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

Cook /Stephanie Maida

Crisp Up Leftover Bagels With Olive Oil And Your Favorite Herbs

what's a bagel lover to do to save them from the trash? There's an easy way to extend the life of your leftover bagels: Simply turn them into bagel crisps.

Cook /Julia Holland

Chipotles In Adobo Is The Smoky Ingredient To Take Your Tacos To The Next Level

Tacos remain atop the food mountain of versatility. While you may fill your taco with the occasional jalapeno, chipotles in adobo give your taco an extra kick.

Why You Shouldn't Rely On The Wet Knife Hack For Tear-Free Onions

Lots of people have a solution when asked how to chop onions without crying. But we're here to tell you why you should avoid the wet knife hack.

For Thick And Creamy Gravy, Add In A Dollop Of Sour Cream

If you find it looks more like soup than a sauce, don't panic. There's a simple way to thicken runny gravy and it involves incorporating a dollop of sour cream.

News /Matthew Spina

Highlights From Wolfgang Puck's 2024 Oscars Governors Ball Menu

Catering to thousands of the industry's biggest players, the Governor's Ball is known not just for luxury, but also its Wolfgang Puck's array of food choices.

Cook /Helena Nichols

Easy Ways To Reduce Food Waste In The Kitchen, According To Priyanka Naik - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview, Food Network chef Priyanka Naik told us the easiest ways to reduce food waste and why she feels so passionately about it.

Why You Should Keep Nescafé Instant Coffee Out Of Your Shopping Cart

For the time-strapped, instant coffee provides a quick and easy reprieve from complicated coffee prep - but you may want to steer clear of Nescafé in this case.

14 Best Bars In Chicago To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Whether you want to slam green beers steps from the emerald river or sip a Guinness farther away, here are the bars to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Chicago.

The Love Is Blind Season 6 Drinking Game For Your Reunion Watch Party

"Love Is Blind" Season 6 has come to a close, but we still have the March 13th reunion to look forward to. So, get ready to play along with our drinking game!

John F. Kennedy's Favorite Fish Chowder Featured Salt Pork And Haddock

When looking back, the favorite foods of past presidents run the gamut - from chili to squirrel stew. JFK's favorite meal, however, paid tribute to his roots.

Carla Hall's Views On How Popular Dishes Often Come From Necessity - Exclusive

While tracing the journey of innovation that led to the creation of many foods, Carl Hall comes to the conclusion that 'necessity is the mother of invention.'

Cook /Luna Regina

Give Grits A Splash Of Worcestershire Sauce To Round Out The Flavor

Just add a splash of Worcestershire sauce and let the transformed flavors give you a brand new appreciation for this humble corn porridge known as grits.

16 Chicken And Potato Recipes We Can't Get Enough Of

From pot pie to jambalaya, our best chicken and potato recipes will ensure that dinner is on the table without the hassle of making several recipes for a meal.

Cook /Julia Holland

Swap Italian Dressing With Balsamic Vinegar For A Richer Pasta Salad

The right dressing can really make or break the success of a pasta salad. To guarantee sterling results every time, reach for a bottle of balsamic vinegar.

Cook /Wendy Leigh

What Is A Salt Pig And Why Should You Use It Instead Of A Shaker?

The term salt pig might give you pause, but this countertop salt vessel isn't as odd as the name makes it sounds, and you might want to add one to your kitchen.

Bourbon Is The Unexpected Drink You Should Pair With Meaty Lasagna

Bourbon might not be the first alcoholic beverage you reach for when you need a pairing for a classic Italian dinner, but it's the perfect match for lasagna.

How Julia Child Continues To Influence Bobby Flay In His New French Brasserie - Exclusive

Bobby Flay opened his foray into French cuisine, Brasserie B in Las Vegas, as an ode to the food of Paris. And Julia Child's influence can be seen on the menu.

Cook /Elettra Pauletto

17 Sandwich Hacks That'll Make Lunch Time Easier

Infinitely customizable and perfect for bringing on the go, sandwiches may be the ideal food. Here are some hacks to make an already great dish even better.

Cook /Luna Regina

Why You Should Soak Brown Rice

Brown rice boasts a unique texture and nutritional profile compared to its white counterpart. Soaking your brown rice, in turn, plays up to these factors.

How To Simplify Peanut Sauce Down To 3 Ingredients

Making peanut sauce is tricky. You have to optimize flavor while ensuring the perfect texture. Luckily, you really just need three core ingredients to do it.

This Is Who Really Makes Costco's Kirkland Brand Wine

Due to the superstore's longtime relationships with winemakers and importers around the globe, Costco has been able to secure some pretty cut-rate contracts.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

A Drizzle Of Truffle Oil Will Take Your Oven-Baked Fries Up A Notch

Truffle fries might seem fancy, but that doesn't mean you can only get them in upscale eateries. All you need is a drizzle of truffle oil to elevate fries.

Cook /Fred Decker

14 Fruits You Need To Be Roasting

Some fruits are better suited to roasting than others, but here are some that are can't-miss options, like avocados, strawberries, and even watermelon.

Does A 50-Cent Starbucks Drink Exist?

According to TikTok, it's possible to order a Starbucks drink that only costs 50 cents. But Tasting Table put it to the test and found some interesting results.

Cook /Matthew Spina

Here's Why It Pays To Always Baste Your Steak With Butter

Butter basting is wonderful for both the flavor and texture of your steak, and it delivers those results with the simplest of techniques.

News /Matthew Spina

Starbucks Officially Drops New Lavender Drinks For Spring 2024

For Spring, Starbucks is rolling out two new drinks making use of a new flavor for the brand: lavender. Simultaneously, the brand is releasing new tumblers.

Drink /Brendan McGinley

Review: Starbucks' Seasonal Iced Drinks Spring Forward With Bold Lavender Flavor

Starbucks has released its 2024 spring menu, and Tasting Table was one of the first to try it. Read our review of the new lavender-based beverages.

Cook /Wendy Leigh

The Absolute Best Type Of Chocolate To Use For Ganache

Creating a perfectly decorated cake with a beautiful chocolate ganache takes more than just artistic skill; you need to use the right chocolate!

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Is There A Difference Between Shepherd's Pie And Cottage Pie?

At first glance, shepherd's pie and cottage pie might seem identical. But there are actually a few key differences between these two traditional hearty dishes.