Patrick Allan

  • 10 Common Misconceptions About Food

    10 Common Misconceptions About Food

    No matter what you call them — myths, urban legends, old wives’ tales or misconceptions — there are a lot of enduring beliefs about food and cooking that simply aren’t true. This video tackles ten that you’ve probably heard at some point – from tomato’s “fruit” status to microwaves’ effect on food.


  • PSA: Hotel TV Remotes Are Ridden With Bacteria

    PSA: Hotel TV Remotes Are Ridden With Bacteria

    Ever wondered what germs are lurking around in your fancy hotel? Here are the most bacteria-ridden surfaces in three-star, four-star, and five-star hotel rooms, based on laboratory research. (Turns out TV remotes are way grosser than you probably thought.)