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- Recipes to Cook During a Snowstorm - NYT Cooking
NYT Cooking staff recommend 17 hearty dishes like shepherd's pie, chili, and goulash to cook during a snowstorm for warmth and comfort.
- 36 Hours in Sapporo, Japan: Things to Do and See - The New York Times
Sapporo, the snowy capital of Hokkaido, offers a quieter alternative to Japan's crowded Golden Route with unique winter activities and local cuisine.
- There’s Never Been a Better Time to Eat Chinese Food - The New York Times
Chinese food chains from East Asia are expanding across New York City, offering excellent hot pot, dumplings, and mapo tofu.
- 2025 Was the Year of the Rotisserie Chicken - The New York Times
In 2025, rising food prices drove restaurant owners and diners to embrace rotisserie chickens as a cost-effective and appealing menu option.
- Opinion | Christmas Dinner Can Feel Endless. Embrace It. - The New York Times
A neglected one-act play by a theatrical master provides a framework for finding joy in the duration of family Christmas dinners.
- 36 Hours in San Luis Obispo County, Calif.: Things to Do and See - The New York Times
Wineries and boutique hotels have proliferated along San Luis Obispo County's backroads and main streets, with a 36-hour itinerary highlighting new offerings.
- How to Choose a Restaurant When You’re Traveling - The New York Times
Four food writers share strategies for avoiding tourist traps and finding authentic local meals while traveling.
- Easy Holiday Snack Recipes - NYT Cooking
NYT Cooking offers three utensil-free holiday snack recipes — popcorn with peanuts, savory spiced nuts, and coconut caramel clusters — ideal for parties or gifts.
- Brazil Has a Cachaça Cocktail for Every Season - The New York Times
Brazil's cachaça cocktails vary by season, with caipirinhas for summer and quentão for winter, and recipes are provided.
- The State of the Burger Address - The New York Times
The article reviews several new burger offerings from 2024, recommending three specific burgers as particularly outstanding.
- Get Ready, America: Here Come China’s Food and Drink Chains - The New York Times
Chinese fast-food and beverage chains are expanding into the United States to escape intense domestic competition and capture new growth opportunities.
- How to Decorate a Country Home for the Holidays - The New York Times
Interior designer Shawn Henderson decorates his Hillsdale country home with simple evergreens and vintage lights for a restrained holiday look.
- Thanksgiving 2025 Hot Takes - The New York Times
The article presents a series of provocative opinions on Thanksgiving traditions, arguing that certain dishes and hosting customs are overrated or obsolete.
- Tokyo Travel Guide: What to Do, Eat and Where to Stay - The New York Times
The New York Times Tokyo travel guide provides recommendations for must-see locations, dining options, and accommodations for visitors planning a trip to Tokyo.
- The 2025 Michelin Stars Awarded for the Northeast and Chicago - The New York Times
The 2025 Michelin Stars ceremony in Philadelphia awarded stars for the Northeast, Chicago, and D.C., but awarded no new stars in Washington.