Yup, some restaurant and hotel chains use "meat glue" to bond pieces of meat together to create real-looking whole steaks. Here's how you can tell.

We're demystifying the reasons meatballs at a restaurant somehow taste better than homemade. And with these tricks up your sleeve, yours will be just as tasty.

If you're a beginner, following these three tips as a guide to help you enter the rum-drinking world can help you find your new favorite beverage.

Losing your favorite veggies to the flames can ruin a perfectly good barbecue. Next time, try these expert tips to stop your veggies from falling through.

Before you wrap up the holiday season or take down your tree, check out this interview with an expert on how to add Christmas tree to the menu.

Many New Year's Eve customs have unknown or unique origins. There's one Swiss New Year's tradition involving food that, although beloved, some find wasteful.

Mincemeat pies, or mince pies, are still a very popular British treat served around the holidays. But what exactly goes into the filling?

Aldi is a great place to get groceries at an affordable price, and it has more for offer than meets the eye. Here are the shopping secrets you should know.

While online wine auctions can be a convenient way to score high-quality varietals, an expert sommelier shares three things to consider before buying.

Attempting to grill tofu can lead to a sticky mess, not to mention your plant-based protein may turn out bland. But not if you steer clear of these mistakes.

We've all cracked a bottle of alcohol and been overwhelmed by the aroma. When it comes to tequila, here's a way to decide if it's still worth drinking.

Jet Tila is a renowned chef, but even cooks with his status use frozen products from the supermarket. Here's the one he never wastes money on.

Hosting a New Year's Eve party with food can be daunting since your guests are often eating into the wee hours. Here's how to best keep the snacks flowing.

When it comes to cocktail garnishes, a little can go a long way. Many are easy to prep in advance, ready to bring the wow factor at your holiday party.

There are several ways to make sure your mocktail station is a highlight of your party. If you have questions, we've curated some expert tips.

If you want a thick, luscious eggnog for your holiday dinner party, you should keep a brief checklist in mind while buying a pre-made version.

Making drinks in pitchers saves loads of time when you're hosting a gathering. Skip the alcohol or make it optional with these delicious ideas from an expert.

The filling for your bûche de Noël can make or break it. So we spoke with an award-winning pastry chef to give you the best tips on how to fill your cake!

Dodge common mistakes by learning about the different cuts, levels of doneness, accoutrements, and the terms to avoid when placing your order.

Eggnog is a beloved holiday drink across the U.S. Enhance your recipe with these traditional and unexpected spices for the tastiest eggnog this holiday season.

Pies can be a lot of work, so when you decide to make one (or more) for a holiday get together, you want it to turn out just right, so use this thickener.

Call it a bûche de Noël or a Christmas Yule log, this beautiful cake makes the ideal holiday dessert. Take this pastry chef's advice for the perfect frosting.

You've heard of charcuterie and dessert boards, but what about a cocktail board? A mixologist shares how to build a festive but easy DIY holiday cocktail board.

A Christmas Yule log is a festive dessert, but those decorations can be time-consuming. So we turned to a pastry chef for tips on easy embellishments.

The next time you're in the kitchen and want to amp up dinner, include cream cheese to make the best baked salmon of your life. Here's how.

Traditional Christmas pudding is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of dessert. But Prue Leith has a fun take on this dish that will win over all the haters.

Eggnog season lasts but a few weeks each year, so you don't want to be wasting your time with a subpar nog. Here's one nog to leave on the shelf.