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Can You Really Buy Willy Wonka Chocolate Bars? Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Chase Shustack/Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 2:17 pm EST Since 1964, the fantastic story of Willy Wonka, Charlie Bucket, and the incredible land of candy dreamt up by Roald Dahl have mesmerized readers with visions of chocolate rivers, lollipop trees, and elusive Golden Tickets (via Roald Dahl). While Gobstoppers, Laffy Taffy, and Nerds Ropes continue to grace grocery store shelves, few can figure out what happened to the classic Wonka bar (via Candy Store)....

Dunkin’ Used To Be Called Something Totally Different lma_ss/Shutterstock By Jonathan DeLise/Jan. 20, 2022 2:20 pm EST Nowadays, even though one can make use of a French press, a cappuccino machine, or a single-serve pod in the comfort of their own home, there’s something about curating your own Frankenstein’s monster of a cuppa that draws us to Starbucks, Peet’s, Dunkin’, and even Mister Donut — or whatever chain you find down on the corner....

Every Ore Ida French Fry, Ranked Worst To Best TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Kristen Carli/Dec. 30, 2021 2:17 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you think of frozen french fries, chances are that Ore Ida (an abbreviation of Oregon Idaho) is quick to come to mind. According to the company’s website, it was founded more than 60 years ago and provides an assortment of food products across the nation....

Everything You Need To Know About Soy Sauce Shutterstock By Lisa Curran Matte/Updated: Jan. 10, 2022 9:06 am EST When it comes to America’s favorite condiments, soy sauce ranks right up there with everyday picnic-table favorites. A reader survey conducted by The Daily Meal lists soy sauce as America’s fourth-favorite condiment after mayonnaise (No. 1), mustard (No. 2), and ketchup (No. 3). Cast the net a bit wider and soy sauce still makes an impressive showing, ranking No....

Good News For Fans Of Chipotle’s Smoked Brisket Studio Barcelona/Shutterstock By Gillie Houston/Updated: Sept. 23, 2021 12:13 pm EST The smoky barbecue-inspired meat that’s hitting Chipotle locations across North America this week just might win over even the most loyal fans of the chain’s other options. In a press release, Chipotle announced the arrival of its Smoked Brisket in the United States and Canada. According to the fast-casual Mexican chain, “brisket has been consistently among the top requested menu items by Chipotle guests,” prompting the Chipotle culinary team to “develop a reimagined brisket recipe that is uniquely Chipotle....

Gordon Ramsay’s Masterclass Post Has Fans Disagreeing Over This Steak Roy Rochlin/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Jan. 17, 2022 10:04 am EST Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has many achievements: He’s a well-known TV personality with popular restaurants in different parts of the world and has a legion of fans who respect and admire his work. It helps that the chef is very active on social media platforms like YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram with millions of followers who stay connected with his latest updates....

Guy Fieri’s Real Name Might Surprise You Steve Jennings/Getty Images By Anthony Mastroianni/Oct. 5, 2021 11:59 am EST He made not have been born the Mayor of Flavortown, nor was he born with spiky bleached hair and a bowler shirt, but that’s all fairly obvious. But you would probably never guess the most identifying fact when it comes to Guy Fieri … or should we say, Guy Ramsey Ferry? According to Insider, the now-famous chef — known for his hit show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” as well as his kooky food inventions and a standout appearance — has a birth certificate that reads “Guy Ferry....

Here’s Why Homemade Fries Taste So Different From Fast Food Christopher Jue/Getty Images By Chase Shustack/Sept. 1, 2021 3:21 pm EST Fries are one of the classic staples of American food, so much so we eat 4.5 billion pounds of them a year (via Grit)! From fast-food to comfort food, to being dipped in ketchup to smothered in gravy and cheese, french fries are a versatile snack that can be enjoyed almost any time of day....

Homemade Cream Of Onion Soup Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 20, 2021 11:54 am EST We tend to take onions for granted, but just try to imagine life without them. They serve as the starting point for so many great recipes, from soups to stir-frys to roasts and beyond. Indeed, there are countless dishes that commence with the cooking of onions. In most cases, the humble Allium cepa blends in beautifully with the other ingredients, though its own unique and delightful flavor may be all but lost along the way....

How Papa Murphy’s Succeeded By Merging Two Failing Businesses dcwcreations/Shutterstock By Lauren David/Dec. 20, 2021 10:34 am EST For most of the United States, Papa Murphy’s is a household name when it comes to take-and-bake pizza options. This chain only serves pre-made pizzas that you bake at home at your convenience, whether you need a quick and easy meal for your family or for whenever a craving strikes. Catering to different palettes, you can order stuffed crust pizza, thin crust, and even gluten-free dough with Murphy’s classic cheese pizza, pepperoni, vegetarian, and all-meat options (via the company menu)....

Old Fashioned Persimmon Pudding Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Nov. 10, 2021 11:23 am EST Are you looking for a unique dessert to bring to the table? Whether you need something at a special event, holiday, or just a nice family dinner, then we think that this tasty persimmon pudding is just what the doctor ordered. Persimmon is one of the less popular fruits out there, but they are incredibly delicious with their sweet, rich, and honey-like taste....

Pumpkin Hershey Kiss Cookies Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 19, 2021 3:16 pm EST It’s fall ya’ll. You know what that means? Pumpkin spice and everything nice! Registered dietician and recipe developer Kristen Carli took her love for pumpkin and turned it into pumpkin cookies. But wait, there’s more! These delicious pumpkin spice cookies are topped with Hershey’s Kisses! As the leaves turn and we don our sweaters, scarves, and boots, one thing we’ve come to expect is pumpkin-flavored desserts soon to follow....

Taco Bell Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos Supreme Recipe Angela Latimer/Mashed By Angela Latimer AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 13, 2021 11:15 am EST Taco Bell has delivered some cheesy — in all the right ways — spins on Mexican-inspired foods over the years. One such food innovation (that became an instant favorite) is the Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos Supreme. Now, thanks to chef and recipe developer Angela Latimer of Bake it With Love, you can make a Copycat Taco Bell Nacho Cheese Doritos Locos Tacos Supreme in the comfort of your home....

TGI Fridays Just Jumped On The Virtual Kitchen Bandwagon TGI Friday’s/Facebook By Sophia Lo/Jan. 11, 2022 1:24 am EST Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, a lot has changed about indoor dining. In 2020, TGI Fridays announced that it could close up to 20% of its dining locations, which was disappointing news for loyal customers. But although some TGI Fridays restaurants had to shut down, the chain isn’t done with all of its ideas yet....

The Biggest Mistakes Everyone Makes When Using Flour Africa Studio/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Sept. 8, 2021 1:59 pm EST Flour is a staple ingredient in just about every kitchen. Whether you have a sweet tooth and love to whip up cakes and cookies, enjoy experimenting with crafting loaves of bread, or simply have it on hand for whenever you need help thickening a sauce or stew, it’s almost guaranteed to be in your pantry....

The Bizarre Reason This TikToker Returned Her Starbucks Drink Manu Padilla/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Updated: Feb. 21, 2022 1:18 pm EST Starbucks is a mystical coffee land where anything goes. There is no shortage of “secret menu items” that go viral on social media with all sorts of crazy flavor combinations. Although these drinks are often complicated and seem annoying to make, Starbucks employees are required to make any and all custom drink orders....

The Gray Plastic Underneath Your Frozen Pizza Actually Serves A Purpose Brandy McKnight/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Dec. 7, 2021 4:54 pm EST There are a lot of food opinions on the internet, and some of the most passionate are about pizza. People have thoughts about the best way to make it, the right way to reheat it, the best and worst toppings (see: pineapple), and the list goes on and on. One thing that people can agree on is that freshly made, right out of the oven pies are the best type of pizza, but the convenience factor of frozen options gives the fresh kind a run for its money....

The Indian Dish Padma Lakshmi Makes Every Week Lev Radin/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Sept. 23, 2021 3:43 pm EST If you count yourself as a fan of “Top Chef,” you can’t go an episode without an appearance from host and executive producer, Padma Lakshmi. According to her website, Lakshmi ranks as a well-known food critic and has gone on to create other food-based shows, like Hulu’s “Taste the Nation,” after the success of “Top Chef....

The Real Reason We Clink Glasses Before Drinking ENZELEN/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Updated: Sept. 27, 2021 2:58 pm EST We’d like to propose a toast! It seems that more often than not, whenever there’s something or someone to celebrate — or if we feel like gathering with friends and catching up over a few drinks, we are inclined to exclaim, “Cheers!” (or “Salut!,” “¡Salud!,” “Sláinte!,” “À votre santé!,” etc.) before we clink our glasses, cans, or mugs together prior to taking the first sip....

These Sprinkles Are So Perfect, Reddit Is Mad About It bigacis/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 10:23 pm EST Some people just love the experience of watching someone carefully complete an organizational task or seeing pictures of objects neatly and carefully arranged. In fact, this type of content is so popular, there is even a term for it: “oddly satisfying.” Whether it’s perfectly stacked boxes, exceptionally designed croissants, or precise slicing motions, many people have found that this type of content can be very enjoyable to watch....