In case you haven't noticed, 'tis the season for giving and all that jazz. You've got a friend/relative/other loved one who can't get enough of the epicurean lifestyle, and you're looking for the perfect gift. Never fear -- 'tis also the season of gift guides, which will steer you to gifts that will guarantee a smile. First, our own five gifts for the foodie under $50, all available online, including a beautiful olive wood mortar... more ›

Preempt some of the holiday lunacy by scooping up some of these food-oriented gift items. We found five gifts that are perfect for someone who loves to cook or who maybe just appreciates food a bit more than your average eater. All these items are under $50, and all available online. Olive Wood Mortar and Pestle from Sur La Table. Great for making guacamole, pesto or grinding up spices. Also looks lovely on your kitchen... more ›

October 7: Beer on the Pier more ›

According to our friends at Curbed, Broadway Panhandler will be moving to 8th Street (at Mercer) in August. It's one of Gothamist's favorite kitchen supply stores. You can't beat their Le Creuset sale every January, their customer service is terrific and they offer knife sharpening each weekend (call in advance to confirm times: 866-266-5927). more ›

We'll refrain from commenting on how Rachael Ray's bra is totally showing in the NY Times photograph that accompanies her big Dining section feature, and we'll not take potshots at her because it's a little too easy (and there are people who do it better, anyway). But Gothamist would like to point out this part of the RR's history:

She had grown up around Lake George, but the cycle of small-town life and low-paying jobs was wearing thin. In 1995, Ms. Ray headed to New York City. She worked first at the Macy's Marketplace candy counter and moved up the ranks quickly, learning about everything from buying cheese to how to shop for Liza Minnelli's holiday food gifts. When Macy's tried to promote her to a buyer in accessories, she moved to Agata & Valentina, the specialty foods store. more ›

September 25-29: Latin Beer Tasting more ›

When we saw this sign on Crosby Street just north of Spring, our first reaction was giddiness. We remembered a trip to San Francisco and a visit to the Sur La Table at the Ferry Terminal Market -- rows and rows of beautiful kitchen products on display; all we could need and more -- now coming here to New York City! Woo hoo! But then our memory became more clear -- wandering through the store, somewhat shocked at the prices, leaving with a mere string grocery bag intended for use at the Union Square Farmers' Market. To be fair, we were on vacation. Did we really plan on schlepping home a Le Cruset stock pot? Not really. Regardless, we're happy that Sur La Table is coming to town, but we'll have to start saving up. Ask Gothamist on other ideas for cooking supplies. more ›