This week's episode of The Sporkful is all about soda. But let's not forget the basics -- like: What's the best way to enjoy a standard soft drink -- all on its own?
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Which is better for a hangover--home fries or hash browns? I discuss breakfast potato minutiae with Slate's L.V. Anderson. Plus my annual New Year's eating resolution.
If cooking, hosting, guesting or eating at Thanksgiving has you stressed, The Sporkful is here to help, with assists from Mo Rocca, NY Times food editor Sam Sifton, and drinks maven Rosie Schaap.
Dan was scarred by tequila at a young age and hasn't been able to drink it for years. Now, he sets out to overcome his aversion and learn to appreciate good tequila, with help from an expert.
Water is H2O. When you add CO2 it produces carbonic acid, which accounts for seltzer's taste. At first I thought that made it something other than water, because it's not simply H2O anymore. But by that logic flavored water isn't water either. So what do you think?
Take your shindig to the next level by classing up your cocktail service. And don't be afraid to make frozen drinks in the winter. Seasons are just a construct, man.