Tasting Table | Food, Restaurants, Reviews, Recipes, Cooking Tips (2024)

Cook /Molly Harris

The Difference Between Mezzelune And Ravioli Simply Comes Down To Shape

Let's unravel the subtle yet surprising secrets of mezzelune and ravioli, exploring their origins, shapes, and when to use each variation of the pasta shape.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

The 2 Meats You Need To Give Canned Baked Beans A Classic Upgrade

Canned baked beans can make for a perfectly serviceable side dish on their own, but adding bacon and bratwurst can elevate the dish to main-course status.

Subway's Fan-Favorite Sauces Are Hitting Grocery Store Shelves

Subway is releasing bottled versions of three of its most popular sauces, and one new flavor, that will be available at grocery stores starting on March 20.

The Etiquette Tip That Ensures A More Pleasant Wine Tasting Experience

There's a reason why the event is called a wine tasting and not a wine drinking. Spitting is key to the experience, even if it feels awkward at first.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Sweeten Ketchup With Honey For A Classic Condiment Upgrade

While we all love ketchup, sometimes we wish there were more flavors involved. Luckily, you can sweeten your ketchup with honey and modify it to your liking!

Cook /Fred Decker

12 Creative Ways To Use Better Than Bouillon In Your Cooking

Better than Bouillon can be used to boost many dishes from mashed potatoes to casseroles. So, we compiled a list of the 12 best ways to use this concentrate.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Elevate Your Next Casserole With A Flaky Biscuit Topping

Instead of scooping into a regular casserole, the top of your assembly will be crowned with your favorite buttery biscuit to keep baked dishes interesting.

The Chef-Approved Ratio For Perfect Homemade Vodka Sauce Every Time

Vodka sauce is a bit trickier to make at home than a standard tomato sauce but is still within reach as long as you know this chef-approved ratio.

The New, Competitive Twists Arriving With Top Chef Season 21

Top Chef is soon returning for a new season, its 21st, and there are some exciting and competitive new twists and changes being added to the show.

The Coolest Wine And co*cktail Products We Saw At TIHS 2024

The Inspired Home Show 2024 featured a range of innovative products to elevate your home bar and take your co*cktails and glasses of wine to the next level.

Cook /John Tolley

Elevate Your Usual Stack Of Pancakes With A Chocolate Milk Swap

Breakfast is about to get a whole lot sweeter with this super simple, yet oh-my-goodness-delicious substitution, so grab the syrup and let's go!

Drink /Michelle Welsch

Dates Are The Secret To Nutritiously Sweetened Smoothies

To pack a touch of natural sweetness into your next morning smoothie without having to rely on extra swirls of honey, reach for a handful of dates.

Reverse Sear Chicken Breast Like Steak For A Deliciously Crispy Crust

The reverse-sear method has been around for a while and usually applies to steaks, but there's no reason why it can't work for chicken just as well.

Cook /Luna Regina

Sprinkle Apple Slices With Salt And Pepper For A Surprisingly Flavorful Snack

Salt and pepper are the unexpected pair to coax out apple's hidden flavors. However much you like an apple, you'll like it 10 times better with salt and pepper.

Cook /Nikita Ephanov

Do Canned Sardines Actually Contain Bones?

It can be intimidating to get into sardines for the first time. Given that sardines are often canned whole, that would mean the bones are still inside, right?

12 Store-Bought Donut Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Hitting the grocery store for a donut sweet treat is easy, but picking out the right brand isn't. Here's a ranking on popular grocery store donut brands.

Cook /Crawford Smith

The Difference Between Barbecue And Smoking, According To Pat Martin - Exclusive

For some pitmasters, the term 'barbecue' can be used as a catch-all for all live-fire cooking, but does Pat Martin, who owns Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint, agree?

The Scientific Advice On How Long You Should Steep Tea

When it comes to brewing the perfect cup of tea, water temperature and steeping times matter. And according to science, there's one ideal way to steep your tea.

The Creative Way Vincent Van Gogh Would Pay For Drinks At Parisian Cafes

Vincent van Gogh is famous for his vibrant paintings. But before all that, he frequented Parisian cafes - and paid for his drinks in a most unusual way.

Cook /Kirsten Nunez

11 Canned Fruit Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

Canned fruits have an abundance of culinary value, from sauces to savory toppings. These hacks can help you get the most from the non-perishable pantry staple.

Cook /Julia Holland

Why Your Microwave Is The Secret For Even Better Grilled Cheese

Most grilled cheese recipes employ the stovetop. It'll come as a surprise, then, that your microwave is the secret to an even better grilled cheese.

Drink /Michelle Welsch

The Best Apples To Pick For Your Next Fruity Bourbon co*cktail

Smoky bourbon and sweet-and-tart apples pair well together, but some varieties of the fruit work better than others in your co*cktail. Here are the best ones.

Almond Milk Is The Best Non-Dairy Alternative For Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

Upgrade your scrambled eggs in the morning by using almond milk. With its silky texture, this non-dairy alternative works well for a satisfying egg experience.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Grated Parmesan Is The Secret To Thicker Mashed Cauliflower

This reinvented side dish is delicious, yet not quite the same as mashed potatoes. But it only takes one more ingredient to achieve a similar consistency.

The 14 Absolute Best Pizza Places In Las Vegas

If you find yourself anywhere near the city of sin with a hankering for a slice or whole pie, try these spots for great Las Vegas pizza, on and off the Strip.

Cook /Luna Regina

Canned Peaches Are The Secret To An Easier Fruit Crisp In A Flash

Fruit crisps are usually made with fresh fruits. But preserved options are available year-round - and a peach crisp with canned peaches is just as delicious.

Cook /Javaria Akbar

Why You Should Never Cook Riced Cauliflower In Water

From wings to rice, cauliflower's malleability knows no limits. Its preparation methods, however, do. Steer clear of water when cooking riced cauliflower.

Drink /Michelle Welsch

The Origin Of The Manhattan co*cktail Dates Back Longer Than You May Expect

The classy red Manhattan is a co*cktail that has become so ubiquitous in our culture that it seems like it's been around forever - and, indeed, it has.

Cook /Javaria Akbar

Pickle Your Smashed Cucumbers For A Burst Of Tangy Flavor

The next time you pickle cucumbers, consider smashing them. Doing so turns your cukes into a flavor powerhouse - and it's also really satisfying to do.