Today in “Events You Didn’t Know Existed, but Wish You Had Attended,” the World Cheese Awards, organized by the Guild of Fine Foods, took place earlier this month in San Sebástian, Spain. After passing a barrage of evaluations from hundreds of judges and defeating a field of over 3,000 other cheeses from 31 countries, one cheese emerged as the world champion, and it’s not from where you might expect.

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Do you keep a supply of treats on hand for impromptu visits? I asked my fellow Kitchn editors this question, and we compiled a list of our go-to favorites for last-minute entertaining. Keep any one of these 10 snacks stocked in your pantry, and you’ll always have something to serve an unexpected guest!

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From Apartment Therapy → 13 Easy-to-Mix Drinks That Should Be Your New Signature Cocktail

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Thanksgiving is here and perhaps you still have some questions. Do you need some help thawing your turkey? How do you cook that bird, anyway? Do you need a gravy refresher? Or a way to keep mashed potatoes warm?

Let us help you! We put all of our best tips and recipes in one place so you don’t have to go looking. Find all your Thanksgiving intel, from the easiest, simplest way to cook a turkey, to fresh and creative new recipes to give your classic menu a touch of your own personality and taste.

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Are you hosting a smaller Thanksgiving this year? Don’t bother with a whole turkey — just roast a turkey breast! One half-breast or even a whole turkey breast makes more than enough for a small party of four to six. (And yes, you’ll still have plenty of pan drippings to make gravy.)

Turkey breasts are also a cinch to roast. No flipping, no basting, no fuss. Here’s a recipe to show you how to do it, step by step.

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In this recipe, kale and wild rice join forces for a hearty vegetarian casserole. It puts a big helping of greens on your plate and embraces cold-weather cooking head-on with nutty rice, a hint of sage, and the warmth of nutmeg. A luxurious creamy sauce holds this casserole together and puts it squarely in the comfort food category.

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From Apartment Therapy → Crowd-Tested Appetizers and Snacks That Will Be a Hit At Your Next Party

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Turkey is traditionally front and center on the Thanksgiving spread, but this whole roasted bird isn’t the only way to serve up an impressive holiday dinner. If you’re not really that into cooking a whole turkey, go ahead and give it a pass. Here are 10 Thanksgiving-worthy mains guaranteed to still make your meal memorable.

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Serving Thanksgiving dinner as a buffet instead of a passed meal is a great choice if you’re hosting a large group. While it’s pretty straight-forward — set up the spread for guests to help themselves before sitting down — there’s one small thing that’s easy to forget when preparing the buffet table.

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We know that the turkey and all the fixings, not to mention your perfect apple pie, take center stage during the holidays. But lets not forget about the cook — that would be you! This is especially true if you’re hosting for the first time and are anxious to make a good impression on your mother-in-law, who is coming, by the way. No big deal, right?

First and foremost, your outfit should never get in the way of what you have cooking. Fabrics that easily wrinkle, whites that are a magnet for stains, or complicated sleeves that might get wrapped up in the mixer are pieces to avoid.

You also want to feel comfortable. Selecting clothing that represents you and makes you feel your best is always the right choice. An effortless but inspired ensemble can be contagious to your cooking, and might just be the ingredient you need to pull off the perfect holiday.

Perhaps you already have something in your closet (you probably do), but if you’re looking for something new, here are three outfit ideas that will make you look as good as you cook.

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