DECEMBER 26-> JANUARY 1
CELEBRATING KWANZAA matches my "more is more" holiday mindset: more opportunities to connect with family and friends, more chances to discover diaspora dishes, and more reasons to innovate with interesting ingredients. From December 26 to January 1, each day is anchored in one of the holiday's seven principles (unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith), offering meaningful ways to sustain seasonal vibes for a full week.
I grew up in a household where our holiday festivities focused on Christmas and New Year's. After relocating to Southern California, we started observing the nonreligious Kwanzaa holiday, too. This gave us seven more days of celebration rooted in African-centered culture, history, and traditions-plus plenty of communal cooking and concocting. Unlike other holidays, during which one cook is often burdened, Kwanzaa's honoring of collective work calls for camaraderie in the kitchen.
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GOING GREEN
ADOPT THESE WEEKNIGHT WAYS WITH LEAFY GREENS, FROM COLLARDS TO KALE AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.
Home Fries
Crisp and golden on the outside and tender on the inside, these home fries are the perfect breakfast potato.
A Tale of Two Islands
Discover Ibiza's tranquil side, with beautiful beaches and a diverse culinary landscape beyond its bustling nightlife.
Cherry Pie
The lattice crust on this tart cherry pie isn't just for looks-it also functions as a venting system that allows steam to escape and fruit juices to reduce and thicken.
Teriyaki Salmon
Lacquered with a sweet soy sauce glaze, succulent salmon fillets are broiled atop a bed of tender green beans for a simple weeknight sheet-pan dinner. The high heat of the broiler allows the teriyaki sauce to thicken and caramelize, forming a glossy sheen as the fish cooks. While homemade teriyaki sauce is quick to make, we've also included an option for how to substitute our favorite store-bought sauce if you prefer (see Note).
Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
Celebrity chef Michael Mina brings his signature luxe flair to a classic dinner-party appetizer.
Pressed to Impress
Olio Piro uses modern milling tech to create a remarkably stable, healthy, and delicious extra-virgin olive oil.
On the Flip Side
The classic upside- down French pastry, tarte Tatin, gets taken for a savory spin in these two eye-catching dishes.
Uncommon Scents
The scented candles that restaurateurs reach for to impress their guests
Korean Soup for the Soul
Warming, flavorful Korean jjigae are comfort food at its finest.
