Cooking eggplant can create some incredible dishes. Prepping it makes all the difference, so stop making this mistake when cooking with eggplant. ... Read full Story
Which coffee brewing method makes a better cup? The answer depends on your preferences. Here, we'll explore the differences between French press vs pour over coffee.
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A boozy hot chocolate is a classic winter concoction, and while you probably have your favorite alcohol to add, we think you need to try this. ... Read full Story
When it comes to advice on crafting the perfect charcuterie board, Daily Meal turned to an expert, so that beginners can make theirs stand out. ... Read full Story
Get 60% off the first two orders of the Purple Carrot vegan meal kit with this Cyber Monday deal.
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During Kwanzaa, this lucky ingredient resembles a coin, symbolizing prosperity and good luck in the upcoming year. It's also said to ward off the "evil eye." ... Read full Story
It might not be your favored season for it, but this portable outdoor griddle has a must-buy price.
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Not all Christmas hams will turn out equal in flavor or moisture. There's one particular kind you should be shopping for this holiday season. ... Read full Story
Outback Steakhouse offers a dizzying array of cuts and sizes, so it can be difficult to decide between them all. See how some of their prices compare. ... Read full Story
In this simple and hearty dish, the richness of pork chops is offset by a sweet tangy sauce, which picks up the spices in the dry rub for a depth of flavor.
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It was distilled on a four-late column still and matured for thirty-six months in char three, toasted head American white oak barrels.
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It's called Paul John Christmas Edition, and the 2024 version is the seventh edition of this popular annual series.
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It doesn't get better than crispy latkes - except for when there are numerous toppings and you get to build them yourself. These DIY ideas are sure to impress. ... Read full Story
In Korea, soju is the spirit of choice. Clear, smooth, the neutral, mild flavor of soju lends itself to the wide world of cocktails. One of the best places to try soju cocktails is Round K by Sol's in New York City and their new outdoor pocha concept.
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This small-batch tequila is a blend of tequilas matured in three lots of American and French oak barrels.
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You might be avoiding bottled water because of its price, but after you check out these recalls, you might start avoiding it for entirely different reasons. ... Read full Story
Before you head down the frozen food aisle and grab any old carton of vanilla ice cream, there's something you should know about one of the most popular brands. ... Read full Story
This fan-favorite cheese has received Hall of Fame status for a reason. It's both delicious and versatile, so shoppers can't get enough of it. ... Read full Story
The second chapter in its Russell Family Single Cask series, this memorable single malt whisky spent almost four decades maturing in a first-fill American sherry oak butt.
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Next time you purchase coleslaw for a tasty occasion, you should consider adding this crunchy ingredient that will bring in extra flavor and texture. ... Read full Story
“Scheduled work shifts [at Burning Man] were delayed and continually rearranged, causing confusion among campers as to how and when to contribute.... While some of us found ways to help, others took it as an opportunity to eschew their responsibilities. However, those of us who showed up united, and handled business, did so with aplomb...” — Morena Duwe, The Los Angeles Times, 9 Sept. 2024
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Something to chew on: there’s no etymological relationship between the verbs chew and eschew. While the former comes from the Old English word cēowan, eschew comes instead from the Anglo-French verb eschiver and shares roots with the Old High German verb sciuhen, meaning “to frighten off.” In his famous dictionary of 1755, Samuel Johnson characterized eschew as “almost obsolete.” History has proven that the great lexicographer was wrong on that call, however. Today, following a boom in the word’s usage during the 19th and 20th centuries, English speakers and writers use eschew when something is avoided less for temperamental reasons than for moral or practical ones, even if misguidedly so, as when Barry Lopez wrote in his 2019 book Horizon of ill-fated Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott, “with an attitude of cultural superiority, eschewing sled dogs for Manchurian ponies....”