As you stumble into the kitchen at the crack of dawn, you probably think it's a given that you can pop any random mug in the microwave for a steaming cup of courage. After all, aren't mugs ...

This story begins with a tragic tale of woe: After a long evening at a cocktail party, I returned home with a ravenous ...

While plenty of kitchenware is both microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe, these terms are not interchangeable. Using either term incorrectly can lead to fading, warping, or melting. If a dish is ...