Kevin Farrell, 10Best

Kevin Farrell

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Dallas, TX, United States

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  • National Geographic

Past articles by Kevin:

Shrimp and prawns aren't the same thing, and these are the differences

No, shrimp are not just miniature prawns. They're completely different animals with completely different tastes. → Read More

Do you know which fruits are the most hydrating and rich in water?

What is the most hydrating fruit in the fruit kingdom? If you guessed watermelon, you're close, but you're wrong. Here's how hydrating popular fruits are. → Read More

What's the difference between black, white, pink and green peppercorns?

Before you can properly pepper, you need to know your peppercorns. 10Best will fill you in on the differences between black, white, green and pink peppercorns – including which one isn't technically a peppercorn at all. → Read More

Your guide to some of the world's most popular flatbreads

From arepas to lefse to tortillas, this is your guide to how the world makes, bakes and best enjoys its flatbread. → Read More

This is why you can't order a milkshake at McDonald's

U.S. state dairy laws are downright bizarre. And they're the reason a milkshake in one state is something else entirely in another. → Read More

Plan your perfect Southern trip around these seafood seasons

Save yourself the heartache of seeking out a Louisiana crawfish boil months before those red mudbugs actually come into season. → Read More

What is 'cold-pressed' juice and is it really better?

What is cold-pressed juice? It’s more complicated than it sounds. And hey, beyond the juice itself, we'll tell you everything you need to know about cold press juicers as well. → Read More

Cajun vs. Creole: What's the difference in these cuisines?

No, you can’t just use the two interchangeably – and the difference is as much about culture as food. → Read More

How a penny can save your spoiled bottle of wine

This solution isn't going to solve all of your spoiled wine problems, but it's worth a shot to save the bottle. → Read More

Jackfruit 101: What you want to know about this versatile fruit

You've probably heard of jackfruit and that it's being used to make BBQ sandwiches, but what do you actually know about it? → Read More

What it actually means when your meat tastes 'gamey'

For starters, gaminess is largely detected by the receptors of our harder-to-describe fifth taste, umami. → Read More

What ghee is and why you should cook with it

Ghee – the clarified butter that Indians have been using for centuries – is finally making its way into American cooking. And for good reason. → Read More

Why pickle juice and fried chicken are such a magical combination

There's no denying that brining chicken in pickle juice ahead of frying it adds a little something special. Here's why it works so well. → Read More

What 'imitation crab' meat is actually made of

To understand the prevalence of imitation crab, we first need to travel back in time nearly 1,000 years. → Read More

All you need to know about Romanesco, the world's prettiest vegetable

Did you know that Romanesco - a variety of cauliflower - is the only fractal food you can find the world over. → Read More

Oysters are okay to eat for some vegans – here's why

Animal protein isn’t quite as disqualifying as you might think when it comes to veganism – at least where oysters are concerned. → Read More

From champagne to prosecco: A guide to sparkling wines

A brief guide to sparkling wine, from champagne from France to prosecco from Italy to cava from Spain. → Read More

Why you shouldn't bother paying more for brown eggs

Don’t buy into the myth about brown eggs being more healthy – the reason they cost more is not what you think. → Read More

Your guide to alternative milks like almond, coconut and even banana

Weighing the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to taste, environmental impact, price and nutrition of different types of milk. → Read More

These are the best varieties of five common fruits

Not all fruit varieties are created equal; these are the best (and sometimes rare) versions of common fruits. → Read More