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If You Have Leftover Mashed Potatoes And Canned Tuna, You Have An Easy Appetizer Anytime

staff@tastingtable.com (Claudia Alarcón) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

It's worth making extra mashed potatoes just so that you have an excuse to create these delicious and utterly craveable fried bites the next day.

Mix 2 Canned Vegetables Together For A Gourmet Greek Side Dish (It Couldn't Be Easier)

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Regina) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:10:00 +0000

Are you looking to make a dish outside the ordinary that goes together quickly and easily? Try this Greek comfort food using canned peas and artichoke hearts.

For Fish Sandwiches With 10X More Zing, Ditch The Tartar Sauce For This Condiment Instead

staff@tastingtable.com (A.J. Forget) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Truth be told, tartar sauce isn't the be-all and end-all of fish sandwich toppings. For more complexity and balance, make this zesty sauce swap.

Why German Beer Gardens Have Full- And Self-Service Area Rules — And What It Means For Tourists

staff@tastingtable.com (Chesney McDonald) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:40:00 +0000

German beer (pardon, bier) gardens are traditional ways that the local population uses to socialize. Here's how to navigate it without looking like a tourist.

The Rick Steves 'High-Rent' Rule To Know Before Dining In Italy

staff@tastingtable.com (Josie Dlugosz) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Looking for authentic dining in Italy? Rick Steves recommends using this high rent rule to avoid expensive and potentially disappointing meals.

Transform Basic Baked Potatoes Into A Gourmet Meal — Stuff Them Italian-Style

staff@tastingtable.com (Austin Havens-Bowen) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:30:00 +0000

A baked potato doesn't need to be a basic spud. Transform it to greater heights taking a cue from Italian cuisine like pizza toppings or antipasto ingredients.

Give Scrambled Eggs A Norwegian-Style Upgrade When You Add One Ingredient

staff@tastingtable.com (Lee Musho) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Scrambled eggs can go well with so many different ingredients. This smoky upgrade comes to us from Norway, and once you try it, you'll be in love.

Ditch The Soy Sauce And Give Fried Rice A Flavor Boost With This Traditional Chinese Condiment

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Soy sauce is often used in fried rice, but did you know there's another Chinese condiment you can turn to to provide rich umami flavor to your dish?

Why Japanese Ramen Restaurants Have Time Rules — And What It Means For Tourists

staff@tastingtable.com (Maria Ritchie) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Tourists in Japan can be surprised by this rule that applies when dining in small fast-paced ramen restaurants. Here's what you need to know.

The Mexican Salsa Rule Locals Know That Most Tourists Miss

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Treon) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:10:00 +0000

If you're eating a meal in Mexico, make sure to follow these key salsa rules. They'll save you from a scorched tongue and a cultural faux pas.

Eat Your Next Pizza Norwegian-Style By Drizzling On One Creamy, Flavor-Packed Sauce

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Give your pizza a Norwegian twist with this sour cream-based garlic sauce, which can enhance pies featuring a wide variety of toppings.

Grab A Taste Of Ireland By Ordering This 4-Topping Papa Johns Combination

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0000

Pizza joints offer different flavorful combinations overseas, and if you're looking for a quick taste of Ireland, order this four-topping pie from Papa Johns.

Give Pasta A Bold Southern-Inspired Upgrade With One Seasoning

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Regina) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 03:40:00 +0000

At a loss for how to jazz up your go-to pasta recipe? The answer could be as simple as adding a dash of this zesty Southern-inspired seasoning into the mix.

7 Things You Need To Know About Canadian Sandwich Chain Mr. Sub

staff@tastingtable.com (Annie Fitzgerald-Chambers) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0000

Canada's sandwich chain landscape looks strikingly similar to the U.S., with the inclusion of one homegrown chain called Mr. Sub. Here's what to know about it.

Give Mashed Potatoes A Spicy And Smoky Upgrade With This Cheap Canned Ingredient

staff@tastingtable.com (Luna Regina) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:40:00 +0000

There's nothing wrong with a simple mashed potato recipe. But, if you've grown bored of a basic mash, this zesty canned ingredient is here to help.

Give Pot Roast A German-Style Twist With This Knorr Seasoning Packet

staff@tastingtable.com (Matthew Spina) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:35:00 +0000

Though delicious, it's easy for pot roasts to start feeling boring, but this Knorr seasoning packet turns an old faithful meal into an international delicacy.

Give Your Next Pizza Hut Order The Canadian Treatment For A Heartier Pie

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

If you need some inspiration when customizing your Pizza Hut pie, add a Canadian flair for hearty slices. No, we're not talking pineapple here.

10 Burger King International Items That Deserve To Be On US Menus

staff@tastingtable.com (Chris Hodges) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 23:20:00 +0000

From gravy and cheese-topped hash browns to more sides than we can name, we wish U.S. Burger Kings had these international offerings on its menu.

For Better (Richer) Beef Stew, Give It The Irish Treatment

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000

To boost flavor and texture, there's one Irish ingredient that you need to start including in basic beef stew recipes.

Keep Boiled Potatoes Simple But Flavorful By Making Them German Style

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:40:00 +0000

Take boiled potatoes up a notch with one simple ingredient that transforms them into a flavorful German-style side dish.