The writer and curator Su Wu’s version of tang yuan reflects her family’s history and her life in Mexico City.

I’m a huge fan of beets — they’re so versatile! From salads to soups and even desserts, they never disappoint. That’s why I’m pretty excited to share my favorite nut roast recipe with you!

For dessert? A flaky, honey-drizzled apple tart. For the best beet salad, cook your own beets — simply boil or roast them any time you have a free moment, even a day or two ahead. Then ...