You’ve probably read in recipes and heard again and again that you should slice steak and other cuts of meat against grain. But what exactly is “the grain,” and why is it so important to slice against ...

There's lots of room for snobbery in the world of steak, with many meat lovers being particularly choosy about their favorite cuts. But here's the thing: it's not all about your filet mignons and ...

One of the most important steps to ensuring a tender bite happens after cooking. Here’s how to master this tried-and-true carving technique. If you’ve followed just about any steak recipe, chances are ...

When someone is said to "go against the grain," it usually means that they've done something unexpected, or that conventional wisdom suggests is unwise. But when it comes to cutting meat, going ...

It’s arguably the most important part of enjoying steak, but it can be hard to do if you don’t know where the grain is. By Eric Kim Do you know what a “grain” is? Not a grain of sand, cereal or truth, ...

From the best cut of meat to use for beef stroganoff to the best cut for steak tartare, every dish has its ideal cut of meat. When it comes to carne asada, few cuts deliver like skirt steak. This ...