Is Tenderizing Meat Worth It? Plus, How to Marinate and Tenderize Steak Perfectly Every Time
Is Tenderizing Meat Worth It? Plus, How to Marinate and Tenderize Steak Perfectly Every Time

Here’s why pounding a tough cut of meat is a great method for achieving tender results—plus, our favorite juicy steak marinade recipe.

3 min
What is a Food Mill? Plus, 6 Delicious Ideas for Using It
What is a Food Mill? Plus, 6 Delicious Ideas for Using It

At first look, a Food Mill(Opens in a new window) may seem like a complex, elusive, “for-professional-chef’s-only” tool (that is, if you know what it is at all). However, it’s among the most versatile and handy tools for chefs and home cooks alike.

3 min
How to Mise en Place Like a Pro
How to Mise en Place Like a Pro

Get your cooking off to a good start by by prepping all of the ingredients first, like professional chefs do. Learn how to mise en place with these handy tips.

4 min
Make Your Own Candy: Try These Easy Homemade Caramels
Make Your Own Candy: Try These Easy Homemade Caramels

Have you ever wanted to try making candy at home but were too intimidated by the process to try for yourself? We have tips and a caramel recipe to get you started.

5 min
How to Use a Food Scale for Baking Yummy Treats
How to Use a Food Scale for Baking Yummy Treats

Food scales have become a trusted tool in our kitchen, but not for the reason you'd expect. Here's how (and why) you should start using one during your next baking project.

4 min
Overcoming Fear of the Pour-Over
Overcoming Fear of the Pour-Over

One of the easiest and lowest-investment of both time and money is finally overcoming the hurdles that are preventing you from mastering your pour-over coffee game—but don’t worry, we are here to help!

5 min
Ask OXOnians: Our Biggest Cooking Challenges
Ask OXOnians: Our Biggest Cooking Challenges

When it comes to cooking, no two people are exactly alike (we’re pretty sure that’s what makes potlucks work so well). Chances are, though, you’ve run into a task (or many) that you find intimidating.

Despite our expertise, even OXOnians aren’t immune to this -- so when we design products, we consider our own challenges and fears, too. We asked OXOnians what they get nervous about when it comes to cooking, and how they solve it.

5 min
OXO February Challenge: Mastering Common Cooking Challenges
OXO February Challenge: Mastering Common Cooking Challenges

February can be a slower month; the quiet after the holiday season, plus dreary weather and dropping temperatures can make it feel a little uninspiring.

1 min