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Awanthi Vardaraj

Awanthi Vardaraj

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Awanthi Vardaraj has written varied pieces for a range of national publications. She lives in a small beachside home in Chennai, India, and is owned by two cats and several hundred books.

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What Is Miso, Exactly?

A short guide to miso, the savory Japanese ingredient that'll punch up the flavor of your favorite dishes

Does Salt Expire—and How Do You Know if Your Salt Has Gone Bad?

That shaker of salt has been in your pantry for ages—is it safe to eat, and does salt ever expire?

Is Cucumber a Fruit or a Vegetable?

Cucumbers have been called vegetables forever, but are they actually fruits?