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

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Choose Bolder Cheese Options When Adding Rice Crackers To Your Charcuterie Board

Rice crackers can be added to trays of cheese and accouterments. Plain, neutral crisps provide an ideal platform for other more flavorful ingredients to shine.

10 Popular Indian Restaurants In Chicago, Ranked

There's plenty of choice when it comes to Indian restaurants in Chicago, but how do you know where the good ones are? Our writer shares the top spots to try.

Cook /Wendy Leigh

The Special Salt That Makes Movie Theater Popcorn So Delicious

Movie theater popcorn has an almost inimitable quality. Maybe you won't believe it's not butter that makes the snack stand out, but salt plays a major role.

Macallan Teams Up With Bentley Motors For A $50k Single Malt Whisky

In one of the more unique collaborations, The Macallan and Bentley Motors joined forces to create The Macallan Horizon, a scotch whisky with a hefty price tag.

The Best Way To Store Leftover Ramen For Later

There may be a point when you find yourself with leftover ramen noodles and uncertain if you can store them for future use. The answer is, yes, you can.

The At-Home Trick You Can Use To Upgrade Cheap Vodka

You want to know this clever trick for turning a cheap bottle of vodka into a flavorful co*cktail component worthy of any high-end mixologist's menu.

Smoked Ice Cubes Are The Subtle Way To Add Bold Flavor To Your Drinks

What is this chilly novelty? A smoked ice cube is water that has been infused with smoke from wood chips that are burned on a grill or in a smoker.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

The Easy, 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Mousse You Don't Want To Miss Out On

The treat can be enjoyed as a standalone star or be served alongside slices of pie or chocolate tortes for a dessert that looks just as impressive as it tastes.

Review: Starbucks' Luck Of The Matcha Frappuccino Is A Sweet Treat For St. Patrick's Day

For St. Patrick's Day 2024, Starbucks is offering its new Luck of the Matcha Crème Frappuccino. We review this blended treat, without any blarney.

Drink /Lucia Capretti

Avoid These 12 Mistakes When Shopping For A Bottle Of Wine

Endless aisles of wine bottles can be daunting, especially when buying for a special occasion. So, we've done the work to help you avoid these 12 mistakes.

The Advantages Of Cooking With Seedless Lemons

If you happen to need lemons next time you're cooking up something in the kitchen, try the seedless kind; they can help prevent certain hassles.

Cook /Helena Nichols

Priyanka Naik's Clever Way To Use Onion Peels In The Kitchen - Exclusive

With the ever-climbing price of food, vegan and sustainable food chef Priyanka Naik wants you to reconsider tossing out your onion peels.

Why Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Food Destination In The World Is Laos

Gordon Ramsay explained that traveling around the world to sample different kinds of foods challenges his palate, but Laos particularly sticks out in his mind.

Cook /Emma Segrest

Le Creuset At IHS 2024: What To Expect From The Massive Cookware Brand

The Inspired Home Show 2024 will showcase a range of Le Creuset's tried-and-true favorites, plus a brand new outdoor cookware line, and more.

Cook /Danielle Turner

Why Italian Cheese Formai De Mut Tastes Different Every Time It's Made, According To An Expert

In a country with some of the best cheese in the world, Formai de Mut stands out. We interview an expert to learn about this amazing Italian cheese.

Cook /Julia Holland

Add Eggs To Leftover Chinese Food For An Upgraded Breakfast Frittata

The beauty of a frittata is that it serves as a versatile and robust canvas that can take on any ingredients that you throw at it, including leftovers.

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 /Elizabeth Okosun

Add Tomatoes To Classic Instant Ramen For A Bright Burst Of Flavor

Instant ramen can always stand for some improvement, and while green onions or bok choy may be your first choices, tomatoes deserve a spot on your list.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?