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

Cook /Wendy Leigh

Steam Lobster Tails In Beer For Elevated Flavor

Steaming lobster tails in beer is a creative way to liven up the delicious crustaceans. Here are some tips to help you choose the right beer and more.

Michael White On Opening A Restaurant In The Bahamas And Taking Advantage Of Regional Products - Exclusive Interview

Chef Michael White has opened a new restaurant in Nassau, called Paranza. We caught up with White for an exclusive interview on what makes this opening special.

Cook /Kirsten Nunez

8 Tips You Need For Curing Egg Yolks

Curing egg yolks is a process that can deliver an immensely flavorful ingredient to your kitchen. All you need to know for the process are a few key tips.

Cook /Elizabeth Okosun

Garlic Is The Easy Cornbread Addition For Next-Level Flavor

Very few things in life are as satisfying as fresh cornbread - but fresh cornbread with added garlic? It's a pairing you don't want to miss out on.

Cook /Matthew Spina

Don't Make This Mistake When Storing Sourdough Bread Starter

You worked so hard to get your fickle sourdough starter just right; it would be heartbreaking if you then accidentally stored it in the wrong kind of container.

Triple-Distilled Liquor Vs Continuously Distilled: Is There A Difference?

Most liquors are either distilled using pot stills or continuous stills. But what's the difference between triple distillation and continuous distillation?

Cook /Stephanie Friedman

For A Single-Serve Crispy Brownie, Cook It In The Air Fryer

Maybe time is of the essence or we simply don't want an entire batch of sweet treats sitting around the house. But we can still have our fudgy dessert.

Cook /Wendy Leigh

The Easy Addition For Double The Cocoa In Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ramping up the chocolatey flavor of your cookies doesn't have to mean using more chocolate chips. Instead, infuse cocoa straight into the dough itself.

Drink /Sylvia Tomczak

The Reason You Usually Don't Need To Decant White Wine

Curious about decanting white wine? Though it's not the norm, certain complex whites can benefit; learn when and how for an enhanced tasting experience.

How Long Does Home-Canned Salsa Really Last?

Making salsa with fresh veggies from your garden is one of life's great pleasures. Learn how long your salsa can last when it's canned and stored properly.

Cook /Lucia Capretti

The Meat Cooking Method Carla Hall Is Most Excited About - Exclusive

Cooking meat can be as simple as a quick sear on both sides or more complex like a braise or multi-step process. But one method stands out for Carla Hall.

Alphabet Soup Has Been Around Longer Than You Might Expect

Who doesn't love trying to spell out words and phrases while slurping down tasty tomato soup? Well, this goofy pastime started way back in the 1800s.

How To Add Extra Ingredients To Risotto Without Overwhelming The Flavor

There's a lot of room for creativity, but one of the common mistakes you're making with risotto when you customize it has to do with its order of operations.

Was The Green Tea Shot Created By Jameson Irish Whiskey?

The green tea shot is traditionally made with Jameson Irish Whiskey and zero tea whatsoever, but did the distiller invent the emerald-hued shooter?

How To Upgrade Your Starbucks Pink Drink To Taste Like A Creme Saver

Starbucks' Pink Drink is already delicious as is, but with a few simple tweaks, you can transform it into the liquid version of Creme Savers strawberry candies!

Cook /Luna Regina

Do Dried Herbs Ever Expire?

Since they don't need to be refrigerated or have expiration dates on their packaging, it's easy to get tricked into thinking dried herbs remain potent forever.

The Fascinating History Of The O-Shaped Pasta In SpaghettiO's

Pasta has always come in myriad different shapes, but it wasn't until the emergence of SpaghettiO's in the 1960s that we first had an O-shaped pasta.

Cook /Steve Peters

12 Tips You Need When Making Ice Cream Floats

There might not be a more refreshing beverage than a fizzy soda mixed with creamy ice cream. Check out our tips for making the perfect ice cream float at home.

Cook /Catherine Nyorani

The Best Way To Peel Pearl Onions And Save Yourself Some Effort

Pearl onions make for a sweet and tasty addition to the meal, but their tiny size also means a lot more time spent preparing them before cooking.

Martha Stewart's Secret Ingredient For Rich Chicken Pot Pie? Cognac

Next time you're preparing a chicken pot pie, Martha Stewart recommends that you have a bottle of cognac handy. And not only for sipping while you cook.

Cook /Crawford Smith

BBQ Bologna Sandwiches Are A Southern Specialty Pitmaster Pat Martin Wants You To Try - Exclusive

Pat Martin adds new layers of flavor and texture to the deli meat, transforming what is often seen as a mystery sausage into something decadent and crave-able.

Why You Should Avoid IPAs When Cooking With Beer

The craft beer revolution has made IPAs more popular than ever, but if you're using your beer for cooking you may want to avoid the hoppy style of brew.

Cook /Wendy Leigh

The Important Role Of Milk Powder In The Chocolate-Making Process

It's not surprising that many chocolate products contain milk. What might be less obvious is that the milk is often powdered and plays a major role.

How Much Caffeine Is In Ghost Energy Drinks?

Ghost Energy is one of the most popular energy drinks, but how much caffeine does it have compared to other brands? And what kind of caffeine does it contain?

News /Matthew Spina

Starbucks To Release 4 New Cups Just In Time For Spring

Spring is fast approaching, and along with it comes four new Starbucks cups featuring pastel hues, colorful tie-die patterns, and wavy, beach-inspired designs.

What You Need To Know Before Cooking Shrimp In The Oven

Shrimp is one of the easiest seafoods to prepare. However, it's also very easy to overcook, especially in an oven.

The Starbucks-Approved Method For Making Raspberry Mochas At Home

You can easily recreate delicious Starbucks raspberry mochas at home. With just two ingredients, add this concoction to your lattes or hot chocolate.

Before You Drink Tea, Make Sure You Stir It The Proper Way

Tea time etiquette might seem to be a thing of the past, but there is a logic behind some of the rules. Find out how to properly stir tea for the best cup.

Here's What It's Like To Be A Judge On Beat Bobby Flay - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Tasting Table, Robbie Shoults of Bear Creek Smokehouse in Marshall, Texas, told us about being a judge on 'Beat Bobby Flay.'