Posts

Instagram Is Concerned By Martha Stewart’s Table Wars Screening Party lev radin/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Nov. 15, 2021 9:47 pm EST Martha Stewart has built an empire centered on entertaining, whether that means sharing delectable recipes, coming up with decor ideas, or doling out tips that can help even the most novice of hostesses. So it only makes sense that she would become involved in a competition about creating the perfect, over-the-top tablescape....

Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto Recipe Hayley MacLean/Mashed By Hayley MacLean AND Mashed Staff/Dec. 1, 2021 10:26 am EST Butternut squash and risotto are the perfect fall pairing, but if your arm is not up for the near-constant stirring that making risotto on the stove requires, this Instant Pot butternut squash risotto from nutritionist and recipe developer Hayley MacLean is just what you’re looking for. This recipe is made with all the same ingredients and indulgent taste that you’d expect from risotto, but it comes together in only 35 minutes....

Popeyes Only UK Location Will Have The Chain’s First Vegan Sandwich Forge Productions/Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/Nov. 2, 2021 4:00 pm EST Popeyes has long been the go-to destination for fried chicken lovers looking for a fix. The fast-food chain has shown no signs of slowing down, broadening its reach overseas with new locations in a number of countries including the UK. According to Eater London, locals just have a short wait remaining before the much-anticipated opening of the flagship location in Stratford....

Reddit’s Got Jokes About This ‘Micro’ Pumpkin Loaf From Starbucks JeniFoto/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Dec. 20, 2021 11:58 am EST Starbucks might be most famous for its hot brewed coffee and frosty Frappuccinos, but the national java retailer has also risen in popularity for its menu of delicious eats. Step up to the counter at any of its locations as you order your cup of joe, and you’ll be tempted by drool-worthy sweets and snacks filling the glass display case nearby....

Robert Irvine Just Teased An International Version Of Restaurant: Impossible Gary Gershoff/Getty Images By Kirstie Bingham/Jan. 25, 2022 11:48 am EST Celebrity chef Robert Irvine dishes out tough love and smart advice to owners of failing restaurants on his popular Food Network show “Restaurant: Impossible,” currently in its 19th season, per the network’s official site. Featuring struggling eateries from all across the country, Irvine swoops in with his crew to attempt to fix what ails the businesses and get them on the right track....

Take Out’s Lisa Ling And Helen Cho Share Their Must-Have Kitchen Ingredients - Exclusive Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Molly Allen/Feb. 3, 2022 2:51 pm EST “Take Out With Lisa Ling” — a new show from the veteran journalist and show-runner producer/director Helen Cho — debuted on HBO Max on January 27 and has been intriguing audiences ever since. The inspiration behind the series is to capture and highlight the important impact and contributions of Asian-Americans in the United States, all seen through the lens of food....

The 2 Fast Food Chains Andrew Zimmern Likes To Eat At - Exclusive Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Jorie Mark/Nov. 8, 2021 12:16 pm EST Andrew Zimmern’s adventurous appetite enthralled fans of the Travel Channel’s “Bizarre Foods” for more than a dozen years, as the fearless foodie traversed the planet, dining on everything from fried tarantulas to grilled udders (per The Travel). But, surely, man can’t live on cow udders alone. Maybe you’re wondering: Does Zimmern ever just grab some fries or a milkshake like an ordinary person?...

The Honeycrisp Apple Twitter Feud, Explained Alex Coan/Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Jan. 15, 2022 9:17 am EST If you’re seeing apples trending on Twitter right now, it may be due to writer Tony Posnanski asking, “What is the best type of apple?” He goes on to admit, “I love Honeycrisp. There is no wrong answer except Red Delicious. Granny Smith is gross also.” As teacher Jacob Johnson retorts, “Call me bougie, but I’ll always get the Honeycrisp....

The One Kitchen Tool Amanda Freitag Can’t Live Without Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 4:01 pm EST Amanda Freitag has been a celebrity chef since first appearing on “The Next Iron Chef” in 2009 (via IMDb). In addition to the elite cooking competition, Freitag is famous for her role as a straight-talking judge on “Chopped” and has appeared on “Beat Bobby Flay,” Guy Fieri’s “Tournament of Champions,” and other popular shows....

The Problem Aldi Shoppers Have With Its Stonemill Pepper Grinder DredTorgal/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Jan. 5, 2022 4:54 pm EST When savvy shoppers search for a solid pepper grinder, they need to keep an eye out for several variables. According to The New York Times, a good pepper mill should easily and evenly grind peppercorns at multiple degrees of fineness and potentially come with a warranty. Clearly, those factors ask a bit too much from the plastic pepper grinders you see at the grocery store, which can produce pretty uneven flakes of pepper — if they even work at all....

The Real Reason There Was A Bidding War For This Chick-Fil-A Cup Facebook By Chase Shustack/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 12:44 pm EST It’s a safe bet to say everyone likes to collect stuff. It could be anything from baseball cards, badges, or even a cool rock collection you had as a kid. Underground comix legend Robert Crumb is a well-known collector of old records (via Rolling Stone). Rod Stewart collects model trains and Tom Hanks collects typewriters, per the New York Post....

The Surprising Thing Guy Fieri And Gordon Ramsay Have In Common Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Chase Shustack/Sept. 24, 2021 4:57 pm EST One hails from Scotland, and the other called Ohio his home. One drives a cherry red 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible, and the other owns both a Ferrari and a Porsche (via JamJar). One is TV’s highest-paid chef who likes to pal around with the owners of small-town BBQ joints (via Inside Hook), and the other boasts a staggering 35-restaurant culinary empire and screams curse words at high-class restaurant owners (via Fine Dining Lovers)....

The Unique Way People In South Korea Eat Their Fries Shutterstock By Anna Kang/Updated: Feb. 7, 2022 9:04 am EST It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t love fries. This side dish has become practically ubiquitous, and you can find it on the menu in restaurants all around the world. While you can definitely try the traditional french fry in many places, you can also spot a unique take on fries from each country....

Top Chef Season 18 Competitor Sara Hauman Opens Up About Her Experience - Exclusive Interview Michael Arellano By David Klein/Sept. 28, 2021 11:13 am EST Any fan of “Top Chef” knows that the show’s ever-popular and always stressful Restaurant Wars challenge has the potential to bring down one of the competition’s most talented contestants (hello, or rather, goodbye Kristen Kish and Kevin Gillespie). Such was the unfortunate case for Season 18 standout Sara Hauman who was forced to pack her knives and go when she failed to impress the judges with her halibut crudo....

Trader Joe’s Fans Can’t Wait To Try Its Green & Red Chile Flakes Seasoning mayura benjarattanapakee/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/Dec. 15, 2021 12:59 pm EST Going shopping at Trader Joe’s can be a bit of a chore, especially if yours has a parking lot that’s less-than-stellar. But with all the seasonal goodies that come out at this time of year, a trip to TJ’s becomes a magical and –- dare we say it –- fun experience....

10 Best Substitutes For Italian Seasoning tanadtha lomakul/Shutterstock By Meshawn Lloyd/Sept. 20, 2021 8:30 pm EST If you love to cook Italian-American favorites like lasagna, meatballs, and chicken parmesan, then Italian seasoning is probably one of your kitchen must-haves. The versatile, piney, and peppery blend of dried herbs can be used not only in red sauce, but also as a dry rub for pretty much any protein and even as a savory topping for breads like focaccia....

4-Ingredient Cookie Butter Cake Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 15, 2021 9:43 am EST Do you want to know how to make a regular old from-the-box cake into something that tastes like it’s fresh from the bakery instead? Simply add cookie butter. Lots of cookie butter. And a decent dose of regular butter, too. And eggs. And as it happens, aside from a cup of water, those are all of the ingredients that this wonderfully simple recipe calls for....

Aldi UK’s Kevin The Carrot Might Have Been Replaced Aldi UK By Taylor Huang/Nov. 8, 2021 2:39 pm EST Christmas in the U.K. is like nowhere else. The holiday is a whole two-month affair in the country, with the period right after Halloween used as preparation for this all-day event on December 25. But this year, some might be disappointed at the potential absence of a popular holiday icon. Don’t worry, we’re not referring to Santa....

Alex Guarnaschelli Admits Her New Show Is ‘Similar’ To This Iconic Series Astrid Stawiarz/Getty By Katie Lenhardt/Dec. 28, 2021 3:19 pm EST When it gets too hot, Alex Guarnaschelli stays in the kitchen. The Iron Chef is no stranger to competition, and now she’s ready for her next challenge: a new Food Network show called “Alex Vs. America.” Food Network tweeted about her new show, and Alex said that she is both “excited and nervous....

Best Harvest Spice Bread Recipe Kit Hondrum/Mashed By Kit Hondrum AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 29, 2021 12:40 pm EST When fall comes around, everyone knows it’s time for a lot rest and relaxation paired with baked goods. This harvest spice bread is filled with the ever-popular pumpkin flavor, and it tastes absolutely amazing. The bread itself is one of our all-time favorite fall treats, and it’s delightful as an after-dinner treat or with a cup of java in the morning....