Couscous seems like a simple, maybe even unexciting, side dish. But scratch its surface, and you'll find layers of historical and cultural significance.
Too often we fall back on a mindset that demands salads be built around lettuce. It's time we open up our minds and discover Israeli and Shirazi salads.
Baba ganoush is a tasty Middle Eastern eggplant dish. You already know that it's delicious - but do you know what it means? Here's the dish's name, explained.
Chowder and bisque are two types of soup that seem similar on paper, but the differences in texture, history, and serving style are actually quite pronounced.
There are a few reasons why buying smaller is better when it comes to vinegar. Stay away from that gallon container! It turns out it's a false economy.
You might be surprised to learn that there are several different types of cardamom. But is there a flavor difference between white cardamom and black cardamom?
Who doesn't love pie? If you want to eat your way across the world with pies, it's possible, but you should know a few different types to get a head start.
You might be surprised to learn that there are hundreds of varieties of oranges - and Florida grows most of them. But these are the four most popular types.
You might think you know exactly how to peel a banana, but, believe it or not, there's a far more effective way to do it - and it comes with surprise benefits.
If your milk has ever smelled or tasted off before the best-by date on the carton passes, there are some simple explanations that could help avoid the issue.
Sourdough can be tricky, but it all comes down to knowing when your starter is ready. Learn about the important indicators you should watch for before you bake.
Shrimp cocktails are tasty, but there are other shellfish in the sea. Some might see crab cocktails as a nice stand-in, but they stand out as something more.
There are many different kinds of sushi made in different ways, and for aburi salmon it's a specific technique that makes it different from regular nigiri.
Using the hot water tap to get a jump start when boiling water seems like a clever shortcut, but there's an unexpected downside that is better avoided.
There's a surprising variety of onions used in cooking and they all have unique uses. Here's the difference between pearl onions and spring onions, explained.
For a sandwich that doesn't look anything like a sandwich and barely qualifies for the categorization, turn to Illinois's indulgent horseshoe sandwich.
Pork scratchings, rinds, and cracklins are all variations of fried pork skin that look remarkably similar from a distance, but here's what sets them apart.
We all know Audrey Hepburn loved Breakfast at Tiffany's, but did you know she would pack fresh pasta to bring on vacation? Here are 12 foods the actress adored.
Preserving salts such as saltpeter and sodium nitrate are important ingredients in the creation of processed meats such as corned beef and other items.
Some pasta varieties are easy to tell apart, while others, such as pappardelle and fettuccine, look considerably more similar and are tougher to discern.
As time goes by, different foods and drinks gain and lose different health claims. So, why are some now suggesting that bourbon has a slew of health benefits?
Among the many types of plant milk, peanut milk is not so well known, but it packs a lot of potential (and protein). Here's what you should know about it.