Just about everyone in the U.S. has probably tried jerky at some point, but biltong is a different story. If you've tried it before, or gotten lucky enough to find it at a store, it might seem like the same thing as jerky, but while the two are similar, they're not exactly the same.
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Almond milk has become a trendy, dairy-free option for many who either prefer to avoid dairy or are simply looking to drink their coffee with an alternative that's either better or as good as traditional choices. But how does it stack up to other alternative milk options?
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There's a good chance you've probably encountered Usual Wines on Instagram thanks to its sleek and eye-catching packaging. That's certainly part of the reason why this wine brand has become so popular with millennials. But there's more to Usual wines than meets the glass.
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A rich and chocolatey brownie is taken to the level when topped with a scoop of ice cream. A walk through the Rome during the summer is made that much more beautiful with two scoops of gelato in hand. Although many consider the terms gelato and ice cream to be interchangeable, they are anything but.
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Despite the FDA's assurance that BHA is safe when consumed in reasonable amounts, there is, as Scientific American wrote, still a tendency for outlets to advise its readers against buying any products that use the substance. Here's why.
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There are some major discrepancies between authentic Mexican food and the American interpretation of the cuisine, including salsa. This is what the US gets wrong about Mexican salsa, from its ingredients to how it's used as a dip.
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Whether it's in your tea or grated into your meal, there are an incredible amount of health benefits of eating ginger. Eating ginger can reduce inflammation, help nausea, and even soothe menstrual cramps, as well as some other health advantages.
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Most spicy food lovers don't need to look at some scientific study to be convinced to pile on the hot sauce. Though, new research indicates that eating spicy foods like peppers can greatly reduce your risk of death from cardiovascular disease or cancer.
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Plantains are quite versatile. The heartiness of the plantain makes it perfect to make a sandwich called a jibarito, and if you have never had one, it is time to rectify that because they are quite tasty.
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Not all broccoli is created equal. Or rather, not all cooked broccoli is created equal. Two of the most popular methods of cooking broccoli are steaming (which uses heat to cook the veggie) and boiling (which uses hot water). Which one is better?
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One of the most absolutely polarizing foods, licorice rarely elicits a lukewarm response - you're likely to hear "ew!" or "I LOVE licorice" much more readily than "eh, it's okay." However, for the most part, Twizzlers aren't real licorice but more of a loose spinoff.
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Few people can resist the siren song of juicy, perfectly fried chicken nuggets. While there's nothing wrong with indulging your chicken nugget craving from time to time, too much of a good thing isn't always a good thing.
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If you've never heard of a Gin Rickey, then it's high time you have. While there are tons of gin cocktails out there that are incredibly popular, this is one vintage cocktail you need to start drinking now. It's so good, it might even dethrone the gin and tonic.
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Turkish red lentil soup (or mercimek corbasi) is one of the most popular soups in Turkish cuisine. In Turkish restaurants, this soup is often offered as an appetizer but it is satisfying enough to serve as a light dinner. Here's what makes it stand out.
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Call it a sauce, a dip, a spread - toum is basically the jack-of-all-trades of the condiment world. Toum is like mayonnaise without the eggs (yes - it's vegan!) and it's rather ubiquitous in Lebanese cuisine.
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Sifting flour can seem like a completely unnecessary step when you're baking. But it is actually worth the time and effort and can be important for that effort to succeed. In fact, failing to sift flour when a recipe calls for it can spell disaster.
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If you want to know what the difference is between tomato jam and ketchup, then you may have pondered the nuances of jelly and jam too. It just so happens that the two sets of condiments are different in similar ways.
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In 2016, there was certainly a lot happening in the world. But in early March, there was one current event that caught the attention of the Twitterverse. Whole Foods had recently started selling pre-peeled oranges in plastic containers for $6 a pop.
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American tacos are your typical taco night fare - they're known for having hard, crispy shells, and are usually filled with ground beef and piled high with toppings like lettuce, tomato, and shredded cheese. However, they're nothing like authentic Mexican tacos. Where did they come from?
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When it comes to sashimi, you really should slow your roll, according to award-winning food safety and nutrition expert Toby Amidor. In an interview with Mashed, she confirmed that sashimi is indeed as risky as it seems.
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While those of us who cook wouldn't think twice about preparing a chicken or turkey meal at home, we'd probably be a bit more hesitant if we were asked to consider preparing duck. We're guessing the hesitation could have something to do with the fact that ducks are just so greasy.
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Bologna is a classic cold cut. It did not achieve great popularity in the United States until around the 1920s. Bologna has been a staple in kids' lunches for decades, and we have the United States government to thank for that.
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Harry Styles just made history with his Vogue cover and in the interview, Styles admits that he likes to meditate, juice, and eat a certain type of way, which may come as a surprise to fans who thought they knew him.
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You might have heard a few weeks ago about large grocery retailers dropping a certain brands of coconut milk. The elimination of the product was based on an investigation that came from PETA that found the use of young monkeys who were trained and forced to climb trees to pick coconuts in Thailand.
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America likes to take things like tacos, pizza, and Chinese food (A. Whole. Country.) and alter them beyond recognition of where they originated, so much so you may not know what the original version is like. In the case of lasagna, it's far from the gluey artery-bomb we turn to on potluck nights.
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Americans love sushi, but they'd be in for a different experience in Japan. Here's how authentic sushi is different from the American version.
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Cheetos have to be one of the most popular snacks out there. It's hard not to love something so crispy-crunchy and cheesy. Cheetos also offers cheesy popcorn that brings all of the cheesy Cheetos flavor you crave to another classic snack.
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