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The Important Step You’re Missing When Making Pour-Over Coffee SharkPaeCNX/Shutterstock By Andrew Walser/Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 11:28 am EST With about 115 million bags of coffee produced globally each year (via DisturbMeNot!), it’s safe to say that coffee is a familiar beverage enjoyed around the world for both its complex tastes and the caffeine boost it provides. It’s a morning ritual for many to wake up and brew that first steaming cup in the morning, allowing the wafting aromas to wake them up and prepare them for the oncoming day....

The Problem With Jalapeño, According To Andrew Zimmern Alex Goodlett/Getty Images By Adrianna MacPherson/May 2, 2022 8:58 am EST Whether you prefer to add in some freshly chopped chili peppers, sauces like Sriracha, or dried spices like cayenne, there’s an abundance of ways to add a bit of heat to any dish you’re making. However, if you’re a devoted jalapeño fan, you may be curious to hear chef and television personality Andrew Zimmern’s take on the classic green pepper that so many of us enjoy....

The Real Reason Publix Cut Ties With A Coconut Milk Producer Yuriy Ivanovskiy/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/March 8, 2022 5:15 pm EST Publix has announced that they will no longer sell Chaokoh, a coconut milk brand that has inspired controversy and a multi-year campaign conducted by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). The cause of outcry was the use of monkey labor by the products manufacturer, Theppadungporn Coconut Co....

The Restaurant Dessert That Left Reddit Horrified Maja Argakijeva/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/June 8, 2022 4:30 pm EST Ordering dessert at a restaurant is always kind of a toss-up. On one hand, you’re so stuffed from all that free bread and your dinner that you can’t possibly have another bite. On the other hand, that tablet mounted at your table keeps advertising that big hunk of brownie with ice cream and caramel, and you aren’t made of steel....

The Secret Ingredient In Valerie Bertinelli’s Minestrone DFree/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Updated: April 6, 2022 10:13 am EST It requires very little to make a batch of minestrone soup. With only four main ingredients — pasta, vegetables, beans, and a broth with tomatoes — the Italian soup can be endlessly customized to suit your taste and accommodate the veggies that remain in your pantry (via MasterClass). According to DeNicola’s Restaurant, minestrone used to be referred to as the poor man’s soup in ancient Rome because it could be made with whatever ingredients were leftover from other meals....

The Trader Joe’s Item Reddit Will Never Try Again Colleen Michaels/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/July 15, 2022 10:08 am EST Few things are as comforting as digging into a huge bowl of pasta covered in sauce and cheese. In fact, a 2020 survey conducted by the Grain Foods Foundation found that over one-third of Americans turn to the dish during stressful times (via Food Ingredients 1st). As The House and Home Magazine writes, the classic staple has stayed consistent without big changes, At the same time, however, there is also a level of customization that can be applied to nearly every aspect of the meal....

TikTok Is Floored Over Michael Symon’s Simple Garlic Technique Jason Koerner/Getty Images By Katy Canada/June 16, 2022 3:23 pm EST Unless you own a garlic press and don’t mind the tedious task of cleaning it after every use, you’re likely familiar with the process of mincing your own garlic. This step is as important for building flavor in your cooking as it is painstaking. Chef Michael Symon showed fans on TikTok his game-changing hack for hastily chopping garlic cloves, and comments indicate that it’s the key to maximizing time and efficiency in the kitchen....

Trader Joe’s Just Gave A Fan-Favorite Gluten-Free Product A Makeover Cassiohabib/Shutterstock By Derek Helling/Aug. 7, 2022 3:00 pm EST Trader Joe’s is among the growing number of grocery store chains that have made moves to accommodate shoppers’ dietary preferences and needs, such as avoiding gluten, meat, or dairy. In that interest, it would be counterproductive for other franchises to be a slice above Trader Joe’s when it comes to getting a piece of the gluten-free shopping pie....

We Finally Know The Release Date Of Searching For Italy Season 2 Denis Makarenko/Shutterstock By Elaina Friedman/Updated: April 13, 2022 1:32 pm EST Stanley Tucci fans will conquer that watching the acclaimed actor roll up the sleeves of his linen shirt to tuck into a bowl of rigatoni all’amatriciana or pluck Sicilian grapes from the vine is like watching any creature thrive its natural element. The Italian American’s curiosity and reverence for the cuisines of his home country make him the ideal host of “Searching for Italy,” the CNN Original Series that debuted last summer and earned a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series....

What Really Happens To Eliminated Hell’s Kitchen Contestants Kit Leong/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/March 8, 2022 2:52 pm EST So, Gordon Ramsay decides which team loses, picks the three weakest contestants, and boots one off the show. The eliminated contestant proceeds to walk out of the “Hell’s Kitchen” doors… But what happens next? Do they get to say their goodbyes to fellow contestants? Does Ramsay have a final one-on-one chat with them?...

Why The ‘Garlic Rocket’ Could Be A Kitchen Game-Changer SURAKIT SAWANGCHIT/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 11:35 am EST Garlic has been eaten for millennia, tracing back to the times of ancient Egypt, Babylonia, China, and India, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Garlic also has a number of health benefits and has been used for medicinal purposes, such as easing digestion, reducing blood pressure, and alleviating symptoms of the common cold (per Healthline)....

5 Best DIY Fruit Fly Traps You Need To Try Lyudmila Mikhailovskaya/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 3:30 pm EST When summer arrives, it’s time to dust off that patio furniture and fire up those grills. In true summer tradition, you’re probably going to enjoy a meal outside in the warm weather instead of being stuffed up in the house like you were all winter. Doesn’t hot corn on the cob with butter dripping down its kernels taste so much better when you’re outside, basking in the sun?...

Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Marat Lala/Shutterstock By Helena Nichols/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 12:34 pm EST Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon is a smooth and spicy treat — for those who can find it. With its distinctive bottle shape and horse cork topper, the drink is instantly recognizable, and yet notoriously difficult to buy. But what makes this elusive bourbon so alluring? Like all bourbon, it must meet the legal definition, be made with at least a 51% corn mash and be aged in charred new oak barrels....

Copycat In-N-Out Burger Recipe Lindsay D. Mattison/Mashed By Lindsay D. Mattison/Updated: June 30, 2022 9:55 am EST If a fast-food sandwich were capable of becoming a legend, it would definitely be the In-N-Out Double-Double burger. Sure, its status as the best fast-food hamburger has been disputed over the years by those who claim Whataburger and Five Guys make a superior sandwich. But, even if you’ve moved on to loving other burgers, it’s almost impossible to argue that In-N-Out has inspired a cult following over the years....

Country Music Superstar Thomas Rhett Picks His Favorite Ways To Eat Fritos - Exclusive Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Jorie Mark/March 16, 2022 3:14 pm EST Making a TV commercial about Fritos was like coming home for country music legend Thomas Rhett. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, who most recently performed at the 2022 American Country Music Awards ceremony in Las Vegas, and has a sixth album coming out in April, said he has been munching on the slightly-sweet, curl-shaped corn chips for as long as he can remember....

Duff Goldman Is Cracking Up At Food Network’s Thirsty Tweet Sterling Munksgard/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Updated: April 26, 2022 8:38 am EST While Food Network certainly has a lot of shows featuring professional chefs, it also has a few shows featuring your average Joes and Janes. “Worst Cooks in America”, for example, brings together contestants who aren’t too great in the kitchen. Over the course of the show’s 20-plus seasons, more than a few contestants have been familiar faces....

Guy Fieri Was Never The Same After Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives Scott Dudelson/Getty Images By Adam Swierk/July 12, 2022 12:45 pm EST Guy Fieri: the man, the myth, the legend. What can we say about the human embodiment of a puppy dog — one that just finished chugging a case of full-sugar Red Bulls — that hasn’t already been said? The fact that he often looks like a time-traveler from 2005 (the frosted tips, the Oakley-style sunglasses, the emo-esque arm bands) has been discussed ad nauseam, as has his unique zest for all things food-related....

How To Avoid Overstaying Your Welcome At A Restaurant LightField Studios/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/Aug. 26, 2022 11:32 am EST There is something profoundly special about dining at a fine restaurant. After all, unless you’re part of the well-heeled aristocracy or a monied business mogul, it’s likely a treat to have people cater to your needs. Where else will someone cook your meal, clear your table, and wash your dishes? Certainly, not at home where you spend hours in front of a hot stove or a sink full of dirty dinnerware....

New Study Reveals How Drinking Enough Water Could Help Your Heart false/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/April 10, 2022 12:05 pm EST Some people take the simple act of drinking water regularly for granted. In fact, a 2018 survey by Quench USA showed that 77% of working Americans don’t drink enough water on a daily basis. While drinking plain water may not seem appetizing, there is no denying that our bodies need us to drink enough water every day to accomplish many basic tasks....

Rat In The Kitchen: Release Date, Celebrity Host, And More - Everything We Know So Far Michael Tullberg/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:21 pm EST It’s been nearly two decades since “Iron Chef America” first aired and in the years since, we have seen many variations on the cooking competition show. We’ve seen angry ones with lots of swearing. We’ve seen people book it through faux supermarkets. We’ve seen the celebration of people who can’t cook....