The Rare Bourbon That Skyrocketed In Value Over Just 5 Years
A worthy investment in bourbon can pay back big time, especially if it skyrockets in value as one rare bourbon did. The hardest part is leaving it unopened.
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Storing Your Knives In A Drawer Is Not Worth The Risk
How should you store your cooking knives? Some people keep them in a drawer in their kitchen, but this can be an expensive hazard that is not worth the cost.
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The Many Purposes Of A Second, 'Back Kitchen'
With kitchens morphing to look more like extensions of the living space, it isn't difficult to imagine why the idea of a back kitchen has become appealing.
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How Long Can Cookie Dough Be Stored In The Refrigerator?
Storing homemade cookie dough in the fridge is a great way to enjoy from-scratch cookies more conveniently, but make sure you use that dough before it expires.
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The Simple Difference Between Conserves And Jam
What the French called "confiture" actually translates best to "preserve" in English. So what makes a jam different from a preserve? What about a conserve?
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Italy's Long-Lasting Cultural Influence On American Coffeehouses
Today, coffee shops are open for anyone looking to read, relax, and sip on a warm drink -- but it might not be this way without Italian influence.
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13 Types Of Pecans, Explained
The toasty, buttery flavor of pecan is like no other, and the distinctive taste is beloved by cooks everywhere. Read on to learn about the varieties of pecans.
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Why Chicken Soup Isn't Made By Simply Boiling A Whole Chicken
While it's possible to make an easy chicken soup with pre-made stock, it's not as simple as leaving the entire chicken to boil and dissolve.
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How The Brits Made Their Own 'Bananas' During WWII
When WWII broke out, the Germans struck Britain's food supply by infiltrating its navy. The result? A restriction on imported goods, including bananas.
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What The Brunoise Knife Cut Is And When To Use It
When expanding your kitchen skills, it's hard to get more fundamental than knife work. Mastering the brunoise cut will make your prep work look professional.
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The 'Pocket Soup' That Fueled 18th Century Sailors
For those long voyages at sea, sailors needed something that provided nourishment, wouldn't spoil, and was easy to transport. Their solution was pocket soup.
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What Makes Piri-Piri Sauce Unique?
If you're a hot sauce lover, you should be adding piri-piri to your cooking repertoire. Here's everything you need to know about the spicy sauce.
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The Kewpie Logo Is Censored On US-Produced Mayo Bottles
It seems like the phrase "everybody's a critic" takes on a new meaning in the food world. Even the Kewpie logo isn't immune from scrutiny and criticism.
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Trader Joe's Once Had A Swashbuckling Canadian Rival
Oscar Wilde said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Trader Joe's Canadian doppelganger clearly agreed, much to the dismay of the imitated store.
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The Subtle Art Of Placing Orange Peel In Your Negroni
Negronis are typically served on ice and garnished with an orange peel. But there is more to adding a citrus peel than balancing it on the rim of the glass.
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Is It Possible To Cook Steak In The Microwave?
Could this bizarre cooking method yield an edible, perhaps even satisfying result, or does microwaving steak just leave you with a grayish blob of wasted wagyu?
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The Connection Between Marriage And Baked Ziti
A hearty meal that's often served at family dinners or gatherings, baked ziti is comfort food at its finest. Maybe that's why it has a connection to weddings.
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The Mashup Ben & Jerry's Flavor Named For The Barenaked Ladies
Ben & Jerry's has named plenty of ice cream flavors for musicians, but one variety you might not have come across yet is named after the Barenaked Ladies.
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How Many Restaurants Does José Andrés Actually Own?
José Andrés is a rarity among celebrity chefs, leaving ubiquitous appearances to others while quietly opening restaurants and focusing on humanitarian efforts.
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The Unexpected Company That Took A Chance On Hidden Valley
Ranch is a creamy condiment that Americans have paired with things from pizza to hot wings. But it took the help of a U.S. company to nurture its rise.
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Bluefin Vs. Bigeye Tuna: Which Is Better For Sashimi?
Two of the primary tunas vying for sashimi affection, the bluefin and bigeye, share some desirable characteristics but diverge in other important ways.
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David Tanis On How To Open A Pomegranate - Exclusive
David Tanis knows that pomegranates can be tough to work with. He told Tasting Table the perfect way to open the complex fruit without wasting anything.
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Lulu's David Tanis On Simplicity, Alice Waters, And Seasonal Cooking - Exclusive Interview
Chef David Tanis is bringing the freshest possible produce to your plate. He told Tasting Table about his work on the menu for Lulu and much more.
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The Hotly Contested Origin Of The Reuben Sandwich
Theories about when and where the first person created a Reubin sandwich abound. However, two stories stand out.
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This Is The World's Most Popular Variety Of Rice
Rice is a culinary staple in cuisines from all around the world. With 40,000 varieties of it, there is one type of rice that stands out above the rest.
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These Are America's Best Restaurants For Celebrating Thanksgiving
Whichever restaurant you pick, book your table early. Bonus: When you're finished, no one's going to guilt-trip you into washing or drying a single dish.
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Why You Should Consider Pouring Expensive Ingredients Last In Cocktails
Most people have realized that whipping up a drink sometimes isn't as simple as mixing together an array of liquors and juices. Often, order matters.
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