What Is the Best Way to Wash Fruit?

Forget the fancy tricks.

Why Is Dried Egg So Hard to Clean Off?

It’s in the egg’s nature to be stubborn.

How Does Plastic Wrap Cling?

It’s got that special stick-to-it-ive-ness.

Does a Silver Spoon Stop Champagne from Going Flat?

Keep your bubbly bubbling.

Why Do You Need a Nonreactive Bowl for Some Recipes?

It’s a matter of flavor and color.

The Sight and Sound of Taste

A conversation with Heston Blumenthal.

If You Add Milk to Tea Does It Stop the Brewing Process?

Cooling down the liquid slows the steeping.

Do I Need to Replace the Water in My Kettle?

Maybe boiling it twice makes it extra-good.

How Does Packaged Guacamole Stay Green?

You have to tame a certain enzyme.

Does Vinegar Make Peeling Hard-Boiled Eggs Easier?

The quest for an easy-peel egg.

Why Does Nose Grease Tame Beer Foam?

Frat boy finger lore demystified.

Does Tapping a Soda Can Stop the Foaming?

Warning: contents under pressure.

Can Microwaved Water Explode?

Superheated water means trouble.

Why Should I Let My Meat Rest?

It’s cooked already. Can’t I eat it?

Are Frozen Vegetables as Nutritious as Fresh?

It just comes down to time.