What Is Pearl Sugar And How Do You Use It? Shutterstock By Lauren David/Feb. 23, 2021 2:12 pm EST When it comes to baking, the type of sugar you use can make a difference in the flavor, texture, and even crunchiness of your creations. After all — baking is essentially chemistry (via Sciencing). Pearl sugar (also known as nib sugar) is a white specialty sugar commonly used in Scandinavia and in Europe, according to PureWow....
You Shouldn’t Buy Cookware From A Retail Store. Here’s Why Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Aug. 5, 2021 3:33 pm EST Have you ever wondered where professional chefs go to buy cookware for their restaurant kitchens? Considering the heavy-duty use that their cookware needs to be able to endure, it seems highly unlikely that you’ll find them shopping next to you at Target or some other neighborhood retail store on your usual grocery run....
Zoë Francois Talks Cooking Shows And Shares Her Best Baking Tips - Exclusive Interview Magnolia Network By Molly Allen/July 23, 2021 9:00 am EST When it comes to baking, Zoë François knows a thing or two about the craft. A Culinary Institute of America graduate, François is well versed in the art of pastry, covering everything from cookies and cakes to breads and baked Alaska. The baker has published countless cookbooks and has steadily grown her online presence with hundreds of thousands of dedicated Instagram followers....
Can You Drink Tea If You’re Pregnant? Shutterstock By Mirtle Pena-Calderon/April 8, 2021 6:43 am EST Pregnancy can bring on many wonderful and unique changes to one’s body. From a growing belly to increased sensitivity to smells, a pregnant person’s body suddenly becomes the home for two people. With that major change to the body comes a decreased immune system, per American Pregnancy Association, which means that pregnant folks need to be mindful of what they eat....
Everything We Know About Gordon Ramsay’s New Production Studio Shutterstock By Lisa Curran Matte/Aug. 5, 2021 12:24 pm EST Gordon Ramsay is partnering with Fox Entertainment in a nine-figure deal to launch Studio Ramsay Global. According to Deadline, the deal involves Fox Entertainment acquiring 100% of Ramsay’s existing television portfolio, produced in partnership with All3Media. The new partnership is Fox Entertainment’s first venture into non-scripted, reality programming and it’s reported their deal beat out a number of other networks vying for the same opportunity....
Everything You Need To Know About Artichokes Shutterstock By Savanna Swain-Wilson/June 9, 2021 1:04 pm EST Greek mythology (and NPR) tells us we owe the existence of artichokes to Zeus, who transformed his lover Cynara into the spiky green vegetable after she betrayed him. No wonder it’s so difficult to get to their heart! This was the green vegetable’s earthly debut, and its scientific name — Cynara scolymus — honors that very story....
Fans Are Loving Ryan Reynolds’ Hilariously Relatable Father’s Day Cocktail Shutterstock By Jen Peng/June 14, 2021 8:51 pm EST With Father’s Day coming up, actor Ryan Reynolds shared an Instagram post with a cocktail recipe in celebration: “This Father’s Day. Follow the procedure below to enjoy a refreshing @AviationGin cocktail I’ve dubbed ‘THE VASECTOMY’ for no reason in particular.” Besides gin, the cocktail’s ingredients include tonic water, cranberry juice, and lemon juice....
Frozen Chicken That Is Definitely Worth Your Money Shutterstock By Kaley Roberts/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:41 pm EST Some foods win based on pure versatility. Frozen chicken is, without question, at the top of that all-star list. In a single sub-hour period, the absolute modern-day delicacy can be transformed from an inedible but also long-lasting freezer staple to any variety of meals. Throw it on a salad, chop it up and toss it with pasta, or even serve it solo as a well-seasoned main....
Giada De Laurentiis’ Go-To Birthday Dessert Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/Aug. 7, 2021 9:30 pm EST Since joining the Food Network family in 2002 (via Food Network), Giada De Laurentiis has become one of the channel’s most recognizable stars. A proud Italian-American, the Emmy award winner is most notable for showcasing the classic dishes of her culture’s cuisine in her various cookbooks and television programs like “Everyday Italian,” which was her premiere Food Network show, and, more recently, “Bobby and Giada in Italy....
Here’s Why Apple Cider Vinegar Helps Cure Bad Breath Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 2:54 pm EST The most common cause of bad breath is bacteria buildup in the mouth. Particles of food can get stuck inside the mouth and between teeth, which causes plaque to develop. This turns the teeth and tongue into a breeding ground for bacteria, which in turn releases sulfur compounds that cause unpleasant mouth odors, according to Healthline....
Hershey’s Has A New Candy Bar, The Whozeewhatzit. Here’s What You Need To Know Hershey’s By Hanna Claeson/Feb. 3, 2021 8:05 am EST True to the spirit of the Whatchamacallit — the candy bar that inspired Hershey’s newest one — the Whozeewhatzit sounds like it’s going to be fun to stock up on. And even though the Whatchamacallit totally flopped, we like to think of it as the fumbling Inspector Gadget of the candy bar world....
Lidia Bastianich’s Transformation Is Seriously Turning Heads Shutterstock By Andrew Sheldon/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 7:06 pm EST With several restaurants, numerous cookbooks, and, most famously, a television career that spans more than two decades, Lidia Bastianich is one of the country’s most successful and well-known chefs. But behind the fame and fortune is a fascinating life story that began on the other side of the world. Born into poverty and life under an oppressive government, Bastianich and her family had to flee their hometown before immigrating to America to start their new lives....
Only 14% Of People Consider This The Best Fast Food Burger Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/June 24, 2021 3:22 pm EST When you want to grab an amazing burger, you never have to go far. There are a plethora of fast food options available nearly everywhere you look serving up fresh and hot hamburgers and other menu items at almost all hours of the day. But when it comes to which one is best — well that’s still very debatable and personal for many diners....
People Are Sharing Their Favorite Memories Of Anthony Bourdain On Twitter. Here’s Why Robin Marchant/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/May 11, 2021 7:59 am EST Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain was impressive in every sense of the word. He travelled the world, did a deep dive into different cultures, and introduced his viewers to dishes from countless parts of the world with his popular TV shows like “Parts Unknown.” What made Bourdain different from everyone else was that he was hungry to explore and push himself out of his comfort zone in every way possible....
Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan That Comes Together Quickly Erin Johnson/Mashed By Erin Johnson AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 18, 2021 3:38 pm EST If you’re a huge fan of chicken Parmesan but hate how much time it takes to prepare this delicious dish, consider trying recipe developer Erin Johnson’s recipe for slow cooker chicken Parmesan. With all the flavor and crispiness of the traditionally prepared dish but with the ease of using a slow cooker, this recipe quickly will become a favorite on your menu rotation....
The Classic Ice Cream Flavor Blue Bell Claims To Have Invented Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Updated: June 13, 2021 4:55 pm EST There are tons of flavors of ice cream out there, and you undoubtedly have a favorite. But there is one flavor of ice cream that’s so popular it has actually created something of a controversy over which brand is responsible for inventing it. While chocolate and vanilla ice cream are both classics, it’s actually another classic flavor that is the center of so much drama: cookies and cream ice cream....
The Ingredient Giada De Laurentiis Thinks Every Winter Salad Needs Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Emily Weaver/March 2, 2021 3:17 pm EST Apart from capitalizing on seasonal ingredients, the main difference between a winter salad and other types of salad is that winter salad usually has a warm base (via The Kitchn). Placing sprigs of greenery with fresh fruit or veggies on top of a bed of warm couscous or quinoa might sound a bit strange and messy....
The Real Reason Restaurant Food Tastes Better, According To Anthony Bourdain Larry French/Getty Images By Mirtle Pena-Calderon/April 19, 2021 1:21 pm EST It has been long noted that restaurant food just always seems to taste better. Whether it be the seasonings that chefs add or the sauces they use, something about restaurant food seems to warm the hearts of people across the world. The late chef and TV personality, Anthony Bourdain, happened to agree with this sentiment and even came up with a reason as to why that is....
The Surprising Reason You Might Hate Broccoli Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/July 21, 2021 1:31 pm EST It’s one of the oldest food stereotypes out there — hating broccoli. Kids have almost always been portrayed as hating these little tree-looking vegetables, and there are still some adults out there who won’t even touch the stuff. President George H.W. Bush was famously broccoli-averse. (“I haven’t liked it since I was a little kid and my mother made me eat it....
The Truth About Christopher Prieto From BBQ Brawl Season 2 Instagram By Lauren Cahn/June 8, 2021 2:30 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Food Network’s “BBQ Brawl” is back for a second season starting on June 14 (9 p.m. ET/PT), according to a press release from Discovery+, the Food Network’s parent company. As with the first season, we’ll see culinary icons and acclaimed Food Network hosts Bobby Flay and Michael Symon acting as coaches and mentors for their respective teams of barbecue pit masters from around the country....
