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GoT Star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau Opened Up About Playing A Mean Chef Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Jan. 25, 2022 2:21 pm EST Even though we love Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, we don’t need to love everything about the characters he brings to life — as much as we adored Jamie Lannister in “Game of Thrones,” there were aspects of the character that were far from desirable. As with his past role, Coster-Waldau’s new character in “A Taste of Hunger” isn’t always our friend (via Eater)....

Here’s How Much It Really Costs To Open A Sonic Drive-In Franchise Scott Olson/Getty Images By Liz Barrett Foster/Updated: Oct. 18, 2021 8:40 am EST Back in 1953, Sonic Drive-In began as Top Hat Drive-In in Shawnee, Oklahoma. There are now more than 3,500 Sonic locations in 46 states (via Oklahoma Historical Society). Over the years, Sonic has stood out for its unique drive-up carhop service (roller skates included) and classic diner menu of burgers, Coney dogs, fries, and shakes (via the Sonic website)....

Here’s How You Can Get A Free Nip Of Whiskey At Raglan Road Goncharov_Artem/Shutterstock By Nancy Mock/Jan. 25, 2022 12:12 pm EST The Irish Gaelic expression “céad míle fáilte” — one frequently seen on signs and doorsteps in Ireland and in Irish pubs everywhere — means “a hundred thousand welcomes,” according to Huff Post. This famous Irish warmth and hospitality is in full force at Disney World’s Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant, which their official website says is tucked in among the dozens of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in the Disney Springs part of the park....

Insomnia Cookies’ New Valentine’s Day Lineup Is All Things Red Velvet Insomnia Cookies By Taylor Huang/Jan. 25, 2022 11:16 pm EST Need a way to win over your crush’s stomach, heart, and soul this Valentine’s Day? Insomnia Cookies believes it has you covered there, thanks to its limited-edition red velvet cookie assortment developed for the lover’s holiday. According to a press release by the cookie chain, customers can now order several different Valentine’s-themed cookies and dessert bundles....

Mistakes You’re Making With Your Instant Pot Instant Pot By Karen Miner/Updated: Feb. 14, 2022 10:41 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Instant Pot has taken the world by storm, and successfully reintroduced pressure cooking into our everyday lives. This useful appliance now has a permanent spot on our counters, and helps us make dinner in a fraction of the time compared to ovens and slow cookers....

Nestle’s New Candy Is Made With Nut Butter Fans In Mind AtlasStudio/Shutterstock By Gillie Houston/Oct. 27, 2021 12:33 pm EST Nut butter fans just might have a new go-to indulgence thanks to an iconic chocolate company’s latest confection. In a press release, candy giant Nestlé announced the debut of a nutty new product unlike any of the brand’s other chocolate bars. The brand-new Nestlé Rallies Nut Butter Bombs are made with real almond, cashew, and peanut butters coated in the company’s signature milk and dark chocolates....

Read This If You’ve Ever Wanted Mountain Dew Sneakers Mountain Dew By Erich Barganier/Updated: Feb. 2, 2022 2:33 pm EST Sometimes, you need to show the world just how much you love your favorite soda. In a recent Instagram post, Mountain Dew shared a video of a Yeti hiding behind a Christmas tree while a group of people wearing Mountain Dew-themed clothing open presents filled with even more branded items. The post is captioned, “You never know when unexpected guests (or abominable snowmen) will stop by this holiday season....

Reddit Is Cracking Up At The Eyes On This Starbucks Snowman Arina P Habich/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Dec. 9, 2021 2:27 pm EST While Starbucks holiday drinks, such as the Peppermint Mocha, the Caramel Brulée Latte, or the Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, tend to get most of the attention during the winter season, the company also rolls out a wide variety of fun and festive food this time of year. One such popular holiday item is the cute little Snowman Cookie....

Simple Peanut Butter Popcorn Recipe Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert/Mashed By Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert AND Mashed Staff/Nov. 2, 2021 10:09 am EST Popcorn is an all-time favorite snack, and trying different varieties brings the treat to a whole higher level of deliciousness. Plain and simple, there’s really no better snack. While popcorn may seem like a super basic food to many, there are several ways to dress it up. Caramel-covered popcorn happens to be one of the most popular types of popcorn, and of course, there’s plain old-fashioned movie theater popcorn seasoned with salt and lots of warm butter....

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 21, 2021 12:52 pm EST Whether it’s spring, summer, fall, or winter, a slice of perfectly cooked pork tenderloin is just about the perfect option for lunch and dinner. Now you can take this sentiment to another level with recipe developer Stephanie Rapone’s smoked bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin recipe, one that’s both simple and delicious. And don’t let a classic dish like this intimidate you....

The Biggest Lesson Anne Burrell Has Learned From Being A Chef John Lamparski/Getty Images By Lucy Maddox/Oct. 7, 2021 11:25 am EST If you are a Food Network enthusiast, then you are also familiar with celebrity chef Anne Burrell. Known for her signature spiky blond hair and her no-nonsense attitude, the New York native made her first television appearance in 2005, when she was asked to be Mario Batali’s sou chef on “Iron Chef America....

The Disturbing Reason The Entire Staff Of One Rally’s Location Quit In Protest Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/Oct. 28, 2021 1:38 pm EST A new kind of virus is spreading among fast food workers across America. Not a literal virus, as in a germ, but a contagious idea. As Vice reported in July, employees in low-wage jobs across the U.S. have started to believe they don’t have to put up any longer with physically demanding, stressful working conditions....

The Episode Andrew Zimmern Wishes He Filmed For What’s Eating America Steven Ferdman/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 2:42 pm EST Chef Andrew Zimmern has a gift for delighting his audiences when he’s in front of the camera. He’s known for his numerous television appearances, including but not limited to “Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations,” “The Zimmern List,” “Andrew Zimmern’s Driven By Food,” “My Hometown with Andrew Zimmern,” and more (via IMDb....

The Ina Garten Dish You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Amanda Maida/Jan. 24, 2022 12:53 pm EST Ina Garten is a world-famous culinary personality who once worked as a budget analyst in the White House, and who has no formal cooking experience. Nothing stopped her from opening her own gourmet food shop in the Hamptons called Barefoot Contessa. She’s best known for her Food Network cooking program of the same name which exhibits her high-quality standards of ingredients and her light-hearted admiration for booze....

The Stand Mixer Ina Garten Swears By Manny Carabel/Getty Images By Justine Lee/Dec. 15, 2021 3:58 pm EST What is Ina Garten if not a mood, a forever moment, and a mantra? Reporting from her home in East Hampton, the cookbook author and TV personality serves up her simple yet sophisticated food philosophy, all the while offering many meme-worthy glimpses into her relationship with husband Jeffrey and the lavish parties she throws for her fabulous friends while, conveniently, “Jeffrey is away....

The Untold Truth Of King’s Hawaiian BBQ Sauce King’s Hawaiian By Robyn Hunt/Updated: Jan. 13, 2022 3:56 pm EST If you think about King’s Hawaiian, the first thing that likely come to mind is their delectable, fluffy, universally enjoyed, and great for every occasion sweet bread. Since the 1950s, the company has been baking their own rendition of Portuguese sweet bread which is now found in supermarkets and on restaurant menus across the country....

The Untold Truth Of Tang Walter Eric Sy/Shutterstock By Brent Furdyk/Updated: Jan. 26, 2022 1:57 pm EST While not as ubiquitous as it once was, Tang has been a fixture at breakfast tables throughout the world well over a half-century. Launched by General Foods in 1959, Tang simulated the experience of drinking fresh-squeezed orange juice via the creation of a powder — dubbed “flavor crystals” — that could be mixed with water to create a juice-like beverage (via Food & Wine)....

This Country Eats More Seafood Than Any Other In The World enzosub/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Feb. 22, 2022 10:56 am EST Do you love seafood? We know that we sure do. Whether we’re grilling a fresh whole snapper, getting spicy with a ceviche, or just mixing up some classic tuna salad, we can really get down on some surf in addition to the turf in our diets. One thing we love about seafood is its versatility: You can go luxe with a whole lobster or some king crab legs, or enjoy a simple, affordable treat such as steamed mussels....

This NYC Ice Cream Shop Is A Blast From The Past By Hope Ngo/Nov. 11, 2021 11:48 am EST If there’s one thing we can count on, its the fickleness of the food and beverage industry. For this reason, restaurants that might be hot and in high demand one day are empty and devoid of customers the next. This is especially true of urban areas like New York City, where factors like rent, staffing, and the coronavirus pandemic, have taken their toll....

This Swap Will Make Your Bolognese More Decadent Than Ever Sunny Forest/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Oct. 5, 2021 12:17 pm EST Oh, pasta, how we love you. In addition to the dizzying array of both fresh and dried pastas to choose from — think tagliatelle and ziti, tortellini and orzo — there are also dozens of sauces available for your sopping-up-with-bread pleasure. In the mood for herbs? Simply whiz up a fresh pesto....