All About Oysters Hmm, Hmm, Hmm. We do love oysters in our house. I personally only like them freshly shucked and served with cocktail sauce or mignonette sauce but my wife and daughters like them baked, fried or even grilled. What Exactly Are Oysters? Oysters... More »
The secret ingredient in every one of our Five Two products has always been our community. Using your input and reviews, we design the ultimate tools, and that goes for our latest drop of bakeware and barware. From easy-release loaf pans to brass bottle stoppe... More »
We’ve teamed up with NOLET’S Gin to share a few of the warmest and brightest holiday cocktails. These sips come together with NOLET’S Silver Gin, a floral spirit that’s been crafted with over 330 years of distilling expertise by the Nolet family using real bot... More »
Hosting feels a bit like playing grown-up. The ordinary tasks involved in having people over—texting out an invite, deciding on a menu, making a playlist—stand in stark contrast to the relaxed, inviting atmosphere of a house party. Remember house parties? The ... More »
A Christmas main can be many things: smoked ham, roast turkey, prime rib, red snapper, whole cauliflower. But whatever it is, there’s probably just one (maybe two if you’re accommodating different diets). The sides, on the other hand, are a chance to let loose... More »
Latkes are the best thing in the world, just the way they are. That's our starting premise, and we won't budge from it. However, we will say that even the best holiday snacks can always benefit from a push to be just a little bit better—especially when it come... More »
What Is Orzo Orzo is a type of pasta that is shaped like grains of rice. It is made from durum wheat flour and water and is usually cooked by boiling in water until it is tender. Orzo is often used in soups, salads, and other dishes to substitute rice or other... More »
What Is Cacio e Pepe? Cacio e Pepe, a classic Italian pasta dish, exemplifies the beauty of simplicity and the art of using a few high-quality ingredients to create a culinary masterpiece. With its origins deeply rooted in Rome, this iconic dish has been enjoy... More »
What Is the Difference Between Cream, Heavy Cream, and Half and Half? Let's start with half and half because I get quite a few emails from people not living in the United States asking me about it when they see it in one of my recipes. What is Half and Half? H... More »
What Is Guanciale and How to Cook With It Guanciale is a type of cured meat made from a pig’s jowl or cheek. It is an essential ingredient in many traditional Italian dishes, particularly in the central regions of Lazio and Umbria. In addition, it is a staple ... More »
Induction Cooktop All About Induction Cooktops We just renovated our kitchen and decided to put in an induction stovetop rather than another gas range. The reasons included more control of cooking temperatures, easier to clean, faster water boiling at altitude... More »
What Is Curry the Dish? People often confuse "curry the dish" and "curry the spice." In this post, I would like to look at curry, the dish, what it is, history, hotness levels, and much more. Curry is a beloved dish with roots in the Indian subcontinent and ha... More »