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The Real Reason Restaurants Often Serve Clam Chowder On Fridays Foodio/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Feb. 2, 2022 11:57 am EST With its often-creamy consistency, clam chowder has become a comfort food staple over the years. Of course, there are technically two main types of clam chowder, with the cream-based version being New England and the broth-based variant being Manhattan. The New England version has been around since the 1700s, Eater reports. It’s unclear exactly who introduced the chowder recipe to the United States, but according to “Savoring Gotham: A Food Lover’s Companion to New York City,” it was one of three groups: French, Nova Scotian, or British settlers....

The Unexpected Reason Dairy Queen Is Suing An Office Supply Company Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Oct. 21, 2021 10:50 am EST When you think of Dairy Queen, you can’t help but think about their iconic ice cream and signature Blizzards. According to Taste of Home, a franchise owner based out of Missouri thought up these frozen dairy treats after seeing competitors sell frozen custard. The first official Blizzard hit the restaurant’s menus in 1985 and the chain went on to sell 175 million of them that year, per Eat This, Not That!...

This Halloween, Why Not Eat In A Restaurant With A Resident Ghost? Julia Mikhaylova/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Updated: Feb. 11, 2022 2:03 pm EST Every year, in the weeks preceding Halloween, “haunted houses” start popping up in storefronts, parking lots, and school gymnasiums — all of them staged and featuring costumed spooks lying in wait around every corner to jump out and give you the fright of your life. There are other real haunted houses, however, that may feature less active manifestations, but their resident spooks don’t tend to disappear after Halloween is over....

TikTok Is Arguing Over These ‘Dystopian’ Uber Eats Offerings JeniFoto/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Jan. 25, 2022 10:48 am EST You’ve read the headline. You saw the word “dystopian” next to “Uber Eats.” Presumably, images like the scene Newsweek described of delivery bikes fighting through a flooded New York City came to mind. Well, no. The declaration of “I hate this dystopia” made by the TikTok account @jenkemjones was referring to the possibility of ordering, nachos, a Nathan’s hot dog, and other movie theater fare from Regal Cinemas via Uber Eats....

Was Colonel Sanders Really A Colonel? Ratana21/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Jan. 5, 2022 2:48 pm EST Everyone knows Colonel Sanders as the mascot of the popular Kentucky Fried Chicken fast food chain. Sanders’ likeness is plastered somewhere in every restaurant, and he’s also a fundamental part of the brand’s logo. They are inextricably linked. Harland Sanders founded KFC back in 1952 in Salt Lake City, Utah, but according to the KFC website, Sanders had been cooking his southern-style fried chicken for years before finally opening up his first franchise....

We Tried Jimmy John’s New Beefy Black & Bleu Sandwich, So You Don’t Have To Carly Koemptgen/Mashed By Carly Koemptgen/Oct. 22, 2021 4:24 pm EST Jimmy John’s is introducing their newest limited-edition menu item, the Beefy Black & Bleu Sandwich, at participating locations nationwide this week. Featuring hand-sliced roast beef, horseradish aioli, fresh cracked black pepper, bleu cheese crumbles, and more, this sandwich is the ultimate flavor combination that’ll leave you satisfied....

What Is Broccolini And What Does It Taste Like KA_Richer5171321/Shutterstock By Anthony Mastroianni/Updated: Oct. 11, 2021 4:54 pm EST Broccolini, like its big cousin broccoli, is green, has sprouts and stems, and probably isn’t the first choice side dish amongst little kids. But what exactly is broccolini, and what makes it different from the more common baby tree known as broccoli? As recounted by Bon Appétit, broccolini is actually the result of crossbreeding between Chinese broccoli and the commonplace broccoli that we’re all familiar with....

What Rick Martinez Wants You To Know About Mexican Food - Exclusive Interview Instagram By Steven John/Updated: Oct. 28, 2021 11:36 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Trying to describe chef, author, stylist, and TV personality Rick Martinez using a small number of words is a large challenge. Proud to be an American from Texas, Martinez is also proud of his Mexican heritage. He’s a lover of everything from tacos to Christmas cookies....

What Vegetarians Need To Know About Imitation Crab Andrey Starostin/Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/Nov. 11, 2021 9:56 am EST Imitation crab meat — sometimes called “crab stick” — is a beguiling ingredient. It is primarily known for its inclusion in California rolls, crab cakes, crab rangoon, seafood salads, and hot crab dip. The staple is also included in various other preparations, recipes, and dishes, but most are unaware of what exactly constitutes the product....

Whatever Happened To Banana Nut Cheerios? Moving Moment/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Dec. 2, 2021 10:55 am EST When it comes to breakfast cereals, Cheerios is a staple. It’s hard to go wrong with the healthy O’s, given that they are both tasty and good for your heart. According to Everyday Health, Cheerios are high in fiber and low in sugar, making them a great option to start the day. Plus, they’re only 100 calories per serving....

Why Beef Tenderloin Is So Expensive, According To Michael Symon Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Aimee Lamoureux/Jan. 26, 2022 12:38 pm EST Beef tenderloin is one of the most controversial cuts of meat. It is among the most expensive steaks one can order at a restaurant, and many people feel that it earns its high price thanks to its lean and juicy flavor. Made from the tender, fat-encased portion of the cow’s spine called the psoas major, it is usually served seared and lightly seasoned with nothing more than a little salt and black pepper, per The Spruce Eats....

Why Ken Jeong Didn’t Want To Go On Hot Ones - Exclusive Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Hanna Claeson/Feb. 4, 2022 1:33 pm EST Originally, Ken Jeong was not going to appear on “Hot Ones” in 2019. But, if you’re one of the 18.8 million people who’ve delighted in his eventual episode, you probably noticed that the comedic actor takes pleasure in spitting out phrases like “gutter of my hatred for Sean Evans,” waging war against the show’s host....

Why Some Buddy Vs Duff Fans Think The Show Is ‘Rigged’ DFree/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Dec. 13, 2021 11:50 am EST Another episode of “Buddy vs. Duff” has aired. Another bubbling of discontent has frothed from a fanbase that disagrees with the result. Early this morning, Duff Goldman shared the cakes his team made based off of The Nutcracker on Instagram. In exquisite detail, the team carved out a Nutcracker Prince, the owl, the Christmas Tree, and a remarkable seven headed rat king....

Why Subway Considers Its Huge Menu Revamp A Success Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Sept. 21, 2021 3:29 pm EST The results are in: Subway’s new menu revamp is a hit. The sandwich chain announced a huge change would be coming to its restaurants in July, when it debuted the biggest menu revamp in the brand’s history. Starting on July 13, the company launched its Eat Fresh Refresh, which featured over 20 menu updates, including the addition of Artisan Italian and Hearty Multigrain breads, four improved signature sandwiches, and six new or returning sandwiches, including the Turkey Cali Fresh, Steak Cali Fresh, and All-American Club, per PR Newswire....

Best Beer Chili Recipe Erin Johnson/Mashed By Erin Johnson AND Mashed Staff/Jan. 19, 2022 10:47 am EST If you are looking for a delicious and hearty meal to enjoy with a crowd, look no further than this incredible beer chili. This recipe yields 10 servings, and it would be great to make for a game day or a big family event. The hearty chili is filled with ground beef, Italian sausage, veggies, and beans....

Bobby Flay Doesn’t Want Fans To Miss This New Bobby’s Burgers Sandwich s_bukley/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Oct. 22, 2021 12:47 pm EST Many Food Network fans likely recognize chef Bobby Flay from his role on the long-running “Beat Bobby Flay” or as a judge on popular competition shows such as “Chopped” and “The Next Food Network Star,” and that’s just to name a few of the television shows he’s appeared on over the years (via IMDb)....

Chick-Fil-A’s Most-Ordered Menu Item Of 2021 May Not Surprise You Sheila Fitzgerald/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Dec. 30, 2021 10:09 am EST There’s a reason Chick-fil-a is always on those lists for best fast food restaurant. It’s just that good. In 2021, it topped the Axios Harris Poll, ranking first when it comes to most trusted brands. And while no one is counting, it isn’t the first time that the Eat Mor Chikin’ restaurant has held this title, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution....

Giada De Laurentiis’ Garden Update Has Fans Applauding Kevin Winter/Getty Images By Owen Duff/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:48 pm EST Having starred in no fewer than 10 Food Network shows and written a whopping nine New York Times bestselling cookbooks, Giada De Laurentiis is best known as a glamorous, super-successful food media celebrity (via Food Network). Turns out, though, she’s also an expert gardener! As revealed in a recent Instagram post, the famous chef/author/restaurateur has some serious gardening chops....

How Working At McDonald’s Taught TikTok’s Robert Lucas How To Make Amazing Cakes -Exclusive Facebook/Robert Lucas By Jorie Mark/Feb. 10, 2022 12:20 pm EST The cakes that TikTok star Robert Lucas makes for his page, @thesweetimpact, are anything if not elaborate. We’re talking cakes that closely resemble Michael Jordan’s iconic shoes, a strawberry tsunami confection exploding with chocolate, and — in a video that brought in a breathtaking 21.3 million views — a spiral geode design that looks like it was made from something out of a science museum gift shop....

Ina Garten’s Lobster Cobb Salad Recipe With A Twist Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 26, 2021 3:48 pm EST There’s just something about a crisp, fresh salad that hits the spot. When it comes to salads, there are thousands of options to choose from, and sometimes, it can be a tough deciding on what to go with. One day you may feel like having Caesar, and the next you may want a garden salad....