The smell of smoked meat wafting through the air is hard to beat. Your mouth will be watering the second you start to smell the aroma of wood smoke and taste juicy tender meat. Barbecue is an American staple. For a true aficionado, the portable smoker is the new must-have when it comes to BBQ equipment.  Portable smokers utilize wood chips that you place in the hopper. A fan inside the ...

Since 2004 there has been a 300% increase in veganism in America. So, historical memories of struggling to shop vegan are outdated! Now, you can shop vegan wherever you like and order plant-based in most restaurants. But it's not always as easy as just buying the ingredients; you need to know how to cook them. If you aren't a natural-born cook, this can seem like a daunting chore. So, if you're ...

Did you know that the average American spends around 60 minutes in the kitchen each day? If you love cooking but wish you could be faster and more productive, then getting new knives might do the trick. It may not seem like much, but trying to work with low-quality knives can sabotage your efforts. So how can you tell which knife set options are worth it? Keep reading to learn about 5 things you ...

If you're tired of returning home from the grocery store only to find the produce you spent your hard-earned money on is spoiled, it may be time to skip the big chain stores. Buying local produce like fruits, vegetables, and meats has so many benefits. Not only are there economic benefits, but it also helps save you money in the long run. If you're not sure why you should start buying ...

If there's been one major benefit to everyone being stuck in their homes for the past year and a half, it's this: Home cooking has positively exploded. People who would have regularly eaten out or relied on pre-made frozen meals are trying their hands at new recipes. (And yes, this includes bread making! In fact, some crafty students took to baking bread for charity). Here is a quick read on ...