Cooking food is one of the activities that makes humanity unique. It's not just about what tastes good: advances in cooking technology have been a constant part of our progress, from the ability to ...

A panel of food safety professionals has discussed how best to use findings from research to improve food safety. Speaking during a webinar highlighting the role of scientific advice in protecting ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide expert advice on some of the most pressing challenges facing the nation and world. Our ...

Synthetic food dyes — and their links to neurobehavioral issues in children — are having a moment. Last month, California governor Gavin Newsom signed the California School Food Safety Act into law, ...

Jack Bishop. Credit: America’s Test Kitchen, Daniel J. van Ackere What’s the secret to making a fluffy omelet or the perfect pie dough? In this interview from 2012, Jack Bishop, now senior content ...

Eggs are a staple in kitchens around the world, but there is ongoing debate about whether they should be washed before cooking. Some people believe washing eggs removes harmful bacteria and makes them ...

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