Dining & Wine

TV Ads Contribute to Childhood Obesity, Economists Say

Children’s weight gain is linked to the frequency of fast food advertisements on television, according to a new study.

Kitchens That Don’t Mind Showing Age

The kitchens in “French Country Kitchens” are like older French actresses: their age is visible and celebrated.

Flavorful Gravy Makes Thanksgiving

Make plenty of gravy, make it well, and it will lift up everything else on the table.

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Now, the Side Dishes: Quick and Simple or a Bit More Complex

Some cooks want a simpler game plan, while others are looking to trick out the meal with a few challenges and a little luxury.

Another Top Chef Turns in His Michelin Stars

Olivier Roellinger is the fourth three-Michelin star chef in France to renounce his stars in recent years.

Preserving a Poultry Project

A project to preserve heritage breeds of turkeys will move forward in tribute to Brian Anselmo, who died in September.

Group Documents Cruelty to Turkeys

An animal rights group released undercover videotapes showing turkeys being stomped to death and punched by workers.

He Can Bring the Wine and the Music

David Chan, a concertmaster of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, sees a similarity between his twin passions of music and wine.

Almost Heaven: Leftover Mashed Potatoes, Uplifted

Leftover mashed potatoes normally head straight for the trash can, but this year they are destined for a higher purpose.

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Skip the Marshmallows and Give Heartfelt Thanks

The sweet potato is a lovely vegetable: don’t destroy it with a prosaic treatment.

Sweet Potato Puree With Apples

An alternative to candied yams for the Thanksgiving table.

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• Baby Salad Greens With Sweet Potato Croutons and Stilton