Sara Klimek

Norwich

Training Editor at Tasting Table

Training Editor at Chowhound

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Articles

13 Bed-And-Breakfast Etiquette Rules Everyone Should Know

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

Experienced travelers know that your accommodations can make or break a trip. While there are countless options for where to stay, none are quite as homey and welcoming as a bed-and-breakfast. Hotels can often feel sterile and corporate, while B&Bs tend to have more character and are typically owned and staffed by hosts who genuinely want their guests to feel at home.
The Definitive Ranking Of Aldi Potato Chips

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

I loved Aldi before it was cool -- a fact I am quite proud of. Over the years, it's been my go-to store for nearly everything, from chocolate bars and ice cream to, most importantly, potato chips -- the reason we're gathered here today. For a store that only carries about 1,400 products at any given time, Aldi boasts an impressive selection of potato chip flavors.
13 Baking Steels And Stones From Amazon

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Baking steels and stones are far from the cheapest kitchen items that you can add to your online shopping cart (so you may indeed feel a little pained after seeing the price tag on some high-end options), but if you love to bake perfectly crisp homemade pizza or experiment with certain types of bread, you know that they're essential items to have on hand.
17 Creative Ways To Use Hot Honey

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

There are a lot of foods out there that get a ton of hype for seemingly no reason. Dubai chocolate is grossly overrated, olive oil on ice cream is a waste of time (and of high-quality olive oil), and hot honey ... well, actually, hot honey can stick around as long as it likes. This spicy-sweet condiment is deserving of every ounce of praise it's ever been given -- and then some.
14 Reusable Grocery Bags From Amazon That Are Absolutely Worth It

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are a few things you need for a great grocery shopping experience, no matter where you're shopping: an efficient list, your wallet, and more reusable bags than you think you'll need. Not too long ago, grocery stores provided paper or plastic bags to customers. But now, to cut down on single-use bags, some states and chains have started charging customers extra for them.
14 Tips For Baking Better Scones

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

There are some bakes that are just as easy to make as they look -- think chocolate chip cookies and brownies. Others, like croissants and kouign-amann, look difficult for a reason. Then there are scones: While they may look simple, making a good one is surprisingly tricky. Scones, for those unfamiliar with the classic British treat, are dry and biscuit-like pastries commonly enjoyed during afternoon tea.
No Garden Space? No Problem. These 16 Veggies Can Be Grown In A Pot

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

If you have a green thumb, your version of paradise may be an expansive garden covered in vegetable plants, vines, and sprouts. But the good news is that you can reap the physical, emotional, and -- best of all -- edible benefits of gardening even in a small space, all thanks to container gardening. This method of plant cultivation can be done indoors or outdoors and has a relatively low barrier to entry.
16 Foods That Benefit From A Dash Of MSG

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

If we were giving out awards for the most vilified foods ever made, monosodium glutamate (MSG) would certainly be at the top of the list. This crystalline powder is a food additive that increases umami -- a flavor that's often defined as being "savory" or "meaty." The glutamate ("G" in MSG) naturally appears in a range of foods, including tomatoes, mushrooms, processed meats, and nuts.
15 Creative Ways To Use Black Garlic

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you have spent any length of time in the kitchen, you are probably more than familiar with garlic. This beloved allium is found in an array of different cuisines, from Asian to Mediterranean, and almost just as many dishes. While garlic has gotten its fair share of time in the limelight, it has pushed other derivatives of it -- like black garlic -- to the wayside.
16 Best Sauces To Dip Your Pizza In

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Sara Klimek

Pizza is a food that's beloved by many, and it's easy to see why. You can customize the pie's sauce base, stick with the classic shredded mozzarella or dive into more flavorful cheeses, and mix and match your toppings, but you can also complete your bite by serving it with a dipping sauce. Pizza can stand on its own more comfortably than other foods commonly accompanied with dipping sauces, like fries and chicken nuggets.