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  • A glass of oat milk next to a bowl and spoon of oats.

    The Reason Oat Milk Is So Smooth And Creamy — And What That Means For Your Cooking

    Oat milk is a perfect substitute for cow's milk in lattes, and can often stand in for dairy when cooking; however, it isn’t ideal for every recipe.

    By M Lavelle 8 months ago Read More
  • Broken pieces of a dark chocolate bar in a bowl.

    A Cult-Favorite Brand Known For Its Soaps Also Has A Range Of Dark Chocolates

    Wellness companies don't often sell both hygiene products and food, but one cult-favorite brand known for its soaps also has a line of its own dark chocolates.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 8 months ago Read More
  • woman in kitchen with various groceries 1960s

    We Almost Can't Believe This Vintage Dessert Even Existed

    Mixing together strange ingredients that often contrast, vintage desserts were typically worlds away from what we consider delicious, or even edible, today.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • Iced coffee mocha viewed from the top against gray background

    Save Money By Making Your Favorite Iced Mocha At Home With Instant Coffee

    If you enjoy drinking iced mochas but don't feel like forking over a bunch of dough for one, you can save some cash by making the drink with instant coffee.

    By Ilene V. Smith 8 months ago Read More
  • Chicken-fried steak dish

    The Biggest Tell As To Whether Your Steak Has Been Country Fried Or Chicken Fried

    You might see chicken- and country-fried steaks on menus and wonder if there's any difference. There is, and here's how to tell the two apart.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 months ago Read More
  • Doggie Diner's scary dog mascot

    This Defunct Vintage Fast Food Chain Had One Of The Most Horrifying Mascots We've Ever Seen

    A fast food restaurant's mascot should create a lasting impression. This might have worked too well in the case of a creepy mascot that outlived its chain.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • Rack of ribs on a wooden serving board

    Here's Why Texas Roadhouse Ribs Are So Tender

    Texas Roadhouse is well-known for its high-quality steaks, but it also has high-quality ribs known for being tender. Here's how the chain makes them.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 months ago Read More
  • Cheesecake Factory pizza and cheesecake

    How The Cheesecake Factory Prepares Most Of Its Food May Surprise You

    The Cheesecake Factory is known for its huge menu (and the cheesecake), but how the restaurant chain manages to prepare most of the menu is pretty surprising.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 months ago Read More
  • Person smashing burgers

    This Old School Restaurant Chain Made Fast Food History Back In The '70s

    While you might think of McDonald's Happy Meal as a first-of-its-kind fast food kid's meal, the chain's biggest competitor in the 1970s pioneered the idea.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 8 months ago Read More
  • Loaves of sourdough in a bakery

    What Exactly Gives Sourdough Bread Its Signature Flavor?

    There's plenty of tasty science that explains just how sourdough bread gets its signature flavor. Here are some of the chemical culprits behind the taste.

    By Adam Raphael 8 months ago Read More
  • Blanco tequila being poured into a shot glass

    What's The Big Deal About Additive-Free Tequila?

    If you enjoy tequila, it's important to know what "additive-free" means and how to find a bottle so you can enjoy your favorite drink responsibly.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • A hibachi chef flambeing a steak

    What Kind Of Steak Is Usually Served At Hibachi Grills?

    A hibachi grill is a fun experience that comes with great food. But hibachi grills need specific kinds of food, right down to the cuts of steak they use.

    By Tony Cooper 8 months ago Read More
  • A platter of Australian sweets including Musk Sticks, licorice, and chocolate covered nuts

    14 Australian Candies You Need To Try At Least Once

    Every country claims to have the best candy, but Australia produces a variety of underrated lollies and unique confectionery that stand out from the rest.

    By Stephanie Mee 8 months ago Read More
  • Chocolate cupcakes on table

    The Great British Bake Off Tip You Need To Remember When Using Chocolate This Summer

    If chocolate week on "The Great British Bake Off" has taught us anything, you'll want to be mindful of this when baking with chocolate in hot weather.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 8 months ago Read More
  • slices of realistic plant based meat

    The Meat Replacement You Might Want To Avoid Buying

    Nowadays, there are so many options for meat replacements that it can get overwhelming. And there's one in particular that you might want to avoid.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 8 months ago Read More
  • An ice cream truck with its door open.

    The Frosty Favorite That Was Invented By Complete Mistake

    Sometimes, a mistake can be exactly what you need to change the game. A mistake is how this frosty favorite wound up being created, after all.

    By Tim Forster 8 months ago Read More
  • Betty Crocker cake mix cut into squared on parchment paper

    Whatever Happened To Betty Crocker's Boxed Snackin' Cake Mix?

    Betty Crocker's boxed Snackin' Cake mix made for a quick and easy treat, and zero baking skills were required. But what happened to the popular product?

    By Megan Lim 8 months ago Read More
  • James Dean posing

    Banana Salad Was James Dean's Favorite Dessert, And Honestly, We Kind Of Get It

    Before he was famous, James Dean revealed that his favorite dessert was a fruity sweet and simple concoction that is easy to recreate at home.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • A heap of broken chocolate pieces.

    What Makes Single-Origin Chocolate So Expensive?

    Chocolate prices can be tricky to make sense of, especially if they are labeled as single-origin, which tends to be more expensive. But why is that?

    By Betsy Parks 8 months ago Read More
  • Frozen peas in a bowl

    What Causes Frozen Peas To Smell Terrible And How To Prevent It

    Peas can be a great addition to many dishes, but if you're storing them in the freezer, you might notice a less than appetizing aroma. Here's why.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • Canister of seasoned salt

    What Seasoning Is Used In Seasoning Salt?

    Salt is an easy way to add flavor to a dish, but if you're looking to upgrade your cooking, seasoning salt is a great option. Here's what's in it.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding Inca Kola

    What Exactly Is The Flavor Of Peru's Most Popular Soda, Inca Kola?

    Inca Kola is a huge part of the Peruvian identity. Take a look at what this unique soda really tastes like and how the flavor has historic roots in Peru.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 months ago Read More
  • Five bags of now discontinued Lay's chip flavors

    11 Discontinued Lay's Chip Flavors That We Want To See Again

    Many Lay's potato chip flavors have come and gone over the years, but there are some discontinued concoctions that we wish would make a comeback.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 8 months ago Read More
  • Glass canning jars filled with preserved vegetables.

    What's The Difference Between Mason Jars Vs Canning Jars?

    The terms Mason jars and canning jars are sometimes used interchangeably, but not all canning jars are Mason jars. Here's what you need to know.

    By Betsy Parks 8 months ago Read More
  • Corona pictured with limes

    What's The Reason Mexican Beer Is Served With A Lime?

    You've probably had a Mexican beer served with a lime at least once, or at least seen others do it, in real life or maybe even in a commercial.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 months ago Read More
  • Salted pork belly on a piece of wood.

    Salt Pork Vs Fatback: What's The Difference?

    Salt pork and fatback don't have a ton of distinguishing elements. Here are the differences you need to know, and how to incorporate both into recipes.

    By Betsy Parks 8 months ago Read More
  • Sweet Baby Ray's pit team at the 1985 Royko Ribfest

    The BBQ Rib Competition That Led Sweet Baby Ray's To Fame

    Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce rose to popularity following its appearance at a rib competition in the '80s. It didn't come first place but its legacy prevailed.

    By Ilene V. Smith 8 months ago Read More
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