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Jeni Britton Dishes On What Sets Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Apart From Other Brands - Exclusive Interview Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams By Jorie Mark/Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 10:21 am EST Move over, chocolate and vanilla … wouldn’t you rather have a scoop of Goat Cheese with Red Cherries or Brandied Banana Brûlée? Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams sure are different from what you’ll find in your typical supermarket freezer aisle, and maybe that’s why people are willing to spend $12 a pint for them; It’s no secret that Jeni’s ice creams aren’t exactly cheap, but loyal customers don’t seem to mind....

Julia Directors Spill On The Non-Fancy Foods Julia Child Loved - Exclusive Sony Pictures Classics By David Klein/Dec. 1, 2021 2:06 pm EST You’d be forgiven for assuming Julia Child’s culinary proclivities would be exclusively of the fancy variety. She literally wrote the book on French cuisine catered towards an American audience. And then there that was that oh so distinctive Mid-Atlantic accent, which sounded nothing short of regal. But, according to Julie Cohen and Betsy West, the co-directors of the must-see new documentary “Julia,” which offers an in-depth examination of the food icon (as seen on YouTube) — when it comes to Child, you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover....

Nigella Lawson Just Weighed In On This Controversial COVID-19 Meme Neilson Barnard/Getty By Lauren Cahn/Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 9:56 am EST “Ambushed by Cake: It just has to be the title of my next book!” Britain’s beloved celebrity chef, Nigella Lawson, tweeted this week along with the hashtag “#AmbushedByCake” (via Twitter). As far as anyone knows, however, there is no “next book” underway. Rather, the tweet was really Lawson’s cheeky dig at United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Conservative Party....

Parents Are Loving Aldi’s Peanut Butter And Jelly Bites Instagram By Amanda Tarlton/Jan. 13, 2022 12:22 pm EST If you’re a parent to picky eaters, you’re all too aware of how difficult it can be to find something they’ll actually eat for lunch, let alone enjoy. Tired of trying to force them to eat their vegetables and unable to handle another tantrum, you resort to the one thing almost every kid likes: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich....

Pumpkin Pecan Cupcakes Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/Nov. 12, 2021 12:35 pm EST It goes without saying that fall is certainly the time of year for all things pumpkin. Everything from drinks and desserts to even savory dishes feature this favorite ingredient as the star. And it certainly continues on from the beginning of fall all the way through Thanksgiving. That popularity has to do with pumpkin being such a wildly versatile ingredient, pairing well with sweet and savory applications....

Rebel Wilson Understands Why You Want To Talk About Her Diet Stefanie Keenan/Getty By Kalea Martin/Oct. 20, 2021 4:18 pm EST You may recognize her from her role in “Pitch Perfect” or be familiar with her self-deprecating humor, but that’s not what Rebel Wilson wants to be known for anymore (via The Independent). The Australian actress is actively working to shed her reputation as the token side character whose personality revolves almost entirely around a different main character....

Shamrock Sugar Cookies Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Feb. 15, 2022 3:42 pm EST St. Patrick’s Day calls for plenty of green, and cookies are no exception. If you are looking for a fun sweet to serve on this particular holiday day, then look no further than these delicious shamrock sugar cookies. Recipe developer Miriam Hahn came up with this wonderful recipe, and there’s no doubt that these yummy sugar cookies will hit the spot....

Shoppers Are Losing It Over This Cart Etiquette Question Eak sikgun/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Oct. 19, 2021 4:24 pm EST When it comes to shopping cart etiquette, there are a ton of small elements to consider. According to Reader’s Digest, considerate shoppers should avoid leaving their carts rolling around in the parking lot, abandoning their trolleys in the checkout lane, encroaching on the personal space of others with your cart, and leaving your cart in the middle of the aisle....

The Annual Marshmallow Fluff Festival You Never Knew Existed Mystic Stock Photography/Shutterstock By Nick Desimone/Nov. 24, 2021 6:29 pm EST Marshmallow Fluff is a ubiquitous and nostalgic childhood favorite that has been part of America’s pantry for more than 100 years. A staple in packed lunches, after-school Fluffernutter sandwiches, and cups of hot cocoa, Marshmallow Fluff has carved out a place for itself in confectionary history. It’s easy to see why an overly sugary, gooey spread is popular with children, but fluff is surprisingly popular with adults as well....

The Condiment Adele Always Carries With Her DFree/Shutterstock By Olivia Bria/Updated: Nov. 29, 2021 10:47 am EST Through the years, Adele has earned many accolades from her music and 2021 has proved to be no exception for the superstar. Since the release of her album, “30,” which we just can’t stop listening to, Adele has found herself in the spotlight once again. With her “One Night Only” concert, exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey, and the rumors surrounding her diet, fans are back to being obsessed with Adele....

The Soda-Inspired Origin Of The Term ‘Moxie’ Facebook By Chase Shustack/Oct. 7, 2021 12:24 pm EST “You know what you got, Jay? You got moxie!” Spoken by Richard Dreyfuss’ character in the 1993 movie Lost in Yonkers, this colorful-sounding word has found a home in the vocabulary of street-wise mafiosos, athletic coaches, and sometimes even movie critics. Usually referring to one’s courage or energy (via Merriam-Webster), moxie seems to associate itself with underdogs rising up to meet the impossible or showing some spirit, i....

The Tragic Reason A Wendy’s Worker Was Shot By A Drive-Thru Customer Wendy’s By Felix Behr/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 9:43 am EST On January 14, Fox News carried the tragic news that a 16-year-old in Phoenix had been shot in the head. According to a more recent report by 12news.com, Brian Durham Jr., the victim, has been taken off the ventilator and removed from the ICU. He will have to undergo speech therapy, but that is the positive outcome for this story....

The Truth About Cayton Flippen From Guy’s Chance Of A Lifetime Facebook By Amy Hamblen/Jan. 2, 2022 6:27 pm EST Broiling and basting your way to the top of a restaurant’s food chain can take a lifetime, so a shot at winning the “keys to a multi-million dollar” franchise could be quite the game-changer. Well, that’s exactly what’s at stake on “Guy’s Chance of a Lifetime,” and, of course, that prized franchise is none other than Guy Fieri’s poultry-slinging Chicken Guy....

The Untold Truth Of Benihana Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Allie Miller/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 1:35 pm EST This beloved American chain is known for providing both a Japanese-inspired meal and a fiery performance. Instead of simply eating a fresh, hot meal, you can watch it get cooked on a huge metal griddle before your eyes. The grilled shrimp, chicken, and steak can be very delicious, but the most memorable thing about going to Benihana is watching an acrobatic cook perform tricks like making a face from egg yolks, a heart from fried rice, and a volcano from onion rings (via Medium)....

The Upsetting Reason So Many Restaurant Workers Are Leaving The Industry Martin Novak/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Oct. 10, 2021 1:47 pm EST If you thought the summer had a labor crisis, get ready. Restaurant Business has relayed the findings of a survey conducted by Joblist which found that 58% of restaurant and hotel employees plan on quitting in the remaining months of 2021. This does not include the 16% who said they have already done so....

These Limited-Edition Lucky Charms Turn Your Milk Green Facebook By Maria Scinto/Jan. 24, 2022 2:25 pm EST Lucky Charms is the only breakfast cereal we know of whose mascot is a leprechaun, something that alone makes it pretty much the official breakfast cereal of St. Patrick’s Day. Sure, there’s nothing remotely Irish about the breakfast product — according to IrishCentral, the most popular morning meal in Ireland consists of sausages, bacon, eggs, soda bread, and savory puddings both white and black — but it’s hard to resist the charming cartoon character on the cereal box....

Wendy’s Maple Bacon Chicken Croissant Copycat Recipe Michelle McGlinn/Mashed By Michelle McGlinn AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 8:13 am EST Want a quick, easy, and decidedly delicious sandwich? Then hop in the car and head to Wendy’s to buy yourself a Maple Bacon Chicken Croissant sandwich. Want to save a bit of time and cash and skip the trip? Then make yourself a copycat of said sandwich with this recipe....

Why ‘Pay It Forward’ Lines Might Not Be As Popular As You Think Bloomberg/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Oct. 4, 2021 2:55 pm EST Everyone loves the pay-if-for-forward lines, right? It’s a random act of kindness that sometimes blossoms into a wholesome meadow, such as the time in 2014 when CNN reported on a chain of over 750 Starbucks customers paying it forward. For those out of the loop, Fansided’s Smart Carting describes the pay it forward scheme as one person giving an additional $5 so that the following customer can benefit....

Why Marcus Samuelsson Feels Today’s Young Chefs Have A Better Chance At Success Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Feb. 7, 2022 7:28 pm EST If you’re interested in food, you’ve likely heard of Marcus Samuelsson. This celebrity chef with restaurants across the world is a regular judge on the Food Network culinary competition “Chopped,” the author of numerous cookbooks, and the host of PBS’ “No Passport Required,” a U.S.-based culinary travel show (via IMDb)....

Why Some TikTokers Don’t Think Salt Bae Is Actually Worth The Hype Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Aug. 30, 2021 5:12 pm EST Some may wonder how a man has grown an international restaurant empire based on the somewhat flamboyant way he sprinkles salt upon a cooking steak. Yet Nusret Gökçe, also known as Salt Bae, exists and has enjoyed a wildly lucrative career for these very reasons. However, even though he’s been the poplar cultural phenomenon seen in many a meme, there have been signs of growing discontent for the hype garnered by the culinary personality....