Wine Spritzers
    While many adolescent girls pine for Canadian rapper Drake, none were so lucky as freelance writer Claire Hoffman. Hoffman interviewed Drake for GQ's April cover story and found herself in the pretty ornate backyard of his San Fernando Valley mansion...

  • The Bachelor Picks the Best Wine for Your Date
    In the wake of Monday night's 3-hour season finale of The Bachelor, many viewers were left with questions, about both the show and the rumors circulating the tabloids. Maybe were unsure of bachelor Ben Flajnik and Courtney Robertson's status, but...

  • Snooki Warned of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and More Celebrity News
    Lately there has been such a surplus of celebrity food-related news that we're making this single scoop of superstar fun a double! On Wednesdays and Fridays, look out for the new bi-weekly recap. So far this week, Snooki gets slammed on her behavior...

  • No-Fail Baby Showers
    Ah, babies — little bundles of joy that come wrapped in cozy pink or blue cashmere. Well, not all babies come this way, but they certainly should! But before the nine months of pregnancy are up and the baby arrives, there is a whole lot to plan,...

  • President Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron Bond at March Madness
    Last night, British Prime Minister David Cameron arrived in town for an official visit to the White House, but not before having a little fun. President Obama whisked Cameron off to Ohio only hours after his arrival in D.C. The gentlemen stopped...

  • Olivier Martinez Confirms Engagement at Restaurant Opening
    As we reported last month, Olivier Martinez's Miami restaurant, Villa Azur, a South of France-meets-South Beach eatery, was in the works. And this past weekend, Martinez, Michael Martin, and Jean-Phillipe Bernard celebrated the opening of their...

  • The Daily Meal's Best-Dressed Chefs
    "Best-Dressed" usually describes celebrities on the red carpet, fashionistas, or the popular girl in high school, but it doesn't often precede the word "chef." Well, there are in fact a few culinary professionals out there who...

  • No-Fail Bridal Showers
    Wedding season is almost upon us, and as calendars begin to fill up with bachelorette parties and Sunday nuptials, let's focus on what comes before the big day: the bridal shower. Yes, dreaded by some and beloved by others, a bridal shower is a rite...

  • Celine Dion Buys a Deli and More in Celebrity News
    This week was a rather slow week in celebrity food news, but there were a few interesting highlights. These include Lady Gaga potentially going into the wine business, haggis on Top Model, and Marc Jacobs talking about peanut butter commercials. Onto the...

  • Jessica Simpson Talks Cravings in ELLE
    Another pregnant celebrity, another nude magazine cover. Jessica Simpson, who is due any second, is the most recent famous face to grace a magazine while baring it all — including her baby bump. On ELLE’s April cover, the blonde beauty...

  • Kim Kardashian Decides What to Do with Her Wedding Gifts
    There isn’t a person on this planet who isn’t aware of the 72-day marriage of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries. Now, while there has been much publicized judgment passed on the short-term couple, one thing is evident — their wedding...

  • Jennifer Lawrence Dines From the Minibar and More in Celebrity News
    With awards season officially over, we can now focus on our run-of-the-mill celebrity food news. What tops this week's list? Kevin Federline wants his kids to work at McDonald's, Paul Dano chops onions, and Justin Bieber turned 18.  Stylish...

  • Honeymoon Funding: Tasteful or Tacky?
    Weddings — they’re emotional, they’re romantic, and let’s face it, they’re expensive. It’s no secret that weddings can easily break the bank, unless eloping or just going down to City Hall on a lunch break is the...

  • Finnish Ladies Are Proposing Today
    Every few years, make that four to be exact, the women of Finland and Ireland are urged to pop the question to their beloved. Why? Simply for good luck — and without this good luck the marriage might be doomed. In Greece it's the exact opposite...

  • 2012 St. Patrick's Day Primer
    On St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is Irish — it’s a rule. On this upcoming beloved green day you’re meant to eat a lot, drink even more, and enjoy each other’s company. The Daily Meal has every type of celebration covered...

  • A Bride’s Ultimate Wedding Checklist
    The first few days and weeks after getting engaged are marvelous — the ring, the champagne, the awe, and the living-on-a-cloud. Then, that question arises: "So, did you two set a date?" Let the madness begin. Some people have been...

  • Oscar Partying Into the Night
    And award season is officially over! As Meryl Streep clutched her third golden statue and Jean Dujardin danced his way out of the show, the entire A-list audience thought the same thing — "Thank God, that’s over." Though Billy...

  • Snooki Banned From Local Wine Shop and More Celebrity News
    Is Linsanity still Linsane? We're not really sure, but we are definitely sure that Bobby Brown didn't have to leave Whitney Houston's funeral to dine, dance, and gamble the night away. In the wake of the beloved diva's death, celebrity...

  • A Wintertime Guide to Entertaining
    With the weather being a bit bipolar this season, it's no surprise that Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this Groundhog's Day. With the East Coast slacking in the snow department and the West getting their fair share, these extra weeks will help...

  • Ultra Classy Oscars Party Ideas
    This weekend, awards season will come to a close with the Cadillac of awards shows — the Academy Awards. Now, while it's fun to prep and see all nine Best Picture nominees (shame on you if you didn’t!), the real entertainment is watching...

  • Wolfgang Puck Serves Up Style at the 2012 Oscars
    We are just days away from the biggest awards night of the year. As Billy Crystal prepares his monologue for the umpteenth time and the Academy seals the envelopes, we commoners at home will be watching our E! Red Carpet Coverage and really wondering what...

  • Halle Berry's Fiancé to Open Miami Restaurant
    In the wake of his engagement to Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry, Olivier Martinez has something else up his sleeve. Martinez, a French import, has paired up with friend Michael Martin and restaurateur Jean-Phillippe Bernard to bring a...

  • Buy an All-Inclusive Wedding at The Plaza for $55K
    The Daily Byte has covered quite a few wedding stories these past few days, including exploding wedding cakes, a pricey proposal, and maid-of-honor duties. Here's another one to add to the heap: a big deal on the big day. Think classic New York,...

  • Sam Talbot Shows How to Cook for Your Date
    Someone wise once said that "the key to a man's heart is in his stomach." Well, if that's the case, then we better get in the kitchen. What better way to woo a gentleman than with a gentleman chef, Sam Talbot, demonstrating the ABCs of...

  • Chef Sam Talbot Teaches How to Cook For Your Date
    Someone wise once said that "the key to a man's heart is in his stomach." Well, if that's the case then we better get in the kitchen! What better way to woo a gentleman caller than with a gentelman chef, Sam Talbot, demonstrating the ABC...

  • Who Went Where After 2012's Grammy Awards
    While Whitney Houston’s death cast an ominous shadow over last night’s Grammys, the underlying message from friends and fellow musicians was that the best way to honor Whitney was to celebrate her life — and celebrate they did. After...

  • Anne Hathaway Celebrates Engagement with Vegan Cupcakes, and More
    In light of a Giant victory, the week started off a little slow. But a few of our favorite famous faces made headlines for some food-related news, especially with cupcakes. • Lindsay Lohan's dad recently applied for a job at Burger King as a way...

  • Where the Glamourati Dine During Fashion Week
    Gather up your heels, ladies. Fashion week is back. The bi-annual, four-week long extravaganza of models, ready-to-wear, makeup, and a whole lot of Anna Wintour has arrived. The clacker of heels echoes in the tents of Lincoln Center in New York for the 90...

  • Betsey Johnson Brings the Sweet to Fashion Week
    Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week made its grand entrance today at the tents at Lincoln Center. While many of New York's hottest designers are preparing to showcase their collections, Betsey Johnson is debuting something else.  In addition to her usual...

  • Pop the Question with a Cupcake
    An ideal proposal usually consists of the following: the perfect guy, a gorgeous ring, a night to remember, and a cupcake. Wait, what? Yes, a cupcake. A delicious red velvet cupcake topped with an 8-carat diamond stunner rather than some sprinkles can...

  • How to Do Valentine’s Day Right, Wherever Your Heart Lies
    It’s official — while the aisles of your local pharmacy have been splashed with various Valentine’s Day hues of red and pink since Dec. 26, now they are beginning to get a bit bare, which means the "loveliest" holiday is...

  • Want a Date with a Baller Chef?
    Those ballers over at The Meatball Shop have been keeping busy, and all work and no play makes chef Daniel Holzman a lonely boy. A new cookbook, a second and third branch of the restaurant, and a modeling gig have made it hard for one half of The Meatball...

  • Boxed Wine: Bad Reputation or Just Bad?
    It’s no secret that boxed wine has a bad reputation. The stereotypical beverage of choice of college kids and underpaid assistants alike, it has remained unscathed as the end-all-be-all inexpensive solution to entertaining. Just because it's...

  • Demi Moore Really Loves Red Bull and More in Celebrity News
    In this week's celebrity roundup, Blake Lively endorses chocolate and Madonna ate pizza in honor of the big game on Sunday. Also, there is now a drinking game involving the phenomenon that is Martin Scorsese, which will be really fun come Feb. 26....

  • 10 Valentine's Day Chocolates to Love (and Hate)
    Ah, Valentine's Day, the holiday of Hallmark. For mushy romantics and Valentine's dissenters alike, the time around Feb. 14 heralds an explosion of specialty chocolates. Shelves get so packed that the array of choices can be dizzying, and the...

  • Miley Cyrus Eats Phallic Cake, and More Celebrity News
    Welcome to a new mix at The Daily Meal, where we revisit the week in celebrity-related food news. Up this week? A provocative teen sensation takes it a little too far, a game show host likes to kick ‘em back, and a former Sexiest Man Alive is...

  • Karl Lagerfeld, Designing for Winemakers?
    Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s leading man, has had quite the busy week. In addition to showing his collection in a mock airplane during Spring 2012 Couture Fashion Week in Paris, getting a cat (Choupette!), launching a new line for Net-a-Porter, and...

  • Models Eat During Fashion Week, Too
    Fashion Week: four weeks, four cities, about 20,000 wardrobe changes, and the click-clacks of a million heels strutting their stuff. With less than a month until Fall/Winter 2013 fashion week kicks off in New York, The Cut caught up with male model David...

  • Girl Tries Reviving Mom with a Slice of Pizza
    Heroes, we love to love them; they come to our rescue, they do it casually, and they live to tell the tale. So is the story of 7-year-old Rita Lawlor of Sarasota, Fla., who came to her mother’s aid when she found her unconscious on the floor of...

  • This Woman Eats Cat Food
    TLC’s My Strange Addiction has featured some oddball and addictive eating habits in its past seasons. Things like eating plastic, rocks, cigarette butts, toilet paper, glass, and even the ashes of a late husband have all graced the screen...

  • Want to Tour the 'Downton Abbey' Set?
    While many die-hard fans enjoy visiting the sets of their favorite shows, or going on city tours (Forks, Wash., anyone?), this Downton Abbey tour takes fandom to the next level. Highclere Castle, the home to cult-favorite Downton Abbey, is opening its...

  • Scouting for Girl Scout Cookies Just Got Easier
    It’s that time of year again — Girl Scout cookie season! Now, if you've been waiting by your front door for a dainty little knock or a ring from your local neighborhood Girl Scout, life just got simpler — cue the Girl Scout Cookie...

  • In-N-Out Opened in Sydney for an Hour
    Yesterday, Barrio Chino, a Mexican spot in Sydney, graciously lent its restaurant to In-N-Out for a day-long pop-up event. Now before you Aussies get your hopes up, In-N-Out has no plans of expanding to Australia. The brand was merely spreading the...

  • McDonald's Realizes Not Everyone Is 'Lovin' It'
    It’s no secret that McDonald's is a household name; the fast-food empire has outposts from here to Tokyo and on six continents in between (sans Antarctica). So, what happened when they asked the Twitter universe to wax poetic about their...

  • 'Finding North' Examines America's Hunger Problem
    Hunger, a topic we find extremely important at The Daily Meal, is taking center stage in the documentary Finding North, which just premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Brought to you by Kristi Jacobson and Lori Silverbush, wife of chef Tom Colicchio...

  • Welcome to Brokelandia
    A perfect parody of Fred Armisen’s Portlandia, welcome to Brokelandia, where two in-the-know Brooklyn locavores battle it out over must-eats throughout the beloved New York borough. If you aren’t convinced that their knowledge is up to par,...

  • Welcome to Brokelandia
    A perfect parody of Fred Armisen’s Portlandia, welcome to Brokelandia where two in-the-know Brooklyn locavores battle it out over must-eats throughout the beloved New York borough. If you aren’t convinced that their knowledge is up to par,...

  • White Castle Knows How to Do Romantic
    Looking to have a really special Valentine’s Day? Head over to White Castle, where things will be heating up (Personal table service! Romantic décor!). Reservations are available now (and according to White Castle, going fast), with...

  • Alternative Milk Becomes the Stuff of Nightmares
    Apparently, The National Milk Processor Board doesn't really like "alternative milk" and by that they mean substitutes like rice, cashew, soy, and all the other nondairy "milk" options on the shelf. So naturally, they chose to...

  • The French Do Weight Watchers en Vogue
    Fresh off our America's 50 Most Powerful People in Food for 2012 list, Weight Watchers is making headlines for its unique campaign in France.  While Americans take a cue to shed a few pounds from shows like The Biggest Loser and celebrity...

  • Want to Crash a Wedding? There’s an App for That
    Life gets a little boring after the holidays, but now a new app helps you party on someone else's dime. Crash Corsage, created by Eric Schlakman, helps you channel your inner Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson à la Wedding Crashers by giving you all...

  • 'Blossom' Star Blooms on Her Own Blog
    Does the name Dr. Mayim Bialik ring a bell to you? No? How about Amy Fowler? Alright, alright, we’ll pull this card out — do you know Blossom Russo? For late bloomers, you know Mayim Bialik as neurobiologist Amy Fowler, the “girlfriend...

  • Brad Pitt Eats a Lot in Movies
    Besides his fairly recent obsession to do good while adopting a baseball team’s worth of children, there is another thing that Brad Pitt is apparently trumping any other actor in — eating in movies. This Sexiest Man Alive alum has some 19...

  • The Daily Meal's Chef of the Year Panel
    When it came time to begin the vast and complex task of identifying the year's best chefs, we decided to field our distinguished peers for their opinions. Twenty-one panelists completed the survey based on our master list, however, some preferred to...

  • What's Going to Happen in Food in 2012?
    It’s that time of year again — we’re on the cusp of new and noteworthy beginnings and are saying ciao to the overused, overdone, and long-gone things of the past year. Seems like everyone is ready to leap forward in food. With...

  • Cochon 555 Is Now Offering Some Serious VIP Status
    You know Cochon 555, right? It’s basically the end all be all 14-market tour of exceptional ingredients, great flavor, and a serious meeting of the minds. Cochon hosts 14 culinary events from coast to coast, with the goal of supporting sustainable...

  • Nadia G Gets a Little Festive
    If a rapping Andrew Zimmern isn’t enough to get you intrigued, how about  a tuxedo-clad Epic Meal Time trio?  Or what about an emcee-esque Guy Fieri; the Vegan Black Metal Chef, Duff Goldman; and a throwback-Britney-cat suit-clad Nadia G...

  • Hugh Acheson Will Shave His Unibrow for $100K
    If you watch Top Chef, you’re aware of the infamous unibrow that sits atop judge Hugh Acheson’s forehead. You’re not alone in the urge to want to tweeze, the only difference is now you can do something about it. Yes, you read correctly...

  • The End of the Ray's Pizza War?
    In what many regulars will consider the “last laugh” of their long-stemmed rivalry, Famous Original Ray’s will be taking over the former space of Famous Ray’s Pizza in Greenwich Village, which closed earlier this fall, DNAinfo...

  • Lexington Brass Gets it Right
    Sunday brunch isn’t really an original concept, especially not in New York. Regardless, it gets people together at the tail end of a busy weekend and on the cusp of an even more hectic week for some indecisive (breakfast or lunch?) eating, much...

  • Lexington Brass Gets it Right
    Sunday brunch isn’t really an original concept, especially not in New York. Regardless, it gets people together at the tail end of a busy weekend and on the cusp of an even more hectic week for some indecisive (breakfast or lunch?) eating, much...

  • Lexington Brass Gets it Right
    Sunday brunch isn’t really an original concept, especially not in New York. Regardless, it gets people together at the tail end of a busy weekend and on the cusp of an even more hectic week for some indecisive (breakfast or lunch?) eating, much...

  • 10 Celebrities Fighting Hunger in America
    You know the rundown on your average famous face — lookers like Clooney, Affleck, Paltrow, and Aniston. They’re insanely wealthy, jet-setters without a doubt, earn a seemingly endless amount of media attention, and if they’re really...

  • 10 American Cities That Are Going Hungry
    Millions of Americans suffer from hunger today, and even more are unsure whether they'll be able to provide for their families in the future. To paint a clearer picture, nearly one in four American households with children struggled to afford...

  • Bacon and Kale Risotto with Fried Egg
    Who doesn’t like breakfast for dinner—or risotto for that matter? Here’s a take on the creamy grain with bacon, eggs, and a bunch of kale to make it a bit healthier. The combination of leafy greens and crisped bacon make for a savory...

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