The right salt can heighten flavor, add crunch and transform a dish. Three chefs explain which types they rely on and exactly ...

With so many new options on the market, shopping for salt isn’t quite what it used to be. Grocery store aisles are filled with so many varieties, from pink salt to flaky finishing salt and everything ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Chef Alex Guarnaschelli is no stranger to an intentional splurge on quality pantry items, but not everything in her kitchen needs to be a ...

Salt is often the difference between a good dish and great dish. To season with it right and well, it’s helpful to understand the different types of salts and the best ways to use them. Where does ...

Knee-deep in the improbably pink marsh water of the Camargue, on the southern coast of France, I shoveled fleur de sel crystals onto the shore into shimmering mounds, the same way that the sauniers, ...

Sodium, a key element in salt, is important to maintain your body's fluid balance and regulate blood pressure. However, consuming too much of salt may lead to all sorts of health problems. One of the ...

Salt used to be the most ordinary kitchen staple, but it has gone gourmet. With the tempting array in grocery and specialty stores, it can be hard to know what to reach for. Then there’s the question ...