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  • bleached coffee filters on table

    This Coffee Filter Hack Is The Solution When You're Low On Paper Towels

    When cleaning your kitchen, it's imperative to have an absorbent material on hand. When you're out of paper towels, coffee filters work just as well.

    By Camryn Teder September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of beef stew

    The Juicy Ingredient That Can Give Your Beef Stew A Major Flavor Boost

    Let's face it: Beef stew can easily become a bland bowl of brown meat chunks. But with this secret ingredient, all your beef stew woes will evaporate.

    By Greta Pano September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Spoonful of granulated sugar

    Everything You Wanted To Know About Sugar But Were Too Afraid To Ask

    Sugar, whether naturally occurring or added, is a huge part of most of our diets. Despite this, there may be some things you don't know about the sweetener.

    By Alysa Salzberg September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Boilermaker: beer and a shot

    What Is A Boilermaker, And What's The Right Way To Drink It?

    The boilermaker is a drink coined for the metal workers who drank it. If you want to be historically accurate, there's a very particular way to down the drink.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • bowl of whole bay leaves

    Is It Safe To Eat Bay Leaves?

    Recipes almost always call for bay leaves to be removed from a dish before serving and consuming it. There is a very good reason behind this.

    By Sarah Lintakoon September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Slice of banoffee pie

    The Origin Story Of The British Banoffee Pie Starts With A US Dessert

    Even though you might associate banoffee pie with Great Britain, the popular English dessert was inspired by a sweet treat from the United States.

    By Ginny Johnson September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Julia Child

    This Little-Known French Dessert Was One Of Julia Child's Favorites

    Julia Child made French cooking accessible to the masses, but one of her favorite sweets was a little-known dessert dating back to the 1700s.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • packages of Juicy Fruit gum

    What Flavor Is Juicy Fruit Gum Supposed To Be?

    Juicy Fruit is a classic in the gum aisle, but have you ever wondered what its unique flavor is meant to be? These are the fruit flavors behind the iconic gum.

    By Greta Pano September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Whole brisket and cleaver

    Can Someone Explain What A Deckle Of Beef Means?

    A deckle of beef sounds like a medieval term no longer in use, but that's not true. We took the deep-dive and explain exactly what it is and where to find it.

    By Jonathan Kesh September 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • lobster roll held in hand

    The Exact Difference Between Maine And Connecticut Lobster Rolls

    The most popular lobster rolls served throughout New England are Maine lobster rolls and Connecticut lobster rolls -- but what differentiates the two?

    By Nikita Ephanov September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Service tip screen on tablet

    Should You Be Tipping When You Eat At A Fast Food Restaurant?

    When picking up your favorite fast food meal, you might be met with the option to add a tip. If you're wondering whether you should, here's what to know.

    By Jackson Williams September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • pumpkins with green spots

    Can You Eat The Green Spots On A Pumpkin?

    For adventurous home cooks, learning to work with pumpkin in the kitchen can be fun and rewarding. But, concerns arise when green spots are seen on pumpkins.

    By Sarah Lintakoon September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Australian big fry-up

    The Traditional Australian Breakfast Looks A Lot Like A Plate From England

    If you love a traditional hearty English breakfast, you'll want to try Australia's "big fry-up," which has similar elements as well as its own unique additions.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Two glasses of brandy

    What Is Brandy Really Made From?

    If you've heard of brandy or seen a bottle of it at the liquor store, you may have wondered just what exactly it's made from. Here's what to know.

    By Ann Meyer September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay with favorite dishes

    Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Foods Are A Spectrum Of Iconic Dishes

    From beef Wellington to a full English, Gordon Ramsay's favorite dishes run the gamut of classic comfort foods, delightful desserts, and nostalgic favorites.

    By Stephanie Mee September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Hands holding cheeseburger

    How Connecticut Cheeseburgers Stand Out From The Crowd

    Believe it or not, a historic Connecticut restaurant has an approach to cooking cheeseburgers that leaves the grill behind. Behold the power of steam!

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Dirty soda

    The Very Mormon Origin Of Dirty Soda

    The dirty soda has taken over TikTok making us all put milk and other ingredients in our favorite soda. But the Mormon origins of this drink may surprise you.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • grilled salmon on plate with broccoli

    The Best Way To Season Salmon For Grilling Is Also The Easiest

    Grilling salmon doesn't need to be very complicated. We spoke to an expert fishmonger who explains just how simple it can be with these few ingredients.

    By Greta Pano September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Sandwich ingredients including pineapple

    The Unlikely Southern Sandwich Pairing That's All About Pineapple

    You may have heard about pineapple on pizza, but what about pineapple on a sandwich? This Southern snack combines two unlikely ingredients.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Hand chopping salmon with knife

    The Reason You Should Be Cubing Your Oven-Baked Salmon

    Cutting up raw salmon can be mildly anxiety-inducing. However, with this ingenious cube-cutting hack you'll be slicing and dicing your salmon with ease.

    By Sara Donnellan September 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • tuna tartare on bed of arugula

    How Tuna Tartare Went From A Last Minute Substitute To Prestige Appetizer

    Nowadays, there's nothing surprising about a swanky eatery serving tuna tartare. However, it was invented as an impromptu replacement for its steak counterpart.

    By Elias Nash September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Two glasses of rosé

    Isn't Blush Wine Just Rosé?

    You may have seen both rosé and blush wines for sale at your local liquor store or on a restaurant menu and figured they were the same. Here's what to know.

    By Ginny Johnson September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Mountain Dew,  Appalachian mountains, cabins

    Why Mountain Dew Is So Beloved In Appalachia

    Invented in Knoxville, Tennessee, Mountain Dew has strong regional roots in Southern Appalachia with ties to moonshine and so-called "hillbilly" imagery.

    By Andrew Amelinckx September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Calzone with cheese, ham, vegetables

    Calzones And Empanadas Look Similar, But They're Very Different Pastries

    Italian Calzones and empanadas, a favorite throughout Spain and Latin America, are both pastries stuffed with tasty fillings. However, they are very different.

    By Jolee Sullivan September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Variety of steaks with herbs

    What Is Marbling And How Does It Impact Your Steak?

    If you enjoy a good steak, you've probably heard the term "marbling" on occasion. However, it's more than just fat content. We have the details!

    By Tony Cooper September 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Kava drink and kava powder

    What Happens To Your Body When You Drink Kava?

    Kava is a shrub native to the South Pacific, with roots that are traditionally ground and served as a relaxing drink. Here's how it affects your body.

    By Allison Lindsey September 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Kodiak Power Waffles

    Kodiak Cakes Recalls Waffles In 13 States For Plastic Contamination

    Kodiak Cakes has issued a recall for some of its waffles in 13 states, due to plastic contamination. Here's what to do if you bought the product.

    By Greta Pano September 20th, 2024 Read More
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