Vanilla extract is a kitchen staple that often sits on the shelf for quite some time before use. But is it still safe to use?

Most bakers generally prefer to use real vanilla extract in their recipes. However, there are instances when the imitation ...

Make your own homemade vanilla extract with vanilla beans and rum! This easy 2-ingredient recipe creates a rich, aromatic ...

From an extra egg to subbing in melted butter, her go-to tricks could make even a plain vanilla cake mix taste almost ...

The tonka bean’s robust scent comes from the presence of coumarin, a naturally occurring organic compound that’s also found in Cassia cinnamon and some licorice roots. The beans themselves grow on the ...

September marks the return of a familiar, albeit unwelcome, guest. Find out what attracts them and how to keep them at bay.

The past several months have been filled with multiple reasons to celebrate, including milestone birthdays for various ...

This labor-intensive Danish pastry has found a permanent home in North Dakota. Many Danish-style kringle makers build up to ...

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Researchers at UBC have found a way to mimic the elusive Schwinger effect using superfluid helium, where vortex pairs appear ...

The history of vanilla is deeply entwined with colonialism and slavery, marked by the remarkable yet tragic story of Edmond Albius, a 12-year-old enslaved boy from Réunion Island who revolutionized ...

Meaghan is an editor and writer who also has experience practicing holistic medicine as an acupuncturist and herbalist. She's passionate about helping individuals live full, healthy and happy lives at ...