Its not your grandmas cultured marble anymore. in the bathroom of someone’s home. Despite its name, cultured marble isnt actuallyreal marbleits just manufactured to look like it. Credit:Getty Images Nowadays, you may not even realize its being used in a remodel or new construction. Below, youll find out why you should consider using it in your own project. To make it, Pulliam says, a mold is covered with a clear gel coat....

Cumin is a versatile spice that is a must-have in your pantry. This versatile spice flavors Mexican, Indian, Spanish, and more cuisines throughout the world. What Is Cumin? Credit: dem10 / Getty Images This popular spice is available ground or as a whole seed. Cumin was grown in ancient Egypt and ancient Greece and gained popularity in the Middle Ages. What Does Cumin Taste Like? Cumin adds a rich, warm, earthy spiciness with a hint of citrus and depth to any dish....

Plus how it’s different from regular ol' chocolate cake. Though you may be tempted to treat it as just another chocolate cake, there are a few differences. An expert baker shares everything it’s crucial that you know about the cocoa-rich confection with the sinister appellation. Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Ana Kelly Prop Stylist: Kay Clarke Mignon Francois is founder and CEO ofThe Cupcake Collectionbased in Nashville, Tennessee. Why Is It Called Devil’s Food Cake?...

Here’s everything you’re gonna wanna know about professional garment care. Getty Images The term dry cleaning is a bit of a misnomer. But the clothes are tumbled in a machine with cleaning solvents instead of water and detergent. Credit:Getty Images Clothes are tagged so they are returned to the rightful owner. The clothes are then steamed or pressed toremove wrinkles, and inspected formissing buttonsor needed repairs. They are then hung or folded and placed in a protective plastic bag for transport home....

Here’s your guide to the holiday that marks the arrival of the three kings 12 days after Christmas. The holidays dont end withNew Yearsfor everyone. Most often associated withking cake, this religious holiday is more than the start of Carnival season. Credit:Liliboas/Getty Images What Is Epiphany? It is celebrated by Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican Christians. What Does Epiphany Mean? Credit:Marc Dufresne/Getty Images It comes from the Greek wordepiphaneia, meaning revelation, appearance, or manifestation....

For one thing, it’s not German. What Is German’s Sweet Chocolate? Today, the bars are labeledGerman’sSweet Chocolate. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Where Did German Chocolate Cake Come From? Her mid-century recipe uses Crisco, not butter, as well as one package of German’s Sweet Chocolate. In 1957, another version of the cake appeared in theThe Dallas Morning News. Credit: Jen Davick According toNPR, sales of the chocolate increased 73 percent in one year....

This trendy hair treatment is leaving women with silky locks. Holly Dearis a hairstylist and the founder ofHouse of Dear HaircareandHouse of Dear Hair Salonin Dallas, Texas. What Exactly Is Hair Botox? Credit: Anastasiia Krivenok/Getty Images There are two types of “hair botox” on the market. When you think of botox, you think of smooth skin. How Does Hair Botox Work? Basically, a hair botox treatment is deep conditioning that works at restoring hair to its youthful beauty....

Fresh and prepared horseradish are similar but have some distinct differences. Lena_Zajchikova/ Getty Images Horseradish is one of those ingredients you instantly recognize the moment it hits your tongue. It’sspicy, but not like cayenne or a habanero. Credit:Lena_Zajchikova/ Getty Images Instead, its heat washes through your sinuses and can make your eyes water. What Is Prepared Horseradish? Prepared horseradish is fresh grated horseradish preserved invinegar. It can also contain other ingredients like salt, sugar, and sometimes spices....

Unfortunately, that kind of fresh-from-the-ocean haul can be cost-prohibitive. It’s made with a mixture that contains seafood but not crab meat. Getty Images What Is Imitation Crab? Credit:Getty Images Why Was Imitation Crab Created? Even processed crabpackaged and sold in refrigerated containers or canscan wield a heavy price tag. How Do Imitation Crab And Real Crab Differ Nutritionally? Nutritionally, these are two very different products. Real crab meat has almost three times the protein of imitation crab....

Learn the definition, history, characteristics, and care of Ironstone pieces. What Is Ironstone? The name is derived from the fact that ironstone is quite heavy duty and has an iron-like strength. Credit:Courtesy of Marian Parsons Ironstone is generally white or off-white but sometimes features colorful patterned designs. Parsons has found ways to incorporate ironstone pieces into her space so that theyre both functional and aesthetically pleasing. She has transformed an ironstone pot into her bathroom wastebasket and uses ironstone dishes daily....

What to know about this citrusy addition before adding it to recipes. But if thats the case, cant you just use lemon juice as a substitute? Chelsea Edwardsis a registered dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Styling: Torie Cox What Is Lemon Zest? Using lemon zest allows users to add concentrated amounts of citrusy lemon flavor to any recipe. If you don’t have one, you might use the finest grater you have, Edwards tellsSouthern Living....

Everything you should probably know about the egg shortage. Getty Images Any recent trips to a grocery store may have you noticing two very distinct details. For starters, where are all the eggs? Credit:Getty Images Andwait a secondwhy are the eggs that are available so expensive? You arent imagining things. What’s Causing The Egg Shortage? So, what is going on? Its devastating to egg farmers, Emily Metz, president and CEO of theAmerican Egg Board, tellsSouthern Living....

This shelf-stable ingredient is the secret to perfect royal icings. If youve never worked with this specialty baking item, you could be confused. For starters, where do you buy it? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox (Its not at most standard grocery stores.) And what does it do? What Is in Meringue Powder? Credit: Zoe Denenberg; Prop Styling: Rachel Mulcahy What Does Meringue Powder Do? Meringue powder is used to create fluffy meringues and frostings without fresh egg whites....