Food Preservation
2 articles
Pantry & Table
American regional cuisines face erasure as popularity grows.
In 1949, Edna Lewis, a Black woman, opened Café Nicholson in New York City, becoming its head chef.
Nora Haddad·June 3, 2026
Pantry & Table
How Southern Preserving Works: Canning Guide
Inside a sealed jar, a precise 20-minute hot-water bath doesn't just cook food; it creates a vacuum that actively prevents recontamination, transforming perishable goods into shelf-stable staples.
Nora Haddad·May 20, 2026