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Anchovies vs. Sardines

They sit right next to each other in tins at the grocery store, but __sardines and anchovies are not the same__. They are often confused, though, so we’re here to…

Different types of salts

Salt is a big part of the average American’s daily life. So much so that we expect to find it on every restaurant table and as an ingredient in many premade meals.…

Smoked meat

When it comes to building flavor, low and slow is the way to go. Great things take time, whether you’re simmering a homemade pasta sauce or smoking brisket. And in the case of…

How to Throw a Dino-mite Party

Jump Into the Jurassic Era with these Party Food Ideas If you want to party like it’s 200 million years ago, we’ve got you covered! Creating a jumping Jurassic-style shindig complete…

Afternoon Tea and Food Creativity

Pulling off a high tea is doable without breaking a sweat—and eminently less pressure-filled than assembling a multi-course lunch or supper. What you’re going for is a mix of sweet and…

Does Honey Ever Go Bad or Expire?

How Long Does Honey Last? “Raw honey is the only food that never spoils,” says Janice Mercieri, co-owner of White Mountain Apiary and Bee Farm in northern New Hampshire. She adds that honey…

cooked wheaten food

How Many Types of Pasta Are There? There are hundreds of different pasta shapes. We won’t go into all of them below, because we all have things to do and…

Four kinds of Lamian Noodles

What Is Ramen, and What Are Ramen Noodles Made of? First, though, a nod toward the essence of ramen itself: the noodles. Ramen noodles are made from wheat flour, salt, water,…