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

Cook /John Tolley

True Cinnamon Is The Secret Behind Robert Irvine's Famous French Toast - Exclusive

The taste that you associate with cinnamon might not actually be true cinnamon. Robert Irvine clued us in on the important of using the genuine article.

Why JJ Johnson Pairs Dark-Aged Rum With A Plate Of Fatty Ribs - Exclusive

Normally when we think of food and drink pairings wine is involved. Chef JJ Johnson shares how dark aged rum will make you rethink that when serving fatty ribs.

Cook /Julia Holland

Empanada Tip: The Repulgues Will Tell You A Lot About Your Next Bite

All empanadas have sealed edges, but they aren't all sealed in the same way. Here's what the style of edge crimping can signify about the empanada.

Why Bottling Homemade Kombucha In Anything But Glass Is A Major Mistake

Getting your Kombucha fix doesn't have to mean purchasing a bottle from the store, but if you brew your own, it's important to only use glass bottles.

Cook /Simone Gerber

How To Use Banana In Place Of Egg Whites In A Recipe

Bananas are different from egg whites, so if you are unfamiliar with making the swap, read on to learn the ideal methods to do so and the ratio you should use.

Cook /Molly Harris

Duff Goldman's Leveling Tip For Evenly Cut Layered Cakes Every Time

If you have been trying to cut perfectly level cake layers by hand with a knife, you should know that there's a specialized tool for the job.

Cook /Claire Redden

Silken Tofu Is The Easy Swap For Eggs In Vegan Quiche

Quiche is a delicious savory breakfast option, but if you're a vegan you may struggle to find an appropriate substitute for eggs. Luckily, silken tofu can help!

Cook /Nikki Munoz

The 2-Ingredient Pancakes That Pack A Fruity Punch

If you're craving homemade pancakes but don't have the ingredients you need, don't worry. There's a recipe for 2-ingredients pancakes that pack a fruity punch.

Hot Honey Sourdough Bread Recipe

This recipe offers both a foolproof guide to baking perfect sourdough and an intro to adding unique flavors to your loaf, as with the hot honey used here.

Cook /Molly Harris

Here's How To Properly Clean Your Next Batch Of Asparagus

Unlike the packaged food you get from grocery store shelves, produce typically needs to be cleaned prior to cooking and eating. Here's the best way to do it.

Cook /Elizabeth Okosun

Apples Are The Secret For An Egg Salad That Stands Out

The dish is a creamy, delicious hit, with a mild flavor that appeals to many. Everyone has their own twist, but have you tried apples in your egg salad?

Green Salt Is The Umami-Packed Salt Substitute That Cuts Back On Sodium

Looking for a healthy and tasty way to add seasoning? Made from a sea vegetable, green salt is the pantry item you'll be sprinkling on everything.

Cook /Nikki Munoz

The Ice Cube Trick For The Best Grilled Cheese You've Ever Had

Have you ever had a grilled cheese where the bread was overdone but the cheese hadn't melted? There's an ice cube trick that will fix that problem.

Large-Format Parmesan-Crusted Salmon Recipe

A Parmesan and panko crust ensures that this simple yet elegant baked salmon comes out crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

How To Ensure Sauerkraut Doesn't Make Your Reuben Sandwiches Soggy

A Reuben sandwich isn't really a Reuben if you leave out the sauerkraut, but this fermented ingredient can make the sandwich soggy if you aren't careful.

Are Tea Towels Actually Associated With The Drink?

Have you ever wondered where exactly the term "tea towel" came from? Do the handy kitchen towels actually have any association with tea? Here's your answer.

Drink /Austin Havens-Bowen

The Nespresso Frother Tip To Create A Shaken Espresso In Seconds

Shaken espressos are foamy and delicious - and you don't have to visit a coffee shop to get one. If you have a Nespresso frother, you can make one at home.

Cook /Kelly Robinson

16 Ingredients To Use As A Nacho Base Instead Of Tortilla Chips

Nachos are a flavorful dish that you can easily customize, including what you use as your base. Swap out tortilla chips with some of these ingredients.

The 4 Chefs Andrew Zimmern Would Select For His Culinary Mount Rushmore - Exclusive

Tasting Table sat down with Andrew Zimmern to ask what chefs he would pick to adorn a culinary Mount Rushmore monument. His answers may surprise you.

Just Salad Partners With NYC Chef Marc Forgione For New Spring Menu Items

Fast casual chain Just Salad has announced its spring menu, which will include four new salads created with the help of award-winning NYC chef Marc Forgione.

Maple Walnut Muffins Recipe

These sweet and moist muffins double down on maple flavor with both maple syrup and extract, and they come together in just 30 minutes.

Cook /Stephanie Friedman

The 4 Main Types Of Dragon Fruit And Their Differences

If you thought there was only one variety of dragon fruit, you might be surprised to learn that these delicious cactus fruits actually come in four types.

Review: Fishwife And Fly By Jing's Newest Tinned Fish Collaboration Is A Sweet And Spicy Catch

Famed tinned fish brand Fishwife has joined forces with sauce company Fly by Jing for a new collab. Here is what we thought of the new sweet and spicy salmon.

The Bitter Starbucks K-Cup Coffee Pod You Shouldn't Bother To Buy

In the K-Cup arena, Starbucks clocked in far below most other prominent coffee chains, and its Pike Place Roast blend isn't worth purchasing.

Cook /Brian Udall

How Alon Shaya Avoids Grainy Hummus With One Simple Tip - Exclusive

Making hummus at home can result in an undesired grainy texture. To find out how to avoid this pitfall, we got a tip from acclaimed chef Alon Shaya.

Cook /Nikita Ephanov

The Real Difference Between Bacon And Speck

You're probably familiar with bacon, but are you familiar with speck? Similar to an international version of American bacon, speck is still its own thing.

The Spicy Chocolate You Should Pair With Buffalo Trace Bourbon

Pairing delicacies and bourbon is an intricate process. With many factors to consider, consider pairing this spicy chocolate next time you sip on Buffalo Trace.

Is There A Difference Between Carl's Jr And Hardee's?

In some parts of the country, Hardee's locations dot the landscape. In other places, it's Carl's Jr., but the smiling star logo unifies the two.

8 Hacks You Need For Better Starbucks Lavender Drinks

Starbucks lavender lineup is just one more reason to love spring. Here are some creative ways to upgrade your lavender beverages from the coffee chain.