Mary Canales’ new shop keeps Downtown Berkeley Cool.

While not the coldest month, January marks the first full month of winter. Among ways to ward off seasonal chills, one of the best is also one of the oldest, as well—as one of the easiest and least expensive: a cup or bowl of toothsome noodles steaming in a rich, savory broth

Hanukah—liike many holidays, not only is food involved, but in this Festival of Lights, food plays a cardinal role in the rituals. While some of the foods are unique, many are generic, totally secular, and very commonplace.

To most, the perfectly browned, picturesque turkey presents a bevy of trials.

The only question is: What kind of pizza are you in the mood for?

Do it yourself, or turn to professionals for customizing.

Shepherd’s pie warms up Irish winters and Bay Area summers.

Gen Y’s Betty Crocker invents a mix for everyone.

Debbie Goard, a former erotic baker, makes delicious cakes that look like eggs, sneakers, and bowls of ramen.

Boba tea, a popular drink made with tea and tapioca balls, is laden with more sugar than a can of Coke.