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  • Overhead of passenger enjoying in flight meal

    How Airlines Prepare Your In-Flight Food

    The in-flight meal is a hallmark of the flying experience, and we have the deets on how exactly the food is prepared, stored, and cooked for your enjoyment.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 months ago Read More
  • A spread with pumpkin pies and soups

    The Canned Pumpkin You Buy Isn't What You Think It Is

    Canned pumpkin is an essential for several beloved recipes, but it's not the same stuff that's in your jack-o-lantern. Here's what you're really buying.

    By Buffy Naillon 5 months ago Read More
  • black and white Ernest Hemingway

    The Classic Steak Dinner That Ernest Hemingway Enjoyed As His Last Meal

    The classic steak dinner that Ernest Hemingway enjoyed as his last meal on the night before he died was also a favorite of his. It's still very popular today.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Chicago Italian Beef and Fries

    Perfect Chicago-Style Italian Beef Starts In Your Freezer

    The meat of an iconic Chicago Italian beef sandwich is incredibly tender, which makes it hard to slice thinly at home. Luckily, your freezer can change that.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 5 months ago Read More
  • Boxes of Fruit Roll-Ups

    The Little-Known History Of The Fruit Roll-Up

    This sugary treat is based on a lesser-known sweet, whose origins might surprise you. Learn about the family you have to thank for this childhood classic.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 5 months ago Read More
  • Cod with breadcrumbs and side of vegetables

    Why You Might Want To Avoid Ordering Atlantic Cod At A Seafood Restaurant

    Though it's a delicious and historic menu item in America, you should think twice before ordering Atlantic cod for your next seafood dinner.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 5 months ago Read More
  • Pitcher and glass of non-homogenized milk

    What Exactly Is Non-Homogenized Milk?

    What's the deal with non-homogenized milk? Find out what makes this dairy product so special, and why it's less common than its homogenized counterpart.

    By Allison Lindsey 5 months ago Read More
  • A bottle of beer on a pier with a lemon slice next to sunglasses and a hat

    What It Means If Your Beer Is 'Lightstruck'

    "Lightstruck" beer has a more common name you've probably heard. Find out exactly what it means and the science behind this phenomenon.

    By Camryn Teder 5 months ago Read More
  • Strawberry Pop-Tarts sit on a plate alongside a fork

    The One Microwave Mistake You Should Never Make With Pop-Tarts

    You want sparks to fly between you and your crush, not in your microwave. But a rash of microwave Pop-Tart incidents makes this PSA a vital public service.

    By Raven Brunner 5 months ago Read More
  • Hush puppies in basket with sauce on the side

    Why You'll Always Find Hush Puppies At A Southern Fish Fry

    An iconic part of Carolina fish fry, hush puppies are the fried cornmeal treat that makes the perfect seafood accompaniment.

    By Jackson Williams 5 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of mochi donuts

    What Gives Mochi Donuts Their Light, Chewy Texture?

    These famed donuts have a signature chewy texture thanks to one special ingredient you can often find in Asian grocery stores.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of creamy hummus sits on a table

    Baking Soda Is The Secret To The Creamiest Hummus Ever

    When it comes to hummus, it can be tricky to get the ultra-silky texture you crave. It turns out baking soda is the key to the creamiest, dreamiest hummus.

    By Kim Ranjbar 5 months ago Read More
  • Fresh, raw scallops

    5 Ways To Tell If You're Eating Fake Scallops

    Fake scallops can be found at some of the less scrupulous seafood establishments. Here's how to spot the fakes from the real ones.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 5 months ago Read More
  • Bottles of Tokaji wine.

    The Only Grape Varieties You Can Use To Make Tokaji Wine

    It takes six very special types of grapes to produce the sweet notes of Hungary's signature Tokaji wine, a delicacy often served with desserts.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • Indian revelers throwing and carrying powdered turmeric

    What Does Turmeric Taste Like, Anyway?

    Most people have a general idea or passing familiarity with turmeric, as it's a popular spice. But what does this golden ingredient really taste like?

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 5 months ago Read More
  • Four friends toasting with red wine

    How Much Sugar Is In A Single Glass Of Red Wine?

    Fruity alcoholic drinks are a common culprit for those watching their sugar intake. But is red wine different from other fruit-forward libations?

    By Layne Randolph 5 months ago Read More
  • Canola oil in the supermarket.

    Is Canola Oil Different From Vegetable Oil?

    Canola and vegetable oil look, smell, and even taste pretty much the same. Is there any difference between the two, and when should you use each in the kitchen?

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • meatloaf on wooden tray

    How Meatloaf Became A Symbol Of Depression-Era Resourcefulness

    Meatloaf is an American classic, and though it might not have the greatest reputation, it helped power the country through the Great Depression.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Steak in marinade, with a person spooning over remaining marinade

    For A Perfect Steak Marinade Every Time, You Need 4 Components

    There are endless steak marinade recipes out there, but they all have the same four components that are vital for a tender and juicy piece of meat.

    By Buffy Naillon 5 months ago Read More
  • a block of cheese sits next to a stack of broken chocolate bars

    Chocolate And Cheese Are The Unexpected Pairing You Need To Try

    You may not eat chocolate and cheese together. You should, though, with the help of these expert-approved pairings, perfect for your next charcuterie board.

    By Sonora Slater 5 months ago Read More
  • Plate of scrambled eggs

    Why Reheating Leftover Eggs Is Almost Always A Bad Idea

    If you have leftover eggs and are planning to store them for later, you may want to reconsider because reheating eggs is usually a bad idea. Here's why.

    By Jonathan Kesh 5 months ago Read More
  • Three glass German beer boots filled with beer

    How The Tradition Of Drinking Beer Out Of A Boot Started

    The challenge of drinking beer out of a huge glass boot is often associated with Oktoberfest in Germany, but the tradition started long before that.

    By Jessica Riggio 5 months ago Read More
  • Dunkin' storefront

    What's The Most Caffeinated Coffee Drink On Dunkin's Menu?

    Dunkin' Donuts has so many coffee options, and some of them are bursting with caffeine. So what's the most caffeinated drink on the chain's menu?

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 months ago Read More
  • Winston Churchill talking to Queen Elizabeth

    Winston Churchill's Last Meal With Queen Elizabeth Before Retiring As Prime Minister

    Winston Churchill retired as prime minister of Great Britain in 1955, but what was his last meal with Queen Elizabeth II before he left office?

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • Beef Wellington closeup

    Does Anybody Know Really Know How Beef Wellington Got Its Name?

    Beef Wellington's history goes back longer than you might think. The luxurious British steak meal has a complicated and uncertain past.

    By Jonathan Kesh 5 months ago Read More
  • Alton Brown sitting in orange velvet chair on stage next to lamp and side table

    The Scientific Concept That Helped Alton Brown Become A Better Cook

    Beloved Food Network host Alton Brown is considered a culinary master, but he claims he never had a good handle on heat until recently.

    By Ilene V. Smith 5 months ago Read More
  • Stout beer with an oyster

    The Origins Of Oyster Beer Are Shrouded In Mystery

    If an oyster stout sounds like a combination of beer and seafood, that's because it is. How exactly that pairing came about, however, is unclear.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
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