Gina Matsoukas, Author at Food Drink Life

The difference between broth, stock and bone broth

October 22, 2025April 17, 2025 by Gina Matsoukas

A jar of chicken bone broth on a wooden table.

You’ve seen all three on store shelves, but do you know the difference between broth, stock and bone broth? Most people use them interchangeably, yet … Read more

A straightforward guide to game meats for home cooks

October 23, 2025March 17, 2025 by Gina Matsoukas

A steak on a cutting board with a sauce on it.

Game meats, like bison, venison and wild board, have made their way into home kitchens, bringing bold flavors, lean protein and a sustainable twist to … Read more

The ultimate guide to making velvety soups without cream

October 23, 2025February 17, 2025 by Gina Matsoukas

A bowl of delicata squash soup with a spoon on a wooden table.

A velvety soup doesn’t need cream — it needs a game plan. With the right mix of ingredients and techniques, you can turn any pot … Read more

Afraid of failing? How to actually stick with your New Year’s health plan

October 31, 2025January 6, 2025 by Gina Matsoukas

Person walking on a track with "2025 START" painted on it, symbolizing a new beginning or future goal.

The New Year is a time for resolutions. If your resolution for 2025 is to be more active, eat healthier, lose weight or simply focus … Read more

How to make the perfect cup of tea at home

December 17, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

A glass teapot filled with tea sits on a wooden surface. Dried tea leaves spill from a paper bag, surrounded by dried citrus slices, a spoon, and a metal scoop.

Tea has a rich history and a sense of ritual that has made it a favorite around the world. Making the perfect cup might seem … Read more

All about olive oil: Choosing, storing and using the right type

October 24, 2025December 1, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

A bottle of olive oil is being poured into a small glass bowl on a wooden surface next to an olive and a twig of olive leaves.

Olive oil is the foundation of countless cuisines and the key to unlocking incredible flavors in everyday meals. But with shelves lined with endless varieties … Read more

Turkey or no turkey? Thanksgiving feast alternatives your family may not hate

October 24, 2025November 12, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

Two people hold a roasted turkey on a tray, garnished with vegetables. In the background, three people sit at a table in a warmly lit room.

Getting family and friends together over food should be a wonderful time, but Thanksgiving has a way of bringing up conflict. Differing opinions, cherished traditions … Read more

The secret to perfect pasta: Water, salt and timing

October 24, 2025November 1, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

Close-up of uncooked ditalini pasta arranged randomly.

Perfect pasta isn’t about fancy sauces or secret family recipes, it’s about nailing the basics of water, salt and timing. Miss even one of these, … Read more

Apple butter is the fall condiment you’re totally underestimating

October 24, 2025October 1, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

A jar of apple butter sits on a piece of burlap next to a spoon, an apple, and a slice of bread coated with apple butter.

There’s a lot to love about fall — the cozy sweaters, crisp air and, of course, the return of all things apple. While everyone is … Read more

Beyond apple pie: Creative ways to use your apple haul this year

October 24, 2025September 11, 2024 by Gina Matsoukas

Two people, one child and one adult, wearing plaid shirts pick red apples from a tree, holding a basket full of apples.

The abundance of sweet and juicy apples in autumn is a tempting sight at grocery stores and markets. While an apple pie is a delicious … Read more

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