Don't Believe The Myth That Figs Are Fruit
While figs may be considered fruits in the culinary world, botanically, they're actually flowers. And not just any type of flower but syconium.
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Why Aldi Requires A Quarter To Unlock Carts
Some customers be frustrated by having to carry a quarter to access Aldi's shopping carts, but the reason for this policy is actually quite clever. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Favorite Brand Of Dried Pasta, Besides Her Own
Giada De Laurentiis, famed Italian chef, is understandably known for her Italian cooking, so when she gives us her favorite pasta brand, we listen. -
Why You Need To Look Up In Trader Joe's Frozen Food Aisle
The next time you find yourself at Trader Joe's, look up in the frozen food aisle and you may find some very interesting food pairings for your next dinner. -
The Reason Some Canned Goods Have Pull Tabs And Others Don't
If you've ever wondered why a lot of canned foods lack easy-open pull tabs, considering how convenient they are, the answer is surprisingly complex. -
How To Rescue Limp Celery And Return It To Its Former Glory
There's nothing more disappointing than when your celery has gone limp, but don't despair. While it takes 24 hours, you can restore celery to its crunchy glory. -
Are There Fish Bladders In Your Beer?
For a few hundred years now, many types of beer have included something called isinglass -- this is a type of collagen found, you guessed it, in fish. -
The Biggest Mistake You're Making When Picking Out Mussels
According to chef and expert Aris Tuazon, the biggest mistake people make when buying mussels from the fishmonger is failing to check the harvest tag date. -
The Best Type Of Potatoes For Crunchy, Golden Hash Browns
If you want to make sure your homemade hash browns are golden, crispy, and perfect, you need to use russet potatoes and only russet potatoes. -
The Common Store-Bought Shortcut Ina Garten Can't Get Down With
Ina Garten may always say "store-bought is fine" but it turns out that there's one grocery store shortcut she would never touch, and it's likely in your kitchen -
The Store-Bought Pasta Sauces Celebrity Chefs Love To Use
While, yes, homemade is delicious, but even the most famous chefs know that sometimes store-bought pasta sauce just makes life a little easier. -
How To Tell When Tofu Has Gone Bad
If you have a package of tofu sitting in the back of your fridge, you might be wondering if it's still good. Thankfully, it's easy to tell when it goes bad. -
Is Beeswax Wrap A Good Substitute For Plastic Wrap?
There are plenty of reasons we all may want to reduce our plastic use, but how does a beeswax wrap hold up against traditional plastic wrap? -
Why Bagged Lettuce Is Never Worth Buying At The Grocery Store
Bagged lettuce seems like a convenient and healthy choice, but it actually has several pitfalls to be aware of, including detrimental health-related effects. -
Why You're More Likely To Find California Oranges In Florida Grocery Stores
If you've been to a shop in Florida, you may have seen oranges and assumed they came from the many local groves. But they most likely flew in from California. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Pro Tip For Buying Store-Bought Pasta Sauce
There's no shame in using store bought pasta sauce, especially during a busy week. But to get the most out of your meal, follow Giada De Laurentiis' advice. -
What Are Aldi Finds And Why Do They Sell Out So Quickly?
At Aldi it isn't just the incredible deals that keep devotees coming back for more; the grocery chain also has special Aldi Finds that sell out quickly. -
The Eco-Friendly Distillery That Turns Crabs Into Whiskey
Many of us are looking for new tasting experiences or seeking ways to live more sustainably, and using invasive crabs in whiskey is a great way to do both. -
The Big Changes You'll See At McDonald's In 2024
Some brand-new McDonald's features for 2024 are sure to spark excitement from customers, including improved menu items and expansion of a spin-off chain. -
The Big Changes You'll See At Aldi In 2024
Fans of Aldi will want to know about these new company features to be rolled out in 2024, including new and intriguing ways to pay for groceries at checkout. -
The Ingredients You Need To Avoid When Buying Whole Wheat Bread
To make sure you buy 100% whole wheat bread, scan the ingredients list for deceitful terms that indicate you're looking at white bread in disguise. -
Why Extra Large Vegetables Are A Red Flag At The Grocery Store
Picking the largest veggies you can find at the store seems like more bang for your buck, but you could end up dissatisfied when it's time to cook them. -
A Cheat-Sheet To Grocery Store Cucumbers
You may think there are only a handful of cucumber varieties, but there are actually over a hundred. Here are the most common that you'll see in stores. -
Michelin Star-Style Upgrades For TikTok Pink Sauce At Home
You thought you heard the last of it, but pink sauce is back, only now it's a little orange and made by the French Michelin-star chef, Ludo Lefebvre. -
The Smartest Day Of The Week To Shop At Aldi
Any time is a good time to shop for affordable groceries at Aldi, but visiting on one particular day of the week can result in an extra-satisfying trip. -
The Fresh Ingredients Giada De Laurentiis Keeps Stocked In Her Fridge
Giada De Laurentiis stresses that each body responds differently to food and notes that the secret to her healthy lifestyle is mindful eating. -
Why It Pays To Buy Beer At Whole Foods
You might think that beer at Whole Foods is both expensive and nothing special, but you can actually get a great deal on some truly unique brews at the chain.
