How To Tell If A Restaurant's Ice Cream Is Worth Ordering
Knowing which phrases to look for on a dessert menu can tell you all you need to know about whether a restaurant's ice cream or gelato is worth ordering.
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The Only Tip You Need To Stop Lemon Butter From Breaking
Lemon butter is susceptible to separating into blobs of fat floating in liquid, but paying mind to the ingredients and other factors can prevent this. -
Why Pro-Bakers Use Isomalt Instead Of Real Sugar
Isomalt is a substance you may have never heard of, but it might become your new best friend if you love crafting sugary decorations for cakes and cupcakes. -
Skip The Water To Get Your Starbucks Iced Tea At Full Strength
Is there anything worse in the entire world than getting a watery cup of iced tea? Well, maybe, but it still stinks. Ask for no water when next at Starbucks. -
The One Place In Your Fridge You Shouldn't Store Milk
This spot in the fridge may be one of the most popular places to store milk, but it's also the worst if you want the jug to last as long as possible. -
Don't Knock Pickle Juice Margaritas Before You Try Them
Pickle juice is salty, tangy, and a bit savory, complementing the bright flavors of a margarita while adding new notes from various brining spices. -
Why You Should Shamelessly Slather Mayo On Every Chicken You Cook
It might seem unusual, but if you love chicken with crispy skin and a juicy, flavorful interior, you should consider marinating it in mayonnaise. -
There's A Right Way To Order Steamed Milk At Starbucks
If you want a topper of steamed milk in your Starbucks coffee, you should know there's a right way and a wrong way to do it - and it could save you money. -
How To Unclog And Clean Keurig Needles
Have you noticed that your K-cup is pouring more slowly, or you're getting grit in your cup? It may be tie to unclog and clean your Keurig needles. -
The Size Difference Between Hot And Cold Venti Drinks At Starbucks
Not all Starbucks drinks are created equal in size. A venti cold cup is actually slightly larger than its hot counterpart, supposedly to accommodate ice. -
The Extra Step You Need To Clean A Bunch Of Grapes Right
If all you do when cleaning grapes is rinse them under running water, you'll want to know why you should clean them more thoroughly, and how to do it. -
How To Sharpen A Pizza Cutter Without A Trip To The E.R.
Although plenty of things can go wrong while you're slicing up a pizza, perhaps the biggest mistake you're making is not using a sharp enough utensil. -
How Mayonnaise Can Save You From Greasy Chocolate Cake
To achieve a perfectly moist and velvety chocolate cake without it becoming too greasy, consider substituting mayonnaise for oil in your next recipe. -
The Chain Restaurants Giving Away Free Food On Cyber Monday
All that scoping out the best deals on Cyber Monday is bound to work up an appetite. Here's how you can score some free food to fuel you as you shop. -
Here's How Many Spuds You Need For A Batch Of Mashed Potatoes
One of the stars of any holiday feast is the mashed potatoes but not having enough can be a big problem. Here's how many spuds you need for a big batch. -
Snake-Infused Whiskey Is Just As Daunting As It Sounds
In many countries, drinking snake-infused whiskey is considered an act of bravery and there's good reason. From how it's made to its taste, it's daunting. -
The Mafia Began As A Task Force To Protect Lemons
It may seem hard to believe, but the Italian mafia got its start protecting Sicilian lemon groves in the 1800s from thieves as lemons soared in popularity. -
What Happens If You Accidentally Eat A Fruit Sticker?
So you just realized that you ate a whole apple without taking the produce sticker off. What happens now? Is your digestive system going to be alright? -
The Secret Ingredient That Will Change Your Meatloaf Forever
Meatloaf is an institution in this country, with every family having their own recipe they swear by. However, if you want to take it up a notch, add one thing. -
Combine Deviled Eggs And Potato Salad For The Ultimate Creamy Side Dish
If you're planning on making both deviled eggs and potato salad, why not save some room and some hassle by combining the two dishes together? -
The Acidic Fruits You Should Be Using To Tenderize Meat
Ditch the meat mallet or meat-tenderizing powder and try using one of these acidic fruits to naturally tenderize steak, seafood, and much more. -
Why You Should Start Storing Potatoes In A Cardboard Box
Since potatoes release moisture, a cardboard box provides ventilation, allowing the moisture to evaporate, rather than collect and spoil the potatoes. -
The 2 Starbucks Drinks You Really Shouldn't Mobile Order
These Starbucks drinks are not as good if you order in advance and let them sit, and there are also other items that aren't mobile-friendly. -
The Ice Cube Hack That Stops Water From Boiling Over Like Magic
No one likes having to clean up the mess of a boiled over pot, so stop disaster in its tracks with this simple ice cube hack. It's as easy as it sounds. -
The Simple Knife Trick To Separate Frozen Bread Slices
Instead of trying to pry slices of frozen bread apart with the tip of a knife, you should use its heel - the part of the blade farthest from the tip. -
How To Prep And Clean Chitterlings With Boiling Water
Sanitize chitterlings by soaking them in water with baking soda or vinegar for several minutes, followed by thorough rinsing to remove debris or any residue. -
Details You'll Want To Know About Shark Tank's Yum Crumbs
Yum Crumbs is launching into the public eye on Shark Tank, but what do you need to know about the company before you watch? We've got the details here!
