The choice between steel, iron, copper, and aluminum has never been more confusing! There are pots and pans of every variety these days, including hybrids of multiple metals. Which is best? Here's the chemistry behind metal in your kitchen.
Why are mustard seeds hot like chili peppers? Why is some mustard bright and mellow, while others are murky and hot? Here's the quick breakdown on how mustard works in the kitchen!
The painful headache that accompanies some of our favorite icy treats is something that even doctors and scientists debate. There are a few theories that have been put forward to help explain the pain, and I've got some quick remedies to help you quell the nasty feeling when it starts to attack!
Why do so many cookie recipes insist that you cream butter and sugar together? And why are the instructions so vague? Do you know what's happening when you cream butter and sugar? Here's the scientific analysis of that ever-important instruction.
What happens to your food in the deep, dark, recesses of the freezer? Here's a quick scientific breakdown of the process of freezer burn and what you can do to help prevent it!
Are soufflés really as tricky as you've been led to believe? Trust me, when you look at them scientifically, it's pretty easy to make them perfectly every time.
Want to salute the end of summer with something extra special? Try making some sorbet with fresh fruit from the farmer's market and spike it with a little wine!
Ever wonder why some ice is clear and some is cloudy? Here's the real science behind frozen water, and a great DIY for you and your family. Make an enormous ice cube this weekend for a snow cone party!
Looking for an educational DIY to tackle with your kids? Look no further! Here's a great way to learn about magnets, while getting messy with some homemade slime.
Ever wonder how charcoal is made? Or which fuel is best for cooking outdoors? Look no further! Here's all the information you need to better understand your grill.
Oh, the delectable cranberry! It sings a tart song, brightly. But how do we get cranberries from the fields to the tables? And just what makes that jellied cranberry sauce jiggle so much?
A favorite treat around the New Year in Japan, mochi is a sweet bun made from rice. I learned from a mochi master in Japan how to make the treat, it takes a lot of muscle!
Sophie and I had a blast talking about the science, history, and nutritional benefits of sesame. And I get to make one of my favorite desserts, halvah!
