Grocery Shopping Tips amine chakour/Shutterstock Wagyu is the gold standard in beef – it stands apart from all other meats for its unparalleled tenderness and rich flavor, so much so that in 1997 the Japanese declared the Wagyu cow a national treasure and banned the export of live cattle to other countries. For those in the United States, enjoying Wagyu beef often comes at a hefty cost. We asked experts Maricel Gentile of Maricel's Kitchen, Dennis Turcinovic, owner of Delmonico's, and...

Exclusives Ramen is much more than a bowl of noodle soup; it is a symbol of Japanese culture. Ramen started life as a simple street food but has since become a global phenomenon, gaining huge popularity in the U.S. in the early 2000s. Today, ramen occupies a well-deserved place on the list of America's favorite foods. At Tasting Table, we have identified 27 commonly found types of ramen, but despite the wide variety, most are made from just three core components: broth, noodles, and...

No one knows the value of a well-organized fridge better than a professional chef. The busy nature of a chef's job requires quick and efficient access to ingredients that are guaranteed fresh and safe. To organize your fridge like a professional chef, you first need to understand the different areas of the fridge — their intended purpose and How the differing temperatures can affect your food. Storing food in the correct areas is essential to ensure there is no cross-contamination and that...