Revolutionary Tortilla Chip Breakthrough: It’s Not A Scoop, It’s A Dome
A discussion with a structural engineer about tortilla chips and the wonders of domes leads Dan to a Cinco de Mayo breakthrough. More
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In this new video series, Dan competes with Liza de Guia of Food Curated in totally absurd cooking challenges. First up: The number they pick from a hat is the only supermarket aisle they can shop in. It gets weird. More
In the first ever Sporkful with a live audience, Dan talks to Lee Frank of Nachos NY, Laura Anderson of Slate, and Chris Salgado of Chris's Awesome Guacamole. Voices are raised. Passions are inflamed. More
A discussion with a structural engineer about tortilla chips and the wonders of domes leads Dan to a Cinco de Mayo breakthrough. More
In this new video series, Dan competes with Liza de Guia of Food Curated in totally absurd cooking challenges. First up: The number they pick from a hat is the only supermarket aisle they can shop in. It gets weird. More
Dan and guest Eric Zorn of the Chicago Tribune cover most over- and underrated options. You'll be shocked by where Dan places the sandwich. Plus, a caller offers useful advice on navigating restaurant choices. More
French fries often swim before they die -- but in what? Mark argues against ketchup and in favor of mayo, while Dan draws his fry dipping approach from his 6th grade art teacher. More
The waffles depicted here may be loving, but they'll be more lovable adorned with toppings. Show your love for waffles everywhere by sharing your ideas for the best waffle toppings. More
We're researching for future shows and need your wise input. Upcoming topics include burger toppings, yogurt and s'mores. Keep nothing delicious to yourself - fellow Sporkful fans are counting on you to enlighten them and us. More
We search for the best way to make popcorn and the optimal seasoning beyond mere butter and salt. Stove top, microwave, popcorn maker and Jiffy Pop methods are all evaluated. More
We may not agree on the best type of gum, but we should all be able to agree that the artistic form of expression generally known as "music" reached its apex in the form of several classic gum jingles in the 1980's. More
What's the best way to cook a baked potato? What toppings are best? How should the toppings be layered? Any ideas for uncoventional toppings? We want your input, and photos of your research if available. More
Some of you have already weighed in on bread selection, sides, toasting, and of course, crunchy v. smooth peanut butter. Bacon, Nutella, banana, marshmallow, dill relish, and mayo have all gotten vigorous defenses as PB companions. But we want to know more. More