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Crawford Smith

Alain Ducasse Explains Why Las Vegas Is The Next Great Culinary Destination - Exclusive Interview

Alain Ducasse is one of the most decorated chefs in the world. A prominent member Las Vegas's dining scene, he tells us why the city is a new culinary hotspot.

Joey DeGrado

The First Thing You Should Know About Cooking With White Pepper

White pepper has a bright taste reminiscent of ginger and adds aromatic heat to many dishes, but it can also add an uncomfortable tickle to your sinuses.

Tšhegofatšo Ndabane

What Sets Vanilla Bean Paste Apart From Vanilla Extract?

If you want to make your baked goods or dessert really pop with strong vanilla flavor, you should reach for the vanilla bean paste rather than vanilla extract.

Joey Chestnut victorious at hot dog eating contest

Jennifer Waldera

What's Joey Chestnut's Record For Most Hot Dogs Eaten?

Since debuting on the food competition scene in 2005, Joey Chestnut has downed more than 1,200 hot dogs. This is his singular record, which happened in 2021.

Annie Epstein

The Steakhouse Red Flag Chefs Look Out For

To help customers judge if a steakhouse is worth it or not, Food Republic asked an expert to speak about an underrated red flag with major consequences.

Catherine Rickman

How Many Tea Bags To Use For The Absolute Best Sun Brewed Tea

Sun tea is a delicious summer tradition that helps to beat the heat, but to get the best ratio of tea bag to water, just how many tea bags should you use?

Jennifer Mathews

Win $400 Worth Of Omaha Steaks, Just In Time For Father's Day

Sign up for the Food Republic newsletter to enter to win the ultimate Father's Day gift: $400 worth of Omaha Steaks and a $100 Amazon voucher.

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

The Cut Of Meat Bobby Flay Uses When Making Salisbury Steak

Salisbury steak is normally made with ground beef, but Bobby Flay does it better with this higher-quality cut of meat, which also helps it bind together better.

Annie Epstein

How Strawberry Soda Became A Traditional Drink For Juneteenth

Juneteenth and red foods and drinks go hand in hand, which includes strawberry soda, but why? Well, red is heavily symbolic to West and Central Africa.

Louise Rhind-Tutt

The Easiest Way To Clean Grease Off A Grill

The most effective way to clean burnt-on food and grease from grill grates is already in your pantry, and you might not even need a wire brush to pull it off.

Coconut Girl ice cream cookie sandwiches

Khyati Dand

Coconut Girl: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

Francheska Yamsuan impressed the Sharks with the taste of Coconut Girl's dairy-free ice cream cookie sandwiches - but was she able to strike a deal?

Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

The Best Way To Reheat Leftover Burgers

Learn how to reheat every part of your burger, from the bun to the patty to the toppings, in an easy way that delivers much better results than the microwave.

Glass cup of Irish coffee with a cocktail jigger

Louise Rhind-Tutt

A Mixologist's Top Whiskey Choice For Irish Coffee

There are plenty of ways to make a stunning Irish coffee, but Chief Mixologist at Total Wine & More, Molly Horn, suggests keeping things classic.

Burgers, hot dogs, and watermelon slices on a table

Khyati Dand

The Best Fast Food Deals To Hit Up On Memorial Day

Just in time for the Memorial Day weekend, grab one of these deals available at your favorite fast food joints, like Shake Shack and White Castle.

Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

How Anthony Bourdain Picked His Travel Destinations For No Reservations

Anthony Bourdain's candid honesty and desire to continuously travel beyond his comfort zone made episodes of "No Reservations" incredibly noteworthy.

Jennifer Waldera

Splash Tequila Into Fruit Salad For A Bright, Boozy Burst Of Flavor

Here's a fun tip for your next adult dinner party - splash some tequila into your dessert fruit salad for a bright burst of flavor and added smokiness.

Sliced and mashed avocado on toast with half an avocado

Louise Rhind-Tutt

The Chef Tip To Prevent Your Cut Avocados From Browning

A pro chef tells Food Republic how to stop mashed or cut avocados from turning brown and mushy, so you can prep avocado toast and other dishes in advance.

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

The Conspiracy Theory Behind Aldi's Bacon Has Been Debunked

A bizarre rumor about the source of Aldi's bacon has caused horror and shock across social media, but we can set the record straight on this outlandish story.

Avery Tomaso

What Does Clean Wine Really Mean?

Clean wine is the idea that less processing is better, but this designation has no third-party verification or certification to support its claims.

Louise Rhind-Tutt

Tuna Salad On A Baked Potato Is The Delicious Topping The US Misses Out On

British foods are no stranger to the States, and the latest viral trend of adding tuna to a baked potato has proven just as delicious as it is surprising.

Catherine Rickman

The One Thing You Should Never Do When Grilling Chicken

No one wants burned (or worse, raw) chicken when they're grilling. To avoid catastrophe, or at least a spoiled dinner, make sure to not leave the grill lid up.

Joey DeGrado

Is Bacon The Same Thing As Pork Belly?

Bacon comes from pork belly, but they couldn't be more different. From how they're sold to how they're cooked and used in recipes, there are distinctions.

Sharon Rose

Adding A Sprinkle Of Salt To Watermelon Is A Long-Time Southern Tradition

There are many popular Southern traditions revolving around food, and adding a touch of salt to fresh watermelon is one that has recently gone viral.

Chef Tim Hollingsworth and English Pea Agnolotti

Lauren Bair

13 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Italian Pasta Dishes, According To Chef Tim Hollingsworth

Pasta can be a tricky thing to master. Here, chef Tim Hollingsworth, owner of Otium restaurant, gives us insight on the pasta mistakes to avoid.

Baby back pork ribs brushed with barbecue sauce

Louise Rhind-Tutt

Why Boiling Ribs Before Grilling Them Is A Game-Changer

No one wants dry ribs at the barbecue. To avoid misfortune and overly chewy meat, don't toss your ribs straight onto the grill. You should boil them first.

Louise Rhind-Tutt

The Best Way To Cook Bacon On The Grill Without Starting A Grease Fire

To get the most out of your barbecue, don't cook your bacon directly over an open flame. This leads to flare ups or losing bacon between the grills.

Emily M Alexander

Mason Jar Hacks To Take Your Dishes To The Next Level

If you look at mason jars and only see your next canning project, it's time to widen your horizons with new ways to use these handy tools in the kitchen.

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