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The Untold Truth Of 100 Grand Keith Homan/Shutterstock By Emily Monaco/Jan. 3, 2022 5:43 pm EST Can we offer you 100 Grand? Before you get too excited, we’re not talking money here, but, rather, a candy bar. Expectations adjusted? Great — because, believe it or not, it’s still a tantalizing offer. 100 Grand is a classic candy bar and stalwart favorite, per Snack History. Made from milk chocolate, caramel, and crisped rice, it’s aptly named thanks to its richness and has proven to be a true crowd-pleaser ever since it was first invented in the ’60s by Nestle....

This Chef Actually Made Gordon Ramsay Cry Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Updated: Oct. 19, 2021 12:45 pm EST Gordon Ramsay has built his reputation as being a bristly guy who knows how to cook better than most. Ramsay is known for his hot temper and language that is not suitable for the workplace. In fact, those emotional flare ups are kind of a staple on his shows, including “Kitchen Nightmares” and “Hell’s Kitchen....

This Country Eats Way More Kraft Mac & Cheese Than The US BWM Infinity/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Sept. 23, 2021 4:59 pm EST Kraft Macaroni & Cheese first became a “thing” in 1937. Per Smithsonian Magazine, the Great Depression made this convenience food, which could feed four people for a mere 19 cents, a popular commodity. In fact, it sold a whopping 8 million boxes within that first year, and with World War II and food rationing, the demand for it only increased....

This Country Has The Least Expensive Michelin-Starred Meals In The World Prarinya/Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/Jan. 18, 2022 5:04 pm EST Ahh, the coveted Michelin star. The celestial badge of culinary honor has turned chefs into royalty and made palaces out of plates. A star so powerful it allegedly reduced the unflappable Gordon Ramsay to tears (via Eater). It is so impactful that chef Andrew Wong compared it to getting married (via Evening Standard)....

Why Cooking For Queen Elizabeth Can Be Difficult, According To A Former Chef Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Dec. 27, 2021 11:55 am EST Queen Elizabeth is rather partial to her afternoon tea that often includes a serving of scones with jam and cream. A former chef at the royal palace, Darren McGrady once revealed in a YouTube video, “She’d always have afternoon tea wherever she was in the world....

Why Rachael Ray’s Dunkin’ Commercials Were So Controversial s_bukley/Shutterstock By Lauren David/Jan. 27, 2022 9:13 pm EST Many people would likely describe celebrity chef and food television star Rachael Ray as bubbly, energetic, and enthusiastic about sharing her tips for quick and easy home-cooked meals. Over the decades, Ray has built a culinary empire extending far beyond her multiple Food Network series and more than two dozen cookbooks, as Celebrity Net Worth reports....

Aldi’s Melyn Watermelon Drink Has Customers Divided Facebook By Sophia Lo/Feb. 3, 2022 12:19 pm EST Usually, Aldi products are a hit with their loyal customers. From marbled beef to succulents that are sure to brighten up your kitchen, Aldi fans are quick to praise items that they love on social media. On the flip side, when customers find something they don’t like, they’re also quick to share their thoughts and warn the next shopper....

Aldi Shoppers Are Losing It Over This Hilarious ‘Charcuterie’ Creation Kevin Chen Images/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: Sept. 12, 2021 4:07 pm EST Yesterday, many received a welcome boost during their lunch break thanks to the Aldi subreddit, where one user shared their breaktime snack of Aldi products. “Pfft!” they exclaimed. “Y’all’s charcuterie boards are slacking compared to my ALDI creation.” Displayed was a paper plate with cubes of Colby jack cheese, Snyder’s Hot Buffalo Wings pretzels, Aldi’s peanut butter cookies, Aldi’s white Cheez-Its, and turkey sticks....

Alton Brown’s Funny Post About His Philadelphia Show Is Getting Brotherly Love Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:44 pm EST Some of our favourite chefs are born entertainers, and when we say “some” we’re talking about celeb chefs like Alton Brown who, as fans know, goes on tour as part of his live performance, “Beyond the Eats” where he promises “comedy, cooking, music, and mayhem” (via YouTube)....

Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells Recipe By Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 8:29 am EST Can you feel it? Slowly but surely the days are changing. The mornings are just a bit cooler, and the sun is setting a touch earlier. Fall is coming, and while it’s been an amazing summer full of travel and pool days, I am ready. I’m ready for leather boots, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin spice lattes....

Copycat Taco Bell Quesadilla Sauce Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 8:30 am EST Do you know how people like to joke that deep-frying can make anything delicious? Like how you can deep fry everything from cheese to pickles to chicken to candy bars to, most likely, a leather boot and, with enough time in the cooking oil and just the right kind of batter, it will taste great?...

Food Network Will Re-Air These Episodes In Honor Of Betty White Everett Collection/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/Jan. 6, 2022 10:51 am EST Many would say that Betty White lived a full, beautiful life, but still, the news of her death just a few days shy of her 100th birthday was the cause of many tears. As People notes, her illustrious career includes a variety of movies, multiple appearances on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” throughout the 70’s, and more recently, “Hot in Cleveland....

Hardee’s New $5 Menu Includes Entree And Drink Combos Hardee’s By Erich Barganier/Dec. 29, 2021 1:40 pm EST Sometimes, Hardee’s cuts customers a break and offers some sweet deals in order to get diners through the door. Back in 2019, the fast food chain offered a two for $5 mix and match deal, and some even noticed that their local Hardee’s had the same promotion for $4, per Reddit. Now, a Facebook post reveals the chain has brought back this fan-favorite deal....

How This Sweet Fruit Can Elevate Your Pork Chops Tatiana Volgutova/Shutterstock By Meshawn Lloyd/Sept. 21, 2021 4:07 pm EST There’s no better comfort food when the weather edges into those crisp, cool late summer nights than a succulent, juicy pork chop nestled next to a mound of buttery mashed potatoes. Most of the time, you’ll also see savory, perfectly spiced pork chops paired with roasted apples or applesauce. The idea of combining meat and fruit can be somewhat controversial — let’s not forget the whole pineapple and ham on pizza debate....

Instagram Is Cheering Aarón Sánchez On As He Gets Set To Cycle For Charity Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Feb. 8, 2022 9:59 pm EST Aarón Sánchez is a busy man wearing many hats. People might know him as the owner of the restaurant Johnny Sánchez in New Orleans, a celebrity chef making appearances on shows like “MasterChef,” “Chopped,” and “Iron Chef,” the author of two cookbooks, and even a co-owner of a New York City tattoo shop....

Instagram Is Raining Hearts Over Messy Pic Of Duff Goldman’s Daughter Agency/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Nov. 16, 2021 3:12 pm EST Little Josephine Goldman isn’t even a year old yet and she already has social media wrapped around her itty-bitty finger. The infant daughter of celebrity chef Duff Goldman was recently the subject of Daddy’s Instagram. The wee one is shown in a photo with a Cheerio adorably stuck to her cheek, with accompanying caption, “Ma’am, there’s something on your face....

Oreo Cakesters Are Back And Loaded With ’00s Nostalgia Oreo/Facebook By Ashley Steinberg/Jan. 8, 2022 2:01 am EST Ready or not, you are about to be served a huge plate of nostalgia. Over the past few years, snacks that were absolutely huge in the ’90s and ’00s have been coming back in big ways. From the return of the beloved dippable cookie, Dunkaroos, to the renewed popularity of eats like Bagel Bites and Dippin’ Dots, companies are capitalizing on the consumer’s love for their former faves....

Quesos La Ricura Issues Recall For Mi Ranchito Fresh Cheese Over Coliform Facebook By Lauren Cahn/Updated: Feb. 15, 2022 2:38 am EST Imagine if someone were to come out with a protective face mask that not only acts as a barrier against COVID-19 but also kills the spiky little devils on contact? A new study out of the University of British Columbia suggests that this possibility may not be all that theoretical, per ScienceDaily....

The Absolute Worst Things Andrew Zimmern Has Eaten On Bizarre Foods Facebook By DB Kelly/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 4:23 pm EST Bizarre Foods is one of those shows that you just can’t seem to look away from… even in the moments where you might want to. Andrew Zimmern has been traveling to the farthest corners of the world, meeting people, and trying some of the strangest foods out there since 2006, and he’s been to a lot of places....

The Best Scrambled Eggs Recipe Keith Kamikawa/Mashed By Keith Kamikawa AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 16, 2021 8:20 am EST There are a lot of strong opinions when it comes to how to make the best scrambled eggs. Some swear by the French way — which involves using butter and a splash of dairy. Others wouldn’t let dairy near their scramble! Meanwhile, tricks and tips abound for cooking up perfect eggs, from incorporating olive oil to adding orange juice....