Are your eggs still fresh? Put them in a bowl of water to find out. If they sink, they're good. If they float, toss 'em.

Wrap cheese in parchment or wax paper, then store it in a plastic bag to preserve the surface of the product and keep it moist.

Place a dish of water in the oven while baking fish. It helps keep the flesh moist.

Marinating fish in acid for too long will start to break down the flesh. Keep it quick @ 30 minutes!

Zest citrus directly into your dish to capture the flavorful oils that are released in the process.

Scrape cheese that has been wrapped in plastic because the surface absorbs odors and chemicals.