The Flavor Files

I Forgot to Leave a Note on the Door

A few days ago, someone left a comment here asking which oven we use at America’s Test Kitchen.

May 11 • Nik Sharma

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February 2026

I’m on Netflix!

A few thoughts on saying yes, finding your footing, and watching something small turn unexpectedly big

Feb 28 • Nik Sharma

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A Pantry Dinner That Doesn't Taste Like Cat Food

Happy Lunar New Year!

Feb 22 • Nik Sharma

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A Love Letter to Okra

On bhindi, gumbo, and the quiet brilliance of a misunderstood vegetable

Feb 8 • Nik Sharma

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The Cover

A book years in the making

Feb 1 • Nik Sharma

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January 2026

I Have Chocolate on My Mind

Cookies in the oven, cookbooks on the floor, and a Netflix debut around the corner

Jan 25 • Nik Sharma

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Returning, Remembering, and Cooking Forward

Notes from Australia, intentions for the year ahead, and a soup for winter nights

Jan 11 • Nik Sharma

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December 2025

A Sweet, Crunchy, Citrus-Scented Goodbye to the Year

Rocky Road science, Buddha’s hand tequila, and a warm hello from Australia

Dec 14, 2025 • Nik Sharma

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A Little Holiday Joy from My Kitchen

Big news from Boston, my favorite 2025 cookbooks, and a brand-new chai cookie

Dec 7, 2025 • Nik Sharma

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November 2025

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Menu Is Here

My Top Mains, Sides, and Desserts + A New Sweet Potato Recipe You’ll Love

Nov 23, 2025 • Nik Sharma

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Blame the Storm: I’m Starting Thanksgiving With Sweets

How a Friendsgiving dessert turned into this year’s must-make Thanksgiving finale.

Nov 16, 2025 • Nik Sharma

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One Big Finale: Flavor, Science, and a Sweet Goodbye

Wrapping up my cookbook, the Flavor Forward finale, and a few new experiments from the kitchen.

Nov 9, 2025 • Nik Sharma

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