We all have sugar in our pantry. You can never run out of it as it’s a staple in every household. So, you just found a long-forgotten pack of white sugar in the cupboard. You check the date, and it has passed the expiration date on the label. This situation leads you to one big …
So, you’ve just heard about kombucha tea from one of your friends. It’s always interesting to sample a new food item. Since you are totally new to this fizzy-looking drink, you want to learn a bit more before making a purchase. Perhaps, you decide to make kombucha at home. However, you are not sure about …
Orange juice is part of your morning breakfast. Stocking up some extra cartons is what you always do. Hence, you can’t help but pick up a few packs when it’s on discount. When you’re doing a thorough cleaning, you find an unopened orange juice that has passed the best-by date. Does this mean that orange …
If a cup of coffee is part of your morning routine, chances are you have coffee supply somewhere in the kitchen. While cleaning up your cupboard, you came across a jar of instant coffee that’s a few months past its “best by date”. This situation begs a question: Is it okay to drink expired coffee? …
So, you got premium loose leaf tea for your birthday present. You treasure the leaves so much that you brew it only on special occasions. Until one day, you realize that it has passed the “best by” date. Does this mean that loose leaf tea goes bad? Or, you just discovered a new passion as …
Honey is a must-have item in every household. It’s the first thing you’re looking for when you have a sore throat or a cold. Lemon water with honey is a classic remedy for every living soul. Honey is also a food item that takes forever to finish a bottle, especially if you only use it …
It’s Sunday morning, and you’re craving for freshly baked pancakes with drizzles of maple syrup. Sadly, you’re not sure if your Grade A maple syrup is still good to use. It’s been staying in the fridge, but you have no idea since when. So, you’re wondering: Does maple syrup go bad? How do you know …
In the middle of cleaning, you find half-opened corn syrup in the back of your pantry shelf. It looks old and a little dusty. Perhaps, it’s been left untouched for months, which you don’t remember exactly. You’re thinking of using the syrup for pancakes, or maybe pecan pie. However, you doubt if the syrup is …
So, you’re curious about blue cheese. Although it looks strange, you’ve heard that it makes an excellent accompaniment for steak. Some people also love this moldy cheese on their salads. But, is it safe to eat blue cheese? Perhaps you’re planning to host a wine tasting. Of course, a cheese board is a must. You’re …
What’s more classic than a bagel with cream cheese and smoked salmon? Or maybe cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting? Everything tastes much better with this soft cheese. We all love hoarding foods. You know, just in case the craving strikes. You were too enthusiastic about grocery shopping, that you actually bought cream cheese more …