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Why it’s OK to send restaurant food back

Are you really such a big deal? No. So stop worrying that you’ll make others feel awkward

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this oneSo, if not…

10 Things You Should Never Buy at the Dollar Store (and 10 You Should)

You can get a lot of stuff you need at the dollar store at unbeatable prices — just as long as you know what products are real bargains, and which ones really aren't.

How to Grill a Better Burger (and Steak)

Sharpen your grilling skills! These 10 simple tips for grilling burgers and steaks will help you cook juicier, tastier meat.

Mouth-Watering Regional Foods to Help You Plan Your Next Road Trip

One of the best reasons to go on a road trip is to discover mouth-watering new foods from across the country. Whether you’re hankering for a burrito or merely want some fried chicken, there are

The Secrets to a Perfect Date Night In

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at home this year with our secrets for the perfect romantic meal. Make it a Valentine’s Day date night in to remember.

Why restaurants are so loud nowadays

Is your espresso dying while you wait?

Its hard to say exactly where the idea of "dead espresso" originates. It is most likely an offshoot of Italian espresso tradition. For the Neapolitan drinker, crema, the layer of foam on top of the liquid espresso, is an essential part of a great coffee.

Making Lattes Without an Espresso Machine

All price references in this article are in US Dollars. Most coffee fans know that you need an espresso machine to make a latte. Lattes be they iced or hot require espresso and espresso come from an espresso machine. And unlike most coffee brewers which can be purchased for under $100 and often under $50, …

Forget Starbucks. Breville’s small, cheap espresso maker is all you need

Yes, you do have room in your tiny apartment for the Bambino Plus.

How to Clean a Super Automatic Espresso Machine

To get the best shot of espresso possible, you need to properly care for your super automatic machine. Here's how to clean a superautomatic espresso machine.

Xbar: A Pressure Profiling Espresso Machine Sans Power

Espresso Tonic is Proof that Bubbles Make Everything Better

Mixing espresso and tonic water may sound a little strange. But think of an espresso tonic as a fizzy, refreshing take on iced coffee. Get the recipe!

How Stronger than Espresso uniquely promotes healing after abuse

Seven times: statistics say that’s how often a victim of domestic abuse will leave and return to their abuser. It’s hard to rebuild a life after abuse. Founded by Dr. Brooke Jones, Stronger than Espresso would like to help survivors reclaim what their abusers took away. As their mission states, with healing comes strength. What was […]

McNally Jackson’s Espresso Book Machine: Write it. Print it. Now!

“I like the part where it pops out,” says Beth Steidle, who is one of two primary operators of McNally Jackson’s Espresso Book Machine. “It’s kind of like Willy Wonka.” But despite the analogy, thi…

Key Gadgets for your Coffee Corner

We grind you brew is more than our tagline, it’s a snapshot of the process to enrich life’s moments with coffee. In between, there are handy little tools that can make this process smooth and the final product tastier. Here’s a list of small gadgets for your coffee corner and why they are nice to […]

Swot shot: Secret to passing exams is large espresso after revision

A double espresso after revision might be the best way of preparing for an exam, new research suggests.