Food Facts & Fun
Food Facts is a listing of articles that teaches you how all types of foods, drinks and diets work.
What's the Dill? The History of the Pickle
How Do Today's Brewers Make Non-alcoholic Beer?
You Don't Want to Know How Maraschino Cherries Are Made
5 Types of Tequila: Which to Sip and Which to Shoot
Campari vs. Aperol Cocktails and Flavor Profiles
17 Types of Martinis to Shake Up Happy Hour
12 Types of Rice to Pair With Any Meal
14 Types of Noodles Coming to a Dinner Table Near You
13 Types of Bread: Challah, Sourdough, Rye and More
Parsley vs. Cilantro: Same Family, Totally Different Flavor Profile
14 Types of Beans: Garbanzo, Adzuki, Cannellini and More
Is Tomato Catsup the Same as Tomato Ketchup?
Get the Scoop on Our Ice Cream Quiz!
What Is Halloumi Cheese, and Why Is It Suddenly So Popular?
What's the Difference Between Clarified Butter and Ghee?
6 Types of Candy for Every Sweet Tooth
11 Types of Cookies for Your Next Snack Attack
Macaroon vs. Macaron: Differentiating Between Sweet Treats
Is the Most Expensive Meat Kobe Beef, Wagyu, or Iberico Ham?
8 Food Festivals Where You Can Fill Up on a Good Time
Discovering the Vibrant Flavors of Hungarian Cuisine: A Culinary Journey
How Food Tasters Work
Top 5 Reasons You Know You Should be a Pastry Chef
How to Get Your Big Break into the Baking Business
What Is Imitation Crab Meat? Is the Crab Substitute Vegan?
It's Nuts How These 6 Nuts Look Before Processing
What Are Hot Dogs Made Of?
Zucchini vs. Cucumber Vitamins, Water Content, and Uses
10 Types of Potatoes for Mashing, Frying, Roasting, and More
Durian vs. Jackfruit Taste and Texture Comparisons
7 of the Hottest Peppers in the World
Where Does Vanilla Flavoring Come From?
Lemongrass Is a Prized Herb in Asian Cuisine
10 Flaming-hot Facts About Cheetos
Korean Street Treat Hotteok Is Like a Warm Hug
Is There Really a Difference Between the Left and Right Twix?
10 Types of Wine and What to Pair Them With
What's the Difference Between Champagne and Sparkling Wine?
What's the Difference Between Port and Sherry?
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Some sweet wines need not be paired with food at all because they are almost a dessert in themselves. Learn how to pair wine with sweet food.
The quiet performer of Europe, Portugal now boasts red wines that can take their place alongside the finest in the world. Learn more about Portuguese wine.
American wine isn't just about California - there are wineries in each of the 50 states, even Hawaii and Alaska! Explore American wines and wine regions.
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Artificial sweeteners are in everything from soda to candy, and most people can't tell the difference between them and sugar. So what's the real deal?
"Watch it wiggle, see it jiggle" Remember that jingle? We're talking about Jell-O, or gelatin. But just how does how does it do that? And what is this stuff made of?
How much time would you spend making a cake? An hour? 10 hours? A few days? We've compiled a list of the most labor-intensive -- and tastiest -- desserts out there.
We all know that sugary desserts are terrible for your teeth, but what's a good alternative? Cheese, please!
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At any time of year, New York wine country is full of opportunities to tour, taste and explore the state's beautiful viticultural, or wine-producing, areas. What's the best way to see New York wine country?
American wines are relatively new to the game, but they're growing in popularity and gaining more respect. Learn more about these rookie wines.
By Sara Elliott
Join us as we explore everything about Greek wines, including their divine history, diverse production regions and delicious applications.
Bike tours have become popular in virtually every place that wine is produced, but how do you combine wine tasting and a strenuous activity like biking? It's a lot easier than you'd think, actually.
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Wine country is the chic choice for winery tours, honeymoons, anniversary celebrations, graduation trips and girlfriend getaways. But when should you go? Which time of year will provide you with the best possible experience?
From rivers to forests, Northern California's wine country boasts more than just wineries, and balloon tours are a whimsical way to take in these breathtaking views. How can you take a hot air balloon through wine country?
Why tour one vineyard when you can visit several? Hit the road and plan a great trip through wine country.
By Jane McGrath
You don't have to live in Napa Valley to host a wine country party. This romantic pairing of wine, food and friends can happen anywhere. We'll show you how.
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Think there's just a few crushed grapes and some sugar in your wine? Think again. There's a lot more that goes into making that bottle of vino we all love.
By Beth Brindle
Wine enthusiasts are eager to view nutrition research through rose-colored glasses -- ourselves included. We set aside our bias to find 5 facts about the nutritional value of red wine.
Rose wines are favorites for warm summer days. They may have a hint of their fruity origin, but they aren't necessarily sweet.
Grapes beget wine. Wine begets joy. And grapevine care -- including pruning -- is vital to getting the best vino. Learn how timing, technique and the extent of pruning affect vine health, grape yield and quality of product.
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Don't be fooled into thinking you have to pay more for a good bottle of wine. Just be informed, be practical and keep tasting.
If working with wine is your ultimate dream, there are a number of ways in. From making the wine to working the fields, we'll tell you about the 10 coolest jobs.
Port is made in a number of winemaking countries, but the authentic product is unique to Portugal. Find out how this typically sweet wine came to be.
By Sara Elliott
You're out of brown sugar and would like to make a substitute. This article will tell you how to make a substitute for brown sugar.
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Sweet potatoes have been around a long, long time, but it seems like they're just now getting the fanfare they deserve. If you'd like to add this good-for-you vegetable to your diet, here are five ways to liven it up.
Summer days by the pool call for delicious, nutritious snacks that are quick to prepare. While you're splishing, splashing and having fun in the water, let your taste buds have some fun with these 10 easy poolside snacks.