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Types of Tea: A Beginner's Guide Icon
Types of Tea: A Beginner's Guide

Want to know the differences between the types of tea? Our beginner's guide explains tea varieties, steeping recommendations, and more.

Chill a Mountain of Beer in Minutes, the Bartender’s Way Icon
Chill a Mountain of Beer in Minutes, the Bartender’s Way

Need a how-to for quickly chilling hundreds of bottles of beer for your next event? KaTom has you covered with this handy guide.

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5 Alternative Uses for a Brute Trash Can by Rubbermaid

Put your Rubbermaid to work at work or home with these five hacks for the commercial-strength Brute trash cans.

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Understanding the Types of Sugar in Your Kitchen

Learn everything you need to know about caster sugar, brown sugar, and other types of sugar with KaTom's short and sweet guide.

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12 Basic Cooking Techniques

KaTom's guide to some of the basic cooking techniques you'll find in recipes will teach you about deglazing a pan, julienning, and more.

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What is Caster Sugar?

Caster sugar is a type of sugar that's frequently used in desserts, baked goods, and cocktail recipes. Learn about it with KaTom's guide.

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Marzipan & How to Make It

What is Marzipan? Learn about this sweet confectionery's history and how it's used to make Instagram-worthy cakes and delicious desserts.

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5 Ways to Infuse Grilled Food With Flavor

Infuse your grilled foods with flavor using these five methods! KaTom's guide explains basting, brining, and more.

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Baking Soda vs. Baking Powder

What's the difference between baking soda and baking powder? KaTom explains how to successfully swap one for the other in a recipe.

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How to Use a Pizza Stone

Learn how to use a pizza stone step by step, including first-time setup, oven and grill tips, plus how to clean and care for a pizza stone.

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12 Menu Items & Ingredients You May Be Mispronouncing

Don't let the fear of mispronouncing a dish keep you from trying new food. Use KaTom's pronunciation guide to place orders with confidence.

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Weighing Liquid vs Dry Measuring Cups

Choosing the right measuring cup can help you get accurate measurements with no mess. Learn about liquid vs dry measuring cups with KaTom.

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Using a Springform Pan

Springform pans simplify dish removal, ensuring foods remain intact after they bake. Learn what is a springform pan and more with KaTom.

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The Differences Between Types of Cooking

Join KaTom as we explore the benefits and drawbacks of different types of cooking. Learn how each piece of restaurant equipment cooks.

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Using a Double Boiler

Not sure how to use a double boiler? Wondering if you can make your own? Learn more about cooking with this type of pot with KaTom's guide.

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Lard & How to Use It

Rediscover the benefits of lard cooking with the KaTom blog. From chicken to pie crusts, lard brings a unique deliciousness to dishes.

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How to Properly Freeze Your Fresh Produce

Learn how to freeze your fresh fruits and vegetables, extending their shelf life. This KaTom article will go over all the necessary steps.

What is a Carbon Steel Knife Patina? Icon
What is a Carbon Steel Knife Patina?

Over time, carbon steel knives will form a dull gray finish called a "patina." Click to learn about this phenomenon and whether it's beneficial.

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Secrets of the Dough Whisperers

Cookie-loving food bloggers reveal their secrets for perfectly baked treats. Learn about cookie sheet temperature, packaging, and more.

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So You Want to Properly Set Tables

Get some pointers for setting restaurant tables, whether for a formal banquet or in an informal chain steakhouse.

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Measurements & Conversions

Learn about the benefits of weighing by volume or weight and use our recipe converter charts to get the best results with either method.