Thanksgiving is a time for connection, gratitude, and quality time with loved ones. Yet, in a world full of enticing screens, getting everyone to unplug and engage can feel like an impossible challenge. Interestingly, some helpful solutions might be found on one of the very platforms many are trying to escape: TikTok. Moms on taking …
As Thanksgiving approaches, the internet is buzzing once again with excitement over a stuffing recipe that just won’t quit. Bon Appétit’s “Simple Is Best Stuffing,” was first introduced by chef Victoria Granoff over a decade ago, and has graced countless Thanksgiving tables since. Always one of Bon Appétit’s most popular recipes, it’s now making the …
In a time when grocery prices are climbing and food waste is a growing concern, Chef Will Coleman has captured the internet’s attention with his ingenious “6 to 1” grocery shopping method. Sharing videos on TikTok under the handle @chefwillco, a method he made popular last year is seeing a new surge of popularity, helping …
If you’ve found yourself doing a double take at your latest grocery bill, you’re definitely not alone. With prices soaring, stretching each dollar has become a daily puzzle for many of us. That’s why so many are turning to TikTok, where creators are sharing viral “$5 emergency meal plans,” demonstrating how to eat for an …
As cold weather approaches, gardeners on TikTok are offering winter forecasts, based not on modern equipment, but on centuries-old weather folklore. Armed with smartphones and a keen eye for natural signs, these creators are reviving long-held tradition, to forecast the season ahead. Folk Wisdom Goes Viral In a world filled with weather apps and constant …
Social media has a unique talent for creating a storm in a teacup, and a recent announcement about a centuries-old publication sent many TikTok gardeners into mourning. When news broke that the Farmers’ Almanac would cease its print edition after more than 200 years, users on the platform were heartbroken, sharing fond memories of growing …
As the holiday season approaches, the thought of hosting Thanksgiving can bring a mix of excitement and financial stress. With grocery prices on the rise, the cost of a traditional feast can quickly add up. Creators on TikTok are easing the holiday budget stress, by demonstrating ways to put a hearty and festive dinner on …
Social media feeds can sometimes seem filled with elaborate and expensive culinary creations. They’re downright mesmerizing to watch, but don’t fit the schedule or budget that many of us are working with right now. However, a different kind of food trend is capturing the hearts and stomachs of millions on TikTok. Users are sharing “flat …
You’re not alone if you’ve ever stared into your fridge and pantry, only to decide there’s nothing to eat and that a trip to the store is necessary. Sure, there might be items on those pantry shelves, but it can be challenging to envision how your random assortment of pantry staples and fridge contents can …
As a food writer with a love for 1800’s recipes, I sometimes get the chance for an up-close look at some truly delightful bits of culinary history. Recently, a handwritten recipe for ginger snaps crossed my desk. It was from a manuscript cookbook that dated to the mid-late 1800’s, and since most recipes pre-date the …