Agave nectar (sometimes called agave syrup) is an amber liquid that resembles honey, but has a cleaner, sweeter, even fruitier flavor.
Sage is a perennial herb related to mint. There are many varieties, including pineapple-flavored sage from Mexico (best suited for desserts). Try this recipe.
Learn how to taste wine by using these three ways to build your wine-tasting vocabulary.
Star anise is the fruit — yes, fruit — of an evergreen tree native to southern China (where most of it still is produced).
This week’s question will help readers keep their produce longer.
A list of ten tips that make mealtime as painless as possible with picky eaters.
Have you been invited to a potluck? Read our simple tips on how to pick the right potluck dish to bring.
Six ways to be a good potluck attendee including tips on what to bring and what not to serve.
Learn how to host a potluck. Here are five tips to keep in mind when you are hosting a potluck.
The easiest way to send back a bottle is to bring your server into the fold and ask his opinion.
Create a well-stocked emergency pantry for yourself with these tips.
Alex Guarnaschelli shares her suggestions for how to use fresh herbs in recipes.
Moisture may be good for your plants or your skin, but not for your cookies. Find out how to keep your cookies fresh this summer.
How can you keep your pie from running and what pie thickeners are appropriate? When thickening a fruit pie filling, there are several options to consider.
It's important to practice food safety, especially with salads that include mayonnaise in the summer months.