Bobby Flay and Ina Garten are friends with a mutual respect, but that's not why he doesn't think he needs to go head-to-head with her in a cooking competition.
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Is your fruit cobbler a bit too runny for your liking? Whether you're working with peaches or apples, help is on the way with this versatile kitchen ingredient.
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You might have seen "double-concentrated" on a tube of tomato paste and wondered what it meant, or if it was any different from the cans. Here's your answer.
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If you find an egg that has a blood spot inside of it, is it still safe to eat? Here's what to know about how blood spots form and whether they can be consumed.
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With the advent of butchers in supermarkets came the loss of dedicated butcher shops. Of the few that remain, J. Kenji López-Alt claims this is the best.
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The '80s were a time of unique food products and diet trends, but these eyebrow-raising food safety issues just weren't top of mind for your average consumer.
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You can't go wrong with a classic Cuban sandwich, but celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck reckons two crucial condiments are required to make your next one perfect.
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We've all noticed the pervasive use of reds and yellows in restaurants, especially fast food chains, so there must be a good reason why. Here's what we know.
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Hershey's Kisses may have strong connotations with Valentine's Day, but they don't actually look like a kiss. So how did Hershey's Kisses get their name?
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The term soda jerk doesn't sound very complimentary, but in the early 1900s, soda jerks were part server, part entertainer, and all fun. Here's what it meant.
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From hearty options with spicy Russian sausage to lighter fare with cucumbers and salmon, these Russian sandwiches are not to be missed out on.
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The Great Depression drove some very budget-friendly food creativity, and one of the era's lasting condiment creations is still controversial today.
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Mackinac Island in Michigan is a small place with a large history. Its iconic fudge industry began over a century ago, and it has only grown in decades since.
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Anthony Bourdain was never shy with his opinions about cooking, and there was one dish in particular that he felt everyone should know how to master.
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You might wonder what a country-style omelet is on breakfast menus. Find out the differences between country-style and French omelets and how to make them.
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It may seem surprising given all of the variations and flavors now available, but since Heinz ketchup originated in 1876, the recipe hasn't changed much.
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Garlic powder and garlic salt are major workhorses spice-wise, but they can't be used interchangeably. Here are the key differences so you know which to use.
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Mexican is the home of cuisine so delicious it has permeated all around the world, including America, but what dish is considered top dog in the country?
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When Duff Goldman needs to feed hungry guests, he doesn't spend an hour and a half making something complicated. He whips up this easy-to-make brunch favorite.
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When using aluminum foil in the kitchen, save the used pieces and the roll it comes on to repurpose in your garden using this brilliant hack.
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Way back in the day, there were many restaurants with some kind of animatronic show. It was pretty cool, and still is if you can find one still up and running.
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Have you ever wondered how many shots are in a standard 750-milliliter bottle of liquor? The answer depends on how you define a shot, which can range in ounces.
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This former first lady loved ice cream so much that it was a common appearance at many of the elite events that she threw at the White House.
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Elvis Presley knew the best spots to eat in Memphis. One of his favorites was a vintage diner that's still very much open. Elvis even has his own booth still.
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We didn't always have quick-and-easy drive-thrus like today. Some chains had to get creative, including this Ohio burger joint that used a car turntable.
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There's one U.S. state that consistently produces much more food waste than all the rest. Here's how it could have become the most wasteful state.
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Wolfgang Puck may be all about elevated cuisine and world-class restaurants, but one of his favorite sandwiches is surprisingly easy to make at home.
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