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

The Pros And Cons Of Splurging On A Professional Bartender For Your Event, According To A Wedding Caterer

Hopefully, this list of some pros and cons on splurging on a professional bartender can help make your event planning to-do list that much clearer.

Mix Hot Chocolate Powder Into Your Batter For Elevated Pancakes

If you really want to create a pancake that will have kids and adults coming back for more, reach for your hot chocolate powder and add it to the batter.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

The Key To Cooking Angel Hair Pasta To Delicate Perfection

You'll need focused attention to ensure your next batch of angel hair pasta remains enjoyably toothy and does not turn into a pot of mushy, limp spoonfuls.

Cook /Michelle Welsch

Butter Dip Biscuits Are The Fluffy Creation That's Swimming In Flavor

While fluffy, Southern biscuit recipes incorporate butter directly into a shaggy dough, spongy buttery dip biscuits take a different approach.

Drink /Courtney Brandt

The Reason You Shouldn't Drink A Layered co*cktail Through A Straw

After being served a layered co*cktail, you're probably excited to stick your straw in and take a drink immediately. But here's why you shouldn't do that!

Cook /Nicole Adams

11 Absolute Best Keurig Coffee Machines, According To Online Reviews

Keurig offers an impressive line-up of different coffee machines. We selected the best, based on online reviews, and compared their functionality and features.

Cook /Stephanie Maida

Swap Bacon With Beef Jerky For Protein-Packed Brussels Sprouts Without The Grease

Bacon and Brussels sprouts are a winning duo, but sometimes greasy bacon just isn't appealing. For a leaner and chewier take on the dish, substitute beef jerky.

The Muddling Technique For State-Fair Worthy Lemonade

There's nothing like a cool glass of lemonade, but powdered mixes are a killjoy. This lemon muddling technique gives you the freshest, best-tasting lemonade.

Cook /Claire Redden

When Scrambling Tofu, Look No Further Than Your Wire Masher

Next time you're scrambling up some tofu, look no further than your wire masher to achieve the fluffiest, scrambled egg-like texture effortlessly.

The History Of Japanese-Style Milk Bread

Japanese milk bread is all the rage these days, but the delicacy took a strange path to get here and its history is not as straightforward as you might think.

Cook /Nikki Munoz

Deep Fry Your Cauliflower For Crispy, Flavorful Bites

While it can certainly make foods a bit less healthy, deep-frying them often improves the taste and texture enough to be more than worth the trade off.

Cook /Julia Holland

Let Canned Soup Simmer On The Stove For A Thick Pasta Sauce In A Flash

If you're getting tired of pasta sauces, there's an easy fix. Believe it or not, just about any canned soup can be thickened into a unique sauce for pasta.

Drink /Lisa Curran Matte

Poitin Is The Irish Moonshine Drink That Dates Back To The 6th Century

If you assumed that Guinness or strong Irish whiskey were the definitive best alcoholic beverages of Ireland, there's an important drink left out: poitin.

Restaurant: Impossible Fans Will Want To Know About Robert Irvine's New Show

Though his show "Restaurant: Impossible" was cancelled last year, chef Robert Irvine is still doing what he loves best - and even has a new show in the works!

Cook /Nikki Munoz

Leftover Pulled Pork Is The Perfect Filling For Flavorful Quesadillas

If you've got leftover pulled pork and don't want a sandwich, the meat works perfectly in a crispy, cheesy quesadilla. Even better? It's easy to whip up.

11 Celebrity Chef Tips For Dyeing Hard-Boiled Eggs This Easter

If you're stressing over how to best dye hard-boiled eggs, these celebrity chefs imparted their best tricks to achieving beautiful Easter eggs.

Cook /Julia Holland

The Soaking Tip To Keep In Mind When Making Homemade Hot Sauce

When attempting to make your own hot sauce at home, there is a lot of room for creativity, but the crucial soaking step should not be considered optional.

Adam Richman's Pulled Pork Egg Roll Takes Inspiration From An Atlanta BBQ Institution - Exclusive

Adam Richman decided to put his own spin on the tasty bite at the inaugural Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival; he stuffed the crunchy shell with pulled pork.

Cook /Stephanie Friedman

What's That White Powdery Stuff On The Outside Of Your Soppressata?

When sampling soppressata from a charcuterie board, you may find pieces with a white outer layer that can look like inedible mold at first glance.

12 Absolute Best Ways To Elevate Ganache, According To A Professional Dessert Maker

Chocolate ganache is a sophisticated, tasty frosting or garnish for you baked treats. A professional dessert maker shares how to amp up your next batch.

Cook /Nikki Munoz

Avocado Crema Gives Chicken Fajitas A Tangy Boost Of Creaminess

Tasting Table's sheet-pan chicken fajitas dish is not only super simple but also has a special element that takes it to the next level: avocado crema.

Michter's Master Distiller Says This Is The Best Water To Cleanse Your Palate When Tasting Whiskey - Exclusive

To help us understand what water makes the best palate cleanser we sat down with Dan Mckee, Master Distiller at Michter's Distillery.

Cook /Austin Havens-Bowen

Kalamata Olives Add A Bright Mediterranean Flair To Potato Salad

You might use them in Greek salad paired with fresh feta cheese, but its flavor is also why it joins the list of the best ingredients to elevate potato salad.

Cook /Claire Redden

Switch Up Your Morning French Toast With A Pita Bread Twist

It's hard to even think about messing with the recipe for French toast, but sometimes it's nice to change things up. And with pita bread, you can do just that.

Cook /Abigail Bliss

13 Tips You Need To Make Perfect Roasted Tomatoes

From produce selection to avoiding a soggy texture, follow these simple steps to make the perfect roasted tomatoes from the comfort of your home.

Cook /Brandon Rich

The Cut Of Beef Dario Cecchini Says You Should Prioritize For Steak Tartare - Exclusive

Along with a list of essential ingredients that you should mix in, Dario Cecchini gave a clear tip on the particular type of cut he recommends for beef tartare.

Drink /Elizabeth Okosun

Steam Clams And Mussels With Beer For A Burst Of Flavor

Steamed mussels and clams have a subtle briny flavor that works great on its own. But you can really elevate these shellfish by adding a little beer to the mix!

Subway's Fan-Favorite Sauces Are Hitting Grocery Store Shelves

Subway is releasing bottled versions of three of its most popular sauces, and one new flavor, that will be available at grocery stores starting on March 20.

The Etiquette Tip That Ensures A More Pleasant Wine Tasting Experience

There's a reason why the event is called a wine tasting and not a wine drinking. Spitting is key to the experience, even if it feels awkward at first.