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How to Cut a Pineapple in 4 Easy Steps

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With their spiky skins, pineapples may be a bit intimidating, but knowing how to cut a pineapple is simple with these easy-to-follow steps.

The 'Straight Up' History of the Iconic Martini Glass

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You know the story behind the martini: James Bond always orders his "shaken, not stirred." But what's the story behind the classic glass it's always served in?

How Do Today's Brewers Make Non-alcoholic Beer?

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Craft beer is big business. And breweries are banking on non-alcoholic beer as their new cash cow. But how do they brew beer without alcohol?

7 of the Hottest Peppers in the World

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Have you tried the hottest pepper in the world? These seven spicy peppers (and the hot sauces that use them) will have you begging for ice water.

What's the Difference Between Champagne and Sparkling Wine?

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Call it bubbly or bubbles, but don't call what's in your glass Champagne unless it truly is. How do you know? It depends on where and how it's made.

What's the Difference Between Port and Sherry?

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Sherry and port are both fortified wines. But their similarities end there.

Where Does Vanilla Flavoring Come From?

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Ah, vanilla. From pure vanilla extract to essence and imitation, it comes in all forms. But where does vanilla flavoring come from?

What's the Difference Between Liquor and Liqueur?

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Liquor and liqueur are spelled so similarly, it's easy to confuse them for being the same. But they're not. So how are they different?

You Don't Want to Know How Maraschino Cherries Are Made

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The expression "the cherry on top" refers to a very good thing. You may think differently once you learn how maraschino cherries are actually made.

Why Does Your Wine Bottle Have a Dent in the Bottom?

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There are a lot of theories about why wine bottles have dents (or punts) on the bottoms. Do they still serve a purpose?