Hand Warmers

Drinks that’ll keep you warm inside even when it’s cold outside.

Can Microwaved Water Explode?

Superheated water means trouble.

Is Carbonated Water Bad for You?

It depends on the water in question.

But I Only Drank Water!

If you don’t order as much, do you have to split the bill?

Fancy Tonic Water Not Worth the Fancy Price

This week’s mission: fancy-pants imported tonic water and chips made from slow-baked fruit.

Does Bottled Water Ever Go Bad?

Plastic containers aren’t as watertight as you think.

A Watched Pot Never Boils

With these electric kettles, boiling water has never been so easy, quick, or precise.

Is Drinking Shower Water Bad?

Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink.

Just Add Water

A taste test of dehydrated backpackers' chili.

Pomegranates, Dried Limes, Rose Water

A primer on Persian, a.k.a. Iranian, food.

Grilled Chicken Sausages with Peach-Sage Skewers

A quick grilling recipe with lots of summer flavor.

Can You Cook with the Water Used to Soak Beans?

It depends if you have problems with gas.

Can You Filter Vodka in a Water Filter?

It’ll taste better, but it’s still bad.

Should You Put Oil in Pasta Water?

Only if you want slimy spaghetti.

Do I Need to Replace the Water in My Kettle?

Maybe boiling it twice makes it extra-good.