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Simple Harissa Roasted Cauliflower Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 22, 2021 11:05 am EST If you’ve been looking to literally spice up your cauliflower game, you’ve come to the right place. This harissa roasted cauliflower recipe is both tender and incredibly flavorful, utilizing harissa paste to convey heat, a complex blend of spices, and a beautiful garlicky flavor. Harissa, according to Bon Appétit, is a flavorful paste originating in Tunisia that is common in the cuisines of several countries across North Africa and the Middle East....

The 10 Absolute Best Cast Iron Skillets For Your Kitchen Aleksei Isachenko/Shutterstock By Chloe Nannestad/Feb. 2, 2022 2:47 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re already a cast iron skillet aficionado, you know that no other cookware can sear the most satisfying crust onto your steak, cook a fluffier Dutch baby, or make more perfect cornbread. If you’re still on the fence, stand by to be convinced....

The 12 Types Of Customers Who Shop At Whole Foods: Which One Are You? Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images By Laura Williams Bustos, MSEd/Nov. 22, 2021 2:58 pm EST What started as a tiny health food market in the heart of Austin, Texas in 1980, has morphed itself into an impressive international conglomeration of healthy foods and lifestyle products. The combination of humble beginnings (and the original “crunchy” customers) with the growing cache of organic products that calls to those with deep pockets and a desire to “fit in” has led to a broad-based customer appeal for the modern Whole Foods Market....

The 60 Best Side Dishes For Thanksgiving Elena Veselova/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Nov. 7, 2021 4:19 pm EST Hope you’ve got your Halloween decorations all packed away now, since it’s time for the next round of holiday preparations to begin. No, we’re not talking about Christmas! While the stores may have had candy canes and tinsel on the shelves since September, you’re officially allowed to procrastinate until Black Friday since that’s pretty much the whole point and purpose of the day....

The Big Problem Trader Joe’s Fans Have With Its Cinnamon Bun Cookies Sundry Photography/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Sept. 29, 2021 2:38 pm EST Ah, good ol’ Trader Joe’s. With around 500 locations across the United States (via Statista), this grocery store chain known for its affordable, often health-conscious food selection and cult offerings, including its Everything but the Bagel seasoning blend and the Cauliflower Gnocchi, is a favored destination for food lovers of all stripes....

The Real Reason You Should Never Order KFC’s Potato Salad Instagram By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: Feb. 10, 2022 5:12 pm EST The perfectly crispy, perfectly juicy chicken might be the real star at Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), but everyone knows that when it comes to the perfect fried chicken dinner, the sides are where it’s at. In other words, what you pair your chicken with can make or break your meal. Fluffy mashed potatoes smothered in thick gravy, tangy coleslaw, hearty mac and cheese, sizzling-hot potato wedges, doughy biscuits — the options are endless....

The Reason A Colorado Restaurant Hired A Therapist For Its Staff Bloomberg/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 16, 2022 3:13 pm EST The restaurant industry is notorious for being incredibly stressful. Employees are expected to work for long periods without batting an eyelid and ensure that everything is under control while tackling difficult and rude customers. According to The Boston Globe, the pandemic made things worse for many restaurant workers who were forced to deal with uncertainty as restaurants shut down and lockdowns were implemented in many parts of the world....

The Work Wishlist Chick-Fil-A Employees Are Relating To Scott Olson/Getty Images By Taylor Huang/Feb. 8, 2022 4:30 pm EST We all have a dream dinner party guest list, but what isn’t talked about enough is the dream work wishlist. A recent discussion in the Reddit community exclusive to the fast-food chain’s employees, “A Community for Chick Fil A Workers,” broached the topic of what elements would make their work shift ideal....

This Classic Combo Is Aarón Sánchez’s Favorite Late-Night Snack Jim Spellman/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Oct. 19, 2021 3:52 pm EST Celebrity chef Aarón Sánchez is a big fan of simple pleasures in life, such as tortillas and decadent cheese. He told the Daily Beast that he loves wolfing down something simple and delicious like a quesadilla when he needs a meal that’s easy to prepare after an exhausting shift at work....

This Might Be The Exact Date Chick-Fil-A’s Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake Returns In 2021 Twitter By Lauren Cahn/Oct. 20, 2021 9:51 am EST “I’ve never been more ready for Chick-fil-A to bring back their peppermint chocolate chip milkshake,” wrote Ginger Mama (@C_M_L_B94) via Twitter on October 6. That was nearly two weeks ago, and fans might be starting to feel just the teeniest bit antsy over whether and when Chick-fil-A’s seasonal favorite, the Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake, might return for 2021....

This Type Of Chick-Fil-A Employee Is Called A ‘Runner,’ According To Reddit Jaimieandkyleshootstock/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Jan. 24, 2022 8:41 pm EST Chick-fil-A employees are pretty well known for being friendly. They’re almost always smiling and polite, which evidently makes a huge difference for customers: In fact, Chick-fil-A workers scored second in “pleasant demeanor” ratings taken by QSR in its 2016 study of various chains’ drive-thru experiences. Per Business Insider, the chicken chain takes further steps than other companies to train its employees on various topics, including how to interact with customers at the drive-thru, cash register, and other areas of the restaurant....

TikTok Is Unimpressed By Waiter Carrying 130 Lbs Worth Of Dishes Melinda Nagy/Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/Sept. 8, 2021 3:55 pm EST “He’s carrying over 130 pounds worth of dinners,” TikTok user InTheKnow wrote in the caption of a video of a waiter doing precisely what was described — and with astounding grace. And that is how it began: Just another day on TikTok as a social media user posted a clip, which likely intended to engender a specific set of feelings in viewers and ultimately go viral....

Twitter Is Raining Hearts Over Andrew Zimmern’s Sweet Dog Tribute Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Owen Duff/Sept. 7, 2021 2:16 pm EST For many people with nine-to-fives, the daily transition from work back to home is centered around pets. Pets greet us cheerfully at the door when we get home. They give hugs and kisses. They even ask us about our days (in their own way, of course). Dogs, cats, birds, and just about all animals do hospitality better than humans could ever hope to....

What Actors Are Really Drinking In Movies Instead Of Booze maeching chaiwongwatthana/Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Sept. 20, 2021 3:20 pm EST Anyone who’s ever sipped on a drink likely knows that even a little alcohol can add up over time. And if it can add up over time, then how could actors actually drink the alcohol they appear to in movies and on television? That doesn’t even begin to take into account how many takes on each scene they might have to do....

What One Five Guys Employee Wants Customers To Realize Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Rachel Pasche AND Ralph Schwartz/Updated: Oct. 1, 2021 3:14 pm EST We all know there are tons of secrets within the fast food restaurant industry, whether it’s about Dairy Queen’s chicken (and why you should think twice about ordering it), the ice cream machines at McDonald’s, or the fact that Pizza Hut’s stuffed crust pizza is made by adding string cheese to the crust — at least according to a former employee on Reddit....

What TikTok Had To Say About This Dunkin’ Customer’s Tip Jar ‘Refund’ JCDH/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Nov. 15, 2021 10:52 am EST As a company, Dunkin’ has not always escaped controversy. According to Today, the brand was heavily criticized after customers found an upsetting sign outside an outlet in Baltimore a few years ago. It read, “if you hear any of our staff shouting in a language other than English, please call 443-415-7775 immediately with the name of the employee to receive a coupon for free coffee and a pastry — General Manager....

Aldi Shoppers Are Freaking Out Over These Organic Herbal Teas Instagram By Erich Barganier/Jan. 11, 2022 1:28 pm EST When it comes to Aldi teas, denizens across the internet have some very strong feelings. Over on r/Aldi, Redditors discussed their favorite varieties of this grocery chain’s beverage. Responses like “The English breakfast and green are okay in a pinch if you need some caffeine, and the chamomile and mint are slightly sub-par standard herbals,” and “Acai Pomegranate Blueberry Green Tea is one of my favorites,” trickled in....

Aldi Shoppers Have Mixed Feelings About These Garlic Knots Konstantin Goldenberg/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 4:19 pm EST How much do we love Aldi? The answer — a lot. This German-imported grocery store chain is known for its low prices and wide selection of items ranging from fresh produce to wine to baked goods. Since arriving on U.S. shores back in 1976, Aldi has been steadily growing its American presence, now counting more than 2,000 stores across 36 states (via Aldi)....

Bobby Flay’s Mulled Apple Cider Is The Perfect Thanksgiving Mocktail DFree/Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/Nov. 16, 2021 5:02 am EST If you’re looking for advice on how to host the perfect Thanksgiving dinner, it’s always a good idea to turn to experienced chefs like Bobby Flay. He has advice for anyone who is making a turkey for the first time, and if you need to keep your food warm, Flay has a tip that involves warm chicken stock....

Chef Rick Bayless Explains What Americans Get Wrong About Mexican Cuisine - Exclusive John Lamparski/Getty Images By Steven John/Jan. 31, 2022 3:02 pm EST Rick Bayless knows a thing or 10 about authentic Mexican cooking. He has spent the better part of his life cooking Mexican food, writing about Mexican food, hosting TV shows devoted to it, giving live demos focused on Mexican meals, and working with other chefs equally steeped in the cuisine....