Category: Cooking

Welcome to Cookbook of the Week. In this series, I highlight cookbooks that are unique, easy to use, or just special to me. Finding a […]

Fried chicken is an everyday treat, perfect for special occasions and midnight snacks alike. While you may be familiar with the classic style of roasting […]

Adding fish sauce to a fruit salad may seem dramatic or outlandish. You may even think this sounds “rude”, but please reserve judgment for a […]

You know the story: the day is new and full of hope. You butter a piece of toast only to have it squashed and mutilated […]

The cleaver has a fairly narrow association with butchering large pieces of cow meat or horror films where butchering is also a theme. This wide […]

Buttery, fudgy cookies need no introduction, but I think Funfetti Confetti Cookies would do just fine. Confetti cookies are a great version of regular quick […]

You’ve finally bought your first deep fryer. Let me start by saying that I am so happy for you. This small countertop convection oven will […]

I believe that quiche is a meal for the day. Sure, it’s egg first, which makes it a prime breakfast candidate, but put a crumbly […]

Mushroom lovers, vegans, and crunchy-savory snackers: OMG, I’ve got news for you. I had my doubts, but I stumbled upon the cheapest, crunchiest snack ever: […]

It’s easy for someone like me to get caught up in the hype of new kitchen appliances because my job taps into the two most […]

There is something about “special occasion” food that makes you feel the need to agonize over it. This is a food that is eaten occasionally, […]

At some point, we began to openly condemn canned food. Protein-rich SPAM is frowned upon, convenient tinned potatoes are widely rejected, and attractive tinned mushrooms […]

Homemade deep dish fruit pie is simply beautiful. It’s a great housewarming gift, an acceptable apology, and a good way to make friends. A healthy […]

When you think of a wok, you might picture a large, dark bowl engulfed in flames—and while there’s nothing wrong with that, it’s not the […]

I have loved shopping with my mom since I was a little kid in New Jersey. But before the trip, I always asked what store […]

Lobster rolls are the ambassadors of summer for sandwiches, but at over $30 per serving they are not an economically sustainable practice for me. There’s […]

As summer winds down, you may want to buy as much fruit as possible while trying to get rid of excess fruit. This is the […]

There is no shame in eating frozen prepared food. And while it’s true that my appetite is as wide and all-encompassing as a garbage troll, […]

A piping bag is not something I would classify as a “regular” kitchen tool. Former chefs and pastry chefs will keep them in their home […]

My kitchen contained more failed experiments than actual dishes, often leaving me with a sink full of dishes and the number of my favorite takeout […]

While you don’t need an excuse to make French toast, I still have one for you. The Olympic Games are coming to an end in […]

Cookies are like snowflakes and cats: Each one is special in its own way, even the nastiest ones. But there is a common belief that […]

I don’t know if it’s the rainy New York summer or my love of starch, but corn seems especially delicious this season. I eat as […]

Pancakes are a great ambassador for lazy weekends, so it’s important they’re fantastic. Although different pancake recipes vary in taste , one thing is for […]

Mass-produced food, especially for large events like the Olympics, has never had a stellar reputation. Many Olympic athletes have written about the food offerings in […]

I used to hate cooking steak at home for one big reason: smoke. I rent an apartment in Brooklyn, which means I have to deal […]

One of my favorite everyday treats is a simple bread cake, with a cake without frosting being a close second. Both cakes are treasures for […]

In the vast world of kitchen appliances, the air fryer has reigned supreme for several years now, crisping, drying and reheating French fries to their […]

Few dessert flavors evoke summer freshness quite like lemon. Honestly, lemon dessert is also a great break from winter spices and chocolate. Lucky for us, […]

Onion sauce is a dangerous thing. He distracts you with his creamy, cool, umami tricks, and before you know it, you’re waking up covered in […]

Eating corn on the cob every summer is one of my fondest childhood memories. I grew up in New Jersey, and while no one likes […]

You can get the Instant Pot Duo on sale for $79.99 now ($99) through July 28th. The Instant Pot Duo is a 7-in-1 pressure cooker […]

I’ve seen “pro tip” on social media: real chefs handle hot pans and handles with tea towels, not oven mitts, idiot. God, why are you […]

Summer produce gives you a special perspective on the circle of life: one month you have lots of sprouts or chard, and the next they […]

It won’t give you true French butter, but honestly, it comes pretty darn close. This is extremely easy to do, and for the real thing, […]

Meatloaf is one of those retro foods that deserves a comeback. It’s definitely gone out of fashion, but it doesn’t have to be the dubious […]

We all have our reasons for separating the yolks from the egg whites—dietary restrictions, taste preferences—and the messy “crack and toss” method usually does the […]

There are many attractive, durable, quality frying pans available at affordable prices these days. An avid home cook probably has two or three specialty skillets […]

Good semi-sour dill is the answer to many life questions, not to mention dishes that require something special. Usually sandwiches. Pickles come in a variety […]

The Fourth of July is the unofficial national grilling holiday in the United States, and at the very least, it’s worth celebrating charring your meat […]