The best quality balsamic vinegar can be over 100 years old but is more commonly sold at three to four years of age. True balsamic vinegars are very expensive but have an exceptional flavour.

Whether you use it to drizzle on tomatoes or to marinate fruit, balsamic vinegar is a cherished ingredient. But why is it ...

For my own taste test, I kept it simple with soda water from a local grocery store. I started by pouring balsamic vinegar into a cup of ice. There was a level of trepidation about drinking a ...