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

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

For Juicy And Crispy Ham Steaks, A Quick Pan Sear Is The Best Method

Ham steak may be a less familiar cut of meat, but it's worth a spot on your weekly rotation if you want something crispy, juicy, and easy to cook.

Why Higher Priced Wines May Not Always Be The Best Choice, According To An Expert

The price of wine can vary widely from just a couple of dollars to hundreds if not more. Top-shelf picks aren't always the best choice or even the best quality.

Drink /Austin Havens-Bowen

The Proper Way To Store Your Bottles Of Triple Sec

Bartenders and amateur mixologists alike use triple sec for its sweet citrusy kick, but a little goes a long way and you're bound to have some leftover.

Cook /Autumn Swiers

Why MSG Is The Crucial Ingredient For Copycat Kewpie Mayo

Rich in flavor and endlessly creamy, Kewpie mayo is a Japanese staple. To make your own copycat version, MSG is an essential ingredient for getting extra umami.

The Simple Nespresso Tip To Get More Bang For Your Buck With Every Order

Once you get deep into the coffee world, it can pay to take advantage of tips and tricks to save money while maximizing the flavors you get to experience.

15 Iconic Pastrami Sandwiches From Across The US

The U.S. is home to some of the best pastrami sandwiches known to humankind. But, how to choose? Well, we've done the work and compiled this list of the top 15.

Cook /Matthew Spina

Science Says You Can't Cream Sugar With Melted Butter

When a recipe says to cream together sugar and room-temperature butter, it might be natural to assume that melted butter would work too, but that isn't true.

The Bourbon Brand You Are, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

There are hundreds of different brands of bourbon, it can get overwhelming to choose your next one. So let the alignment of the stars make the decision for you.

Cook /Jennifer Richmond

Irish Soda Bread Is The Key To The Perfect St. Patrick's Day Sandwich, According To Jeff Mauro - Exclusive

Jeff Mauro told us his ultimate St. Patrick's Day sandwich would be piled high with Guinness-braised beef on two slices of Irish soda bread.

It's Time To Use That Sourdough Starter For Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

It's time to use that sourdough starter or discard as an ingredient to upgrade your chocolate chip cookies. Find out why and how to add this pandemic staple.

Flat 7UP Is The Unusual Drink That Can Cure Your St. Patrick's Day Hangover

With St. Patrick's Day coming, it's time to start preparing for any drinking you might do. And according to Irish lore, that means having some flat 7UP on hand.

Transform Your Chocolate Easter Bunny Into A Decadent Shot Glass

Rather than letting it go to waste as decoration or eating it plain, why not craft a delicious, edible shot glass out of your Easter bunny this year?

Mellow Out Tennessee Onions' Intense Flavor With A Squeeze Of Lemon

If you're making the onion-overload that is a a Tennesse Onions casserole, it's easy for the dish to wind up too pungent. Luckily, that's easy to counteract.

Cook /Crawford Smith

How Nobu Matsuhisa Picks The Best Fish For Sushi - Exclusive

Nobu Matsuhisa was asked how to find the best fish for making sushi at home, and he said it was all a matter of freshness and quality ingredients.

Cook /Elizabeth Okosun

Turns Out That Jerky Is What Your Soup Has Been Missing

Got jerky? Why not use it as a savory addition to your next batch of soup? Make your own or buy it from the store to add an umami burst and some crunch.

News /Matthew Spina

Starbucks' St. Patrick's Day Drink Puts A Caramel Twist On The Matcha Crème Frappuccino

St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner and this year the people at Starbucks have come up with a seasonal specialty drink you don't want to miss.

Cook /Luna Regina

Egg Yolk Is The Single Ingredient That Separates Chiffon Cake From Angel Food

Imagine that two cakes are set on the table. One is chiffon cake, the other is angel food. If asked to point out which is which, you may say they're the same.

Cook /Carmen Varner

17 Best Ingredients To Stuff French Toast With

We'll dive into some of the best ingredients to stuff French toast with when you want delicious ways to mix up how you do breakfast, or even dinner.

Cook /Sylvia Tomczak

The Sauteing Mistake You're Making With Riced Cauliflower

It's a delicate dance when preparing riced cauliflower. If you're sauteing it, there's one mistake you want to avoid, and it all has to do with time.

Cook /Jaimie Mackey

Why Turkey Is A Cornerstone Of Texas BBQ - Exclusive

Turkey isn't just for Thanksgiving and smoked turkey isn't just for sandwiches. Turkey is at home on the menu at Texas barbecue joints year-round.

Cook /Julia Holland

Swap Cooking Oil With Cocoa Butter For A High-Heat Saute

Fats are an important part of the cooking process, but they aren't all created equally. Cocoa butter's high smoke point makes it valuable for high-heat dishes.

Cook /Fred Decker

11 Hacks That Will Make Separating Eggs So Much Easier

For most of us, cooking and baking means that, well, sooner or later, we'll need to separate eggs. Here are some very creative and easy ways to do so.

Cook /Simone Gerber

Give Your Caesar Salad A Crunchy Texture Upgrade With Toasted Breadcrumbs

A great salad integrates many different flavors and textures. Toasted breadcrumbs should be among those ingredients you are tossing in to your next Caesar.

Drink /Courtney Brandt

Does Costco Sell Nespresso Pods?

Nespresso machines are hugely popular both for their high-quality coffee and convenience. But can you buy compatible pods in bulk at Costco?

Cook /Javaria Akbar

Use Miso To Elevate Your Next Batch Of Potato Salad

If you're looking to take your potato salad to the next level, consider adding miso. With intense umami flavor, miso packs quite a meaty punch.

Prevent Your Leftover Pasta From Sticking Together With An Oily Trick

Starch - it's what makes pasta taste so good, but it can also be your dish's downfall. To avoid sticky pasta and ruined leftovers, this oily trick will help.

6 Celebrity Chef Frozen Meal Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

Frozen meals made by celebrity chefs can be pretty hit or miss. Let's see which celebrity meals deserve to come home with you, and which should remain on ice.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Pineapple Complements The Rich Flavor Of Chicken Al Pastor

It's not just a delicious flavor combination; pineapples contain an enzyme that breaks down protein and tenderizes chicken while it absorbs the sweetness.

Cook /Julia Holland

Ina Garten Pairs Warm Dates With Blue Cheese For A Savory Starter

Leave it to the Barefoot Contessa to take three simple ingredients and create a delicious and refined, yet easy-to-make, starter that everyone will enjoy.