10 Best Substitutes For Sweet Paprika
Should you find the paprika bottle empty, there are several alternative options you can use in place of the spice.
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Why You Should Never Put Vodka In The Freezer
One of the first things you learned about the freezer as a kid is that it wasn't a good idea to put any kind of beverage in there, lest you'd get a bursting-open can, big mess, and yelling mom. But what about one you're an adult? Doesn't vodka belong in the freezer? It turns out the answer is no.
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The Huge Change Coming To Costco Food Courts
Costco has something of a cult following. Everyone from high schoolers, bartenders, and parents love the big box store and have been found to wax-poetic on Kirkland Signature products from time to time. But one major change is heading for one of the most beloved corners of stores: the food court.
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The Real Reason Some Sugar Isn't Vegan
Not that anyone's encouraging you to eat more sugar, but, let's face it, sometimes you just need some baked goods in your life. Unfortunately, vegans must conquer an extra layer of concern around the sugar they're buying and consuming. Why is that?
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The Truth About The Halal Guys Famous White Sauce
The Halal Guys, a food cart that has served New York City for over 25 years, is famous for its secret white sauce used over platters of lamb, chicken, and rice. People have been trying to get the recipe for decades to no avail.
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The Truth About Black Garlic
Garlic is a pretty great ingredient on its own that can add some real flavor and aroma to countless dishes. That said, there's a way to make regular ol' garlic, as great as it is, even better -- make it black.
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How Much Money Do Food Truck Owners Typically Make?
Food trucks have been around for decades, but at the moment, they're most definitely one of the cool kids on the block in American food culture. How much can a food truck owner expect to make?
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Ginger
Ginger is often used in baking and cooking. Whether you're reaching for the spice jar to make salad dressing, spice up sautéed vegetables, or to add a dash to a golden milk latte, there are plenty of substitutes in the spice rack that are suitable alternatives.
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Why Is Kobe Beef So Expensive?
If you want to purchase real-deal Kobe beef in the U.S. — well, good luck with that, there are only 36 restaurants in the nation that are authorized by the Kobe Beef Marketing & Distribution Promotion Association to even sell the stuff. Why is it so expensive?
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Can You Safely Eat Kiwi Skin?
Kiwis are one of those fruits we love to hate. Inside you'll find a juicy green fruit full of sweetness. Outside is a fuzzy layer of thin skin that seems almost impossible to peel off. Why not just eat kiwis with the skin on? It would definitely make life easier, but is it safe?
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The Real Reason You Can't Get McDonald's Shamrock Shake Year-Round
It's something that happens every year, just after Valentine's Day, and goes on for about a month, up until St. Patrick's Day — that most wonderful time of the year according to certain McDonald's frozen beverage aficionados — Shamrock Shake season!
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Can You Freeze Basil?
We've all been there — you find a recipe you're really excited about and the last ingredient on the list is fresh basil. Easy enough to source, but with herbs a little goes a long way. So what's the best way to freeze all that leftover basil?
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Coca-Cola Energy: What You Should Know Before You Drink One
Coca-Cola Energy, is the company's first Coke-branded non-soda drink, was quietly released in January prior to its grand public launch via Super Bowl promotions and a commercial that ran during the big game. What's it all about?
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Why You Should Never Put Tequila In The Freezer
Tequila is one of those liquors where people seem to fall into one of two camps — either they like it, or they hate it. For those of you out there who consider yourselves fans of this Mexican spirit, knowing how to go about storing tequila is of paramount importance.
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Why Are Pine Nuts So Expensive?
They are best known for their role in a summery pesto with basil, garlic, a good olive oil, and parmesan cheese. Why is the tasty pine nut so expensive, though?
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The Gross Ingredient You Never Knew Was In Your Peanut Butter
Peanut butter, with or without jelly, is like the universal taste of childhood. Whether you like your peanut butter sweet or savory, smooth or chunky, there's one thing you probably don't like — or expect — with peanut butter, which is something you probably never expected.
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What's The Real Difference Between Pancetta And Prosciutto?
Pancetta and prosciutto are both cured meats, both pork products, both Italian, and both even start with the letter 'p.' Confusing! No wonder they're frequently mistaken for one another. Are they, in fact, the same thing, or at least similar enough so as to make them interchangeable?
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How Does In-N-Out Cook Its Fries?
When it comes to California-based burger chains, In-N-Out reigns supreme. Burger fans have been flocking to its locations for their popular burgers and shakes. In-N-Out's menu hacks have become a must for many of the chain's regulars -- especially when it comes to the fries.
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Here's How Fast Matt Stonie Can Eat A McDonald's Happy Meal
How fast do you eat a Happy Meal? Watch and learn from the champ, YouTuber and competitive eater Matt Stonie.
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The Truth About French Tacos
Talk about crossing cultures — the French taco combines a dizzying array of ingredient influences in its overstuffed tortilla casing.
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What Is Scrapple Actually Made Out Of?
Maybe scrapple isn't quite as weird as other strange morning meals from around the world like Britain's blood-based black pudding, but scrapple is still one of the stranger breakfast meats you'd ever want to eat... or perhaps not eat, at least after you find out what it's made from.
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What's The Real Difference Between Cilantro And Coriander?
Cilantro and coriander — sometimes the names seem to be used interchangeably, but are they actually the same thing? Or are they two separate herbs? Well, the answer is no — but also no.
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Why You Should Never Put Whiskey In The Freezer
Some drinks can be kept in the freezer. Water, for example, can be frozen to make ice cubes, or to stay cold longer once you take it out, particularly in the summer. On the other hand, there are some drinks you should never put in the freezer. Whiskey is one that should never be put in the freezer.
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Why Does The Durian Fruit Smell So Bad?
There is no fruit quite like the durian, which has the appeal to entice even as it repulses. Why does it smell so bad?
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How Long Dried Herbs And Spices Really Last
Unless some kind of herb-or-spice-eating bug gets into a jar, some of our spices look like they might have a long shelf life. But not only is this not the case, some culinary experts think that dried herbs and spices actually begin to lose their strength as soon as you buy them.
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Why Is Bluefin Tuna So Expensive?
Canned tuna isn't exactly an expensive fish, which is probably why it's been such a staple of sack lunches for decades. Order up some bluefin tuna at a sushi restaurant, however, and you'll almost certainly be paying a pretty penny. Why is it so pricey?
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This Is What's Really In American Cheese
What's orange, comes individually wrapped in plastic or shaved off a block at the deli counter, and tastes like heaven on a burger or in a grilled cheese sandwich? American cheese. What's really in these square orange-y slices, though, and is it even real cheese?
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