I've always found the practice of food smoking intimidating. Discussions about wood chip types and temperature gauges generally make me want to run and hide, as does the prospect of a hulk of bone-in ...

Our Wine of the Week, Smoking Loon 2011 California Pinot Noir ($8), works beautifully as a summer quaffer, especially if you enjoy it at cellar temperature rather than at room temperature. Don't be ...

In our arsenal of quick-cooking dinners, shrimp is a superhero. The little crustaceans cook in under five minutes, minimizing the amount of time that stands between you and sitting at the table. Lemon ...