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  • Glasses of homemade ginger ale sitting on a counter next to fresh ginger, limes, and mint

    Fresh Ginger Vs Dried: Which Is Better For Homemade Ginger Ale?

    Making ginger ale from scratch is easy, but will you get better results using the fresh stuff or the dried kind? Here's what an expert has to say.

    By Molly Wilson Read More
  • Bobby Flay standing and smiling

    The Distinctive Way Bobby Flay Prefers His Burgers To Be Cooked

    Celebrity chef Bobby Flay knows his way around a burger, but you might be surprised by the specific way insists on cooking his boldly flavored beef patties.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Matcha cup and powder

    Matcha Vs Green Tea: Which Drink Has The Most Caffeine?

    Matcha and green tea share many similarities, but if your goal is loading up on as much caffeine as possible, which drink should you choose?

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 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
  • Whiskey glass on barrel

    Single Barrel Vs Small Batch Bourbon: The Key Differences Between The Two

    Bourbon brands often tout their single barrel and small batch varieties. Here's what makes each type of these spirited offerings special and unique.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 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
  • Person sliding a sheet cake into oven

    Broiled Icing Is The Old-School Cake Topping You Need To Try

    Looking for an easy way to top a cake without fuss? Jump back in time and try out this tasty vintage cake topping: broiled icing. You'll be glad you did!

    By Emmy Schneider-Green Read More
  • raw soft-shell crabs sitting on cutting board

    A Beginner's Guide To Soft-Shell Crab

    Soft-shell crab is a seafood delicacy that restaurants love to overprice, so try cooking it at home with these fish expert-approved tips and tricks.

    By Sarah Moore 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
  • Guy Fieri smiling and wearing glasses

    Guy Fieri's Favorite Breakfast Is This Iconic Southern Staple

    Guy Fieri's breakfasts are few and far between (he's not a fan of the meal), but when he eats it, it's likely this rich, iconic Southern staple.

    By Karen Hart Read More
  • Weight Watchers building

    This Vintage Weight Watchers Recipe From The '70s Is Questionable, To Say The Least

    In the 1970s, Weight Watchers released an array of purportedly low-cal recipes. This unusual one sheds some light on aspects of diet culture at the time.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • open tlayuda on a plate surrounded by vegetables

    How Is A Mexican Pizza Prepared In Mexico?

    You're probably familiar with American pizza of all kinds, and maybe you've even had Mexican pizza. But how is the latter prepared in its home country?

    By Amara Michelle Read More
  • Packets of McDonald's French fries

    Did One Man Really Convince McDonald's To Stop Using Beef Tallow?

    McDonald's french fries used to be cooked in beef tallow, but a man adamant about heart health may have greatly influenced the chain's switch to vegetable oil.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • matcha cake with matcha powder on wooden plate

    12 Delicious Ways To Use Matcha In Baking

    Matcha is so much more than just a trendy drink alternative to coffee. You can easily add matcha to baked desserts to make them even more delicious.

    By Tysen Ling 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
  • A grilled steak on a wooden platter.

    This Iconic Steakhouse Chain Has Been Cooking With Beef Tallow Since The '80s

    Beef tallow is one option restaurants use for frying food that's gaining in popularity, but this iconic steakhouse chain has been frying with it since the '80s.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • Sweet Baby Ray's barbecue sauces

    The 2 Sauces Sweet Baby Ray's Combined To Create One Stellar Condiment

    Sweet Baby Ray's has made an empire out of condiment experimentation, and one of the brand's tastiest offerings is a natural combination of two sauces.

    By Dhruv Trivedi Read More
  • Close up of the official portrait of John Adams, second president of the US

    This Classic Boozy Fall Drink Was One Of John Adams' Favorites

    U.S. Presidents are powerful world leaders, but that doesn't mean they don't enjoy a classic drink with boozy flavor, including this favorite of John Adams.

    By Molly Wilson Read More
  • Pope Francis waving to a crowd

    11 Foods Pope Francis Ate Regularly

    The late Pope Francis was fond of many foods, from Italian dishes to Argentinian specialties. We've rounded up several of the pope's favorite foods.

    By Felicia Lee Read More
  • An egg sandwich on a napkin

    This Old-School Egg Sandwich From 1901 Has A Sneaky Extra Ingredient

    This vintage egg sandwich recipe from the 20th century includes an unexpected ingredient that will balance out the flavors of the sandwich. Here's how.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • jars of Hellman's Real Mayonnaise in a store

    This Vintage Hellmann's Recipe For Cranberry 'Candles' Left Us Confused, To Say The Least

    One vintage Hellmann's recipe calls for mixing cranberry sauce with mayonnaise, among other things, to make, well, a cranberry "candle."

    By Tara Bowen Read More
  • Anne Burrell smiling with teeth, wearing rep lipstick

    The No-Frills Kitchen Tool That's Anne Burrell's Favorite

    Experienced chefs don't always love fancy tools and kitchen gadgets. Sometimes, like with Anne Burrell, their favorite tool is a no-frills classic.

    By Crystal Antonace 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
  • The center of a Monopoly board, seen from above.

    McDonald's Monopoly Vanished After One Of The Wildest Scams In Fast Food History

    A hit promotional series run in the '80s and '90s, the McDonald's Monopoly game was exploited by an ex-cop, leading to millions of stolen winnings.

    By Tim Forster Read More
  • A professional artisan baker kneading a loaf of dough.

    What Exactly Is 'Artisan' Bread And Why Is It More Expensive?

    Bread is a delicious staple in most homes, with artisan bread finding its way on more shelves. What exactly is it, and why is it expensive in comparison?

    By Georgina Jedikovska Read More
  • Sisig, pancit, chicken wings, and rice on table with plates

    15 Traditional Filipino Foods You Need To Try At Least Once

    Unfamiliar with Filipino food and looking to try something new? We reached out to Filipino food experts to bring you these must-try dishes from the Philippines.

    By Lyla Porter 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
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