Homaro Cantu's Devastating 2015 Death
Homaro Cantu was known for combining food and science through his menus, and his 2015 death left the food world devastated. Here's more on his life and legacy.
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The Simple Method To Improve The Texture Of Home-Canned Pickles
There are some things you can look for before you start pickling vegetables that will ensure a crunch. Here's how to improve the texture of home-canned pickles.
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Why You Probably Shouldn't Purchase Unripe Oranges
Oranges shouldn't be picked from the tree until they're ripe, so if you see unripe oranges at the store, it's best to refrain from purchasing them. Here's why.
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Kransekake: The Whimsical Cake You Can Hide A Bottle Of Champagne In
The Norweigan kransekake takes the surprise inside game a step further: Imagine finding an actual bottle of wine or champagne in the middle of your cake.
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Salmonella Risk Prompts Company To Recall Over 300,000 Pounds Of Fish
The FDA has linked a rash of salmonella infections to fresh, raw seafood sold to restaurants by Mariscos Bahia, Inc. Nearly three dozen people have fallen ill.
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The Mysterious Origins Of The Chef's Salad
Perhaps it's due to the simplicity of the chef's salad that no one knows for sure where it came from, or who invented it. But there are certainly theories.
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The First Dish To Feature El Bulli's Game-Changing Foam
El Bulli's espuma de judías blancas con erizos, or white bean foam with sea urchins, is considered the first dish to turn food into foam. Here's more.
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How Do Maraschino Cherries Get Their Vibrant Color?
If you have ever thought the neon red color of Maraschino cherries looked a bit unnatural, you're exactly right. Here's how the color is created.
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The Scientific Discovery That Changed The Art Of Wine Pairing Forever
Umami generally occurs naturally in some foods as a savory or meaty flavor, and that taste seems to significantly impact how we pair food and wine.
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How Bang Bang Chicken Got Its Name
There's a pretty universal consensus, with few exceptions, on how the current moniker of bang bang chicken made its way into contemporary culinary vernacular.
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The Pivotal Moment Popcorn Solidified Its Place In Movie Theaters
It's easy to assume movie theaters and popcorn have always had a relationship, so it may come as a surprise that early theaters were reluctant to sell popcorn.
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The Biggest Mistake You're Probably Making With Rice Bowls
Whipping up rice bowls at home is relatively easy, but as with any dish, the potential for mistakes is there. Here's one of the major 'don'ts' of rice bowls.
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You Should Consider Adding Pasta Water To Your Next Cocktail
After making your favorite pasta dish, instead of throwing out that liquid gold water, why not incorporate it into something else like your favorite cocktail?
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You Should Be Making Pasta Sauce With Leftover Soup
That big pot of soup you made was delicious, but when you just can't have one more bowl, it can be repurposed just as deliciously into a pasta sauce.
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How Is Starbucks Secret Menu Twix Frappuccino Made?
Starbucks is on trend with the intrigue of exclusive "secret menu" drink concoctions, and some customers have cracked the Twix Frappuccino code.
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The Debated Origins Of The Term 'Highball'
If you've ever enjoyed a whiskey highball drink, you might be interested to learn how many people actually claim to have invented the drink's name.
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The Tangy Cheese To Liven Up Your Artichoke Dip
The addition of this tangy cheese is an excellent way to liven up artichoke dip, especially for those underwhelmed by the dip's typically mild flavors.
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The Key To Pairing Dessert With Champagne
Beyond preference, it's wise to think about the main flavor components in a dish and a wine when pairing the two.
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29 Traditional Spanish Tapas Dishes, Explained
Whether you're planning a trip to Spain to explore wines or you want to throw a tapas-inspired party, these are the Spanish tapas dishes you'll want to know.
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The Unexpected Method McDonald's Originally Used To Make Its Iconic Fries
McDonald's French fries are icons in fast food, but the original fries were made very differently. Discover the unexpected method originally used to make them.
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Why Bluefin Tuna Is Considered The Best Tuna Variety By Many
Tuna is extremely popular both cooked and in sushi, and bluefin tuna has become a standout among foodies. Find out why its considered the best by so many.
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What You Need To Pay Attention To When Cooking Bison Burgers
Bison meat can be used as a healthier alternative to beef because it's naturally lower in fat and calories, but that doesn't mean it's lacking in flavor.
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Always Keep The Lid On For These 3 Common Cooking Methods
We all know that there are some cooking methods that lend themselves well to being covered, and some that don't. Here are the common ones that require a lid.
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Old-Fashioned Toffee Recipe
This sweet and salty treat is perfect for gifting to friends and family over the holidays — if there's any left after tasting it for yourself, that is.
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The Terminology War Between Pain Au Chocolat And Chocolatine
Some might say a pain au chocolat by any other name tastes just as sweet, but the debate over this name was brought before the French Parliament.
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Why It Pays To Debone A Leg Of Lamb
Does deboning a leg of lamb really make that much of a difference? Here's why it pays to remove it.
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Compote Vs. Jam: What's The Difference?
All fruit condiments are not the same and the two foodstuffs jam and compote should not be mistaken for the same thing. These are the differences.
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