A Trusted Friend in a Complicated World

Food Tips

Just about everyone is strapped for money, time or both. These food tips will help you learn how to save money at the grocery store, keep food fresh for longer and give you a better understanding of all your ingredients.

Add Filter

Tout icon

How to Make a Vinegar Fruit Wash That Really Cleans Your Produce

If you’re not using a vinegar fruit wash, you’ll definitely want to start after reading this. Luckily, it’s quick,...


You’ve Been Serving Ice Cream at the Wrong Temperature This Whole Time

With summer here, you'll want to break out your favorite scoop and all those yummy toppings, but first, learn the...


Don’t Feel Guilty About Your Chocolate Addiction—Your Heart Might Just Be Better for It

You heart chocolate, and it hearts you back: Turns out the dark stuff can keep your ticker pumping steadily.



Club Soda vs. Seltzer Water: What’s the Difference?

Say goodbye to confusion in the water aisle! We're discussing club soda vs. seltzer water and how they differ.


The Dishes Professional Chefs Always Order at Italian Restaurants

Whether they're dining in old-school pizzerias, cozy trattorias, or nouvelle Italian ristorantes, professional chefs have go-to Italian dishes that you...


How to Make the Perfect Piece of Toast, According to Science

Apparently, there's a lot more to it than plopping your bread in the toaster and plugging it in.


5 Secrets About Being a Professional Chocolate Taster

Eating chocolate for a living may seem like the sweetest way to earn a paycheck, but one professional chocolate taster...


8 Snackable Cereal Facts Every Cereal Addict Needs

Grab your bowl and spoon and come celebrate National Cereal Day.

Secret Steps to Making the Perfect Sandwich

These are the seven layers every perfect, mouthwatering sammie needs.


6 Foods That Trick Your Taste Buds

Why grapefruit and salt make sense together ... and chocolate and yogurt DON'T.


Cook Perfect Eggs: 4 Breakfast Tricks You’ll Want to Use Over and Over

Cook better fried eggs, scrambled eggs, poached eggs, and omelets for a breakfast that starts your morning sunny side up.


These 7 Genius Flavored Ice Cubes Will Change Your Drinks Forever

Want to refresh your cold drinks? Serve creative iced teas, seltzers, and cocktails with these brilliant ice cubes. (And don’t...


9 Easy Ways to Make Pancakes More Delicious

We've kept these decadent pancake recipe ideas to three steps max, because you shouldn't have to think too hard before...


The Speedy Guide to Make-Ahead Oatmeal

Try these four easy, make-ahead techniques and you can enjoy delicious oatmeal, no matter what type of morning you're having.

How to Properly Store Wine

How to store your wine so it'll last for years.


8 Indian Spices You Can Use in Everyday Cooking

8 Indian Spices You Can Use in Everyday Cooking


Potatoes 101: A Guide to the Most Common Varieties

This handy guide will help you choose the right potato every time.


33 Ways to Liven Up Popcorn, from Sweet to Savory

Take popcorn from bland to next level with these popcorn recipe ideas.


How Long Can You Store Meat in the Fridge or Freezer?

Food storage brings up a lot of questions and concerns, especially when it involves meat products. Here are guidelines for...


7 Healthy Lunch Salads to Take to Work

The perfect food to fuel your workday.