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The Once-banned Gooseberry Has Made a Comeback in the U.S.
The U.S. banned the gooseberry back in the early 1900s because it was a host for white pine blister rust disease. But now few states prohibit the tart berry, so eat up!
When Bad Watermelons Explode on Good People
Yes – it could happen to you, good person. KABOOM! It's fairly rare, but a potentially catastrophic rind failure lurks under the green-striped shell of every seemingly innocent watermelon in the produce aisle.
What's the Difference Between Snow Crab and King Crab?
Size is the most obvious difference between king and snow crab, but the distinctions don't end there. We'll tell you what makes each crab special.
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Instant Carbonated Ice Cream
Yep – carbonated ice cream that doesn't have to be shipped frozen could be a win-win for both environmentalists and ice cream lovers everywhere.
How Carmine, the Red Dye Made From Bugs, Makes It Into Your Food
Carmine, a natural red dye also known as cochineal extract, is indeed made from the crushed bodies of the cochineal bug. And it provides the color for many of the foods we eat.
How Gin Works
In the 18th century, gin was considered as addictive as crack. Then it became part of a cure-all for tropical ailments. Oh, and let's not forget its starring role in Prohibition. Bathtub gin, anyone?
Why Saffron Is More Expensive Than Gold
It takes up to 170,000 individual flowers to yield just 1 pound of saffron, and each individual strand, or stigma, is painstakingly picked from the flower by hand.
Why Professional Bakers Never Measure With Cups, Only Scales
While many home bakers, including most Americans, measure out flour and other ingredients with a cup, experts say you should ditch that cup for a scale. Here's why.
The Surprising Reason Why Vanilla Is So Expensive
Vanilla is probably the most popular flavoring out there, but most of what we consume is the imitation variety as the real extract is pricey. What accounts for the high cost? And is it worth it?
Why You'll Go Bananas for Mangosteens
Sometimes referred as the 'queen of fruit,' the mangosteen has a soft white interior, a mild taste and is notoriously difficult to find in the U.S. Here's why.
What's the Difference Between Butter and Shortening?
Both are essential fats for baking, but they bring different flavors, textures and even appearances to the end product. So is one better than the other?
Must-have Bar Essentials to Make Killer Cocktails at Home
You don't have to go out to have a killer cocktail if you have a killer bar setup at home. We'll tell you exactly what you need to make it happen.
Don't Toss Those Cheese Rinds! 4 Ways You Can Totally Use Them
Those leftover cheese rinds can be valuable ingredients that you can harness into new recipes. We'll show you simple ways to use them as flavor enhancers.
How Gin and Tonic Became the Ultimate Cocktail Combo
The gin and tonic, that cool, fresh, citrusy summer delight, has a long and romantic history, beginning with its use as a "cure" for malaria.
What's the Difference Between Cake Flour and All-purpose Flour?
Don't know your cake flour from all-purpose? The difference is subtle but the end result is huge.
Butter 101: From Sweet Cream to Cultured
All butters are not created equal. We take five different butters, including "plant-based butter" and explain what makes them different.
The Definitive Guide to Jerky: It's Not Just Beef Anymore
Beef jerky has been around for hundreds of years, and these days there are lots of options that aren't beef-based, like soy-based jerky, vegan mushroom jerky and the unusually delicious coconut jerky.
What's the Difference Between All-purpose and Self-rising Flours?
If you've taken up baking, and don't know AP flour from self-rising we'll explain the difference. Because the final product is only as good as the flour you put into it.
How Matcha Went From Ancient Ceremonial Tea to Health Drink Du Jour
Matcha tea has roots in Zen Buddhism and Japanese tea ceremonies. So how did this ancient tea end up on the menus of hip tea houses and even Dunkin' Donuts?
In Search of the Perfect Proustian Madeleine
In an effort that would have made Marcel Proust proud, our writer goes into the kitchen in search of the perfect hump on the perfect little confection, the madeleine.
Turkish Coffee Is Steeped in Tradition — And Easy to Make
Since its introduction in 15th-century Yemen, Turkish coffee has served as a cultural touchstone in Middle Eastern, Eastern European and north African countries, its brewing infused with magic and myth.
How to Make a Sourdough Starter From Scratch
No yeast to bake bread? No problem. You can start baking sourdough bread in about a week once you've made your own sourdough starter. We'll tell you how.
Use the 'Sterile Technique' to Safely Unpack Your Groceries
A Michigan physician's video about using a sterile surgical technique to unpack groceries at home during the coronavirus pandemic went viral. We talked to him and have more of his advice.
The Right Glass Could Make Your Wine Taste Better
How much does the shape of your wineglass really affect the taste of your favorite pinot noir? Probably more than you realize.
What Makes a Whiskey Scotch Whisky?
Our scotch connoisseur says that what makes a whiskey 'scotch whisky' comes down to the legalities of where it's from and how it's made. Oh, and scotch whisky doesn't have an 'e' in its name.
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