Ginger Syrup

Developed in the 1980s by a chef in Hong Kong, this sauce is all about umami.

Fufu is a dish that has been passed down through many generations and is seen as a symbol of Ghanaian identity and heritage. Making fufu traditionally is a very laborious task; this recipe mimics some of that hard work but with a few home-cook hacks that make for a far easier time.

Originally called omelette à la neige (snow omelet) in reference to the fluffy snow-like appearance of the meringue, île flottante (floating island) has a lengthy history that dates back to the 17th century.

The kimchi brine is the secret hero here; just a splash of it brightens the cocktail while deepening it with a little funky je ne sais quoi.

Native American people made these with cornmeal dumplings, simmering them with wild grapes, which were harvested at their peak sweetness.

The silky French vanilla sauce that goes with everything.

“Soft and pillowy, custardy and light—they were unlike any other scrambled eggs I had experienced before.”

Leftover rotisserie chicken finds new purpose in this endlessly comforting dish.