The kids are back in school, which means you may need to start gathering ideas for the numerous bake sales for the tennis or soccer team (and beyond!). We've rounded up some go-to bake sale favorites that have been upgraded, like crispy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, and lemon-ricotta bars.

Starting on Saturday, the world will get a little bit crazier: it's the beginning of Oktoberfest, that three-week-long celebration of, well, beer! Though you may not be in a raucous tent, German songs ringing in your ears, you can still pour yourself a pint and celebrate. Here are 10 recipes to get you in the spirit -- lederhosen optional.

 It's technically fall but still feels like summer, meaning your brown bag lunches should be in full celebration of this stage in between seasons.

It's the Jewish New Year, the start of the year 5773: a time for friends, for family, for celebration. And what's a better way to celebrate than to host a fall-inspired feast? Here are our ideas for Rosh Hashanah dinner -- or anytime you feel like celebrating the fall.

How to elevate (if not graduate from) childhood favorites.

When you're in the mood to treat yourself -- or cooking a dinner to impress -- a good, hearty steak always does the trick. Here are 7 recipes for the superlatives of steak; 7 recipes to do your piece of meat proud. You deserve it -- and a glass of red, to boot.

What's the best part of Labor Day weekend? We say: dessert. Here are 10 desserts that will make your celebration even sweeter -- and will let you taste the last that summer has to offer.

What's the only way to make Labor Day weekend taste even sweeter? Well, with a drink, of course. Here are 9 ideas for barbecue, poolside, beachside sipping -- both with booze and without. So you can even take one to the office -- the weekend will be here, soon enough!

When it comes to ice cream, we know we've got you covered. But how about other summer-friendly desserts? Enter the wonderful world of no-bake desserts, where you can have an elegant, indulgent treat after just minutes by the stovetop -- or, with some recipes, none at all.

No need to get hot and bothered in the kitchen with these 10 no-cook recipes.