STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The trick to chef creations like Bananas Forester, Zabaglione and savory Steak Diane is a quick flick of the wrist and flash of booze. Poof! Flames dance on the alcohol vapor to ...

With a bit of strong alcohol, virtually any dish can be set on fire. For this flambe, plump shrimp are quickly simmered in a fragrant tomato-saffron sauce. A minced shallot perks up the sweetness of ...

When it comes to cooking and entertaining, nothing is more entertaining than fire. From the classic Crepe Suzzette to the wonderful dichotomy of a Baked Alaska, having flambe’ skills in your arsenal ...

For potentially as long as alcohol has existed, great chefs have incorporated it into their cooking. But why do we cook with alcohol? The answers are numerous. For potentially as long as alcohol has ...

This Valentine’s Day, why not rekindle an old flame? Melissa Clark has three recipes to set hearts (and dinner) alight. With some care and preparation, a flambéed dish can be a stunning and special ...