Techniques - Page 2

May 20, 2026

Backseat grillmeisters are the absolute worst and other petty complaints about BBQing

The Gripe Report takes on BBQ season with complaints about long cook times, regional snobs, disappointing restaurants, and unwanted grilling advice.

May 17, 2026

'Extremely rare' 2,000-year-old bread loaf unearthed at Roman legionary camp

Switzerland's first Roman bread was found at the ancient Vindonissa site, a charred 2,000-year-old loaf that officials call an "extremely rare" discovery.

May 16, 2026

Canadian Police respond to BBQ food theft, culprit found to be fox with mouthful of hot dogs

Canadian police investigated a BBQ goods theft in Alberta and found the culprit was a fox caught red-handed stealing hot dogs from an outdoor cook.

May 16, 2026

Ban on backyard barbecues on certain days in California floated as others push back hard

Democratic Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman is facing backlash for proposing a ban on backyard barbecues on Red Flag warning days as wildfire debates intensify.

May 15, 2026

Scientists used electricity on coffee and discovered what makes it taste good

University of Oregon researchers used a battery-testing tool to identify coffee's chemical fingerprint, aiming to help cafés replicate consistent flavor.

May 7, 2026

Common grilling mistake could strip fish of key nutrients and ruin your meal, experts warn

A Lao American chef is warning people against grilling fish fillets, saying these fall apart easily, and shares tips for grilling whole fish with better results.

May 3, 2026

Four common kitchen habits that chefs say home cooks need to stop doing immediately

Professional chefs say these four common kitchen mistakes, including cross-contamination and dull knives, put home cooks at risk of injury and illness.

May 2, 2026

Martha Stewart's gorgeous party trick promises to keep your vodka ice-cold for hours

Martha Stewart's frozen vodka presentation is going viral again, with millions discovering her flower-studded ice block entertaining hack this summer.

April 30, 2026

Grill accessories to upgrade your BBQ game – from brushes to thermometers, starting at $8

Get ready for grilling season with essential tools like gloves, brushes, tongs and aprons, including select items on sale.

April 29, 2026

Burger King fans swear a simple trick gets you a fresher Whopper, but not everyone is convinced

A simple Burger King ordering hack could transform your next Whopper. Fans say requesting it "hot off the broiler" makes a noticeable difference in taste.