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Thanksgiving dinner

Thanksgiving dinner hacks to make your life a whole lot easier

Any tips or tricks for alleviating some of that turkey day stress are always tremendously helpful. These are our favorites.
Beef bourguignon

The top beef cuts for braising: Elevate your cooking game

We all have our favorite steaks for grilling, but which cuts do better with a little time and a lot of love? These are our favorite beef cuts for braising.
Small coffee cup and saucer

Salt in coffee? Here’s why you should give it a try

Salt is notorious for adding flavor to food, but when added to coffee, it does so much more than that. Here's what to know about adding salt in coffee.
Group toasting with wine glasses

The best tailgate drink isn’t beer — it’s wine

These are our top five tailgating wines and the traditional tailgating foods they're perfect with.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou wine collection

This $35K wine collection is the most luxe gift for the wine lover in your life

This is the perfect gift for the oenophile in your life. That is, if you don't mind spending a mere 35 grand.
Red wine in front of skyline

These are the most expensive cities in the world to buy wine

New research indicates that most of the world's most expensive cities for wine are right here in the United States.
Hands toasting with Champagne

Prosecco vs. Champagne: The difference is about more than just location

Let's take a look at all of the ways these two beautiful sparkling wines are different and why they should be respected in their own right. 
Lambrusco wine being poured into a glass

Lambrusco: It’s time to get to know this unique wine

While it's true that Labrusco hasn't always been a wine to be taken seriously, it's time to put that idea to rest.
Steak levels of doneness

Steak doneness: How to get steak temperature right

Which is the perfect temperature that keeps the steak warm in the center, while maintaining its tender, juicy, savory, natural beefy flavor?
Corks spilling out of wine glass

What is cork taint (and what does it do to your wine)?

What is cork taint, and how can you tell if your wine has been compromised?
Red wine being poured into a glass

Grenache wine: A complete guide to the best wine you don’t know much about

Grenache is arguably one of the most impeccable wines on the market while simultaneously having one of the most understated reputations.
Martini glasses

The best martini glasses: Level up your home bar

What makes a good martini glass, and which set is right for you? These are our top picks.
Filet mignon

Tenderloin vs filet mignon: The difference between these luxury steak cuts, explained

All of your beef tenderloin and filet mignon questions, answered.
Wine, cheese and grapes spread

Chianti wine: Everything you want to know about this charming drink

What is it about this charmingly classic wine that makes it so famous?
Slow cooked beef brisket on the grill grates of a smoker barbecue, in a cooking background

How to trim brisket in 5 easy steps

Just as the process of smoking a brisket isn't for the faint of heart, neither is trimming it. But oh, will your efforts be rewarded. 
Meater meat thermometer

You can now get MEATER’s new Pro XL meat thermometer, and it’s well worth the investment

If you've been holding off on buying this essential part of any kitchen tool collection, now is the time to strike.
Food cooking on grill

Gas vs. charcoal grilling: Which is better?

So what are the differences between gas and charcoal grills? Is one better than the other? That all depends on you.
Steak on a cutting board

Skirt steak vs. flank steak: The difference, explained

What's the difference between these two similar, popular cuts of beef?
Steak Diane dish

This Steak Diane recipe is rich, indulgent, and easy to make

This recipe for Steak Diane is rich, hearty, and deliciously complex.
A red wine glass and wine

What is Montepulciano wine? This underrated wine should be on your radar

This beautiful wine is all of the flavor with none of the attitude.
Chilled red wine glass

There’s a scientific reason you may actually want to have chilled red wine

It may be hard to believe, but some red wines actually taste better when cold.
Grilled lobster tails

Impress your guests: How to grill perfect lobster tails

Like many of our favorite meats, the best way to prepare lobster tails is on the grill.
Raw hanger steak

What is hanger steak? This flavorful cut packs a serious flavor burst

This is one of the most delicious steaks on the market, with one of the most interesting stories.
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A guide to Malbec wine, the alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah

This history of this wine is more complicated than you think
Red wine pouring.

The types of red wine everyone should know: Branch out of your comfort zone

We've broken down fifteen of our very favorite red wine varietals, and indicated quite simply what to expect when you open that bottle.
Bone in ribeye, raw

How to cook bone in ribeye steak for a delicious, succulent meal

We're here to help you get to know this incredible piece of meat, and learn how you can cook an amazing one at home.
Vegetables being tossed in pan

No Wok? No problem: How to make perfect stir-fry at home

While a wok is a nice thing to have, it's certainly not a necessity when it comes to cooking stir-fry.
Sesame tuna

How to make seared tuna: Tips, tricks, and a fantastic recipe

Seared tuna is one of the simplest things to make, and is absolutely delicious in all of its mildly meaty, soft and buttery, and vibrantly beautiful glory.
Sauerkraut in a bowl

How to make your own sauerkraut, the perfect barbecue addition

We promise, homemade sauerkraut is a whole lot easier than you think it is.
Babyback ribs cooking on a grill

How to cook ribs on the grill: A guide to doing it just right

We're covering the basics of how to cook ribs on the grill, because when you're passionate about ribs, you need to know how to grill them the right way.
Short ribs

How to cook short ribs: Try this savory short ribs recipe (plus, our top tips)

This underrated cut of beef is all you need for the ultimate comfort food.
White wine on summer day outdoor

These are the incredible white wine varietals everyone should know

These are the types of white wine you should be drinking, and how to best understand them.
Glass of white wine

A guide to Gewurztraminer, an intensely aromatic wine

Gewürztraminer is an absolute delight...once you figure out how to order it.
Bourbon in a glass

It’s time to learn about bourbon – here’s your guide

Born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more American than bourbon. Here's a quick but thorough lesson on this whiskey.
Red pasta noodles

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

Pasta is an incredibly versatile food, Here's how to reheat it so it is as delicious as the first time.
Person grilling

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

These simple ingredients will turn bottled barbecue sauce into something special.
Row of peppers

These are the 5 hottest peppers in the world

Super-hot chile peppers have intrigued and beguiled humanity for at least 6,000 years. Here we've assembled a list of the 5 hottest peppers in the world.
Sliced steak on cutting board

How to reverse sear for a flawless steak every time

This delicious method requires absolutely no specialized equipment - just an oven and a good-quality pan. 
Stacked burger

Beef up your grill game: 5 tips and tricks for making the best burgers

Whether you prefer your burger grilled, broiled, seared, or pressed, these tips are guaranteed to give you the best burger bang for your buck.
Loud Mouth BBQ Sauce

We love the flavor variety in this new collection of barbecue sauces

Just in time for grilling season, there's a delicious new line of barbecue ingredients on the shelves at Ace Hardware.
Cheeseburger

The best cheese for burgers: Our top 7 favorites

These are the best cheeses to top on your summertime burgers.
Man grilling

How to cook on a charcoal grill: A beginner’s guide

This is everything you need to know about cooking on a charcoal grill.
Tuna steak

How to grill tuna steaks (plus, the most common mistakes everyone makes)

A beautifully seared tuna steak is one of the easiest meals you can make for the fanciest of guests or the most mundane of Tuesday nights.
Steak on a cutting board

How to get a good crust on a steak every time

These tips and tricks that will help you get the perfect steak crust every single time. 
Grilled vegetables

How to grill vegetables: Your complete guide

Grilled vegetables are truly something special and very easy to prepare if you follow a few simple guidelines. 
Stacked burger

Make the perfect summer meal: Our favorite sides for burgers

These are five of our absolute favorite summertime sides that will perfectly complement your burgers this season.
Reynolds Wrap Butcher Box

Reynolds Wrap and ButcherBox collab to create ultimate grilling tool this summer

Two iconic summertime grilling must-have brands - have teamed up to create the ultimate summer grilling tool, the "BBQterie Kit."
Kabobs on the grill

Kebabs on the grill: 4 tips and tricks you need to know

Here are a few tips and tricks that will help you grill perfect kebabs, every single time.
Erica Roby Headshot

The top 7 grilling mistakes, according to a Pitmaster and Food Network champion

These are seven mistakes to avoid a grilling catastrophe
Meat kabobs

The secret to a good steak or chicken marinade is already in your fridge

No matter how experienced you may be in the kitchen, we're willing to bet that there's one marinade ingredient you have yet to try