Hand Warmers

Drinks that’ll keep you warm inside even when it’s cold outside. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Regan Burns)

Can Microwaved Water Explode?

Superheated water means trouble. (By Roxanne Webber)

Is Carbonated Water Bad for You?

It depends on the water in question. (By Jason Horn)

But I Only Drank Water!

If you don’t order as much, do you have to split the bill? (By Helena Echlin)

Fancy Tonic Water Not Worth the Fancy Price

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

Does Bottled Water Ever Go Bad?

Plastic containers aren’t as watertight as you think. (By Jason Horn)

A Watched Pot Never Boils

With these electric kettles, boiling water has never been so easy, quick, or precise. (By Louisa Chu)

Is Drinking Shower Water Bad?

Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink. (By Roxanne Webber)

Just Add Water

A taste test of dehydrated backpackers' chili. (By Michele Foley)

Pomegranates, Dried Limes, Rose Water

A primer on Persian, a.k.a. Iranian, food. (By Zoe Singer)

Can You Cook with the Water Used to Soak Beans?

It depends if you have problems with gas. (By Roxanne Webber)

Can You Filter Vodka in a Water Filter?

It’ll taste better, but it’s still bad. (By Michele Foley)

Should You Put Oil in Pasta Water?

Only if you want slimy spaghetti. (By Michele Foley)

Do I Need to Replace the Water in My Kettle?

Maybe boiling it twice makes it extra-good. (By Roxanne Webber)

Does Drinking Ice Water Burn Calories?

Hydration, maybe; weight loss, doubtful. (By Roxanne Webber)