Food

There's one ingredient in McDonald's fries that makes them so dang addictive—and it's not the salt. Find out what really...

You know sweet and salty, sour, and bitter. But do you know what umami is?

Sugar? Milk? Cream? We've got the full scoop on what separates these tasty frozen treats.

Hot dog, wiener, frankfurter—call it what you want, but according to some culinary experts, you shouldn't call it a sandwich.

We all know how great the deals can be at Costco—so it should come as no surprise that professional chefs...

Run, don't walk, over to Aldi for some amazing deals.

It's time to keep an eye out for your favorite marshmallow chicks! But be prepared for a hunt, because some...

Are the rumors that it's not really chocolate true?

Yes, we see you coming back for seconds.

Shopping at Aldi is generally gentle on your wallet...but not every item on their shelves is a bargain. Here's what...

It may be an American classic, but there’s a good chance that you don’t actually know what’s in this processed...

We have the scoop on what’s actually in margarine…and the surprisingly fascinating story of how this butter substitute was invented.

Here's everything you ever wanted to know about boba, the fun and customizable Taiwanese bubble tea.

Wondering what those colored circles on food packages really mean? The answer is more technical than you might think.

If you've ever wondered what caviar actually is, you're in the right place. Here's the scoop on those tiny fish eggs...

This isn't just a puff piece! We're getting to the bottom of the bag to find the answer to one...

News flash: Sashimi and sushi are not the same thing.

We get to the bottom of what goes into hot dog production, and learn about all the ingredients. Hint: It's...

Turns out, there's both a botanical and a legal definition for what makes a food a fruit or a vegetable.

I'll never understand why this wasn't fixed a long time ago!

Making a fast-food faux pas is no fun! Here's a look at the most common friendly mistakes—and what to do...

They promise low-fat cooking with extra-crispy results, but if you don't use your air fryer properly, your dish may be...

Add some sugar and spice to your life with masala chai, a delicious tea with a fascinating history and surprising...

Before you whip up some eggplant parm or baba ghanoush, find out if the eggplant you’re about to use is...

Eating on the go? Try this genius hack to open a ketchup packet without the mess.

Red and pink candies have long been customer favorites, and it turns out there's a scientific reason for this seemingly...

Need to open a can without a can opener? Try these handy methods that incorporate common tools around your home...

Steer clear of products with bloated packaging at the store. It's a food safety issue—here's why.

There's one key ingredient that makes the seemingly impossible possible.