Martha Brennan

San Francisco

Reporter at Reach PLC

San Francisco based, Cork raised. Reporter and amateur baker. https://t.co/m2ose5p7Xp

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Don't Skip This Crucial Step Before Baking Trader Joe's Chocolate Croissants - Tasting Table

18 hours ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

Don't Skip This Crucial Step Before Baking Trader Joe's Chocolate Croissants Martha Brennan/Tasting Table There are so many hidden gems buried in the freezer section of Trader Joe's. It almost feels like every time I shop there, I discover a new frozen treat. There are cooked edamame beans, solid frozen Mexican foods, and delicious frozen mochi flavors.
Why Ina Garten Was 'Terrified' To Grill Steak And How She Overcame It

20 hours ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

Why Ina Garten Was 'Terrified' To Grill Steak And How She Overcame It Michael Loccisano/Getty Images Cooking a steak can be a simple yet terrifying cooking experience. A crowd-pleasing dish that's ready in no time, steaks are a staple both in fancy restaurants and home kitchens. What makes them scary is that they're just so easy to mess up — even, it seems, for experienced connoisseurs like Ina Garten.
The Absolute Best Jalapeño Chips You Can Buy Are Perfect For Dipping - Tasting Table

3 days ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

The Absolute Best Jalapeño Chips You Can Buy Are Perfect For Dipping Artiom Photo/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's nice to spice things up every so often when it comes to chips and dip. A charred tomato salsa, some fiery hot sauce, maybe a bowl of homemade, crave-worthy guacamole ... There are lots of simple ways to amp up your snack, but one of the easiest is to buy a bag of flavored chips.
What's The Purpose Of A Sink Skirt And Are They Still Popular?

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

What's The Purpose Of A Sink Skirt And Are They Still Popular? Toyakisphoto/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Just like with fashion, everything eventually comes back around in the world of interior design. It's the case with painted furniture, chandeliers, wallpapering a kitchen, even vintage mirrors. It also seems that some bathroom accents are on the come up, especially sink skirts.
How To Turn Any Juice Into A Soft Drink With One Addition

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

How To Turn Any Juice Into A Soft Drink With One Addition Dasha_Romanova/Shutterstock We have a love of bubbles here in the U.S. IBIS World reports that the average American is estimated to drink around 42 gallons of soda per year, while the country's sparkling water industry is expected to be worth a whopping $93 billion by 2030, according to a Brainy Insights report.
4 Expert Cooking Tips To Make Steak Fajitas 10X Better

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

4 Expert Cooking Tips To Make Steak Fajitas 10X Better Lisovskaya/Getty Images Michael Sambrooks is the owner of Candente, a Houston Tex-Mex restaurant that earned Michelin Bib Gourmand honors in 2024. At Candente, it all starts with the ingredients, and for steak fajitas, that means using the best cut of meat available. "Always start with a great quality outside skirt," Sambrooks says.
What To Look For In Coffee Packaging To Ensure Maximum Freshness

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

What To Look For In Coffee Packaging To Ensure Maximum Freshness Boy_anupong/Getty Images Many of us cherish our morning coffee. We all have our preferences, of course. Some like a dark roast, others a lighter breakfast blend. Maybe you're a fan of a homemade cafe latte, or a dash of vanilla coffee creamer.
What To Look For In Coffee Packaging To Ensure Maximum Freshness

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Martha Brennan

Many of us cherish our morning coffee. We all have our preferences, of course. Some like a dark roast, others a lighter breakfast blend. Maybe you're a fan of a homemade cafe latte, or a dash of vanilla coffee creamer. No matter what, we can probably all agree that fresh is best, and if you want to ensure that's what you get, then you need to look at the packaging your coffee comes in.
For The Perfect Cup Of Coffee, Drink It At This Temperature

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

For The Perfect Cup Of Coffee, Drink It At This Temperature Narong Khueankaew/Shutterstock Sometimes when we wake up in the morning, even the act of pouring coffee into a mug can feel like a struggle. We're not always concerned with the specifics; we just want the caffeine and comfort.
This Spindrift Sparkling Water Flavor Will Transport You To A Tropical Oasis - Tasting Table

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Martha Brennan

This Spindrift Sparkling Water Flavor Will Transport You To A Tropical Oasis PJ McDonnell/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. According to Spindrift, its island punch sparkling water is made with 7% real juice. It takes inspiration from the Hawaiian "POG" juice, which is a mixture of passionfruit, orange, and guava flavors.