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.

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Is a Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable?

Turns out, there's both a botanical and a legal definition for what makes a food a fruit or a vegetable.


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Why Are There 10 Hot Dogs in a Pack but Only 8 Buns?

I'll never understand why this wasn't fixed a long time ago!


What Is Chai Tea, Exactly?

Add some sugar and spice to your life with masala chai, a delicious tea with a fascinating history and surprising...


Is Eggplant a Fruit or a Vegetable?

Before you whip up some eggplant parm or baba ghanoush, find out if the eggplant you’re about to use is...


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Here’s How to Open a Ketchup Packet the Right Way

Eating on the go? Try this genius hack to open a ketchup packet without the mess.


How to Open a Can Without a Can Opener

Need to open a can without a can opener? Try these handy methods that incorporate common tools around your home...


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If You See Bloated Food Packaging, This Is What It Means

Steer clear of products with bloated packaging at the store. It's a food safety issue—here's why.


Here’s What’s Really in an Impossible Burger

Out of all the Impossible Burger's ingredients, there's one that makes the seemingly impossible possible

The 12 Best Wineries in Napa Valley to Visit Now

Sip, sip, hurray! Raise a (tasting) glass and say cheers to these stunning vineyards in California's Sonoma and Napa Valley.


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10 Food Container Hacks You Probably Didn’t Know About

These design features on common food containers are genius!


65 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Discounts in 2025

Here's where current and former service members can score Veterans Day free meals as a small thank-you for all they've...


Is It Safe to Eat Expired Eggs?

Has that carton of eggs been languishing in your fridge? Here's everything you need to know about whether eggs expire...


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This Is the Temperature Your Refrigerator Should Be

Keep your food fresh longer—and help prevent foodborne illness—by keeping your refrigerator humming at the right temperature



This Is Why Most Grocery Stores Don’t Have Windows

Grocery stores have a few tricks up their sleeve.



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Is It Safe to Eat Sprouted Potatoes?

You’re about to start cooking dinner when you notice some unwelcome sprouts on your potatoes. Are sprouted potatoes still safe...

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Here’s How Long Milk Really Lasts—and How to Make It Last Longer

We milked dairy and food safety experts to find out how long milk is good for after the sell-by date



What Does Kit Kat Stand For?

This candy bar has been popular since 1935, and today, it's a top-tier Halloween treat. But what does Kit Kat...


Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use Aluminum Foil for Leftovers

Say goodbye to the shiny stuff. Food safety experts explain why there are safer ways to store your leftovers.


If You See Red Stuff on Your Lettuce, This Is What It Is

Have you discovered red stuff on your lettuce? Here's what it is and why it's there in the first place.


If Your Chocolate Looks “Dusty,” This Is What It Is

Turns out, there's a scientific reason why chocolate can look dusty. Here's what it is, and why you shouldn't be...

If You See a Blue Twist Tie on Your Bread Bag, This Is What It Means

That twist tie on your bread bag can tell you a lot about your loaf.


If You See an Indent at the Bottom of a Wine Bottle, This Is What It Means

Have you noticed wine bottles come with an indent at the bottom? Sip back and relax as we uncover fact...


Why Can’t You Find Grape Ice Cream?

Ever wonder why you can find grape ice pops, but not grape ice cream?


This Video Shows You How to Dice Onions Without a Knife—But Does It Really Work?

This hack promises the best way to dice an onion. But is it too good to be true?


The Best Dessert in Every State

Apple pie belongs to all of us, but when it comes to the best state desserts in the country, there...


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If You See White Stuff on Baby Carrots—Here’s What It Really Is

Have you seen white stuff on baby carrots? Here's what it is, and why you really shouldn't worry about it.