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Pantry full of jarred food

How to organize your pantry so it actually makes sense

Keeping an organized pantry is way to save yourself time, eliminated frustration, and not waste food and money.
Dry-aged tuna crudo on a white plate

A Top Chef winner showcases modern, Sicilian-style aged fish at new restaurant

Sliced watermelon in a pile.

How long is cut watermelon good for? Learn how to make this summer fruit last

A set of Traditional Thai food Khao Chae on brass bowls and platters

The ultimate guide to Thai food, one of the world’s most dynamic cuisines

Red pasta noodles

How to reheat pasta so that the leftovers taste just as good

Reheating steak in an oven

How to reheat steak the right way (and more tips and tricks)

Person grilling

This is how Bobby Flay makes store-bought barbecue sauce taste amazing

Yamas in Walla Walla.

The traditional Greek food you need to try when you visit Greece

Man with apron in industrial kitchen

Why these methods of cooking are best when you want to retain nutrients

Charcuterie board and glasses of wine on a wooden table

How to build the perfect charcuterie board for your date night

Row of peppers

These are the 5 hottest peppers in the world

Cast-iron skillet pan on oven top

How to season a cast-iron skillet like a pro

Soy sauce next to a plate of food

There’s an ancient art to making great soy sauce

Soy sauce is often overlooked. Turns out, the older and slower production methods produce the best results.
Inside of an air fryer with a pile of golden brown, freshly cooked French fries

Turns out reheated French fries don’t have to be gross

Who says your leftover fries have to be soggy? Reheat your fries to a delicious crisp with these surefire reheating techniques.
Close-up of a roasted chicken on a cutting board at a table

9 tips on how to roast a juicy whole chicken

Roasting your chicken over an open fire is a perfectly acceptable method of preparing your poultry. But it's now most commonly done in an oven with dry heat.
Inside of a modern empty oven

A complete guide: How to clean your oven racks

Cleaning your oven racks is a tedious but important task. Make sure they're clean and ready to cook with these cleaning techniques.
Getting ready to clean a burnt pot

You won’t believe these 6 ways to clean burnt pots and pans

Your pots and pans may be a little ragged, but before you consider investing in new ones, try cleaning them out with one of these simple tips.
whole roasted cauliflower on blue plate

The top Asian-inspired wood-fire cooking tips from a chef

Learn how to combine wood-fire cooking techniques with Asian ingredients from KYU, a restaurant that specializes in wood-fire cooking.
Two spices, close-up

How to make your own Herbes de Provence, an essential spice blend

Herbes de Provence is widely considered to be one of the most essential spice blends in culinary history.
burger in yellow takeout box

Burgers and Champagne? A chef explains why this unusual pairing really works

Burgers and champagne might be the perfect pairing. Chef Sebastien Chaoui of The Chester teaches The Manual all about why the flavor combination works.
Rustic style dinner with cheese platter

French cuisine guide: Everything you need to know

France is the peak of culinary romance and gastronomical luxury. Discover the flavors and recipes this beautiful country has to offer to the rest of the world.
Creatine powder with some on table with a spoon

Want to build muscles? The best foods with creatine (and 9 meal ideas)

Registered dietitians share the best foods with creatine and why this nutrient is critical for muscle mass and strength.
Pizza Lupo

How to reheat pizza the best way

You shouldn't reheat your pizza with a microwave oven or kitchen stove. Here's the best way to reheat your favorite pizza.
Fogo de Chao picanha tableside

What to know about Brazilian BBQ, a delicious meat marathon

From succulent picanha to fatty pork, Brazilian BBQ restaurants are a meat marathon and guaranteed to scratch the itch of any carnivore.

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