Photo of dill dip illustrates blog: "What Is Dill?"

What Is Dill?

With its citrus undertones, dill can punch up any dish, from soups to sandwiches and salads. Keep reading to learn more about dill, from a basic definition to an easy dill dip recipe anyone can make at home. What Is Dill? Dill is an annual herb that belongs to the parsley family and is often…

Photo of plate of gnocchi illustrates blog; "Who Invented Gnocchi?"

Who Invented Gnocchi?

Gnocchi is an everyday treat for Italians, but remains one of the lesser-known entries in one of the world’s most popular culinary traditions. In this post, we tell you who first published the recipe for gnocchi, along with other interesting details about this Italian classic.  What Is Gnocchi? Gnocchi are small dumplings made with flour…

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Can You Freeze Zoodles?

Fun, healthy, and an infallible conversation-starter, zoodles are a sensation among food lovers everywhere. But can you freeze zoodles? In this post, we answer this question and give you some useful tips about everyone’s favorite alternative to traditional pasta. What Are Zoodles? Although they sound like the culinary version of mad libs (why else would…

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4 Interesting Facts About Tacos

Tacos have become synonymous with Mexican cuisine around the world. In this post, we round up four interesting facts about tacos you probably didn’t know.  1. Tacos Began as Low-Class Food While all Mexicans love tacos nowadays, in the 19th century they were considered low-class food. Rich people looked down on tortillas and preferred to…

Photo of chicken leg with herbs illustrates blog: "Grilled Chicken: 3 Yummy Tips"

Grilled Chicken: 3 Yummy Tips

Who doesn’t love grilled chicken? It’s a delicious dish that’s also fun to prepare and nutritious to boot. Today, we bring you three tips to make the most of this classic that satisfies even the pickiest of eaters. Take the Necessary Precautions Remember that, regardless of the cooking method, handling chicken calls for some special…

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When Is Asparagus in Season?

Eating fresh veggies comes with many nutritional benefits, so if you love asparagus, it makes sense to want to know when is asparagus season. In this post, we talk about the best season for asparagus, plus other interesting facts about these delicious green spears. When I Asparagus in Season? Asparagus is a vegetable prized since…

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Is French Food Mediterranean?

When you think of Mediterranean food, the cuisines of Italy and Greece are some of the first examples that come to mind. But is French Food considered Mediterranean? Keep reading to find out. Is French Food Considered Mediterranean? We all know what Mediterranean food is, or at least everyone has at least a vague idea.…