Taste of Home

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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Taste of Home is a popular American cooking magazine that focuses on home-cooked meals. It was first published in 1993 by Reiman Publications, which was later acquired by The Reader's Digest Association. The magazine is known for its reader-submitted recipes, which are tested in the Taste of Home test kitchen before being published.

History[edit | edit source]

Taste of Home was launched in 1993 by Roy Reiman, founder of Reiman Publications, with the aim of creating a magazine that focused on home cooks and their love for food. The magazine quickly gained popularity due to its unique approach of featuring reader-submitted recipes. In 2002, Reiman Publications was acquired by The Reader's Digest Association, which continued to publish the magazine.

Content[edit | edit source]

The content of Taste of Home primarily consists of recipes submitted by readers. These recipes are then tested in the Taste of Home test kitchen to ensure they are accurate and easy to follow. The magazine also features cooking tips, kitchen hacks, and articles on food and cooking trends.

Taste of Home Test Kitchen[edit | edit source]

The Taste of Home Test Kitchen is a key feature of the magazine. This is where all the reader-submitted recipes are tested for accuracy, ease of preparation, and taste. The test kitchen is staffed by professional home economists and culinary experts who prepare and taste each recipe before it is published.

Online Presence[edit | edit source]

In addition to the print magazine, Taste of Home also has a strong online presence. The website features thousands of recipes, cooking tips, and articles on food trends. It also offers a digital version of the magazine and a variety of cookbooks for purchase.

Community[edit | edit source]

Taste of Home has a strong community of home cooks who share their recipes and cooking tips. The magazine encourages reader participation through recipe contests and other interactive features. The Taste of Home community is a key part of the magazine's success and continues to grow.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Taste of Home is more than just a cooking magazine. It is a community of home cooks who share their love for food and cooking. Through its reader-submitted recipes, cooking tips, and articles on food trends, Taste of Home continues to inspire home cooks across America.

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD