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  • Packages of margarine in a supermarket refrigerator.
    Food Science
    Food Science By Tim Forster February 18th, 2025

    Here's What Happens If You Use Margarine Instead Of Real Butter When Baking

    Whether for dietary or practical reasons, you might be tempted to swap butter for margarine in your bake. Here's what you should know before you do.

    By Tim Forster February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Wagyu beef skewers
    Facts
    Facts By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025

    The Beef That Tastes Just Like Wagyu For A Fraction Of The Price

    Wagyu beef can cost hundreds of dollars per pound, but you don't have to spend a ton for a luxurious steak. This beef is a budget-friendly alternative to Wagyu.

    By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • entree salad featuring tender sweet potato wedges
    Cooking
    Cooking By Kathy Patalsky February 18th, 2025

    12 Different Ways To Cook Sweet Potatoes Beyond Baking

    Sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious addition to a meal. If you're always baking them, switch it up with one of a dozen other ways to cook them.

    By Kathy Patalsky February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's frappe drink in store
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Jonathan Kesh February 18th, 2025

    How Much Caffeine Is In A McDonald's Frappé?

    While the McDonald's frappé is certainly a sweet treat, many drink it to get their daily dose of caffeine. So how much caffeine does this drink offer?

    By Jonathan Kesh February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • fish stock ingredients in pot
    Tips
    Tips By Greta Pano February 18th, 2025

    What's The Best Fish To Use For Stock?

    Yes, you can make stock from fish, but you can just throw anything that swims into your stockpot. This is the type you should choose, according to an expert.

    By Greta Pano February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Chocolate covered energy bars with ingredients
    Food History
    Food History By Robert Haynes-Peterson February 18th, 2025

    Whatever Happened To Carnation Breakfast Bars?

    Once upon a time, the Carnation breakfast bar was one of the first and most popular convenience breakfast items on the market. Where did it go?

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Chef Alex Guarnaschelli smiling and grating cheese into a bowl of pasta
    Facts
    Facts By Carly Garber February 18th, 2025

    Alex Guarnaschelli's Favorite Meal Is A Pasta Dish That Changed Her Life

    Food Network star and celebrity chef Alex Guarnaschelli's most memorable meal is a life-changing pasta dish in France. Here's what made it so special.

    By Carly Garber February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • variety of fast food items on white table
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Megan Lim February 18th, 2025

    10 Weirdest Fast Food Chain Collaborations Of All Time

    Fast food chains are known for their consistency, but sometimes they do some pretty surprising collaborations. These are the weirdest collabs of all time.

    By Megan Lim February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Two espresso martinis
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Jonathan Kesh February 18th, 2025

    Tequila Is The Vodka Swap That Adds A Bold Edge To Your Espresso Martini

    Although you can't go wrong with a classic espresso martini, this simple swap can kick things up a notch. Here's why you should swap the vodka for tequila.

    By Jonathan Kesh February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Shrimp cocktail
    Food History
    Food History By Tony Cooper February 18th, 2025

    Before The Shrimp Cocktail, Another Shellfish Was The Popular Choice

    Before the ever-popular shrimp cocktail, oysters were the preferred choice of shellfish served "cocktail" style, but it was more of a drink than a dish.

    By Tony Cooper February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Tequilas in tasting glasses
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Tony Cooper February 18th, 2025

    How To Identify Tequila's Tasting Notes

    Explore the flavors of tequila and learn more about how to identify unique tasting notes, and how these notes change based on how long its been aged.

    By Tony Cooper February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Potatoes au gratin in white baking dish
    Cooking
    Cooking By Lauren Dozier February 18th, 2025

    Is Pommes Anna Just Another Name For Potato Gratin?

    Both pommes Anna and potatoes au gratin feature thinly sliced potatoes baked into a cake. Does that mean that they're simply different names for the same dish?

    By Lauren Dozier February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Lush green vegetables and herbs grow in a small wooden crate
    Tips
    Tips By Molly Wilson February 18th, 2025

    The Fresh Herbs That Ward Off Pesky Kitchen Flies

    Keep pesky flies away from your kitchen naturally with these three easy-to-grow herbs that repel pests while adding freshness to your cooking space and garden.

    By Molly Wilson February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Vegan nachos on white plate
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Eloise Rollins-Fife February 18th, 2025

    Mexican-Inspired Fast Food Chains Are Surprisingly Great For Vegan Eats

    If you're looking for vegan food in a hurry, turn to Mexican-themed fast food restaurants for quick and animal product-free eating.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Bowl of nachos
    Food History
    Food History By Ashlen Wilder February 18th, 2025

    The Unexpected History Of Nachos

    Nachos, loaded up with ground beef, jalapeños, and cheese are a Tex-Mex staple, but have you ever wondered how this sports stadium classic was first created?

    By Ashlen Wilder February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Tomato peels closeup
    Tips
    Tips By S. Ferrari February 18th, 2025

    Turn Leftover Tomato Skins Into A Flavorful Dry Seasoning In 10 Minutes Or Less

    Have a pile of papery red skins leftover from peeling tomatoes? Don't throw them in the compost bin! Turn tomato skins into a flavor-packed seasoning instead.

    By S. Ferrari February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • charcuterie board foods with an X
    Tips
    Tips By Sarah Moore February 18th, 2025

    14 Mistakes You're Making When Building A Charcuterie Board

    There are several pitfalls involved in making a charcuterie board, especially if it's your first time. Here are 14 of the most common mistakes to avoid.

    By Sarah Moore February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Homemade ginger beer in large beverage dispenser
    Drinks
    Drinks By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025

    Is Ginger Beer Gluten-Free?

    Considering the word beer in its name (which is usually made from glutenous grains), ginger beer is often presumed to contain gluten. But is that the case?

    By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Hand holding beer in a pint glass being filled by tap
    Beer And Wine
    Beer And Wine By S. Ferrari February 18th, 2025

    Does Pouring Beer Into A Glass Make It Taste Better?

    Wondering whether it's worth it to pour your beer into a glass before drinking? It might help you taste your beer's flavor notes even better.

    By S. Ferrari February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Dirty martini with a garnish of stuffed olives
    Mixology And Techniques
    Mixology And Techniques By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025

    How To Stuff Your Own Olives For A Dirty Martini

    Olives can add a flavorful bite to dirty martinis depending on the fillings that you stuff them with. Here's how to stuff them with different ingredients.

    By Allison Lindsey February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • two glasses of whiskey with ice
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Andrew Amelinckx February 18th, 2025

    Irish Whiskey Vs Scotch: What's The Difference?

    Irish whiskey and Scotch whisky might seem like the same drink, but these two distilled alcoholic beverages have a few key differences that set them apart.

    By Andrew Amelinckx February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • An open can of tuna belly.
    Food Science
    Food Science By Betsy Parks February 18th, 2025

    What Makes Ventresca Tuna Different From Other Canned Tunas?

    While there are several different kinds of canned tuna on the market, ventresca tuna tends to stand out from the rest in more ways than one.

    By Betsy Parks February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Dates on a dark cutting board
    Tips
    Tips By Camryn Teder February 18th, 2025

    Whiskey-Soaked Dates Bring Sweet, Boozy Flavor To Any Snack Board

    Soak some dates in a bottle of whiskey and add them to your next grazing platter for a boozy twist. And don't throw away that sweet, date-infused whiskey after!

    By Camryn Teder February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • fava beans and pods
    Tips
    Tips By Shriya Swaminathan February 18th, 2025

    Peeling Fava Beans? Skip The Blanching And Do This Instead

    Blanching the most well-known method to remove stubborn fava bean skins after they've been shelled, but there's a quicker way to get smooth, skin-free beans.

    By Shriya Swaminathan February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • baking soda, wings, vegetables, coffee, sauce
    Tips
    Tips By Inge Pham-Swann February 18th, 2025

    12 Unexpected Uses For Baking Soda

    Baking soda is more than just for baking. From cleaning cutting boards to heightening the sweetness of tomato sauce, baking soda is a must-use.

    By Inge Pham-Swann February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • Overhead shot of open container of minced garlic next to a bowl and a spoon
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Jolee Sullivan February 18th, 2025

    How Long Does Store-Bought Minced Garlic Last After Opening?

    Store-bought minced garlic generally lasts longer than the fresh kind even after it is opened, but how long is that exactly? Read on to find out.

    By Jolee Sullivan February 18th, 2025 Read More
  • High-protein pasta con le sarde (with sardines) in serving bowls with lemon wedges and slivered almonds
    Dinner Recipes By Julie Kinnaird February 18th, 2025

    High-Protein Pasta Con Le Sarde (With Sardines) Recipe

    This pasta con le sarde (with sardines) is protein-packed thanks to the inclusion of chickpea pasta, sardines, and anchovies.

    Read More
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