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

The Nespresso Pod You Are, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Have you ever considered the Nespresso pod you'd be, based on your zodiac sign? Knowing it, you could sip on your sign's pod while you read your horoscope.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Butter-Basting Is Key For The Most Tender And Flavorful Fish

Got fish fillets? Try this quick and easy-to-master technique that results in a meal that is both tender and flavorful. All you need to do is grab the butter.

Cook /Molly Harris

The Best Way To Determine How Much Buttercream To Make For Your Cakes

If you've ever mixed and matched recipes to make a cake with a different frosting, you might not have had enough buttercream. So how much do you actually need?

Cook /John Tolley

What To Know Before You Use Cast Iron On An Electric Stove

Cast-iron pans are sturdy kitchen workhorses, but they are most commonly used on gas ranges or over open flames. How does an electric stove change things?

14 Best Spots For Bagels In Denver, According To A Former New Yorker

New York isn't the only state with great bagels. Check out the top spots offering hand-rolled, high-quality bagels and spreads in the Denver area.

Cook /Luna Regina

Follow This Essential Step To Save Yourself From Greasy Beef Enchiladas

Enchiladas are delicious, but it is all too easy for them to turn out unappetizingly soggy. You can nip this potential problem in the bud by draining the beef.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Your Cast-Iron Pan Will Revolutionize The Way You Reheat Pizza

Reheating pizza in the microwave can make for soggy, unappetizing leftovers, but with your cast-iron pan, it can taste almost as fresh as it was originally.

What To Know Before You Swap Pine Nuts For Peanuts In Pesto

Pine nuts are often thought of as essential for pesto, but it is possible to swap them out for other nuts or legumes and still achieve a strong end result.

Cook /Luna Regina

Ditch The Breadcrumbs When Making Meatloaf And Use A Salty Snack Instead

Even though breadcrumbs are an essential part of a successful meatloaf recipe, there are tastier alternatives that can serve the same function.

Drink /Sylvia Tomczak

Give Your Margarita An Herbal Boost With Sage Leaves

Although it might not be part of the traditional lineup of ingredients for a margarita, sage heightens complexity and brings balance to the co*cktail.

11 Types Of French Bread, Explained

What nation is more synonymous with bread then France? With an important attachment to the foodstuff, these are the top French breads you should know.

Cook /Luna Regina

Is It Dangerous To Cook With Hot Tap Water Instead Of Cold?

Using the hot water tap to get a jump start when boiling water seems like a clever shortcut, but there's an unexpected downside that is better avoided.

Lillet Blanc Is The Fortified Wine That Gives Your Gin co*cktails A Floral Touch

If you're asking "What is Lillet Blanc?," we're here to help. This fortified wine adds a unique floral flavor to co*cktails and pairs especially well with gin.

This Is Why Your Dish Unexpectedly Broke In The Microwave

A dropped plate shattering makes sense, but a perfectly good bowl exploding out of the blue in the microwave can leave you searching for the reason why.

Cook /Nikita Ephanov

Consider Brandy As A Substitute For Bourbon In Your Next Bake

Both bourbon and brandy are sweet and barrel-aged, so if you need a replacement in your bourbon baking recipe, consider reaching for the brandy.

Cook /Brandon Rich

Famed Butcher Dario Cecchini's Secret For Preparing Beef Shank - Exclusive

Dario Cecchini isn't one for common advice. He's bucked convention many times over his career, having led a tail-to-nose cooking movement for decades.

News /Austin Havens-Bowen

Starbucks Launches New Line Of Merch Inspired By The Return Of Spring

If you're not just a fan of seasonal Starbucks drink offerings, but also love to get your hands on new branded merchandise, it's time to get excited.

Cook /Catherine Nyorani

The Trick To Making The Juiciest Meatballs Simply Comes Down To Fat

There are tons of meatball recipes out there that switch things up and introduce new ingredients, but flavors aside, the other key factors are moisture and fat.

News /Austin Havens-Bowen

Starbucks Drops A New, Caffeine-Free Lavender Oat Milk Iced Drink

Lavender is one flavor that has been going over well at Starbucks this season, and the coffee chain is now offering something tasty without the caffeine buzz.

Drink /Elizabeth Okosun

The Simple Trick For Brewing Multiple Bags Of Iced Tea With Ease

Making a good, strong batch of flavorful iced tea typically requires many tea bags, which can be a hassle. Use this easy trick to keep your tea brew in order.

Cook /Molly Harris

Is Banana Cream Pie Best Served Chilled Or Frozen?

Banana cream pie is a great combination of pastry and custard - but is it better served chilled or frozen? Straight from the freezer or thawed in the fridge?

14 Best Spots For Pizza In Denver, According To A Local

Denver boasts its fair share of great pizza restaurants. Check out some of the top places you need to try the next time you're in the Mile High City.

Cook /Javaria Akbar

The Downside Of Having A Nespresso Vertuo Machine If You Prefer More Choices

If you're looking for more freedom with your coffee choices, you may want to reconsider if you plan on purchasing a Nespresso Vertuo machine.

The Clever Way To Use Your Cast Iron Skillet To Keep Dishes Warm On The Stovetop

Cast iron skillets are good for keeping your dishes warm, too - this clever use for the cookware has you layering pots inside of it to keep food warmer longer.

The History Behind Bananas Foster And The Person It's Named For

Bananas Foster has become a dessert staple since its inception in the mid-20th century - but who is it named after? The story is... bananas!

Cook /Kirsten Nunez

15 Egg Salad Dishes From Around The World

Egg salad can be delicious, but it can also be monotonous. Try making one of these dishes from around the world to enjoy some truly exotic egg salad.

Cook /Sylvia Tomczak

Dragon Fruit Is The Unexpected Pairing Your Fish Needs

Citrus may be what you're used to, but next time take a more tropical approach when matching fruit with your fish filets and try dragon fruit instead.

Cook /Elizabeth Okosun

The Nut Butter Trick You Need For No-Soak Milk

If you've been trying to make your own nut milk at home, you know that any way you slice it, it's a tedious process. Well, this hack is for you!

Cook /Javaria Akbar

Add Butter To Your Rice Cooker For Fluffy Rice Every Time

Tired of mushy and dense rice? Adding butter to your rice cooker before prep is the solution you've been looking for. Is there anything butter can't fix?