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Robert Irvine’s Monday Cure Is The Wholesome Content You Need Gary Gershoff/Getty Images By Owen Duff/Sept. 14, 2021 10:44 am EST Getting chin checked on Twitter by celebrity chef Robert Irvine isn’t the worst way to start a Monday. Yet, it’s pretty darn close. Sometime around midday yesterday, a Twitter follower of Robert Irvine, one of over 403,000, decided to have a go at the Food Network chef. Irvine had recently shared a recipe on Twitter for Cacio e Pepe, a Roman pasta dish (via Spoon Fork Bacon); he had pitched the recipe to his followers as a “cure” for a “case of the Mondays....

The First Actor To Play Ronald McDonald Has Died Brendan Hoffman/Getty Images By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/Sept. 5, 2021 7:49 pm EST The Today Show and NBC meteorologist Al Roker (via Instagram) have announced the death of long-time Today weather presenter Willard Scott. Scott was 87. The legendary personality’s 35-year career with NBC began in 1980, but before that, Scott had gained fame in Washington, D.C., as a fixture of the capitol’s NBC affiliate....

The Pioneer Woman’s Daughter Has Instagram Freaking Out Over Her Dress Instagram By Ralph Schwartz/Sept. 18, 2021 3:53 pm EST It can be one of the most memorable nights of a young person’s life, but anyone who went to senior prom in the 1980s might just as soon forget the dress they wore. All that satiny material, the poofy sleeves, the giant bows … not to mention the quantity of hair spray used to complete the look....

The Shocking Move That Got This Wendy’s Manager Arrested For Assault Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Jen Peng/Oct. 12, 2021 10:04 am EST Working in a fast food restaurant can lead to all sorts of frustrations. Employees work long hours for minimal pay, and often little to no appreciation. They also have to deal with annoying orders, frustrating patrons, or worse, irate customers who are increasingly violent. Since 2019, there has been an increase in violent attacks taking place at fast-food and drink chains, according to Insider, which cited examples of a McDonald’s manager in Missouri losing an eye after being assaulted with a rake by an ex-employee’s father and a shooting at a Burger King in Memphis by customers not happy with the amount of hot sauce on their chicken sandwich....

The Shocking Reason Sweetgreen CEO Was Called ‘Fat-Phobic’ Bloomberg/Getty Images By Joe Nasta/Sept. 3, 2021 12:26 pm EST Johnathan Neman, CEO and co-founder of the salad chain Sweetgreen, has ended up with his foot in his mouth after some controversial comments. The comments have drawn ire from people who feel the CEO comes off as fat-phobic. According to the Sweetgreen website, the company’s mission is to build healthier communities by serving sustainable, fresh, and healthy ingredients....

The Truth About Cod Shutterstock By Emily Alexander/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 1:45 pm EST Cod is one of the most common and most popular fish options we put on our plates and in our bowls. With thick meat that flakes into juicy, bite-sized pieces and a mild taste that complements virtually any flavor, it is a versatile ingredient, beloved by even the most fish-averse eaters. Cod tend to live in shallow waters, making them an easy sea creature to fish, which has led to widespread concern about overfishing in recent decades....

The Untold Truth Of Turkey Legs Facebook By Carly Caramanna/Oct. 26, 2021 2:22 pm EST Few food items are as polarizing as the turkey leg — it is a true “love it” or “hate it” situation. On one end of the spectrum, its beloved admirers can’t get enough of the generously portioned, sodium-laced, portable food. On the other hand, its haters really know how to hate — knocking its large, often grotesque appearance and the astonishing amounts of calories, fat, and God knows what else you’re ingesting in one seating....

This Is A Soul Food Restaurant Red Flag, According To Snoop Dogg Tinseltown/Shutterstock By Kalea Martin/Oct. 25, 2021 4:59 pm EST Although Snoop Dogg admits to “not being the most adventurous, Anthony Bourdain-type when it comes to grub,” he certainly knows what he’s talking about when it comes to soul food (via Google Books). Watch any episode of “Martha & Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party” and you will see that the rapper-turned-cookbook-author has so much knowledge on cooking soul food that even the one and only Martha Stewart is always learning something new from him....

This Planters Quiz Will Tell You Your ‘PersoNUTality’ Facebook By Maria Scinto/Feb. 4, 2022 8:56 am EST Planters Super Bowl commercials have been interesting in recent years. In the run-up to the 2020 Super Bowl, they shockingly had Mr. Peanut die. Even though Planters subsequently resurrected the iconic legume in the form of Baby Nut, the ad campaign certainly caught attention. Last year, CNBC reported that Planters pulled back on their advertising, instead choosing to donate the money they would have spent on Super Bowl ads to people who were doing good works in their communities....

We Finally Know Why Ace Of Cakes Was Canceled Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images By Brian Boone/Sept. 2, 2021 5:06 pm EST In 2006, a new TV star named Jeffrey Goldman or, more informally, “Duff”, emerged from the Food Network. It was, at the time, a pretty unlikely place. That narrative reality series, “Ace of Cakes,” concerned the activities and personalities of Charm City Cakes, a modest and inventive Baltimore bakery. That’s where Goldman and his crew of equally affable bakers, designers, and office personnel took a throw-it-at-the-wall-and-see-what-sticks attitude and often got some magical results....

We Tried Frito-Lay’s New Vodka Alex Darus/Mashed By Alex Darus/Dec. 20, 2021 2:10 pm EST When it comes to liquor, vodka is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages out there. The clear spirit doesn’t take on many distinct characteristics, and that’s by design to make it so versatile. According to Taste of Home, vodka is distilled to remove characteristics, aromas, flavors, and colors from its body, leaving you with a clear spirit that is, at minimum, 40% alcohol by volume (ABV)....

What Chef Jose Garces Wants You To Know About South American Food - Exclusive Rich Fury/Getty Images By Steven John/Feb. 16, 2022 2:28 pm EST “Iron Chef” Jose Garces was born in Chicago, Illinois but has since settled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he has opened multiple restaurants. But, in many ways his heart belongs to neither U.S. city but rather to Latin America. Garces’ parents emigrated from Ecuador, and the South American cooking they brought into the family home would play a huge part in the budding chef’s formative years....

Why Chipotle Hasn’t Been Affected By The Great Resignation, According To Its CEO Facebook By Chase Shustack/Feb. 15, 2022 12:13 pm EST It’s something you’ve been starting to notice more often than not nowadays. Help Wanted signs, posters advertising sign-on bonuses, even Facebook posts from companies claiming they are in desperate need of help. With over 4.5 million people resigning from their jobs in November 2021 to search for better pay and better working conditions (via SHRM), many companies in the service sector are starting to feel the pinch....

Witch Finger Cookies Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 29, 2021 11:41 am EST Halloween is right around the corner, and recipe developer Kristen Carli has a fun, themed recipe, this time in the form of witch finger cookies. Carli has a number of themed recipes, including Halloween Oreo spider cookies and cheese and pretzel broomsticks, and these witch fingers are just as exciting. “These are ideal for a Halloween party spread,” Carli explains of this recipe....

You Probably Never Noticed This Animal In Toblerone’s Logo DarioZg/Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/Sept. 19, 2021 3:40 pm EST If you’ve ever been the lucky recipient of a Toblerone, then you probably noticed how easy the tasty, candy bar is to share. Toblerone candy bars are divided into chocolate triangles that make snapping off a section and handing it to a buddy all the easier. According to the Culture Trip, it’s widely believed those little, chocolate pyramids were inspired by a peak in the Alps known as the Matterhorn, while members of the Tobler family, for which the bar is named, have said the shape was actually inspired by a show at the Parisian music hall Folies Bergère that culminated in a spectacular human triangle created by the dancers....

10 Best Substitutes For Cottage Cheese edchechine/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Sept. 1, 2021 5:15 pm EST Cottage cheese is an incredibly versatile ingredient with small curds of dairy, a creamy texture, and a very mild flavor. The mildness of cottage cheese means it can be used to transform either a sweet or savory dish, as it largely just adds some texture and creaminess while taking on the flavor of whatever you mix with it....

15 Chips Ahoy Flavors Ranked Worst To Best OLOZANO/Shutterstock By Anne Taylor/Sept. 29, 2021 4:55 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Chips Ahoy cookies are the sweet treats many of us grew up eating. They’re also a snack we reach for as adults, in part because they’re sold practically everywhere. It’s not for nothing that Chips Ahoy is a brand owned by Nabisco, which owns many of our other favorite snack brands like Oreos, Ritz Crackers, and Teddy Grahams....

16 Pantry Staples You Should Be Buying At Sam’s Club Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Caitlin Lamb/Nov. 23, 2021 5:59 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Walmart founder Sam Walton opened the first Sam’s Club in Oklahoma in 1983. His goal was to provide deep discounts on groceries and other merchandise, but with a big catch: In order to shop at his warehouse, customers would need to purchase a membership....

23 Disneyland Holiday Foods, Ranked From Worst To Best Sarah Gardner/Mashed By David Klein/Nov. 19, 2021 4:58 pm EST Dining probably isn’t the focus of your trip to Disneyland. But if you’re heading to Anaheim for the resort’s blow-out holiday celebration (now through January 9), we suggest making the extensive and exceptional seasonal food and beverage offerings at Disneyland Park and California Adventure a priority. Just like the Matterhorn Bobsleds, there are two tracks to embark on for your eating journey....

American Goulash Recipe Sher Castellano/Mashed By Sher Castellano AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 16, 2021 8:22 am EST Hungarian goulash is delicious stuff, to be sure, but that’s not what’s on the menu today, and that’s far from a problem. “I’ve spent some time in Hungary, and Hungarian goulash is an entirely different dish than American goulash,” says chef and recipe developer Sher Castellano. “Traditional Hungarian Goulash has pieces of cut beef seasoned with paprika and has pieces of dumpling or spaetzle....