There's a reason celebrity chefs shower the microplane with praise. Here's how you can use it at home. More at Chatelaine.com

How To Use The Popular Microplane Grater

A Microplane grater is a kitchen workhorse. Here are five handy ways to use it.

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Newsflash: Gewürztraminer is not the best–or only–wine pairing for “Asian” cuisine.

When It Comes To Pairing Wines With Asian Cuisines, One Grape Does Not Fit All

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Add to the joy of cooking for others by cooking with them instead—this dumpling dinner feast is the perfect meal to cook with your guests.

Dumpling Feast: Recipes The Whole Family Can Help Make

Add to the joy of cooking for others by cooking with them instead—and get dinner on the table faster in the process.

5 Quick Dumpling Dinner Recipes The Whole Family Can Make

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It's not just for lettuce. From perfectly draining pasta to defrosting shrimp. here are six more smart ways to use this kitchen staple.

6 More Ways To Use Your Salad Spinner

6 More Ways To Use Your Salad Spinner (Beyond Making Salad)

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Salad spinners are useful for drying your salad greens, herbs and fruits. But did you know it can also be used in these six handy ways?

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This classic wintertime cocktail makes for a cozy sipper on cold nights. Best of all, this comforting drink is super easy to make!

3 Easy Ways To Make A Hot Toddy Cocktail

How To Make A Hot Toddy

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The $20 Kitchen Tool Top Chefs Swear By

When It Comes To Pairing Wines With Asian Cuisines, One Grape Does Not Fit All

A Delicious Dumpling Feast The Whole Family Can Help Make

6 More Ways To Use Your Salad Spinner (Beyond Making Salad)

How To Make A Hot Toddy