Europa Geology: The Mocktail That Simulates Jupiter's Moon
For a mocktail that's truly out of this world, try the Europa Geology, the winner of a contest launched by the European Space Agency to celebrate JUICE.
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The World's First 3D-Printed Eel Is On Its Way To Your Table
Whether you love unagi or are a particular fan of jellied eels, you're going to be excited to learn about the sustainable breakthrough Steakholder has made.
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The Simple Reason You Don't Have To Refrigerate Mayo Before Opening
We all know that mayonnaise contains raw eggs, but the condiment is shelf stable until the jar (or squeezy tube) is opened. What's the deal with that?
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Why It's Actually Important To Check Beer Expiration Dates
While you might think alcohol lasts forever, that's actually incorrect. Your beer has a very short shelf life, and you absolutely need to check its expiry date.
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Why You Should Store Cut Avocados With Sliced Onions
There are plenty of hacks out there that claim to prevent avocados from browning, but using onion actually has some science behind why it works so well.
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Decaf Coffee Is More Hydrating Than You'd Think
There are plenty of myths and bits of misinformation flying around about coffee, including decaf. And no, decaf coffee does not dehydrate you.
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Add More Ice To Your Drink To Stop Dilution (Yes, Really)
It sounds counterintuitive, but adding more ice can cool your drink enough that it doesn't melt - or at least melts so slowly that the dilution is negligible.
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Can You Eat Raw Tofu Right Out Of The Package?
There are plenty of delicious ways to eat tofu, from fried bites in stir fry to marinated and mixed into soup. But can you eat it raw? Yes, you can!
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The Ben & Jerry's Hack To Save Your Ice Cream From Freezer Burn
There's nothing as heart-wrenching as going in for that pint of ice cream only to discover it's covered with freezer burn. Avoid the sorrow with this easy tip.
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Ina Garten's Easy Trick For Ultra-Thin Meat Slices
Slicing meat can be tricky, especially when you need the slices to be extra thin. Ina Garten's simple hack makes cutting meat into thin slices a breeze.
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Why You Should Never Leave White Wine In The Freezer
While it's tempting to throw your bottle of wine into the freezer to chill fast, there are better, safer, and frankly faster ways to get your white wine cold.
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What Your Average Grocery Store Bacon Bits Are Made Of
Bacon bits offer great crunch with a hint of smoke on top of salads, potatoes, and so many things, but what, exactly are these delicious morsels made of?
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Do Different Colored Froot Loops Actually Have Their Own Flavors?
Froot Loops are a part of many a childhood, and while delicious, do each of the different colors actually have a different flavor? Surprisingly, no.
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5 Parts Of An Egg You Haven't Heard Of Before
An egg just contains its shell, the white, and its yolk, right? Wrong! There is so much more to a little egg than first meets the eye. Let's learn about it!
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What It Means When Bacon Has A Green-Ish Sheen
Whenever this happens to be the case, we're left wondering how serious the situation is. Is the bacon still safe to eat, or should we throw it away?
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The Crucial Difference In French Vs Swiss Vs Italian Buttercream
Buttercream is buttercream, right? Wrong! There are three types (not including American buttercream), and they all vary in taste, preparation, and consistency.
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What To Do With Honey When It's Already Crystallized
Looking for your bottle of honey only to discover that the thing has crystallized? Never fear! That honey is still good -- just treat it a little differently.
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Chapul: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank
The founder of Chapul wanted a food revolution with a focus on sustainability by using farmed insects as protein. Did the Sharks bite, or did they bug out?
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The One Type Of Soup You Shouldn't Freeze
Soup is comforting, delicious, and a great meal when you're busy. Make life even easier by batching and freezing soup -- just make sure it's the right kind.
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How The Tapping Trick Stops Soda From Exploding
Tapping the top of a soda can helps push troublesome gas bubbles from the can's sides to the top, where they’re less likely to explode when the can is opened.
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How Much Caffeine (And Alcohol) Is Actually In Your Kombucha
Let's dispel the buzz and/or concern behind the fizzy drink, kombucha, and see how the fermentation process affects its alcohol and caffeine content.
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How To Thicken Tomato Pasta Sauce Without Complicating The Flavor
Making pasta but found that your sauce is just a touch too watery? Never fear! This one ingredient can save the day and improve your tomato sauce.
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How To Slow Down Avocado Ripening
Avocados are as finicky as they are delicious. To ensure that your luscious green fruit stays in peak ripeness, you may need to slow things down.
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Starbucks, Nestlé Hot Chocolate Mixes Contain Illegal Amounts Of Lead
While not federally regulated, the levels of lead found in both Nestlé and Starbucks hot chocolates violate food safety laws present in California.
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Why Mayo Doesn't Work As A Yogurt Substitute
So you're halfway through the recipe and you've realized -- you don't have yogurt, or it's gone bad. Whatever you do, don't grab the mayo. It just won't work.
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Store Your Onions In The Freezer For Tear-Free Chopping
Onions got you feeling weepy? Shallots positively watering your eyes? There's a better way to dice. Pop your alliums in the freezer to end the sulfur tyranny!
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How Lemon Juice Makes Steak Scientifically More Delicious
Science and art go hand in hand, but when you throw cooking into the mix, real magic happens. For the best steak of your life, add a little acid.
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