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  • A woman looking down at a large red wine stain on her white blouse.

    How To Remove A Wine Stain From Clothes Without Any Cleaning Agents

    There's nothing worse than that slow-motion moment of watching wine fall onto something white. Next time it happens, here's how to clean it without agents.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • A bowl of rice bran oil

    This Little-Known Cooking Oil Could Be The Best To Replace Your Olive Oil

    Olive oil has long reigned supreme in the pantry. But there's a quiet contender you've probably overlooked, and it's time to give it a proper spotlight.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • a burger and fries

    This Is How Fast Food Chains Make Your Order So Suspiciously Fast

    Ever wondered how fast food chains like McDonald's prepare your order so quickly? Here's how these speedy kitchens work and what it means for your food.

    By Demi Phillips Read More
  • freezer drawer full of frozen meat

    It's A Mistake To Thaw Meat Using The Hot Water Method. Here's Why

    Part of life is thawing meat for dinner. So is forgetting to thaw meat for dinner. If you're in a rush to defrost, here's why you shouldn't use hot water.

    By Sarah Lintakoon Read More
  • Wine with roast lamb

    Which Wine Pairs Best With Lamb?

    Lamb is often a rich dish that deserves to be paired with a wine that brings out the best version of itself, and this is the wine you should use.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • Filet-o-Fish on top of a McDonald's box

    The Ingredients That Give McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Its Golden Color

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is known for its golden color in addition to its iconic flavor. What gives this breaded fish sandwich its trademark golden hue?

    By Sarah Lintakoon Read More
  • microwaved chocolate mug cake in a blue mug next to a spoon

    Why The Tops Of Microwave-Baked Treats Are Ugly And How To Fix Them

    Microwave-baked goods are a quick and delicious way to whip up a dessert, but they can come out, well ... ugly. Thankfully, there's a way to get around that.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • hands pulling roll of aluminum foil open

    10 Aluminum Foil Mistakes That Compromise Kitchen Safety

    Aluminum foil is a go-to tool in most kitchens. But if you aren't using it correctly, according to the experts, you could be compromising on safety.

    By Sarah Moore Read More
  • roasted duck breast on a platter

    Use This Easy 2-Step Marinade Method To Remove The Gamey Flavor From Duck

    Duck's flavor is undeniably rich and savory, but it can taste gamey sometimes. Here's a simple two-step marinade to tone down the gaminess.

    By Mathieson Nishimura Read More
  • A bowl of peanut butter surrounded by peanuts

    The Unexpected Hack That Uses Science To Thicken Runny Peanut Butter

    Opening a bottle of peanut butter to find it runny is never fun. Luckily, there's an unexpected hack that uses science to thicken it, and it's super simple.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • different kinds of boba

    Chewy Vs Popping Boba: What's The Difference?

    A cup of bubble tea is a refreshing way to treat yourself. If you've been wondering what the difference is between chewy and popping boba, here's what to know.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • Sticky toffee pudding

    The Delicious Thing That Happens When You Add Baking Soda To Toffee

    Toffee is one of the tastiest treats you can whip up in your own kitchen, and adding baking soda to the recipe changes these sweets for the better.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • A whiskey cocktail with a cherry and orange slice

    What Happens When You Skip Muddling In Whiskey Cocktails

    Muddling is an integral step in some whiskey cocktails, one that you should never skip if it's called for. Here's what happens if you skip muddling anyway.

    By Tony Cooper Read More
  • A pile of green, yellow, and red scotch bonnets on a grey countertop.

    The Trick To Toning Down The Heat Of Scotch Bonnet Pepper In Any Dish

    Scotch bonnet peppers aren't the hottest out there, but they still pack a mean punch. If you want to tone down their spice level, try this trick.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • A large watermelon slice inside an open fridge.

    The Storage Mistake That Will Ruin Your Watermelon This Summer

    Before you grab some juicy watermelons for the summertime heat, there's one storage mistake you should be aware of — it can ruin your fruits.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • Lobsters and seafood on plate

    The Can't-Miss Signs Your Lobster Is Undercooked

    Lobster is much too expensive for you to get sick over it from undercooking. To help you avoid this, here are the can't-miss signs of an undercooked lobster.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • dark chocolate on a white marble

    Why Is Dark Chocolate Often Considered Healthier Than Other Kinds?

    Dark chocolate is considered healthier than milk and white alternatives, and you might be wondering why. To understand, we need to look at the ingredients.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • 3 bottles of mead

    Which Is The Stronger Drink: Mead Or Beer?

    Whether you're searching for stiffer drinks to tackle or you want to avoid overindulging, it helps to know which drink is stronger between mead and beer.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
  • A tray of roasted vegetables

    The Seasoning Mistake Preventing You From Perfect Roasted Vegetables

    Roasted vegetables is one of the best, most delicious ways to incorporate more nutrients into your diet, but you can make them even tastier with this.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson Read More
  • A cutting board with raw chicken wings on it.

    Why Tequila Makes The Ultimate Chicken Wing Marinade For Complex Flavor

    If you're looking for the perfect new chicken wing marinade, consider tequila as the base. It yields complex, deeply satisfying flavors to your meat.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • can craft beer

    Here's The Reason Your Canned Beer Randomly Exploded

    Cracking a cold one is great. A cold one cracking itself and exploding is not. But sometimes, exploding beer cans happen. Here's everything you need to know.

    By Jessica Riggio Read More
  • Beef at a grocery store

    Why Grocery Store Beef Sometimes Looks Purple

    When you picture fresh raw beef at the grocery store, you probably imagine it a bright, cherry red. When beef looks purple, does that mean it's bad?

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • Roast lamb with mint

    Why Our Taste Buds Love Lamb With Mint Jelly, According To Science

    Lamb with mint jelly might sound like an odd combination, but this pairing features an array of flavors and chemical compounds that result in a delicious dish.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • chocolate covered espresso beans spilling out of a bag

    How Many Dark Chocolate-Covered Espresso Beans Does It Take To Equal The Caffeine In A Cup Of Coffee?

    If you love anything chocolate, you should try chocolate espresso beans. If the caffeine gives you pause, here's how many beans it takes to equal a cup of joe.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • Tomato-based pasta in a cast iron skillet.

    Should You Avoid Using Acidic Ingredients In Your Cast Iron Cookware?

    Cast iron cookware is the best in the game durability- and versatility-wise, but it does have weaknesses. Here's whether acidic ingredients are one of them.

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • acai bowls with blueberries and strawberries in the background

    Frozen Açaí Vs Powdered: Which Makes The Better Breakfast Bowl?

    The next time you're making a breakfast bowl with some açaí berries, you might be wondering whether frozen or powdered fruits are the better choice.

    By Shriya Swaminathan Read More
  • water being poured from a tap into a cup

    The Easy Way To Remove Chlorine From Water And Taste What You've Been Missing

    Though chlorine is added to tap water for safety reasons, it can make your water taste chemical. Here are several fast and easy ways to remove that flavor.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
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