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  • Alton Brown smiles at an industry event red carpet
    Baking
    Baking By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 18th, 2024

    Alton Brown's Chef Tip For The Fudgiest Brownies? Bake Them Twice

    Alton Brown is the king of "Good Eats," including a trick for the most perfect fudgy brownies. Here's how to divvy up your bake for the best results.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Margarita in a salt-rimmed glass
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Julia Mullaney November 18th, 2024

    How To Salt A Margarita Glass - You're Doing It Wrong All Wrong

    A properly salted margarita glass makes every sip better. Craft bartender Kamaron Lockwood has all the tips you need to get each glass just right.

    By Julia Mullaney November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Small bowl of dark corn syrup
    Cooking
    Cooking By S. Ferrari November 18th, 2024

    What Sets Dark Corn Syrup Apart From The Light Variety?

    Not all corn syrup is the same. Here's what sets dark corn syrup and light syrup apart, and how to substitute if you're out of dark corn syrup.

    By S. Ferrari November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Burgers, hotcakes, oatmeal, and a McFlurry from McDonalds
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Stephanie Mee November 18th, 2024

    14 McDonald's Menu Items You Should Avoid Ordering

    These McDonald's menu items -- some mainstays that have been around for ages and some newer creations -- consistently get bad reviews from diners.

    By Stephanie Mee November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Frogmore stew seafood boil
    Food History
    Food History By Jackson Williams November 18th, 2024

    The Origin Of South Carolina's Frogmore Stew Is Rooted In Gullah-Geechee Culture

    A South Carolina seafood boil that features shrimp, sausage, potatoes, and beer, Frogmore stew comes from the cooks of the Gullah-Geechee community

    By Jackson Williams November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • A bartender lighting alcohol vapor to make a flaming cocktail
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Sarah Lintakoon November 18th, 2024

    How Exactly Do Flaming Cocktails Work?

    There are few things more impressive at a cocktail bar than watching your drink go up in cinematic flames. But how do those drinks actually work?

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Vegetable fried rice in a white bowl with chopsticks
    Cooking
    Cooking By Kim Ranjbar November 18th, 2024

    Avoid Mushy Fried Rice With A Simple Rule

    If you've ever failed to recreate the incredible fried rice from your favorite Chinese restaurant, using the wrong rice was likely your downfall.

    By Kim Ranjbar November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Four cans of OK Soda, TaB, Sierra Mist, and Diet Pepsi Jazz
    Drinks
    Drinks By Cheyenne Wiseman November 18th, 2024

    Discontinued Sodas That Are Probably Never Coming Back

    Whether due to shifting consumer interests, new health trends, or increased competition, some beverages are fated to remain a distant memory.

    By Cheyenne Wiseman November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Starbucks to go cup
    Coffee Shops
    Coffee Shops By Sarah Lintakoon November 18th, 2024

    The Reason Starbucks' Logo Is A Siren

    Starbucks has plenty of mysteries and fun facts for customers to dive into. For example, do you know the origin of Starbucks green siren logo?

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Knives in wooden knife block
    Cleaning
    Cleaning By Shawna Schofield November 18th, 2024

    Don't Forget To Clean Your Kitchen's Knife Block

    You might not clean your kitchen's knife block too often - or at all, for that matter. But it's actually really important to wash this storage space.

    By Shawna Schofield November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • man opening a home freezer
    Cocktails And Spirits
    Cocktails And Spirits By Andrew Amelinckx November 18th, 2024

    The Creamy Alcohol You Should Never Store In The Freezer

    While some people swear by storing alcohol in the freezer, one creamy type of alcohol should never be stored there. We'll explain the reason behind this.

    By Andrew Amelinckx November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Golden brown empanadas on a wooden table
    Baking
    Baking By Ilene V. Smith November 18th, 2024

    The Expert Advice You Need To Make Perfect Empanada Dough

    Jose Horrach, executive chef of Chica & The Don, feels your frustration with empanada dough. But he has a tip for ensuring your dough comes out just right.

    By Ilene V. Smith November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • A hand holding a latte (left) and a macchiato on a table (right).
    Coffee And Tea
    Coffee And Tea By Tim Forster November 18th, 2024

    What's The Difference Between Macchiato And A Latte?

    Although these two coffee beverages might taste very similar, the truth is that they share a few key differences. Here's why.

    By Tim Forster November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Two paloma cocktails with sliced grapefruit and limes
    Mixology And Techniques
    Mixology And Techniques By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley November 18th, 2024

    Give Citrus Cocktails A More Complex Flavor With A Popular Ale

    Craving a citrus cocktail? Before you get your ingredients, grab this popular ale and toss it in for a more complex flavor. Can you guess that it is?

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Bobby Flay smiles in close up pic
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By S. Ferrari November 18th, 2024

    The Italian Sandwich Beloved By Bobby Flay

    When it comes to sandwiches, there's one spot Bobby Flay flagged on his Instagram, encouraging Italians and Italophiles to add to their must-visit lists.

    By S. Ferrari November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Popcorn shrimp, lemons, and parsley on parchment paper
    Food History
    Food History By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley November 18th, 2024

    What's The Meaning Behind The Name Popcorn Shrimp?

    A basket of golden-brown popcorn shrimp makes you want to eat it by the fistful like popcorn because that's how it got its name - but there's more to the story.

    By Rachel Shulhafer Haeseley November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring olive oil
    Food History
    Food History By Georgina Jedikovska November 18th, 2024

    Why Olive Oil From Other Countries Tastes Different

    If you've ever had olive oil from different countries, you might have noticed that they all taste a bit different from each other. Here's why.

    By Georgina Jedikovska November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of crispy, golden brown empanadas
    Cooking
    Cooking By Eloise Rollins-Fife November 18th, 2024

    Should You Bake Or Fry Empanadas? Follow This Expert Advice

    When making empanadas, you might be asking the age-old question: to fry or to bake? We asked an expert about which method is best (the secret's in the filling).

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • fruit leather rolls
    Cooking
    Cooking By Ashlen Wilder November 18th, 2024

    Homemade Fruit Leather Is Easy To Make With 1 Canned Ingredient

    Fruit leather is the all-natural, healthier version of a fruit rollup, and it's easier to make than ever by using this one canned ingredient.

    By Ashlen Wilder November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Amber beer pouring into pints from taps
    Facts
    Facts By Emmy Schneider-Green November 18th, 2024

    The State That Drinks The Most Beer Isn't California Or Texas

    You might think that the people where you live drink a lot of beer, but they probably don't even come close to the most suds-submerged state in America.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman scrutinizing grocery store receipt
    Shopping Tips
    Shopping Tips By Buffy Naillon November 18th, 2024

    How Tariffs Could Change Your Grocery Shopping Experience

    According to one think tank, Donald Trump's proposed tariffs come with hidden costs that won't favor American wallets - to the tune of almost $1,000 per year.

    By Buffy Naillon November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands doing intricate floral piping on a cupcake
    Baking
    Baking By Ginny Johnson November 18th, 2024

    The Pantry Staple That Helps Stabilize Homemade Frosting

    Luckily for bakers in warm climates, there's a pantry staple that can provide substantial stability without drastically affecting the flavor of your frosting.

    By Ginny Johnson November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Apple cocktail on a bar top
    Food History
    Food History By Robert Haynes-Peterson November 17th, 2024

    Is There Any Truth To The Washington Apple Drink's Origin Story?

    There's a story circulating online about the origin of the Washington apple cocktail, but is it true? Here's what we found out after doing some digging.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson November 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Lemons in glasses with essential oil
    Cooking
    Cooking By S. Ferrari November 17th, 2024

    How To Make Lemon Extract With Just 2 Ingredients

    Because of its powerful flavor, it might seem like making lemon extract entails a complicated process. Luckily, it only requires two ingredients.

    By S. Ferrari November 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Julia Child in a kitchen
    Food History
    Food History By Andrew Amelinckx November 17th, 2024

    The Fish-Filled Meal That Helped Jumpstart Julia Child's Love Of French Cooking

    If Julia Child hadn't tried this life-changing fish dish, there's a chance that she might not have become the famous French cook we know and love. Here's why.

    By Andrew Amelinckx November 17th, 2024 Read More
  • James Beard and Julia Child laughing
    Food History
    Food History By Carly Garber November 17th, 2024

    How Julia Child Helped Shape The James Beard Foundation

    After her beloved friend passed away, Julia Child helped mold the James Beard Foundation by preserving a key piece of Beard's legacy.

    By Carly Garber November 17th, 2024 Read More
  • bread in bread box
    Storage And Preservation
    Storage And Preservation By Lauren Dozier November 17th, 2024

    Is A Bread Box The Best Way To Store Your Bread?

    Bread can become stale and moldy if not stored properly, but is a bread box the best way to store it? Here's what to know about storing your bread.

    By Lauren Dozier November 17th, 2024 Read More
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