What Is Bagna Càuda And What's It Taste Like?
Bagna cauda is a warm dip that originates from the Piedmont region of Italy. With a base of olive oil, anchovies, and garlic, this dip packs a punch.
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Stories By Shea Swenson
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What Is Tonic Water And Why Do You Drink It?
Tonic water often shares the shelves of grocery or liquor stores with other popular carbonated mixers such as club soda and seltzer or soda water.
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The Real Reason Halloumi Cheese Can Be So Expensive
While halloumi may be sure to please your palate, your wallet may not be so satisfied. Here's why it's so expensive stateside.
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What Is Fernet Liqueur And What Does It Taste Like?
Originally hailed as a medicinal drink, Fernet liqueur has grown increasingly popular in recent years as a digestif and in craft cocktails.
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What Is MCT Oil And What Does It Taste Like?
Like coconut oil, MCT oil is a great source of helpful fatty acids that provide energy and other health benefits. Here's what it is and what it tastes like.
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Are Chorizo And Sausage Different?
They look alike and taste alike so are chorizo and sausage actually different? Here's what sets them apart and how you can best enjoy chorizo.
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What Is Hibiscus And How Do You Use It?
In addition to finding it blossoming outdoors, hibiscus is a useful flower that can also be found in the kitchen and used for culinary purposes.
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What Is A Session Beer Really?
With so many types of beers to choose from - IPAs to sours, stouts to pilsners - but what is a session beer? We explain what this term means.
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Can You Really Eat Avocado Pits?
Taking a bite out of a rock-hard avocado pit would be ill-advised. We would not recommend it. But that doesn't mean that the avocado's brown pit is inedible.
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What Is Sheer Khurma And What's It Taste Like?
Sheer khurma is a rice pudding-like dish often eaten during the celebration of Eid-al-Fitr during Ramadan. Here's how to make sheer khurma.
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What Is Sopa Seca And What Does It Taste Like?
Sopa seca -- 'dry soup' -- can be found not only on many a menu in Mexico, but also commonly included in the pages of cookbooks. How do you make a dry soup?
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The Real Difference Between Black And White Sapote
There are many different versions of the sapote, including black and white versions. It's not just their color that makes the two fruits different.
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Are Pitaya And Dragon Fruit The Same Thing?
The colorful dragon fruit is a memorable piece of produce with its vivid coloration and tropical sweetness. Is there any difference between it and a pitaya?
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The Real Reason Mezcal Is So Expensive
Before gawking at mezcal's high price tag, learn about all the hard work it requires of the masterful hands who got it from farm to bottle.
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The Real Difference Between Pour-Over Coffee And French Press Coffee
If you're looking to ditch the automatic coffee maker for something more hands-on, you may reach for a pour-over or French press. But what's the difference?
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Myths You Should Stop Believing About Sake
We'll be debunking a few common myths about sake and shine some light on the drink that's currently booming in popularity.
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How Is A Black Russian Cocktail Different From A White Russian?
The origin of the Black and White Russian was simultaneous. Here's how the Black Russian cocktail is different from a White Russian.
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What You Should Know Before Drinking RumChata
RumChata is the world's first rum-based cream liqueur and has been popular since launching in 2009. Here are some things to know about how to best enjoy it.
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Here's How Long You Should Keep Homemade Pasta Sauce
Pre-made pasta sauce is a great pantry staple. But if you made the sauce yourself, it's hard to tell when the jar may be past its best-by date.
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Everything You Need To Know About Omsom
The so-called "ethnic food" aisle at a grocery store can be a sad place, and sisters and Vanessa and Kim Pham know it. That's why they created Omsom.
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How Is Capicola Different From Other Cured Meats?
If you're talking Italian, all cured meats like capicola fall under the salumi umbrella. So what are the differences between capicola and other cured meats?
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What Is Thyme And What Does It Taste Like?
A thyme plant boasts tiny but flavorful leaves on long sprigs and is easy enough to add to any home garden. This is what it tastes like and how to use it.
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Coconut Oil Vs. Avocado Oil: Which Is Better For You?
Avocado oil and coconut oil are both popular options in the alternative oil world. So which is better for you? That really depends on what you're looking for.
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What The Recycling Symbol On Your Plastic Bottle Really Means
Have you ever noticed the tiny triangle containing a numeral on the bottom of a plastic product? Here is a guide to those little numbers on plastic recyclables.
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How The Belgian Godiva Chocolates Are Different From Ones In The US
Is there a tastable, tangible difference between U.S. Godiva and the Belgium variety? Experts do admit they detect a difference in the flavor.
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The Witchy History Of Beer Brewing
How did we get from women brewing almost all the beer, to the beer-brewing landscape we have today? Well, it wasn't without a witch hunt.
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Here's How Restaurants Can Lose Michelin Stars
To lose a Michelin star, you first have to be awarded one. The key to both can be summed up in one idea.
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