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  • What Are Vinaigrettes, Exactly?

    What Are Vinaigrettes, Exactly?

    There was a period of time, in the early and mid 2000s, when I ordered every salad with “oil and balsamic.” I would drizzle them on, one at a time, then gently toss the leaves with my fork to distribute evenly. It wasn’t good, but it made me feel in control of my diet (and…


  • Welcome to Prix Fixed, Our New Menu-Planning Advice Column

    Welcome to Prix Fixed, Our New Menu-Planning Advice Column

    Hello everyone, and welcome to Prix Fixed, Lifehacker’s new menu-planning advice column. Whether you have a hot date, big anniversary, or are meeting the in-laws for the first time, we’ll help you plan an impressive menu suited to your dietary needs and culinary skillset. Will there be hacks? You bet your butt there will be.