Sparkling rosé is getting ever more popular. It tastes a lot like its bubbly counterparts (Cava, Champagne, Prosecco), but has additional subtle red-berry and soft-spice flavors. Our testers recently uncorked several top-rated bottles of rosé in a blind taste test, and you don't have to break the bank to get a great bottle.

Forget the roses, skip the candy, and really impress your sweetheart this year with one of these gadgets. Nothing says "I love you" like a really cool piece of technology!

Cooking with chocolate can be tricky, it can easily burn and get gritty. Make sure your homemade chocolate concoctions are a success on Valentine's Day by following these tips from our experts in the Consumer Reports test kitchen.

A coffeemaker embedded with Swarovski crystals seems a little over the countertop but maybe it takes a little bling to make an everyday appliance seem less prosaic. Fortunately, the Cuisinart Crystal coffeemaker had other attributes including the fact that it made a fine cup of coffee in Consumer Reports' tests. It's not the only product we've recommended lately that has a little swagger. Here are some other stylish top picks that would make a good Valentine's Day gift for that special someone.

It's not too early to think about Valentine's Day gifts, especially if you plan to lavish your loved one with chocolates available only by mail order. Our testers tasted standard-issue $10 sampler boxes up through extravagant treats costing $90 a box. Here's what they found:

Looking to purchase a bottle of bubbly for the night? You might not think of Consumer Reports when it comes to buying wine, but our industry experts have reviewed many of your favorite varietals, including Cabernet, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Zinfandel, and many more.

Did you buy or receive any electronics gifts that your recipient or you just can't use this holiday? It's the thought that counts—and you're thinking about how you can return them. We've already advised on returning gifts in general, but electronics are a special case. With that in mind, here are some tips to bear in mind if you're bringing back unwanted tech presents.

If you received gift cards this holiday season, you should get out and use them up now, before they get buried in a drawer, lose value, or expire.

The holiday gift-giving season is over. The holiday presents have been opened and hopefully you've been pleasantly surprised. But what about that "weird" sweater from your mother-in-law? Or that off-brand tablet computer from Uncle Louie? That's where our gift-return tips will come in handy.

During the holiday gift exchange and paper shredding frenzy, you may have received an electronic traveling companion. Before tossing the packaging, consider if that portable GPS navigator the best one for your needs. Or should you trade it in on a better model?

The holidays were wonderful, but now that the wrapping paper has been discarded and the good dishes put away, it's time to take stock—should you keep, return, or re-gift some of the presents you got?

It's the holidays, time to haul out the good silverware and china. But after the big meal, don't be tempted to put these special items in the dishwasher where they may be harmed by the water spray or an abrasive detergent. Sure, most dishwashers have a gentle cycle but if you treasure your grandmother's china or crystal, it's best to clean them the old-fashioned way, by hand. Our experts offer this advice.

Holidays are joyful celebrations—as long as you follow certain measures to keep your child safe. Keep these easy-to-remember tips in mind during holiday festivities (and at celebrations throughout the year).

Turkey isn't just a Thanksgiving Day tradition. It's popular at Christmas too, with 22 million consumed, according to the National Turkey Federation. Ask friends for their best turkey tips and you'll get an earful of advice on brining, basting, glazing and grilling, even deep-frying. But does anybody tell you where it can all go wrong with the turkey changing from being much anticipated to maligned? Here are three common mistakes cooks make and what to do instead.

Got someone on your list who loves good food? Consider one of these products, all of which did well in our recent tests. Even better, they're inexpensive, ranging from $6 to $60.