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  • Headshot of Anthony Bourdain at the Academy Awards in 2014
    Casual Dining
    Casual Dining By Dylan Murray December 1st, 2024

    The Guy Fieri Restaurant Anthony Bourdain Once Read For Filth

    Anthony Bourdain was never shy about giving his opinion, and fellow celebrity chef Guy Fieri and his Times Square restaurant weren't immune to his critiques.

    By Dylan Murray December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A teaspoon full of MSG crystals
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024

    MSG Is The Secret Ingredient Your Desserts Have Been Missing

    Persistent food myths about MSG have put many people off eating it. However, MSG is actually a safe and delicious seasoning you can use to brighten up dessert.

    By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A tray of popovers cooking in the oven
    Cooking
    Cooking By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024

    Skip The Cooking Spray If You Want The Best Popovers

    When you're making popovers from scratch, don't be tempted to take a shortcut and use cooking spray to grease the pan. Go with this common ingredient instead.

    By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Garlic sauce, fresh garlic, and lemon wedges on a cutting board
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024

    The Simple Way To Transform Mayo Into A Garlicky Aioli

    Ever mix up your mayonnaise with your aioli? Despite their similarities, the two have wildly different flavors. Turn one into the other with this simple hack.

    By Bobby Lewis December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Slow cooked beef olives with vegetables and bacon served in gravy
    History
    History By Amrita Ray December 1st, 2024

    Here's Why Medieval Beef Olives Didn't Actually Include Any Olives

    Like many foods, beef olives have a fascinating but somewhat confusing history. Here's what we learned about the dish and where it gets its name.

    By Amrita Ray December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Tempura for sale in Japanese food stall
    Cooking
    Cooking By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    For Restaurant Quality Tempura, Make Sure To Use The Right Frying Oil

    Mastering restaurant-quality tempura starts with the right oil - Taihaku sesame oil’s delicate flavor elevates frying, but it comes at a cost.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand spreading cream cheese on bagel
    Cooking
    Cooking By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    The Trick To Make Your Breakfast Bagels Even Better

    Even though people enjoy bagels in all sorts of ways, there still seems to be more variations to discover. This little trick is a great jumping-off point.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Pulled pork on a pizza
    Baking
    Baking By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Give Pepperoni A Break And Go For A Different Pork Pizza Topping

    Pepperoni can get old on a pizza. Why not mix it up, with another form of pork. Whether you wanna go tomato or BBQ-style, you can't go wrong here.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A plate of boiled peanuts, still in their browned and softened shells.
    Traditions
    Traditions By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    How Boiled Peanuts Became A Southern Staple

    Boiled peanuts are a soft, salty snack that's popular in the American South. But although the tradition goes back generations, it took a long time to get there.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A person pouring a microwaved bag of popcorn into a glass bowl on a kitchen counter.
    Cooking
    Cooking By Dylan Murray November 30th, 2024

    So Are We Supposed To Use The Microwave's Popcorn Button Or Not?

    There's a button on microwaves that is an auto-set for cooking popcorn, but it's debatable whether or not to use it and some brands instruct against it.

    By Dylan Murray November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Sushi chef offering a wooden board of sushi
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Dylan Myers November 30th, 2024

    A Sushi Chef Tells Us The Mistakes Everyone Makes When Ordering Sushi, And How To Avoid Them

    When going out to a sushi restaurant, many people make these common mistakes when ordering sushi. Here's how to avoid them, according to an expert sushi chef.

    By Dylan Myers November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Pastel de nata (Portuguese egg tarts) served on a plate.
    History
    History By Amrita Ray November 30th, 2024

    Portuguese Vs Chinese Egg Tarts: What Is The Difference?

    Did someone say egg tarts -- but which one? See the differences between Portuguese pastel de nata and Chinese daan tat -- tarts shaped by each's culture.

    By Amrita Ray November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A whole apple pie with lattice crust on top, crisp and browned, still in the pie dish.
    Baking
    Baking By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Here's How To Bake Pie Crust With Vegan Butter

    Baked goods in general rely heavily on dairy which makes vegan baking a bit difficult. Although there are vegan butters, it's not as simple as a quick swap.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A stack of grilled ears of corn for sale at a market.
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    The Umami-Packed Sauce You Need To Start Brushing On Corn On The Cob

    If you don't find yourself typically thinking outside of the box when it comes to corn on the cob, this flavorful sauce could help get the gears turning.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A martini being poured from off-camera into a martini glass, with three olives on a stick.
    Alcohol and Cocktail
    Alcohol and Cocktail By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Try Geoffrey Zakarian's Spin On Martinis For A Smoother Sip

    There are a surprising number of ways to serve a martini, but if you want to go full craft artisan then celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian's take may be for you.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands holding Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich next to drink
    History
    History By Chloë James November 30th, 2024

    Chick-Fil-A Recalls That Affected Millions

    Chick-fil-A doesn't have nearly as many recalls as some of its fast food competitors, but there are still some times when it happened. These are its recalls.

    By Chloë James November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A scoop of French vanilla ice cream in a small, cold, metal bowl.
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Sour Cream Is The Key To A Delectably Tangy Vanilla Ice Cream

    If you ever have the pleasure of making ice cream at home, sour cream is the surprising ingredient that you have to try out in your next batch of vanilla.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Large bowls of chapulines (grasshoppers) for sale at a market
    Traditions
    Traditions By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    How Fried Grasshoppers Became A Staple Snack In Mexico

    A large minority of the world's population includes insects in their diet and Mexico's love of fried grasshoppers has ancient roots going back centuries.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Bottles of California olive oil on a grocery store shelf
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Does California Olive Oil Have A Distinctive Flavor?

    Of all the things that come to mind when someone says California, olive oil may not be one of them. However, the Sunshine State is a major olive oil producer.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A White Castle combo meal, with four cheese sliders and a side of fries
    Burger Joints
    Burger Joints By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Here's How Much White Castle's Hamburger Has Changed Since 1921

    White Castle is the original fast food burger joint but after more than a century, things change. White Castle sliders aren't quite as cheap as they used to be.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Bowl of cream of mushroom soup
    Cooking
    Cooking By Anita Surewicz November 30th, 2024

    13 Ways To Jazz Up Your Classic Cream Of Mushroom Soup

    Cream of mushroom soup is a tasty option to serve as an appetizer or main course. Find out how to enhance the basic recipe for a delicious and novel version.

    By Anita Surewicz November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A bowl of chicken tikka masala served with white rice.
    History
    History By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Why Britain Considers Tikka Masala A National Dish

    The origins of chicken tikka masala are rooted in a long and complex history. Here's how an Indian recipe merged with traditional British cuisine.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A small bottle of Kikkoman soy sauce with a red, double spouted cap.
    Ingredients
    Ingredients By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    How To Use The Double Spout On Soy Sauce Bottles Properly

    Ever wondered why certain soy sauce bottles have two spouts on the cap? Turns out, these dual holes serve an important function when seasoning your food.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A photo of Guy Fieri wearing glasses
    Alcohol and Cocktail
    Alcohol and Cocktail By Maria Scinto November 30th, 2024

    Guy Fieri's Favorite Liquor Is A Classic Italian Digestif

    Guy Fieri is known for his love of bold flavors and hearty, extravagant foods. Turns out, this also applies to his favorite drink of choice.

    By Maria Scinto November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • The exterior of a Burger King restaurant with nobody outside
    Burger Joints
    Burger Joints By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Burger King's Huge 1980s Advertising Mistake

    Back in the 1980s, Burger King was looking to drum up fresh interest with an ad campaign which featured a mascot so unpopular it tanked sales.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Four packets of McDonald's ketchup on a gray background
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Why Does McDonald's Ketchup Taste So Good?

    McDonald’s ketchup stands out with its simple, stripped-down recipe delivering a sweet tomato flavor, unlike the spicier, seasoned profile of Heinz.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Several red onions, most cut lengthwise, with three crosswise-cut onion rings
    Cooking
    Cooking By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024

    Lengthwise Vs Crosswise: What's The Difference Between The Cutting Methods?

    Even if you're pretty good with a kitchen knife, sometimes the terms chefs use can be forgotten. This is the difference between these two fundamental cuts.

    By Bobby Lewis November 30th, 2024 Read More
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