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This Is Every State’s Favorite Christmas Cookie Ruth Black/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Dec. 17, 2021 10:30 am EST At times it may seem as if we’re living in a generic, strip-mall America, with carbon copies of the exact same Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, etc. on every street corner. We’re all shopping at Costco, we’re all drinking Coke or Pepsi, and we’re all eating exactly the same things for dinner each day (except for hipster foodies, who seem to subsist entirely on a diet of pork belly and beet salad)....

This Is What Really Happened To The Taco Bell Chihuahua Vern Evans Photo/Getty Images By Alia Hoyt/Nov. 23, 2021 11:59 am EST Gidget the dog had acting chops to rival many of Hollywood’s finest. After all, it takes a lot of talent for a 12-pound, female chihuahua to convince legions of people around the world that she’s actually a teenage boy trapped in a dog’s body, per Wide Open Pets. But convince them she did, and the legacy of this adorable pooch is history....

This TikTok Hack Could Help You Save Money On Olive Garden Takeout Bloomberg/Getty Images By Chase Shustack/Dec. 20, 2021 3:32 pm EST Takeout has become increasingly popular (via Restaurant Business Online). Whether you’re using a food delivery app or just picking up from your local sushi or pizza place, there’s something special about eating your favorite meal in the comfort of your own home. If you’re an Olive Garden fanatic, the idea of chomping down on those buttery, oven-fresh breadsticks, and a hot serving of Chicken Alfredo in front of the TV sounds almost too good to be true....

TikTok’s Jessica Woo Spills The Details On Her Bento Box School Lunches - Exclusive Interview Instagram By Jorie Mark/Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 9:59 am EST There are the parents who pack their kids Lunchables … and then there is Jessica Woo. One of the few foodie creators to make TikTok’s coveted Discover List, the mom of three sends her daughters to school with intricately assembled bento box lunches, in which you’ll find everything from shrimp alfredo pasta to sushi … and always, a thoughtful note....

Wawa Just Jumped On The Pumpkin Spice Bandwagon With 2 New Drinks Hiram Rios/Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Sept. 8, 2021 10:09 am EST Pumpkin spice season is officially here, and chains are bulking up their pumpkin-flavored drinks on their menus. Wawa, a quick-service store and gas station with a cult-like following, is the latest to add new pumpkin spice drinks to its coffee menu, according to Chew Boom. While everyone can’t wait to get their hands on pumpkin-flavored drinks, these will only be around for a limited amount of time at select stores, so don’t wait to try them....

Wendy’s Double Stack: What To Know Before Ordering Twitter By Naomi Kennedy/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 4:50 pm EST There’s a fast-food restaurant for any type of craving. And when your tastebuds are specifically asking “where’s the beef?” Wendy’s is a great place to go. The chain has been putting tasty burgers in the hands of customers since 1969, when the chain opened its debut location in Columbus, Ohio (via Wendy’s). Over the years, Wendy’s signature, square-shaped hamburger patties have been the star of a number of decadent meals....

What Is Bottarga And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Updated: Jan. 24, 2022 10:30 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’ve never heard of bottarga, you’re not alone. Some people can’t even pronounce it — don’t worry, we had to Google it, too. Bottarga (remember to roll that B into a V) is cured fish roe that is taken from the likes of grey mullet, swordfish, or even bluefin tuna, that is dried into slabs....

Why Family Matters In Baking, According To Jocelyn Delk Adams - Exclusive Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/Nov. 30, 2021 11:53 am EST Anyone that follows celebrity chef and baker Jocelyn Delk Adams knows that her love of cooking always starts with family. “I think a lot about if there was a particular meal that I would be amazed to have … if I could bring my grandmother back and she made a meal for me,” Delk Adams told Mashed in an exclusive interview....

Why Most Costco Locations Don’t Have Self-Checkout Stations, According To Reddit Jillian Cain Photography/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: Feb. 14, 2022 1:39 pm EST Costco is one of those places that never seems to not be crowded. But if you’ve ever been to Costco during primetime — like on a Sunday afternoon or a weeknight after 5 p.m. when everyone’s just gotten off work — you are likely all too familiar with how much of a zoo it turns into....

Why You Should Never Put Meat On A Cold Grill sweet marshmallow/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 4:27 pm EST Don’t think the temperature of the grill matters? Think again. Whether you forgot to preheat the grill or you’re just impatient to get the process started, back away slowly. If you want perfectly seared meats, give the grill a chance to fire up properly. If not, you’ll live to regret this major grilling faux pas....

13 Hawaiian Punch Flavors Ranked Worst To Best calimedia/Shutterstock By Sophia Hart/Jan. 10, 2022 1:03 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In terms of brightly colored drinks, it’s a safe assumption that we’ve all tried at least one fruity, sugary glass of Hawaiian Punch. This sweet drink was initially created in 1934, and at first, wasn’t even intended to be a drink, but a syrup to top Ice cream....

A Ridiculous Amount Of Popcorn Is Eaten During The Super Bowl Mykhailo Baidala/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Feb. 8, 2022 5:58 pm EST Super Bowl Sunday is fast approaching, and the only thing more exciting than the game, the commercials, and the half-time show (which this year will feature Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar, and Dr. Dre) is of course the food. American sports fans are obsessed with snacks and drinks, just about as much as we are the actual game....

Aldi Shoppers Can’t Wait To Get Their Hands On These Organic Tortillas Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Nov. 19, 2021 8:44 pm EST There is no shortage of tasty dishes you can make using tortillas. From standards like burritos, quesadillas, and enchiladas, to more creative dishes like breakfast tacos, pizza, pinwheels, and healthy sandwich wraps, they offer endless possibilities for crafting delicious and innovative entrees and snacks, via Taste of Home. And although the humble tortilla might not get a lot of credit as the star of these meals, many of our favorite dishes just wouldn’t be possible without this essential ingredient....

Baskin-Robbins’ November 2021 Flavor Is Perfect For Cinnamon Lovers Baskin-Robbins By Aimee Lamoureux/Nov. 1, 2021 1:26 pm EST In many parts of the country, the weather is turning cold, so some might think that ice cream season is coming to a close. However, Baskin-Robbins is here to assure fans that ice cream is a treat that can be enjoyed all year long with the release of a brand-new Flavor of the Month, which is perfect for fall....

Below Deck Mediterranean’s Captain Sandy Yawn Wants This Person To Be Her Personal Chef Paul Archuleta/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Jan. 5, 2022 10:14 am EST For Captain Sandy Yawn, being a part of an exciting show like “Below Deck” is something that she loves doing. As per Bravo TV, Yawn was attracted to the sea ever since she was a child and knew that it was her calling. Plus, it’s an intriguing journey that offers viewers a rare glimpse into what it’s like to be a part of a luxury charter yacht for crew members, per The New York Times....

Bobby Flay’s Most Embarrassing On-Screen Moments Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Leah Resnick/Sept. 16, 2021 3:06 pm EST Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is a seasoned restaurateur and a fixture on the Food Network, having starred in numerous long-running shows and specials. He’s also written a number of cookbooks and can reportedly command up to $100,000 for a single appearance. Having been handsomely rewarded for his success, the suave kitchen star is worth a cool $30 million, according to Money, Inc....

Cereal Lovers Need To Know About These 2 New Walmart Popcorns Sheila Fitzgerald/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Feb. 7, 2022 12:49 pm EST If you’re rushing out the door to work or class, there’s almost no morning meal option as simple and as easy as a bowl of cereal. But even beyond the breakfast table, cereal is a versatile ingredient. There’s the classic Rice Krispies Treats, which transforms breakfast into delicious dessert, or recipes like Martha Stewart’s fried chicken, which covers the sweet and savory realm by using cornflakes to coat the meat....

Chef Rene Opens Up About Cooking For The Rich And Famous - Exclusive Facebook By Steven John/Oct. 1, 2021 9:33 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Chef Rene Johnson’s path in life has been anything but conventional. For nearly two decades of her professional life, she wasn’t even a chef — she worked in finance. But ironically, a flair for baking soon saw Johnson incorporating cooking into her business....

Dany Garcia Reveals Why ZOA Is Different Than Other Energy Drinks - Exclusive Erik Umphrey By David L. Lebovitz/Oct. 14, 2021 3:11 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Earlier this year, a new energy drink debuted: ZOA. Created by a team including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Dany Garcia, Dave Rienzi, and John Shulman, it markets itself as a healthy alternative to the sugar-filled, artificial energy drinks on the market....

Discontinued Burger King Menu Items We Wish Would Make A Comeback Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images By Joel Burrows AND Mariel Loveland/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 12:34 pm EST In the grand scheme of human history, Burger King has been around for less than a blip. According to Britannica, this joint was only created back in 1954. However, despite the fact that Burger King is relatively new, it has seen a stack of products come and go....