Speaking Out

FROM THE JANUARY, 2012 ISSUE

The Amateur Gourmet:
Real Heroes Don't Tweet

When the chefs and food writers we worship overshare online, it’s hard to keep them on their pedestals, observes the Amateur Gourmet (a.k.a. blogger Adam Roberts).
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December, 2010

The Conscientious Carnivore: Understanding Animal Slaughter

Today's most ingredient-centric, locavore-ish cooks want a clearer understanding of where their meat comes from—and for some, that means entering the abattoir or hunting for food. Writer Kate Sekules explores the issue.

September, 2008

Kitchen Lessons from an Eco Coach

Overcome by eco self-loathing, writer Henry Alford turns to a “green life coach” for help in becoming more environmentally conscious.

July, 2008

Understanding Wine: Scent & Sensibility

Chef Daniel Patterson, an aroma innovator, considers the mysterious and powerful connection between wine, scent, memory and pleasure.

June, 2008

The High-Maintenance Grill: A Love Story

For writer Alexandra Jacobs, moving to New York meant trading in a hibachi for a 165-pound smoker-roaster that requires as much attention as a newborn baby.

May, 2008

Transporting Meals: An Overachiever’s Lament

When writer Lara Vapnyar plans a trip abroad, she selects every course of every meal before she even leaves home. Here she recounts her doomed type-A efforts, and her latest strategy for dining success.

March, 2008

One Cook’s Battles with Her Oven

After many attempts at baking, broiling and roasting in her oven, writer Jennifer 8. Lee discovers that, for her, there’s only one suitable purpose for this iconic American appliance.

August, 2007

Why Vegetarians Are Eating Meat

A growing number of vegetarians are starting to eat humanely raised meat. Christine Lennon talks to a few converts—including her husband and famed author Mollie Katzen.

July, 2007

A Modest Proposal: Let’s Abolish Menus

F&W’s Salma Abdelnour tells why she’d rather let the chef choose her meal than deal with à la carte angst.