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How Marcus Samuelsson Plans To Honor Ethiopia With Second Child lev radin/Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/Dec. 6, 2021 11:58 am EST In the kitchen, Marcus Samuelsson draws inspiration from many sources. The James Beard-winning chef and judge of “Top Chef Family Style” recently talked to Mashed about the way his Swedish upbringing comes through in the cooking techniques (like smoking and pickling) that he likes to use, as well as how being an African living in the U....

Hunter Fieri Tells The Truth About Being The Son Of Guy Fieri - Exclusive Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Jorie Mark/Dec. 21, 2021 8:03 am EST Whether your dad is your best friend or the reason why you’re in therapy (or somewhere in between), there’s no doubt about it: Our fathers can have a huge influence on our identities, values, and in many cases, our careers. What happens when the man you call “Daddy” is a celebrity who has multiple Food Network TV shows, owns restaurants, and co-owns a tequila brand with rock star Sammy Hagar?...

Instagram Is Loving This Pic Of Duff Goldman’s Baby Enjoying A Book Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images By Molly Clark/Nov. 22, 2021 8:07 pm EST Duff Goldman may have been biased when he said that his daughter, Josephine, “is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in the whole world” (via Instagram), but we have to agree, there’s not much that’s cuter than a baby, and Josephine is no exception. Goldman and his wife, Johnna, welcomed Josephine in early 2021 (via People), and Goldman has been treating us to adorable pics on social media ever since....

Is Burger King Open On Thanksgiving 2021? Matthew Horwood/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 1:26 pm EST With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it’s natural to want to ensure that all your holiday plans are in place. And if you’re going to step out for a fast food meal, it’s a good idea to double-check with a restaurant about their timings. After all, you don’t want to get to your favorite eatery only to realize that it’s not open, right?...

Nigella Lawson’s Creepy Cookies Are Perfect For Your Halloween Bash David M. Benett/Getty Images By Karen Hart/Oct. 31, 2021 2:49 am EST Halloween brings out some of the most creative foods and treats from our celebrity chef set. Jamie Oliver’s son made some “fangtastic” treats that included healthy-looking apple monsters and tangerine-shaped pumpkins. Rachael Ray has us dreaming of her hearty Draculas Transylvanian Ghoul-ash (via the “Rachael Ray Show” website). And Martha Stewart showed us how to make some pretty sinister-looking caramel apples....

Padma Lakshmi Is Turning Heads With ‘Banging’ Bob Hairstyle Noam Galai/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Nov. 16, 2021 8:19 am EST Food writer, actress, and “Top Chef” host Padma Lakshmi is a respected name in the industry. With years of experience behind her, Lakshmi is popular among scores of fans. She’s rather perceptive, too. When she once spoke about her previous stints as a model, Padma Lakshmi told PBS NewsHour, “I know that my looks are really the alchemy of my parents’ genetics and have little to do with me or any accomplishment of my own....

Paella Recipe Maren Epstein/Mashed By Maren Epstein AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 8:48 am EST According to Saveur, paella is a dish that’s uniquely hard to define, though it has a few central hallmarks. It’s most often served with yellow rice, some sort of meat, and must include saffron. This means you’re going to be investing in some saffron, which is, quite literally, worth its weight in gold. But when you try a bite of this classic paella recipe, you’ll see that it was money well spent....

Quiche Lorraine Recipe Tara Rylie/Mashed By Tara Rylie/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 9:17 am EST We think quiche is the unicorn of all breakfast foods. The dish is pure magic for so many reasons. First off, a quiche is super easy to whip up and bake. Secondly, quiches can be made with practically any ingredients you have on hand, making them great for all your leftover meats and veggies. Quiches can be the whole meal deal to wow your guests, or they can simply be a side dish paired with breakfast sausage or bacon, bowls of fresh fruit, pancakes, waffles, or toast....

The Hilarious Way Rachael Ray’s Husband Is Promoting Her New Book Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Nov. 10, 2021 11:35 am EST Fans of celebrity chef, cookbook author, and television personality Rachael Ray have probably picked up some of her signature 30-minute meals cookbooks over the years. (As her website notes, the Food Network host boasts over 20 cookbooks, in which she’s shared everything from her quick recipes to books focused on kid-friendly dishes to some embracing her Italian heritage....

The Little Debbie Holiday Treat You Can Only Get At Walmart Sundry Photography/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Oct. 15, 2021 9:31 am EST While there is a lot to love about the holiday season, no doubt one of the best parts of years’ end is all the delicious seasonal treats that are only available this time of year. From eggnog and fresh-baked cookies to Christmas cocktails and Starbucks’ bevy of holiday drinks, just about every restaurant, store, and household can get in on the fun....

The Real Reason Many Whole Foods Employees Are Quitting Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images By Lauren Rothman/Oct. 18, 2021 2:56 pm EST Bloomberg/Getty Images On the subreddit r/wholefoods, user u/goodgirlcheese authored a post titled, “Is anyone else broken up about how much Whole Foods has changed?” The user, who wrote that she has been a Whole Foods employee for 15 years, noted changes such as the diminishing coverage of employee health insurance as well as the removal of employee incentive programs....

This Is The Best Fast Food Hot Dog Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 9:11 am EST Hot dogs can be the perfect snack as you dig into one on a warm summer day and mix it with your preferred toppings. Whether you’re a fan of mustard or plain old ketchup or like to keep things classic, few things in the world are as satisfying as a well-prepared hot dog....

This Walmart Reddit Post Proves Why You Should Check Expiration Dates eldar nurkovic/Shutterstock By Katie Lenhardt/Dec. 2, 2021 8:02 pm EST “Do you have any aged salmon?” said nobody ever. It’s apparently inventory time at Walmart, which, aside from being a rather tedious exercise for retail employees everywhere, also requires cleaning out bins and shelves that often reveal some gross discoveries. A recent Reddit post shows an extra special inventory find that should remind us all to always check a product’s expiration date before buying it....

What Rachael Ray’s Favorite French Restaurant Has To Offer S. Bukley/Shutterstock By Emily Weaver/Jan. 20, 2022 12:53 pm EST “Where should we go for dinner?” It’s the age-old question which no one has a problem asking, but that nobody wants to answer (unless you have a real hankering for something, that is.) But most of the time, that’s not the case. Whether it’s date night, Sunday Funday, girls’ or boys’ night out, or family dinner, choosing a restaurant that everyone in your party will like can feel a little overwhelming....

Why Giada De Laurentiis Changed Her Last Name Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Nov. 3, 2021 2:29 pm EST Celebrity chef and TV personality Giada De Laurentiis is a popular name in the culinary space. As per Biography, the chef had a tough time as a child when her family decided to shift base to the U.S. from Italy. She didn’t know English and that proved to be a difficult thing to overcome as a 7-year-old who just wanted to fit in....

Why Homemade Smoothies Are Generally Better Than Pre-Made Ones Goffkein.pro/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Jan. 10, 2022 8:59 am EST The smoothie trend is here to stay, at least for a few more years. According to a Research and Market press release, the smoothie market hit a $14 billion valuation in 2020 — and economic forecasters, aka the money people, say this number is going to grow moderately over the next five years....

Why Padma Lakshmi Is Furious At This School District Rich Fury/Getty Images By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/Aug. 30, 2021 1:49 am EST Fans of Padma Lakshmi know that the “Top Chef” star is more than just a TV host and former model. Since landing the top role of host on the long-running hit Bravo series, Lakshmi has seen her fame and influence grow. Instead of just finding new ways to promote her “brand,” increase her fame, and enrich herself, Lakshmi has used her expansive platform as a tool to shed light on the causes and issues that are important to her....

38% Say This Is Their Favorite Holiday-Themed Drink Fattyplace/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Dec. 22, 2021 1:31 pm EST With the holiday season fully upon us, many are starting to seriously get into the festive spirit: not only through some indulgent, relaxing days off from work or the joy of reconnecting with friends and family at parties, but also by comsuming celebratory holiday-themed food and drinks. Much like the dishes traditionally eaten on these special occasions, holiday drinks tend to be richer and more extravagant than their everyday counterparts — whether we’re talking about festive Christmas punch, whipped cream-crowned hot chocolate, sweet mulled wine, fruit filled sangria, hot buttered rum, a classic wassail, or creamy eggnog....

Cleaning Products You Should Have In Your Kitchen Right Now Natali _ Mis/Shutterstock By Clara Zervigon/Updated: Nov. 15, 2021 4:35 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We’re going to cut to the chase here: Cleaning the kitchen can be a giant hassle. Cooking, by nature, creates dirty dishes, stovetop spills, and, if you aren’t careful, difficult stains. Plus, spots like tile grout and the inside of the oven slowly but surely take a beating, and over time they can become so dirty they are hardly recognizable....

Do Opal Apples Really Never Brown? bahadirdurgut/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Jan. 4, 2022 4:21 pm EST With most types of apples, we run into a little problem. It feels like every time we cut one up, the fruit turns brown before we’re ready to taste its crispy crunch. Now, an interesting hybrid known as the Opal apple is making waves with claims that it doesn’t brown when left sliced for long periods of time, according to My Recipes....