Martha Stewart highlighted butter from Vermont in a video posted on Instagram, where she told fans to use "the best unsalted butter" when cooking potatoes.
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Not sure what the real difference is between Canadian maple syrup and the American stuff? Well, here's what you need to know.
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Mason jars are no longer just used for food storage. These versatile glass containers are also a great way to serve desserts, salads, and meals for the week.
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While home cooks have been storing leftover food in aluminum foil for decades, there’s actually a hidden danger to this method, and better ways to store food.
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Seeing bruschetta and crostini in the same place might make you do a double-take. Are they the same thing? It's a bit complicated. Here's what you need to know.
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Safety is an important part of working in the kitchen, and some safety tips are more intuitive than others. This one might sound strange, but it's crucial.
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Nutritious seaweed is delicious in sushi, soups, and salads. But can you harvest just any old seaweed and eat it? Here's a breakdown of what you need to know.
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Wondering if you should pay extra for that Chilean sea bass or swordfish? We interviewed an expert to find out which expensive fish aren't worth the cost.
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Some of Jelly Belly's wilder flavors include Toothpaste, Dead Fish, and Dirt. We investigate how the company creates such flavors in their crazy candies.
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Pad see ew and pad Thai are two of the most popular, noodle-based dishes in Thai cuisine. While both are tasty, here's what sets them apart.
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If you notice that your hard boiled eggs have a green ring around the yolk when you slice them in half, here's everything that you need to know.
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Russian and Thousand Island dressing share multiple similarities, mainly their appearance and key ingredients. But are they really different from each other?
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Caviar is often thought of as the ultimate fancy food, but some caviar is even fancier than others. Here's how grade A caviar and grade B caviar differ.
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A toxic form of mercury has found its way into all seafood in varying amounts. Here are the popular fish and shellfish species with the lowest mercury levels.
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Ever wonder how Frank's RedHot became the staple for the best Buffalo sauce? Well, it's not too hard to figure out if you know the history.
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Beef tallow has gotten a lot of press, but the focus has been primarily on its use in frying. Did you know that a popular snack cake contains it?
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Costco is known for its fresh fish - but is that vibrant salmon really so fresh that you can safely make sushi from it, aka sushi grade? We have the answers.
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People tend to hate mayonnaise, but why? What makes this condiment so controversial? Well, there are a few factors at play here.
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If your bright white rice has turned an off-putting yellow during cooking or storage, here are a number of unexpected factors that could be causing it.
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The world of gummy candy tends to be a mixed bag when it comes to gluten. Are the popular Swedish Fish safe for people who need to eat gluten-free?
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At first blush "steak fries" and "steak frites" look light slightly different ways to capture the same idea. But there may be more to the story.
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It might surprise you, but pepper comes in a rainbow of colors besides plain black. Here's the flavor difference between black and green peppercorns, explained.
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What you consider an essential breakfast food might depend on where you live and can vary across the U.S. Take a look at the classic breakfast dishes by state.
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Never tried cowboy bread? Don't even know what it is? Don't worry. Here are all the basics you need to know, explained with a quick side of Texas history.
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Deli meats are a staple ingredient for many people, but how long do they last? It all depends on the type of meat, and how it’s stored.
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Most of us know it's important to avoid eating undercooked chicken. However, there is a totally safe reason why chicken sometimes comes out a little pink.
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Deli meat might seem like a safe choice if you follow a gluten-free diet. Here's why it can be a mistake to assume this and what to look out for.
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