Can a Nutribullet Grind Coffee? (Avoid This One Thing)
Can a Nutribullet grind coffee? It sure can, but you should take out the regular Nutribullet blade and replace it with the milling blade base. Here’s an example of a Milling Blade. Among a Nutribullet, marble mortar and pestle, a hand burr grinder, and a hand blade grinder, if I wanted a coarse grind, I’d […]
Can You Grind Coffee Beans in a Ninja Blender
A freshly brewed coffee tastes and smells the best when it’s made with fresh ground coffee beans, and you know it. Blenders aren’t the top recommended way to grind coffee beans, but using a sledgehammer to break the beans (or whatever creative way) isn’t advised either. The ninja blender — as a whole spices grinder, […]
Can I Grind Coffee in my Vitamix?
Fresh ground coffee beans is a smell that drags us to the kitchen, and a brewed cup of coffee with your own grind is delectable. If you don’t have a coffee grinder, or are avoiding yet another appliance, DIY grinders can be messy and leave you with a too-coarse, or uneven grind. This begs the […]
What Can You Use Instead of a Coffee Filter?
No coffee lover likes to skip their daily dose of caffeine, especially in the morning, but imagine not being able to make coffee because you forgot to buy new filters. Instant coffee or unfiltered coffee like Cowboy Coffee or Turkish Coffee isn’t for everyone, so don’t panic! There are a lot of alternatives to traditional […]
Best Coffee Maker Under $100
You may have previously read our recipe for making a perfect cup of coffee, here again, we are presenting you with great coffee makers available on a budget to help coffee drinker achieve their most delicious cup. By going through this guide, you will find it easy to select the best coffee maker under $100 […]
Best Buy Coffee Grinder
In this guide we present you with the best four coffee grinders, including the top-rated OXO Brew Burr Coffee Grinder! It is best in terms of affordability and helps you achieve the cup of coffee that a coffee-lover desires before a hectic day. In this article, we have reviewed the best buy coffee grinders for […]
How To Descale Breville Coffee Maker
To create the perfect cup of coffee, one of the most important elements is fresh, clean water. Our tap water consists of minerals and deposits which can lead to a poor tasting cup of coffee and can also impact the performance of your Breville coffee machine. If your Breville coffee maker clogs up from time […]
Best Thermal Coffee Carafe to Buy In 2022
If you are a coffee lover, one of the essential pieces of equipment to have is a coffee thermal carafe. A thermal carafe is a double-walled cylinder made from stainless steel. It helps to keep the coffee warm for hours after you’ve brewed it. Also, if you like to take coffee your fresh, hot coffee […]
How Do You Like Your Coffee?
The world of coffee is interesting. You can find the most unusual coffee combinations at some shops, and there are always people willing to try them! One such example is the Vietnamese Iced Coffee or Ca Phe Da, which combines dark roasted coffee with condensed milk. Another is Cheese-Flavored Coffee (Yes, it is a thing!) […]
What Is Blonde Roast Coffee?
Blonde roast coffee is the most mellow coffee you will find on the market. This type of coffee uses light roasted coffee beans to brew the beverage. The coffee beans bring out the most authentic taste of coffee beans possible and give you refreshing yet a concentrated shot of caffeine. To completely understand what blonde […]
How to make the perfect cup of coffee
Learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee at home with the proper coffee beans, equipment, water, temperature, and even the best mug! Are you tired of tasting burnt, bitter coffee? This, unfortunately, plagues a lot of coffee drinkers who brew their own and even those who seek out a local coffee house. It […]
Ninja Blender Wont Start (6 Easy Fixes)
What do I do if my Ninja blender wont start? This is an infuriating issue. Here are the most common reasons a Ninja won’t turn on and what to do about it so you can make that delicious smoothie like a true Ninja chef. What to do when your Ninja blender wont start When your […]
What Blender Does Starbucks Use
If you’re in the market for a new blender for a home kitchen, look to restaurant and cafe choices. Starbucks blends hot and cold drinks, which makes this cafe an interesting market to look to when deciding on a blender that will be used for similar purposes at home. So what blender does Starbucks use […]
How Much Juice Is in One Orange
John McPhee authored Oranges, a book that grew from the cups of juice he sipped along his commute, and the world’s craving for more juice. I’ve discovered fresh-squeezed orange juice that’s squeezed into plastic cups from little carts that dot my Andes pueblo, and I’ve noticed with McPhee that fresh-squeezed orange juice changes in color […]
The Best Way to Clean Waffle Iron
There’s something magical about the crispy grid on a waffle that traps the pools of melted butter and sweet syrup. Savory or sweet, waffle batter inevitably expands and spills out of the iron during the baking process. Baked-on and sticky batter makes for an unwelcoming cleaning process that leaves you engulfed in immense disappointment and […]
How Long Does Waffle Batter Last?
Waffles are an excellent addition to any brunch or breakfast. Topped with maple syrup, these morning treats are a favorite across the globe. Nevertheless, there’s no denying that whipping up waffle batter every day or a few times a week can become a hassle. For that reason, it doesn’t hurt to store away extra batter […]
Best Waffle Maker With Removable Plates
Nothing beats freshly-made waffles from the comfort of your home. If you’re looking to fill up your kitchen with the mouthwatering aroma of hot waffles by treating you and your loved ones to one of these treats, then a waffle iron is right up your alley. The good news is that making fresh waffles is […]
Best Thin Waffle Maker
The best thin waffle makers will allow you to create a mouthwatering breakfast or brunch in a jiffy while a fresh cuppa Joe brews out of your coffee maker or while you indulge in a fresh juice from your Breville juicer. Regardless of whether you’re feeling adventurous enough to host breakfast for dinner or you […]
Can a Vitamix Replace a Food Processor
Eventually forks, knives, the backs of spoons, and the mortar and pestle don’t cut it like a food processor or Vitamix can. When I lived in a small town in West Africa, my giant wooden mortar and pestle and I whipped out the finest fish nuggets, salsas, and sauce bases. I missed smoothies though, and […]
What is Rosemary and Culinary Uses
In the kitchen, we steep it in olive oil and drizzle it everywhere, make tea, and pop its dried or fresh sprigs in stews and meat dishes while they cook. Its one of those aromatic plants that grows tall and hairy along the sidewalk to the park. Its essential oils bust from the leaves when […]
Best Breville Juicer
As you may have noticed in our ultimate guide to juicing, the Breville Juice Fountain Plus was our top recommended product, but there are more Breville juicers than just the Juice Fountain Plus. In this article, we’re going to discuss the best Breville juicers so that you know which is the one you should pick […]
The Best Blenders for Frozen Drinks and Ice
No matter what type of frozen drinks you enjoy, choosing the best blender for handling ice and frozen ingredients will help you achieve that perfect consistency. However, some of the lower-quality blenders can really struggle when it comes to blending and ice crushing, which can result in drinks with an uneven consistency and large chunks […]
What is Cinnamon and How to Cook with it
Cinnamon Toast, Snicker doodle cookies, and the oh-so-delicious Cinnamon Rolls all get their signature flavor from this amazing spice. What is Cinnamon? Cinnamon spice comes from the inner bark of the cinnamon tree. It’s the spicy warmth found in sweet and savory Indian cuisines, as a flavoring for snacks and cereals, and as a delicious […]
What Are Cloves And How To Cook With Them
This little tac-like spice really packs a lot of flavor and aroma. I’ve been adding it to hot drinks and I’ve revealed its use in several favorite baked goods. Here’s this spice’s history, and how you can incorporate it into your everyday cooking. What Are Cloves? A clove is the dried flower bud from the […]
What is Sumac And How To Cook With It
Sumac is a beautiful flowering tree that makes its way into Middle Eastern cooking and my summer tea. The natural color of the sumac berry offers a gorgeous touch to drinks and salad sprinkles, as well as a bright lemony flavor that brightens lamb kabobs and bowls of hummus. Don’t let this spice confine you […]
What is Nutmeg? An Easy Spice to Re-imagine Cooking
Nutmeg is one of the easiest spices to cook with whole. While nutmeg can be bought in its ground or powdered form, I buy whole nutmeg and store it in the kitchen cabinet next to the coffee and the grater. There are several dishes you likely make that could be enhanced with this easy-to-use spice. […]
What is Baharat? Meals Will Pop With This Spice
I’d never heard of baharat, but when I read the ingredient list of this delicious Middle Eastern spice mix, I realized I’ve created it on accident many times when experimenting with Middle Eastern marinated olives. So here’s the scoop so you can make this wonderful spice yourself or pinpoint it in your next ethnic food […]
How to Whisk Matcha
Have you ever had matcha before? Matcha is a type of tea that has become super popular, becoming a staple in coffee and tea shops around the world. It’s a unique drinking experience, coming in the form of a super fine powder that needs to be whisked with liquid to be consumed. Traditional matcha drinkers […]
How to Sharpen a Knife Without a Sharpener
A kitchen knife is an essential tool in any kitchen, but it’s no use to you if it isn’t nice and sharp! Thankfully, there are many solutions to this problem. From sharpening rods to knife sharpener blocks, there are a wide variety of tools available today to help you sharpen knife blade with ease. However, […]
How to Sharpen a Fillet Knife
A sharp fillet knife is a good fillet knife! These delicate tools are perfect for cutting fish because of their flexibility, and razor-sharp edge. If you’re a fish lover (cooking things like our amazing recipes for trout, tilapia, or cod) you probably have one of these in your kitchen. To get the most out of […]
The Best Whisk
If you’re ready to whip up something special in the kitchen, you’re going to want a whisk at the ready! These handy kitchen tools are beloved by all kinds of cooks, becoming an essential item for many in the kitchen. There is a wide variety of different kinds of whisks out there, meaning there’s a […]
What is Cardamom? A Complete Guide to this Delicious Spice
Cardamom is a sweet and savory spice used in recipes throughout the world. Cardamom is primarily found in Asian and Indian cuisine, but can also be found in some Central and South American dishes. It can be purchased in most grocery store spice aisles and online. Let’s take a look at what I’ve learned about this spice, some recipe suggestions, as well as a few tips when cooking with it.
The Best Matcha Whisk
Matcha is a green tea drink that has exploded into popularity in recent years. What used to be a drink enjoyed mainly in East Asia has now gone global, appearing everywhere from coffee shops to the average home kitchen. People are interested in using the ingredient everywhere, from fancy drinks to even fancier desserts. The […]
The Best Saucepan
If you are heating any liquid, the saucepan should be your first choice in cookware. Saucepans are a staple in professional kitchens and home kitchens alike for both their dependability and versatility. And, if you take care of this pan and treat it well, it can last a lifetime. If you don’t already own one, […]
Safe Food Handling Tips
These are the most important safe food handling tips that every home cook needs to know. Learn from experts and food professionals how to minimize germs, bacteria, and the risk of cross-contamination in your home kitchen. Few things make us shudder like the thought of food poisoning. You know the symptoms (and we don’t need […]
19 Best Tips to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half
You would celebrate if you could cut your grocery bill in half, right? But, besides the obvious savings, these tips can help turn your kitchen into an enjoyable space, not a reminder of how you can’t seem to keep up with demand or find an item when you need it. A space that, no matter […]
12 ways to organize your kitchen to be more efficient
There’s nothing worse for your cooking habit than a messy, disorganized kitchen. Keeping your kitchen organized doesn’t have to be a lot of work and you don’t have to have tons of storage space if you have the right tools. If you struggle to organize the kitchen or keep things in order, these tips can […]
Exactly How to Make the Perfect Cup of Tea at Home
Tea is such a part of what makes us human. For nearly everywhere in the world, tea is what people offer friends, and many people drink tea every day. So it’s worth it to learn exactly how to make the perfect cup of tea at home. The difference between a well-brewed, perfect cup of tea […]
