Why Gordon Ramsay Always Has Additional Flour When Making Pasta Dough
If your recipe calls for two cups of flour, as Gordon Ramsay's does, you'll want to make sure you have a bit more, and here's why this trick is a good idea.
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Stories By Hope Ngo
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The Rule About Not Eating Closed Mussels Is Actually Complicated
There are few things better than a steaming pot of mussels. There are also few things worse than eating a bad mussel. Here's some advice on how to spot them.
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How Coffee Shop Culture Emerged In Japan
Daydreaming of an afternoon lazing about a coffee shop may invoke visions of Seattle or Paris, but coffee shop culture is just as strong in Tokyo too.
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The Case For Storing Fresh Greens Without Washing Them First
It may be a force of habit, but immediately washing all of your produce before finding a spot for it in the fridge isn't always the best idea.
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Why One China Starbucks Location Has A Renaissance Design
Starbucks as a coffee chain is recognized all over the world, but sometimes their physical locations look much less uniform than we might expect.
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The Controversial Ingredients In Starbucks' Original Pumpkin Spice Lattes
It's hard to image anyone finding fault with the iconic seasonal favorite, but in its first iteration there were quite a few wrinkles to iron out.
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Why Pickle Juice Is The Potato Salad Ingredient You Didn't Know You Needed
Pickle juice is a well-seasoned ingredient that contains a trifecta of flavors that adds extra depth and dimension to the taste of your potato salad.
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Spice Up Your Coffee With A Dash Of Hot Sauce
If you're looking for a new way to spice up your morning coffee, try adding a touch of hot sauce. Similar to chili hot chocolate with its rich, spicy flavors.
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Try David Chang's Method For Making Dashi
David Chang bypasses his stovetop to make dashi. Instead, as he revealed on Instagram, he does this after combining his katsuobushi, anchovies, and kombu.
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Ina Garten Just Doesn't Care About Food Trends
If you're looking to prepare a meal that showcases the latest food fads, one celebrity chef who isn't likely to give you any inspiration is Ina Garten.
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What Happened To Ina Garten's Ready-To-Eat Frozen Meal Line?
See the fascinating rise and fall of Ina Garten's branded gourmet ready-made meals, and why the world of prepared foods is definitely no picnic.
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Why Sushi Fans Can't Order California Rolls In Japan
The name itself offers an essential hint to the mystery of why an American sushi eater ordering food abroad in the island nation will come up empty handed.
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The Serious Reason You Can't Let Used Grounds Sit In Your Coffee Maker
Getting good at making your own coffee from home can be a game changer, but for best results it's important to keep up on the cleanliness of your machine.
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The Unique Structure Of Gunkan-Maki Sushi Keeps Toppings In Place
Gunkan-maki, also known as the battleship wrap, is a style of sushi created with a very specific purpose - for keeping all those delicious toppings contained.
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For Maximum Freshness, Grab Meat And Dairy Last At The Grocery Store
We all have different ways of getting around a grocery store. But regardless of how you fill your cart, leave your meat and dairy selections to the very end.
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What You Need To Know About Lambanog, The Strong Coconut Liquor Of The Philippines
Lamanog is a liquor distilled in the Philippines that is often called "Coconut wine" or "Coconut vodka." Here's how it's made and how you can drink it.
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Umeshu Is Japan's Sweet Plum Liqueur You Should Know About
Made from the tangy and sour (some say, inedible) ume fruit, this Japanese plum wine is a staple in the alcoholic beverage scene of the island nation.
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Ina Garten's Preferred Brand Of 'Good Vanilla'
Of course, the Barefoot Contessa has a jar of homemade vanilla extract on her pantry shelf at all times, but she also relies on one specific store-bought brand.
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The Difference Between Air-Dried And Instant Noodles
Instant ramen noodles have long been a staple of kitchens around the world, but more recently, air-dried noodles are gaining in popularity.
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The Flavorful Butter David Chang Uses To Boost The Taste Of Bass
Bass has a tendency to taste mild and less than interesting than other fish options, but celebrity chef David Chang knows just how to spice it up!
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What Is A Red Blend And How Is It Different From Other Red Wines?
You've likely seen a red blend at the store, but did you know some of the classic wine regions are best known for signature blends of red grapes?
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The Durability Difference Between Stamped And Forged Kitchen Knives
When knives are crafted with steel, they are normally either forged or stamped. This is the durability difference between the two.
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The Melted Chocolate Mistake That's Destroying Your Brownies
In the quest to create the chocolate treat of our dreams, we may be making mistakes that leave us with brownie batter that isn't fit to be baked.
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Stick With Frozen Cherries Over Fresh For Pie
Even though fresh cherries are readily available in the summer time, are frozen cherries actually still a better choice? Yes, and we'll tell you why.
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David Chang's Carbonara-Inspired Instant Noodles Are A World Of Flavor
Just because we tend to use certain noodles a specific way, doesn't mean we can't use Western-style pasta sauces with Asian noodles and vice versa.
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You Can Buy Syrups At Starbucks, But There's A Catch
Starbucks fans can actually snag the large, consumer-sized syrup bottles found in the chain's coffee shops, but some flavors may not be readily available.
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Where In The World You Can Get Starbucks Lasagna
When Americans think of Starbucks food, we usually think of hot sandwiches, wraps, and bakery items. But in some places, customers can get foods like lasagna.
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