Geez, Even Fargo Has Gone Upscale
Visitors to the North Dakota town expecting a scene right out of the movie might be surprised by the James Beard-nominated chefs, Pride flags, hipster boutiques and craft breweries. Oh, and a museum dedicated to the bison.

The city of Fargo has poured millions into revitalizing its downtown.
By Danielle Braff

Turkeys Will Be More Expensive Than Ever This Thanksgiving, and Harder to Get
With avian flu, inflation and supply-chain challenges, this could be a rough year for getting just the bird you want.
By Kim Severson

The Company Once Known as Restoration Hardware Is Opening Restaurants. Why?
The furnishings store has moved into the hospitality business — but the food may not be the point.
By PRIYA KRISHNA

The Rogue Valley Was Set to Become a Food Paradise. Then It Burned.
Two years ago, the Almeda fire tore through southern Oregon. Many people haven’t fully recovered, but farmers, chefs and others have rallied to sustain the area.
By BRETT ANDERSON

Researchers Find Benzene and Other Dangers in Gas Piped to California Homes
A new study estimated that each year California gas appliances and infrastructure leak the same amount of benzene as is emitted by nearly 60,000 cars.
By ELENA SHAO

Ina Garten Makes Risotto With a Longtime Fan
The designer Daniel Roseberry learned everything he knows about preparing a meal from the beloved cookbook author. For a new T series, the two finally met.
By MIMI VU

Cash or Card for a Cone? Van Leeuwen Must Take Both, N.Y.C. Says.
The high-end ice cream chain agreed to comply with a New York City law that prohibits businesses from refusing to accept cash. It agreed to pay $33,500 in fines.
By REMY TUMIN

A GOOD APPETITE
Give Your Gnocchi the Shrimp Scampi Treatment
Take the classic over the top by tossing in crisp, bouncy potato gnocchi, Melissa Clark writes.

The gnocchi round out this easy dish, giving it heft, absorbing the sauce and lending a chewy-crisp texture.
By Melissa Clark

Garlicky Braised Greens and Meatless Recipes
After moderating a panel on the climate crisis, Melissa Clark suggests a few recipes that are on her mind.
By MELISSA CLARK

Vegetarian Snacks for Diwali and Beyond
Sweets, extra-crispy samosas, nachos layered with chutney and more recipes.
By TEJAL RAO