Topic: Julia Child

Top your steak with cilantro jalapeño compound butter

Simple pan-seared or grilled steaks can be topped with a compound butter made with cilantro, jalapeño peppers, shallots, and lime juice for a lively flavor boost. 

10 roles that earned Meryl Streep Oscar nominations

As Streep earns buzz for 'The Iron Lady,' here are 10 other films that got the attention of the Academy

The Iron Lady: movie review

Thatcher biopic 'The Iron Lady' is a sprawling review of the British prime minister's life that may leave supporters and detractors unsatisfied.

A feast of foodie films

Sit back and digest the holidays with these favorite culinary flicks.

6 top food memoirs

In this era of the superstar chef there is no shortage of food-related memoirs, all telling the stories of how these many culinary geniuses found their calling. However, only a handful have the flavor and style that make them stand out from the pack. Here are six that we're calling the best.

America's new culinary renaissance

We're becoming a nation of food fanatics, signing up for cooking classes, turning into gourmets in the kitchen, and making dining in or out the equivalent of a cultural event. Is America the new France?

6 questions for Marcella Hazan, queen of social media

Is that really the Marcella Hazan commenting on my blog? Turns out it is!

Asparagus recipe: Asparagus with sauce maltaise

Asparagus sauce maltaise is a version of the classic Hollandaise sauce.

A Covert Affair: Julia Child and Paul Child in the OSS

Among the bright young Americans who served their country in the Office of Special Services were Julia Child and her husband, Paul.

A cook divided

Married to a man who liked his eggs well done, her mom would find a moister culinary path.

Meatless Monday: Veggie pot pie

A medley of vegetables wrapped in a hot pastry crust.

Introducing 'Modernist Cuisine'

'Modernist Cuisine' reveals the art and science of creating great food.

Braised endives

Braising endives reduces its bitter edge and draws out more subtle flavors.

Bestselling books the week of 12/16/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.

4 books for armchair travelers

Books that will take you to France, China, Ireland, and Libya – no passport required.

Bestselling books the week of 3/11/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.

Bestselling books the week of 3/4/10, according to IndieBound*

A look at what's selling best at independent bookstores across America.

Bestselling books the week of 2/25/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores all across America.

Bestselling books the week of 2/18/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling fastest in independent bookstores across America.

Bestselling books the week of 2/4/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling most in independent bookstores across the US.

Bestselling books, week of 1/21/10, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in America's independent bookstores

Bestselling books, week of 1/14/10, according to IndieBound*

1/14/10 bestseller lists based on reporting from independent bookstores

Ten best films of 2009

Uncovering some gems in an uneven year at the movies.

The Pleasures of Cooking for One

Julia Child’s editor urges singles to get into the kitchen and enjoy making dinner for one.

Bestselling paperback books, according to Indie Bound*