So much buzz around hot honey

Savannah Bee Company adds fiery punch to the sweetness. 2:00 p.m.

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In the big top and the kitchen, T Lawrence-Simon takes leaps of faith

Somerville resident T Lawrence-Simon splits his time between his two jobs — ringmaster and candyman. 12:00 p.m.

He set out to make a new pasta shape (and a podcast)

Dan Pashman of The Sporkful introduces his noodle, called cascatelli, to the world. 1:08 p.m.

Ordering takeout is helping restaurants survive. Where’s your favorite local spot to order from?

As restaurants are struggling to make it through another difficult winter, ordering takeout is paramount to their survival. In an effort to compile a database of local businesses to support, we are asking you to fill out the form below with your favorite restaurant. 12:45 p.m.

Omicron lowers sales and threatens bankruptcy for US restaurants

US restaurants stayed afloat during the pandemic thanks to outdoor heaters, elaborate patio spaces, and to-go drinks. But the creative workarounds weren't enough to stem the losses from the recent Omicron-fueled surge of COVID cases. 10:11 a.m.

RESTAURANT CLOSURES

50Kitchen in Fields Corner joins the list of Boston-area restaurants to close amid COVID-19

We’ll modify this list routinely with more insights, updates, and maybe even some hopeful news along the way. 1:16 p.m.

In South Hero, Vt., a pizza place goes pay-what-you-can. Customers’ good will followed.

The family-owned Pan’s Pizza came up with an easy way for customers to pay what they could afford during the pandemic. 1:41 p.m.

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In honor of National Quinoa Day, we’re demystifying whole grains

There are about 20 varieties of whole grains, but we’re focusing on the ones you’re most likely to cook and eat. 3:33 p.m.

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These silicone liners have a cool new feature: They won’t leak

The California company Grand Fusion Housewares offers a BPA-free silicone mat with a twist — the corners snap together to form a rimmed tray. 2:00 p.m.

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A new salt arrives from a South African desert

If you are interested in artisan finishing salts, there’s no shortage of choices. 2:00 p.m.

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Local distillery spices up its vodka line with cranberries and ghost peppers

GlenPharmer Distillery in Franklin produces a line of artisan spirits using local ingredients and traditional grains and barley. 2:00 p.m.

BY THE GLASS

Thanks to Pedro Ximénez, you can drink your dessert

Spanish grape Pedro Ximénez is essential to lusciously sweet sherry. 12:00 p.m.