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Fruity meets fiery: The ‘fricy’ trend is rewriting summer cooking

“Fricy,” a combination of fruity and spicy, is the defining flavor profile of summer 2026, showing up on restaurant menus, in supermarket condiment aisles and in home kitchens. It builds on the swicy wave of 2025 by replacing refined sugar with real fruit: mango, watermelon, passion fruit and citrus. The

Farmers market season is here. These are the ingredients chefs say you should actually be buying

Every June, farmers markets fill back up and the tote bags come out, but most people leave with produce that underdelivers at home. The difference between a great haul and an expensive disappointment is almost always timing, and a trained chef knows exactly what that means. She’s shopping with

Forget Paris and Rome: These 4 European cities are the best places to eat right now

Four European destinations have been named to major international food lists in 2026: Seville, Crete, Wrocław and Czechia beyond Prague. None are new discoveries; all four have deep food cultures built on regional ingredients and local traditions that predate any external recognition. What is new is that recognition has arrived

7 ninja creami desserts that make cold nights better

When the nights get colder, dessert has a way of feeling more personal, especially when it comes from something already waiting in the freezer. This collection has 7 Ninja Creami desserts for readers who want a cold treat that still feels right for the season. The useful part is having

9 pork recipes that disappeared before the host took a plate

When pork is on the table, the quiet part usually comes after the first tray is served. These 9 recipes cover the kind of food people reach for quickly: cheesy breakfast bakes, bacon-wrapped bites, sliders, brats, and saucy pork chops. Some are made for a warm plate, some work

13 casserole recipes everyone has been making on repeat all year

Casseroles are the kind of food people keep coming back to when they need something simple, filling, and dependable without overthinking the whole meal. These 13 casserole ideas are made for readers who want comfort food that feels practical, shareable, and worth making more than once. Inside, you’ll find

What they actually want for Father’s Day, according to dads

Americans spent a record $24 billion on Father’s Day in 2025, and trends indicate it’ll likely increase this year. The average shopper lays out about $199 on greeting cards, clothing, gift cards and special outings. And every year, the same thing happens: most dads open a tie, smile,