Heather Wagner at Better Homes and Gardens’ Blog

Most waiters and waitresses are hardworking, professional people, and many circumstances are out of their control, from food preparation to seating time. But there are always a few bad apples (or just bad days) in any industry, and we've all probably been on the receiving end of rude,… Read More »

Ask a New Yorker about the quintessential NYC slice and be prepared for an earful. Southern BBQ sparks debates from Memphis to Kansas City, and the best Philly Cheesesteak is a hot topic in the city of brotherly love. When it comes to famous local foods, everyone’s an expert, and no one can shut… Read More »

Everyone loves turkey-day leftovers, but there're only so many times you can re-heat mashed potatoes before they start to seem as bland as Uncle Ned's thoughts on classical jazz. Luckily, Better Homes & Gardens has come up with unexpected… Read More »

There's just something about a chef – maybe it’s the commanding knife skills, the epicurean ease with ingredients, the grace under pressure. Or maybe it’s just the whole package. As more celebrity chefs have grabbed the limelight in recent years, there's no shortage of ones to crush… Read More »

Preparing the Thanksgiving feast is stressful, even if you're a pro in the kitchen. To help this year be as seamless—and delicious—as possible, we're offering a range of quick and easy… Read More »

Would you pay $368 for a steak? Believe it or not, a single entrée at a rarefied restaurant can boast a triple-digit price tag. Out of fascination and pure culinary voyeurism, I tracked down the most expensive… Read More »

With the economy so tight, I’ve been cooking at home more and looking for quick and easy ways to get dinner… Read More »