The Emergency Condiment Ed Sheeran Carries With Him Denis Makarenko/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/Oct. 6, 2021 8:10 pm EST Unless you live under a rock, you are probably familiar with pop superstar Ed Sheeran. Like many musical prodigies, the English singer-songwriter’s love affair with music began at a very young age. Sheeran began singing in church when he was just four years old and learned to play guitar when he was 11 (via Planet Radio)....
The Reason We Don’t Eat Turkey Tails On Thanksgiving thangs1/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Nov. 5, 2021 12:55 pm EST No Thanksgiving dinner in the U.S. would be complete without a roasted turkey. The main dish has been a tradition on American tables since Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in the late 1800s (via Britannica). According to the U.S. Poultry and Egg Association, Americans consume about 46 million turkeys every year on Thanksgiving alone — so it’s no surprise that the holiday has been nicknamed Turkey Day (via Insider)....
The Surprising Reason Rachael Ray Is So Happy To Be Back In Front Of A Live Audience Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/Updated: Jan. 14, 2022 2:08 pm EST When Rachael Ray stepped back into the studio and in front of a live audience, the look and feel of the moment seemed different. The start of the 16th season of “The Rachael Ray Show” is more than just another list of celebrity guests, tasty recipes, and helpful entertaining ideas....
The Surprising Reason Reddit Users Say Starbucks Employees Can Be Fired Sorbis/Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Dec. 30, 2021 11:36 am EST There are some specific company rules that Starbucks employees have to follow. According to Worldation, staff members of the massive coffee chain aren’t permitted to wear nail polish, post anything negative on social media, or frown. Employees aren’t allowed to change the recipes or temperature of the beverages, and each has a certain station to tend to....
The Untold Truth Of Camilla Marcus Roy Rochlin/Getty Images By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: Oct. 25, 2021 12:28 pm EST Forget everything you think you know about chefs. For one thing, Camilla Marcus, a self-described California hippie who made a name for herself in New York, doesn’t have a signature dish. “I don’t really like to cook the same thing twice,” Marcus told The Select 7. She rejects the divisions of labor usually found in restaurants — even the most basic division, between kitchen and guest service....
The Untold Truth Of Pampered Chef Pampered Chef/Facebook By Jerry Landry/Jan. 14, 2022 10:59 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gathering around another’s hearth, a practice some may refer to as “a party,” isn’t always about bringing people together over the reciprocal enjoyment of their company. Sometimes it’s about gathering your family and friends under one roof so you can sell them something. Many of you have likely attended a selling party or have straddled one’s periphery: Mary Kay cosmetics, Tupperware containers, PartyLite candles....
This Is How Bourbon Is Really Made Marian Weyo/Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 1:18 pm EST Not everyone loves a smooth glass of Kentucky bourbon. That distinct flavor is one you’ll either love or hate — but if you love it, there’s a good chance you’ll love it forever, and you’ll be a stalwart whiskey drinker for life. And more and more drinkers are jumping on the bourbon train these days; in fact, some might say that there’s a “bourbon boom” occurring, with bourbon production and demand at its highest in decades....
This Taco Bell Fender Bender Had TikTok Arguing Nolichuckyjake/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Dec. 10, 2021 4:38 pm EST It’s no secret that Taco Bell is a late-night destination, especially after a night out having fun. The brand solidified that stance when running a campaign for “Fourth Meal” back in 2006 (per QSR Magazine). It wasn’t difficult to convince people that they need another meal in the day, but there was one hiccup in the plan....
This Thanksgiving Side Dish Is A Must For Andrew Zimmern Dave Kotinsky/Getty By Nancy Mock/Nov. 4, 2021 5:21 pm EST If you ask someone what they think are the side dishes that MUST make an appearance on the Thanksgiving table, you’ll find that feelings run hot on this topic as people yearn for the favorite foods they experienced growing up while celebrating the holiday with loved ones. Insider ranked the most popular side dishes, the ones that folks say are crucial to making it feel like a true Thanksgiving....
This Type Of Pumpkin Seed Might Become The Next Hummus Volosina/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Jan. 22, 2022 10:14 am EST Pumpkin seeds really have a moment in the fall when Americans carve jack-o-lanterns for Halloween, and scoop out the slimy white seeds and then roast them for a quick snack. But, for the rest of the year, they are largely forgotten about by many people. In Mexico, however, pepitas, which are a type of pumpkin seed, have been a staple in regional cuisine for the past 7,500 years (via BBC) — though they are a bit different....
This Was Kelsey Murphy’s Favorite Guest Judge On MasterChef - Exclusive Instagram By Steven John/Sept. 27, 2021 9:09 am EST Competing on “MasterChef” means rubbing elbows (and spatulas, pans, and basting brushes) with a lot of well-known figures from the culinary world. On any given day, the contestants on the American version of “MasterChef” will come into close contact with their celebrity judges like chef Gordon Ramsay, Joe Bastianich, or Aarón Sánchez....
Why The M&M’s Characters Will Look Totally Different In 2022 PaolaV1/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan AND Erich Barganier/Updated: Jan. 24, 2022 4:25 pm EST For years, they’ve been melting in your mouth, not in your hand — and now they’re getting a bit of a makeover, at least where branding is concerned. Of course, we’re talking about M&M’s, the iconic, bite-sized chocolate gems with colorful candy shells and a white “m” stamped on each and every piece....
Why There Are Vending Machines All Over Japan noina/Shutterstock By Richard Milner/Dec. 29, 2021 10:00 am EST One of the first things that visitors and newcomers to Japan notice, along with a distinctive lack of actual samurai walking around (sorry, they haven’t existed for, like, 150 years), is all the vending machines. We’re talking tons, folks. Entire rows of them, largely blue, sometimes white, full of hundreds of drinks at your button-pressing fingertips, along practically any street in any town in any part of the country....
44% Of People Think This Sandwich Shop Has The Worst Bacon Artit Wongpradu/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Oct. 2, 2021 2:59 pm EST Americans like bacon. In 2017, CBS reported on a poll that showed 21% of respondents would choose to eat bacon on each of their remaining days on Earth. Moreover, 20% maintained that they would either have real bacon - none of that turkey stuff – or forgo it entirely. Evidently, you shouldn’t skimp on the sizzled piggy....
A Dunkin’ Employee May Have Leaked A New Drink Flavor On Reddit pancha.me/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Dec. 30, 2021 12:17 pm EST Dunkin’ has pioneered some very inventive flavors over the years. According to Restaurant Clicks, the coffee and donut chain has excelled at finding ways to imbue their coffee with peanut butter, butter pecan, and pumpkin flavors, among many others. While these crowd-pleasing taste sensations have hit the mark for a good number of customers, it can take some time for the chain to roll out new flavors — and anyone who likes variety can get impatient....
Dog Lovers Need To Know About This Party Pack From Costco Instagram By Amanda Tarlton/Nov. 14, 2021 4:49 pm EST Costco is full of great finds for you as a shopper. For one, you can purchase in bulk at wholesale prices, saving you money and time — no need to make five trips back to the store when there’s enough to last you for more than a little while. There’s something for everyone, whether it’s a bottle of Kirkland Signature wine for Friday happy hour or a juicy rotisserie chicken that the whole family can enjoy for a weeknight dinner....
Duff Goldman Is Loving His ‘Majestic’ Mini Food Sculpture Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Hannah Beach/Dec. 20, 2021 2:11 pm EST Food art can be taken in any one of a million different directions. There’s the art of making food. There’s art made with food. There’s art that resembles food. The possibilities are truly endless, and many talented individuals run with whatever their imagination offers. One artist, Lefty Out There, creates art using Cheeto dust....
Easy Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Recipe Mikayla Marin/Mashed By Mikayla Marin/Sept. 27, 2021 1:15 pm EST An authentic deep dish pizza is a beautiful thing and definitely worth a trip to the Windy City to try one. But, for those who sadly will not be traveling and don’t live near an authentic pie shop, the next best thing is to make it yourself. The great news is, with this easy Chicago deep dish pizza recipe on hand, you can enjoy all the layers of cheese, meat, sauce, and dough without taking much time or effort or even leaving your house!...
Fans Are Raining Hearts On Martha Stewart’s Snowplow Skills s_bukley/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Feb. 4, 2022 11:00 am EST Over the years, Martha Stewart has developed her reputation as somewhat of a guru in terms of cooking, entertaining, and simply keeping your house looking guest-ready at all times. After all, she’s launched countless magazines, television shows, and much more, all in the lifestyle sphere. However, Stewart recently debuted another skill on her Instagram page, and fans are going nuts — it seems that she’s quite handy with a snowplow....
Here’s Where Salisbury Steak Really Gets Its Name Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Oct. 19, 2021 9:45 am EST Ah, the wide, wonderful world of steak. From T-bones to hangers to skirts and more, we love diving into these various cuts and the best ways to cook them. In the mood for a T-bone? We’re about that life. Looking for a hanger steak? We’ve been there. Prefer a skirt steak to an actual skirt or, really, any item of clothing?...
