today is Mar 29, 2023
Mark Frauenfelder
I consume two packets of Trader Joe's ginger juice powder dissolved in hot water almost every day. It's not like regular ginger tea, which is just the ground-up root of the ginger plant.
As the package copy for Trader Joe's 100% ginger juice drink mix says, "We take fresh ginger grown in Northern Thailand — which is known to be a bit sweet — and press the fresh ginger roots for its juice and use spray-dry technology to transform it into powder. Instead of overwhelming earthiness, you get a delicate, easy-dissolving powder with concentrated ginger flavor."
I recently found a new use for it in cooking. I was making sesame chicken from the recipe in BudgetBytes, which called for ginger. We didn't have any, so I substituted about 1/2 a packet of ginger powder. It turned out great! If you have a Trader Joe's in your area, I recommend giving it a try.
I saw Mark's post about the Kingsford charcoal chimney, and I 100% co-sign on the awesomeness of charcoal chimneys. I wanted to share a trick for the fastest and easiest way to start a charcoal chimney. Back in the aughts, a friend gave me a Weber 20-inch kettle grill, and memories of my uncle gleefully… READ THE REST
No matter how expansive their palates can be, most foodies still have comfort meals that are familiar favorites. Being adventurous with your tastes can be fun, but there's nothing like returning to the tried and true classics. Judging by recent news from Netflix, I suppose the same concept applies to food television. The streaming giant… READ THE REST
The simple answer to why roasted vegetables from a restaurant taste so good: lots of fat and salt and high heat. Refer to the list below and watch Ethan Chlebowski's useful instructional video for the full answer. Salt is the seasoning, not herbs or spices Use fats, thoughtfully Embrace high heat (+ convection) Give the… READ THE REST
Looking online for your next vacation destination is all fun and games until you take a quick gander at the fine print. Between general rates, fees, and other expenses, a trip out of town can really put a dent in your wallet. But with the year you've had so far, getting away is a non-negotiable… READ THE REST
Every Father's Day, there comes a feeling of extreme love for the fathers and role models in your life. But right behind that feeling is often a feeling of dread — not because you don't love celebrating all the dads in your life, but because you have no idea what to get them as a gift.… READ THE REST
It's hard to dispute that one of the best innovations of the past twenty years is the iPad. It's revolutionized the way people consume media on the go, including how they read and scroll timelines in their downtime. Plus, they can enable you to do some downright cool and interesting stuff. But the biggest downside of purchasing an iPad… READ THE REST