Mary Welp explores "The Cook's Illustrated Cookbook" and gives you a recipe for the delicious Fresh Corn Chowder!

Have you ever had that perfect dining experience? The food may be only a part of it. But it’s a magic, often romantic moment when atmosphere, company, mood, cuisine and maybe just plain luck combine to make a lasting memory. Here, our writers share a few of their own. Consider it an appetizer for Valentine’s Day.

The only thing that can stop you from enjoying this browned-and-braised rib dish is a fear of reading recipes.

Fried meets low-cal fresh in this shrimp dish loaded with textures and tastes: one writer's suggestion for a healthy yet delicious recipe: Crispy Shrimp with Ginger-Citrus Sauce on Toasted Israeli Couscous.