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If you're a casual joe drinker and not a coffee connoisseur, espresso and ristretto might sound like the same thing. The difference, though, is in the brewing.
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How To Cut A Grapefruit Without Ending Up In The ER
Cutting the thick peel of a juicy grapefruit with a knife can be a daunting task. Luckily, there are safe, simple methods to cut into the citrus fruit. -
Angel Hair Pasta Is Best Served In A Lighter Sauce
If you're looking for a light pasta, angel hair is the way to go, but if you drown it in heavy sauce, you get a mushy mess. Here are some tips for light sauce. -
What's Actually In McDonald's Fruit Smoothies?
McDonald's smoothies might be some of the healthiest options on its menu, but some people have their doubts. Here's how these fruit-flavored treats are made. -
Vegan Buttercream Doesn't Have To Be Bland
Buttercream gets its flavor from, of course, butter, but is there a dairy-free version that tastes just as good? Here's how to elevate vegan buttercream. -
Ice Cream Is The Perfectly Cool Contrast To Grilled Peaches
Looking for a blissful, decadent end-of-summer dessert? Vanilla ice cream on ripe grilled peaches is a scrumptious contrast of smoky and sweet. -
Tired Of Ice Cream Floats? Make One With Sherbet
There are few things more refreshing than a root beer or orange soda float on a hot day, but if you want to change things up, swap the ice cream for sherbet. -
The Worst Time Of Week To Go To Trader Joe's
The ever popular Trader Joe's makes for some stressful shopping if you want to avoid crowds. See when the worst time of the the to go to Trader Joe's is. -
The Inside Of A Coffee Pod Is Low-Key Disappointing
Coffee pods have revolutionized how people prepare their morning cup of Joe. Nevertheless, the insides of these java miracles are a little underwhelming. -
Costco Is A One-Stop Shop For Your Road Trip
Costco seems like the one-stop shop for every possible need, and you could even plan your road trip around the discount store deals that Costco offers. -
Why Trader Joe's Will Never Have Self-Checkout
Self-checkout stations are a common fixture at most grocery stores, but there's a specific reason that Trader Joe's remains a holdout on the trend. -
Should You Tamp Coffee Grinds When Using A Moka Pot?
A moka pot is a great, quick way to make café-quality coffee at home, but there's much debate around whether or not you should tamp your beans before brewing. -
Tired Of Watered-Down Cold Brew? Try Coffee Ice Cubes
Adding coffee ice cubes to your iced coffee or cold brew can prevent your drink from tasting too weak or bitter. Try making coffee ice cubes at home. -
Why Fast Food Chains Charge So Little To Upgrade Sizes
Paying a few cents to upgrade your fries or drink at a fast food chain may feel like an absolute steal, but restaurant chains are still coming out ahead. -
TikTok's Viral Lasagna Soup Has Us Feeling Cozy
Lasagna is a classic comfort food that's perfect for feeling cozy, but it's tedious to make. The answer is making TikTok's viral lasagna soup in just one pot. -
We Couldn't Help But Wonder: Is Loose Tea Allowed On A Plane?
Determining what you can and can't bring on an airplane can be confusing. Luckily, your dried tea products are usually allowed - with a few considerations. -
How To Choose The Best Ground Turkey For You At The Grocery Store
Picking out a pack of ground turkey might seem like a simple task, depending on the fat content - and recipe you're making - you might be buying the wrong kind. -
Save The Marinade Until After You Cook Tofu
It's common to marinate tofu before cooking it. However, saving your marinade for the end will actually help make your tofu crispier and more flavorful. -
The Easy Trick To Hiding Veggies In Your Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food, but picky eaters make adding veggies a challenge. Here's the quick and easy way to hide nutritious veggies. -
The Simple Hack To Make Homemade Vegan Sour Cream
Vegan sour cream calls for cashews soaked in water. It can take hours to get the right consistency, but you can speed up the soaking process by using hot water. -
How Chicken Became The Most Popular Meat In The World
Outpacing beef, pork, and fish, beloved chicken crossed the road to become the world's favorite protein, and reasons for this humble bird's supremacy are clear. -
Where Chick-Fil-A Sources Its Coffee From
Chick-fil-A's famous chicken sandwich is a fan-favorite with a loyal following, but did you know the chain puts just as much care into its coffee? -
The Popular Brands Behind Trader Joe's Creamy Hummus
You may think Trader Joe's has the best hummus, but would you believe it comes from other companies? Here's the top secret info on from where that hummus hails. -
The Trick To Make Sure Your McDonald's Sandwich Is Always Hot And Fresh
When a carving for McDonald's hits, nothing else will satisfy. However, getting that Big Mac and fires fresh isn't guaranteed - unless you use this hack. -
How To Eat At An Amusement Park Without Getting Sick On The Rides
Amusement parks are a great source of adrenaline, but all that excitement can make your stomach flip. Find out how to eat to avoid getting sick on the rides. -
You Should Be Getting Your Tomato Sandwiches Out Of A Mayo Rut
Tomato sandwiches shine because of their simplicity, but if you're tired of the same-old, same-old, you should break this humble handheld out of its mayo rut. -
Krispy Kreme's New Lineup Proves Pumpkin Spice Season Creep Is Real
Autumn is over a month away, but pumpkin spice season is arriving earlier that ever. Today marks the beginning, with Krispy Kreme's launch of its fall lineup.