Food serves many purposes: nourishment, fuel, and tradition, to name a few. It’s also a way to bring people together, to exercise creativity, and to have deeply enriching sensory experiences. No matter how you spin it, though, humans need to eat—so why not do it in a way that brings you happiness and makes you […]
When it comes to stocking your pantry, tinned, canned, and boxed items are absolute powerhouses: They last a long time and are typically quite versatile, so you can buy them well in advance and use them to whip up a nourishing meal at a moment’s notice. But just because they are flexible doesn’t mean they […]
What’s the difference between a boring piece of chicken and a delicious one; a plain bowl of spaghetti and the perfect simple weeknight meal; or sad, dry toast and a fancy little treat? The simple answer is flavor. But all too often, there’s a catch: adding (or creating) that extra zest can feel daunting. Buying […]
Once you open those products, though, there are a few things to keep in mind: Pastas and other flour-based dried products will diminish in flavor and texture the longer they’re exposed to air—and can even attract unwanted pests like pantry moths and rodents if left in their original containers at room temperature, Syers says. Here […]
There’s a solid chance that some of your favorite memories involve food. After all, it evokes powerful emotions, strengthens (or sparks) connections, and, well, can taste pretty damn good. What’s a dinner party without an eclectic cheese-and-cracker plate? Imagine sharing a tub of spinach artichoke dip with your loved one without a salty, crisp pretzel […]
Imagine any possible arrangement of food on a flat surface, and there’s a good chance the internet has already tried it. There’s your classic charcuterie, composed of meat and often cheese. You could also make fruicuterie, a pickle board, a mezze platter, or even a whole damn grazing table. Last fall, the butter board was everywhere—yes, butter—slathered […]
Tatiana Youpa, who volunteers with the North Brooklyn Mutual Aid Network to help fill and maintain the community fridge in her neighborhood, says it accepts produce, dairy, bread, pantry staples, baby food, canned goods, and prepared meals. It is not able to take pet food; raw meat and seafood; any frozen foods; or anything that’s open, […]
You might know the feeling of hopelessly staring into a pantry, frozen for minutes at a time, unable to decide what to grab or where to find it. Your beloved grains and chips are stuffed behind the treat you snagged yesterday at Whole Foods. There’s a half-eaten bag of popcorn that you last munched on…when, […]
Plus, find out some alternatives you can try to combat these skyrocketing prices. Everyone is feeling the sting of grocery store markups and food prices that continue to rise. Even if the price of an item stays the same, we’re likely faced with shrinkflation and getting less product. However, some grocery store markups are more […]
In SELF’s new franchise, The Meal I Eat When I’m Feeling…, we talk with chefs, celebs, athletes, and people in the culinary space about the specific foods or meals they turn to amid certain emotions—and how eating their favorites plays a vital role in their self-care. As a Peloton instructor, podcast host, motivational speaker, Nike […]
It’s no secret: The world loves coffee. Whether you’re a latte aficionado or a straight-up black drinker, there’s nothing like the convenience of a home brew to start the day. But which to choose from? We did some research and talked to baristas and coffee experts to pick the best drip coffee makers. “When it […]
RD.COM Food Recipes Warm up even the chilliest winter night with winter soup recipes. Every spoonful is packed with flavor and cozy feelings! In the cold months, I like to put on a big pot of this comforting soup. It cooks away while I do other things, such as baking bread, crafting or even cleaning […]
Coffee lovers, listen up: More than 25,000 cases of bottled Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccinos have been recalled by manufacturer PepsiCo, Inc. due to potential glass contamination, according to a statement from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The cases each include a dozen 13.7 fluid-ounce bottles, putting the total number of recalled drinks over 300,000. The […]
If you’ve got leftovers from your last trip to the Golden Arches, here’s how to reheat McDonald’s fries at home Everybody has a favorite item at McDonald’s. Some go crazy for the classic taste of a Big Mac, others can’t get enough crispy chicken McNuggets, and then there are the folks who are devoted to […]
Do your current eating habits make you want to change your relationship with food? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading to learn 5 steps you can take to heal your relationship with food. Our life experiences shape our current relationships with food. Maybe you picked up some habits from your parents, […]