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The rules for tipping on takeout and delivery — and some other tips, too

Do you still tip 20 percent if you’re bringing your food home? Throw in a little extra for curbside pickup? Here are the etiquette commandments of COVID-era takeout and delivery.

How to Eat at a Restaurant Without Embarrassing Anyone

Learn the proper etiquette of dining out and avoid common mistakes. Here are some tips on what to or not to do in restaurants.

What Kind Of Hot Pepper Are You?

Grill Vegetables Before Pickling or Marinating Them

True, fermented pickles are always going to be more flavorful than quick pickles but, as Epicurious reports, Mark Bittman adds a bit of smoky depth by grilling the vegetables first.

Man Doesn’t Brush Teeth for 20 Years; Gets Fresh New Grill

Oral hygiene is important, that should be pretty obvious right? You HAVE to brush your teeth, or you could have a mouth that looks a little like this guy. A 21 year old man named Jay appeared on the UK television series Embarassing Bodies back in January and as you can tell by the reality …

Kitchen Tips for Freezing Fresh Herbs and Pesto Sauce

Freeze fresh herbs such as basil, chives, cilantro, parsley, mint or tarragon in ice cube trays and your fresh garden herb flavors will last several months.

How to Choose the Right Charcoal for Your Grill

Grilling charcoal this summer? Us, too. Here are a few of your options.

More Guac Please: Healthy Hacks On Your Fave Mexican Dishes

Going out for your fave Mexican restaurant? Here’s how to nom out and stay healthy. Whether it’s homemade, out of a to-go window or artistically plated at your favorite upscale restaurant, there’s no denying that Mexican cuisine is pretty great. But sadly, double-sided fried tortillas and cheese-loaded quesadillas usually don’t cut it when it comes to making healthy food choices. Luckily, we’ve found a way for you to keep tacos and empanadas in your life — with a side of guac. Here’s what…

A cobbler fresh off the grill

Cafe 222 owner takes baking outdoors in hot weather

12 Ways to Cook Fresh, Modern Mexican

Nothing against the taco, but Mexican food has a lot more to offer, from fresh and crunchy vegetable plates to creamy, coffee-spiked desserts.

You can Eat Low-Carb In a Mexican Restaurant

Low-carb Mexican eating is a cinch once you look past the tacos and enchiladas. Here's a guide to the Mexican restaurant menu, low-carb style.

A Taco Tale: History of the Taco

In this month's thebacklabel magazine we delved into the ways in which wine and tacos really aren't so different. Here you will find one of these pieces, but to stay up-to-date be sure to sign up f...

Here's How to Get That Smoky Flavor Without a Grill

Learning how to get smoky flavor without a BBQ is as simple as one ingredient: liquid smoke. Use it in creative ways to jazz up everything from carrots to mac and cheese.

5 Brilliant Ways to Build a Better Taco

5 Brilliant Ways to Build a Better Taco from Food Network

7 Surprising Things to Throw on the Grill

Hamburgers and hot dogs? Predictable. Read on for how to make your next backyard barbecue anything but boring.

How to Light a Charcoal Grill

Learn to light your charcoal grill using one of these two methods.