It’s the most wonderful time of the year and for the food-focused it means it’s time to go all out on every single nibble you’re making, taking, or giving this holiday season. In this annual double issue, you’ll find plenty of ideas for entertaining and recipe inspiration for the weeks ahead. From Creole Crawfish Pie and Poblanos Rellenos pulled straight from our archives to dishes that celebrate eating Chinese food on Christmas and cocktail-inspired cookies for dessert (think: margarita shortbread and mudslide meringues), there’s plenty for you to sink your teeth into. Of course, we’ve also got tons of ideas for what to drink and gift—and if you’re feeling like gifting yourself a little holiday trip, check out three separate holiday-focused Vegas itineraries from Sin City expert and Executive Features Editor @katkinsman. Find all of this and more at the link in bio. On the cover: Think you’d never be able to pull off a fancy ✨seafood tower✨ at home? Think again! @justinchapple has got all the secrets for a stunning seafood spread, sauces and all—no traditional tower required. 🦞🦪🦐: @justinchapple, 📸: @evakolenko, 🥄: @stylequon, 🍽️: @audreytaylorvisuals