This regional Chinese-Mexican cuisine is home to truly unique fusion dishes, and Food Republic got some insight from a pro chef who experienced it firsthand.
To figure out the best (and worst) cuts of pork for smoking, Food Republic consulted an expert, Rich Parente, the owner and chef of Clock Tower Grill in NY.
Food Republic asked Rich Parente, chef and owner of Clock Tower Grill, to share his tips on whether you should use wood chips or wood chunks to smoke meat.
When the weather is right and the urge strikes, there's nothing quite like grilling. To speed the process, do you really need to wait for it to preheat?
Forget about super-specific grilling gadgets and reach for this essential tool recommended by an expert, which comes in many varieties to suit your needs.
Pairing cheese with wine is pretty standard practice, but figuring out the best cheese to pair with Irish whiskey can be tricky, so we consulted an expert.
Rye whiskey can be fairly assertive, so we asked an expert what kind of cheese will both mellow and complement this special spirit for the best pairing.
According to John Montez, the assistant manager of education at Murray's Cheese, there is a cheese category that you should skip if you are sipping on whiskey.
Many people know that decanting wine can have great attributes like preventing oxidation and removing sediment, but is it also a good step for whiskey?
Boxed mac and cheese is delicious and convenient. We sampled an array of store-bought brands to see which has the best flavor and texture and is worth buying.
If your grill game just includes burgers, hot dogs, and corn on the cob, it's time to introduce new flavors with tuna. We went to the expert to get tips.
Decanting both wine and whiskey are popular choices. For some wines, it's almost mandatory to allow the bottle some time to breathe, but why decant whiskey?
Your homemade fried chicken deserves a serious upgrade, and these creative ingredients will help you, recommended by someone with fried chicken experience.
Maximilian Riedel, 11th-generation CEO and president of Riedel, told Food Republic how to correctly hold a stemless wine glass for the best drinking experience.
A glass-cleaning expert tells us how to wash and polish wine glasses for a fingerprint-free finish, with no cracking, breaking, or accidental smudging in sight.
Bacon-wrapped stuffed dates are a perfect appetizer when you're hosting a party or eating solo. However, the key to acing the dish is picking the right cheese.
A BBQ pro tells us which dish can instantly tell you if a joint knows what they're doing, plus tips for judging a barbecue restaurant before you even go inside.
Pasta and wine are a classic pairing, but what happens when you throw vodka into the mix? To get the best results, you need to consider the sauce itself.