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If your Thanksgiving routine includes cooking your turkey in the oven for hours on end, you might want to try deep-frying to achieve perfectly crispy skin.
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How To Clean A Bamboo Steamer With Black Tea Bags
When used as a cleaning agent, black tea bags act like scrub brushes, effectively removing food residue that clings to the surface of the bamboo steamers. -
There's Actually A Reason For The Extra Air In Potato Chip Bags
If you've ever purchased a bag of chips only to be disappointed by half of the bag's contents seemingly missing and replaced with air, there's a reason for it. -
Why It's Considered A Faux Pas To Wash Dusty Champagne Glasses
You might be tempted to re-wash Champagne flutes that haven't been touched since last New Year's, but according to some experts, you should fight this urge. -
The Mashed Bros Ate 21 Chicken Sandwiches And This Chain Came Out On Top
The Mashed bros are at it again. This time, the duo are on a mission to figure out just which fast food chain makes the best fried chicken sandwich. -
Apparently, You Can Open A Wine Bottle With A Knife And Fork
To open a wine bottle with a fork and knife, simply stab the table knife into the cork, then use the fork as a makeshift lever to twist the cork out. -
Your Costco Cart Has A Special Feature For Wine Bottles
Do you love Costco's high-quality wine selection, priced at amazing rates? You're not the only one, but if you aren't using this cart hack, you're missing out. -
The Need-To-Know Etiquette For Ordering Menu Substitutions
When it comes to requesting menu changes in a restaurant, it's important to observe proper restaurant etiquette and make the ask in a respectful way. -
What Is Steak Milanesa And How Is It Different From Chicken Fried Steak?
Steak milanesa and chicken fried steak share common origins, but differences emerge in the beef cuts, breading, and especially the toppings. -
The Last Dessert On Board The Titanic Was A Boozy, Gelatinous Mess
Peaches and Chartreuse jelly was one of four dessert choices of what became the last meal for first-class passengers aboard the RMS Titanic. -
Starbucks' New Holiday Cups Stick With Its Signature Red And Green Theme
The holidays have officially arrived at Starbucks as the coffee giant unveils new signature holiday cups and drinks, available starting November 2. -
The Best Etiquette For Refusing Something At A Dinner Party
A little tact can go a long way when it comes to declining food. For instance, don't say you're passing on a dish because you dislike it - that's disrespectful. -
You Should Still Be Pairing Your Non-Alcoholic Cocktails With Food
Pairing your dinner with a quality beverage isn't limited to alcohols like wine or cocktails. We should also be pairing our non-alcoholic drinks with our food. -
What Does Whiskey Burn Actually Mean?
No, whiskey doesn't actually burn; however, its effects on the body deceive special receptors in our mouths, sending a burning sensation to our brains. -
Details You'll Want To Know About Shark Tank's I Love Chamoy
I Love Chamoy appeared on a special "Shark-O-Ween" episode of "Shark Tank" in which founder Annie Leal shared her journey in building the company. -
Cup Noodles Ramen Will Abandon Its Classic Styrofoam Packaging
In 2024, Nissin Foods USA will replace the styrofoam used in its iconic instant ramen product, Cup Noodles, with a more environmentally friendly material. -
Room Service Etiquette Tips You Need For A Luxury Experience
Hotels, especially the more luxurious ones, aim to cater to their guests, but there are still some room service etiquette rules that you should follow. -
The Best Wine To Pair With Costco Hot Dogs
What kind of wine best accompanies one of Costco's most beloved food court items: the hot dog? Wine expert Jerome Noel recommends a chilled pinot noir. -
How To Make A Lower Proof Old Fashioned, According To An Expert
It's no secret that many of us are looking to cut back our alcohol consumption. Our expert has tips on the best way to do so and still enjoy classic cocktails. -
How To Clean Crab Legs Like A Pro
Crab meat is coveted the world over, but cleaning crab legs can be so intimidating that people avoid cooking crab altogether. Never fear! It's actually simple. -
The Common Etiquette For Passing Dishes That's Basically Defunct
While the 'pass your dishes to the right' dining etiquette rule is now defunct, its purpose was to establish a sense of organization during meals. -
2 Unacceptable Reasons To Send A Drink Back, According To An Expert
If you order a cocktail you're unfamiliar with and end up not liking it, that doesn't necessarily mean there's anything wrong with the drink. -
How To Order Well-Done Steak Without Breaking Your Server's Heart
Some people prefer steaks well done, and there's nothing wrong with that. However, if not ordered correctly, your server may take umbrage at the request. -
Why It's Actually Bad Etiquette To Say 'Bon Appétit' At Dinner
The phrase 'bon appétit' carries more nuanced contextual meanings in French than it does in English, and can be seen as crass in some circles. -
Blue Raspberry May Have Been The Solution To A Toxic Red Dye Problem
Blue, like red, is a vibrant color that appeals to young consumers. But unlike Red No. 2 - a dye that was ubiquitous in the 1970s - Blue No. 1 is not toxic. -
Details You'll Want To Know About Shark Tank's Wellingtons
Wellingtons, as the name implies, sells the luxury dish beef Wellingtons, but that's not all: Before diving into the tank, they built a company on many dishes. -
The Margarita's Origin Story Is Missing Some Pieces
Despite being the world's most beloved cocktail, the margarita's origins are shrouded in mystery. Can we ever know the truth of this tequila-based favorite?