Tasting Table | Food, Restaurants, Reviews, Recipes, Cooking Tips (2024)

What To Avoid When Buying Asparagus At The Grocery Store

Asparagus goes bad quickly - so quickly that it might even be bad before you take it home from the grocery store. Here's how to avoid that pitfall.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Costco Fans Have A Savory Use For The Chain's New Morning Buns

Your standard boring breakfast sandwich is about to get a sweet and citrus-zesty makeover, thanks to the ingenious ideas of Costco's biggest fans.

The Expert-Approved Etiquette Tip You Should Follow When Sending Food Back At A Restaurant

Sometimes, it's necessary to send a dish back at a restaurant, but it's best to follow proper etiquette and ensure you aren't sending it back for a bad reason.

Cook /Sara Klimek

The Best And Worst Breads For Making French Toast

If you're looking to make the best batch of French toast but unsure which types of bread to use or avoid, here are the best and worst breads for French toast.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Swap In Udon Noodles For An Asian-Fusion Carbonara

When your standard weekly meals start to feel boring, it's time to switch things up with new textures and flavors. Here's an easy way to do that tonight!

Cook /John Tolley

Give Your Tofu The Flavors Of Crab With The Right Seasoning

The blank canvas that is tofu needs the right seasonings to bring it to life. Here are the blends that can help approximate the flavors of crab.

Cook /Matthew Spina

The 3 Ingredient Additions To Make Bottled BBQ Sauce Sweeter And Stickier

Bottled barbecue sauce can get the job done but it lacks the personalized flair associated with good BBQ. When upgrading store-bought sauce, you have options.

16 Facts You Need To Know About Cinnamon

Cinnamon is one of the world's most popular spices, but it still retains an air of mystery. We're here with 16 fascinating facts about the beloved ingredient.

British Bistro Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast Recipe

Elevate your avocado toast with silky smoked salmon, creamy crème fraîche, and crispy toppings for a filling and nutritious brunch dish in less than 15 minutes.

Ina Garten's Easy Trick For Tastier Dried Fruit In Oatmeal

The beauty of oatmeal lies in its ability to be customized - and if your heart desires dried fruit, you go for it! Use Ina Garten's tip for best results.

Cook /Elizabeth Okosun

The Sweet Addition To Give Taco Beef More Depth Of Flavor

When it's taco night at your house, be sure to get your recipe just right by balancing the savoriness of your meat with a hint of sweetness.

Cook /Elettra Pauletto

10 Hacks That Will Help Ripen Fruit Much Faster

Waiting for your favorite fruit to naturally ripen can take days. But if you're in a bind, these hacks can help quicken this process.

Drink /Michelle Welsch

The Real Reason Some Martinis Are Stirred, Not Shaken

We've all heard the classic James Bond adage of "Shaken, not stirred" - but what separates the two from one another? Turns out, it goes beyond just preference.

Cook /Matthew Spina

The Difference Between Sugar And Snickerdoodle Cookies

At first glance, sugar cookies and snickerdoodles might seem similar - but, believe it or not, the differences between the two extend past adding cinnamon.

Cook /Luna Regina

The Mayo Swap That Will Give Pasta Salad A Fresh, Herbal Upgrade

Pasta salad is so popular that it can become ubiquitous, and (dare we say it) dull. Liven things up with this easy mayo swap next time you're making one.

Culture /September Grace Mahino

The Chinese Origins Of Mapo Tofu

Known for possessing a heat that tingles the mouth, mapo tofu has built a reputation as one of the most popular Sichuan dishes.

Cook /Javaria Akbar

The Microwave Trick For Storing Curry Leaves Far Longer

Curry leaves are versatile, so it's easy to run into an abundance of them. With this microwave trick, however, you can prolong your curry leaves' shelf life.

Cook /Catherine Nyorani

How A Little Patience Will Set Your Meatballs Apart From The Rest

Your recipe is cooked and the kitchen and house are full of the deeply satisfying aromas of the delicious meal that awaits ... but is it really time to eat yet?

Thailand's Moo Yong Sandwich Makes Pork Floss The Star

Popular in Thailand and across south-east Asia, fluffy pork floss sandwiches are now making their way onto the TikToks of social media influencers everywhere.

Cook /Sylvia Tomczak

How To Thaw Frozen Wonton Wrappers Without Drying Them Out

It's fun to try new things in the kitchen like learning how to make wontons, but those wrappers can be tricky to handle without a few tips.

Cook /Nikki Munoz

Elevate Pimento Cheese Like A Southerner With A Simple Tangy Addition

With roots in Southern cuisine, pimento cheese is a culinary marvel. But surprisingly, you can take that bursting flavor further with some common ingredients.

The Sweet Peanut Butter Swap For Unbelievably Delicious Buckeyes

Chocolate-dipped, peanut butter-filled Buckeyes are a beloved confection, but try this alternative filling idea to take them to entirely new flavor territory.

Banana And Maple Walnut Waffles Recipe

Your Saturday morning breakfast routine just got a whole lot more exciting thanks to these banana and maple walnut waffles.

The Simple Way To Instantly Fix A Weak Cup Of Coffee

If you happen to make a cup of coffee that's not up to scratch in terms of strength, we've got a super simple trick that will repair the damage in an instant.

Cook /Javaria Akbar

Add Some Tang To Tuna Noodle Casserole With A Dollop Of Sour Cream

Sour cream adds a delicious layer of tangy flavor to a rich tuna noodle casserole, upgrading the family-friendly dish to slightly more sophisticated.

News /Wendy Leigh

Why David Chang Was Challenged To A Blind Taste Of 'Chili Crunch' Sauces

David Chang and his Momof*cku empire have left a bad taste in the mouths of some members of the restaurant world. In response, he was challenged to a taste test.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Boost Your Store-Bought Hummus' Flavor With An All-In-One Seasoning

Dressing up store-bought hummus with a dash of everything bagel makes it extra tasty and worth a place on a party table, too. No need to stop there, either.

10 Tostitos Tortilla Chip Styles, Ranked Worst To Best

With its wide variety of tortilla chip types, the Tostitos brand caters to any occasion. We tried and ranked an assortment of the most popular varieties.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Why You Need To Be Gentle When Working With Your Sourdough

If you've gone to the considerable trouble of making delicious homemade sourdough bread, don't spoil it by being too violent with your beautiful dough.