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The Untold Truth Of Matty Matheson Facebook By Ryan Unger/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 8:32 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Television and movies often portray the life of a chef as sexy, and why wouldn’t they? Tantalizing patrons’ taste buds while running a seamless kitchen with authority and pride practically sounds magical. But, if you ever have the opportunity to actually speak with one about the gritty behind-the-scenes details, you quickly learn it’s anything but magical....

These Are The Fanciest Fast Food Restaurants In The World LaineN/Shutterstock By Tšhegofatšo Ndabane/Updated: Feb. 9, 2022 12:02 pm EST It’s not every day that the word “fancy” casually comes to mind when you’re thinking about your favorite fast food restaurants. On the contrary, linear conversations about fancy food and restaurants are likely to spark descriptions of a very particular combination: rare and luxurious ingredients, gorgeous dishware and décor, ambiance, architecture, and locations of the buildings in which the restaurant is situated....

These Are The Ingredients Chef Pati Jinich Says She Can’t Live Without - Exclusive David Livingston/Getty Images By Steven John/Dec. 7, 2021 10:24 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For Pati Jinich, Mexican food doesn’t mean just tacos and tamales — not primarily, anyway. When this celebrated and award-winning chef thinks about the cuisine of her homeland, she thinks of foods she calls “wholesome,” “nurturing,” and, of course, delicious....

This Is What Edible Glitter Is Really Made Of Patricia Lenane/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Nov. 3, 2021 3:30 pm EST Have you ever been in the mood to indulge in bedazzled baked goods? (Sure you have, because we all deserve to eat like princes and princesses.) Well, thanks to edible glitter, cookies, brownies, doughnuts, cakes, bagels, and breads can shimmer and shine. Of course, sweets are not the only food on which edible glitter can be sprinkled....

This New Children’s Book Was Inspired By Waffle House Employees Eric Glenn/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Updated: Nov. 23, 2021 4:30 pm EST Waffle House has long been known for its menu items like golden-brown waffles, crispy hash browns, and the occasional patty melt. Now, thanks to a new children’s book, it’s rep also includes a totally different type of side — kindness. The book, titled “A Waffle Can Change the World,” was inspired by 6-year-old Gaines Sturdivant III’s firsthand observations of two employees, named Terrie and Dawn, at his local WaHo....

Throw Away Pasta Immediately If You Notice This nito/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Dec. 27, 2021 5:09 pm EST Of all the pantry staples, pasta just might top the list when it comes to convenience, availability, and price; good-quality pasta can be found a variety of specaility stores and virtually every supermarket, it’s not very expensive compared to some other ingredients. There are also a ton of different pasta recipes: from creamy lemon pasta to spicy ramen to chicken noodle soup to peanutty soba, this endlessly versatile starch shows up in kitchens across the world, being whiped up into meals that are filling and delicious....

Timothée Chalamet Fans Are Freaking Out Over His Willy Wonka Sneak Peek Pic Cubankite/Shutterstock By Owen Duff/Updated: Oct. 12, 2021 3:14 pm EST The Timothée Chalamet fanbase is officially in a frenzy. The actor recently took to Instagram and Twitter to share a picture from “Wonka,” his forthcoming film. The star’s Instagram post currently has almost 5 million likes and over 50 thousand comments. While news of “Wonka” broke earlier in September (via ScreenCrush), Chalamet’s Instagram post provided fans with their first real look at the actor’s take on the character....

Trader Joe’s Fans Are Divided On Its New Sour Jelly Beans QualityHD/Shutterstock By Rachel Pasche/Sept. 2, 2021 10:55 am EST Trader Joe’s is one of those stores that cultivates a die-hard following, there are even entire blogs and Instagram accounts dedicated to items and recipes for shoppers. The hype is entirely accurate, too, with their amazing items that you can only find there (hello, cookie butter and cauliflower gnocchi), great prices, and awesome variety....

Trader Joe’s Shoppers Are Thrilled To Try Its New Buffalo-Style Almonds Instagram By Erich Barganier/Feb. 17, 2022 4:36 pm EST Nothing tastes quite as distinct as Buffalo seasoning. This unique blend of flavors originated when the first Buffalo wings hit menus back in 1964, per The New Yorker. At the time, diners regarded chicken wings as a second-rate cut of poultry. They soon changed their minds thanks to quick thinking by Teressa Bellissimo, who started serving up fried wings coated in hot sauce with blue cheese dressing at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York....

Instagram calls for more impromptu book signings from Bertinelli Instagram In Valerie Bertinelli’s Instagram video, detailing her pop-up book signing at a Barnes & Noble outside of Los Angeles, she pulls her sweater up over her face while telling the story, saying, “It was so embarrassing; I was so embarrassed.” But support from fans rained in the form of comments and likes — as of this writing, the post has been liked more than 41,000 times....

What Chopped Winner Brian Riggenbach Is Up To Now Instagram By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Feb. 11, 2022 5:28 pm EST Chef Brian Riggenbach proved his mettle on Chopped after winning an episode in season 24. As per Pop Sugar, the chef has kept himself rather busy after his participation in the show. Before we delve into that, it’s worth looking at the chef’s background. As per The Mockingbird, Riggenbach has prioritized getting a taste of cuisines across the world in a bid to make himself better....

Why The NRDC Is Calling On McDonald’s To Update Its Beef Info 8th.creator/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: Nov. 24, 2021 9:36 am EST In 2018, McDonald’s looked like it had the power to lead the rest of the fast food world into an era free of antibiotics. According to the Natural Resource Defense Council, the restaurant chain pledged to start pilot projects in 10 locations across the world to bring down the use of antibiotics in its beef supply and release its findings by 2020....

You Have To Try This Tanzanian French Fry Dish Before You Die keeshaskitchen.com/Shutterstock By Nancy Mock/Oct. 5, 2021 2:04 pm EST If one ever needed evidence of how much the world loves french fries, the proof is born out in the sheer number of recipes out there that are built around some form of fried potatoes. Insider compiled a collection of delectable and creative french fries recipes from around the world, like the Canadian gravy and cheese curd-topped fries known as poutine, fries topped with a savory sauce known as curry chips that are a late-night favorite in England, and Belgium’s moules frites, which are fries served with steamed mussels....

6 Popular Takis Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Matt Meltzer/Sept. 29, 2021 3:11 pm EST What is the best flavor of Takis? Or, more accurately, what flavors of Takis are still around? Both are valid questions, as this line of rolled-up corn snacks has boasted a bevvy of flavors over the years. These days, it’s down to six, which makes taste testing them pretty manageable, at least it does in theory....

Baked Brie Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Dec. 21, 2021 3:01 pm EST Cheese connoisseurs gather around. Are you eager to indulge in one of France’s finest cheeses? Foodie, photographer, and recipe developer Susan Olayinka from The Flexible Fridge brings us a savory selection: a baked Brie recipe. This outstanding option makes a succulent appetizer for any holiday meal. About her canapé of choice, Olayinka shares, “It represents flexibility in eating....

Best Mulled Wine Recipe Petar Marshall/Mashed By Petar Marshall AND Mashed Staff/Dec. 10, 2021 4:01 pm EST When the weather is cold, it’s all about hot drinks. Of course, a mug of hot chocolate is entirely comforting. Creamy chai tea or apple cider will certainly fit the bill as well. But if you want something a bit, ahem, stronger, then we have the perfect answer. Enter: mulled wine. Mulled wine is a festive drink with the most incredible ruby red hue....

Best Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/Sept. 24, 2021 10:48 am EST When August comes to an end and September is in full swing, it’s officially time to turn to fall flavors. Starbucks starts early with pumpkin spice lattes before the end of August, but September, October, and November are definitely the best months for embracing all things pumpkin with plenty of streusel. And we have the perfect recipe for you to bake on repeat all fall long....

Chocolate Covered Popcorn Recipe Kit Hondrum/Mashed By Kit Hondrum AND Mashed Staff/Nov. 8, 2021 11:31 am EST If you are looking for a great recipe that combines the salty and the sweet, then we have the perfect popcorn concoction that should be right up your alley. Recipe developer Kit Hondrum of Kit’s Kitchen came up with this chocolate covered popcorn recipe that tastes just as amazing as it looks. “I got my inspiration for this recipe from the amazing chocolate covered popcorn sold at Peterbrooke Chocolatier (founded in Jacksonville, FL),” Hondrum explains....

David Chang’s Breakfast Suggestion Has Instagram Talking John Sciulli/Getty Images By Khyati Dand/Jan. 10, 2022 6:44 am EST Everyone has a go-to breakfast item that they enjoy. For some, it could be pancakes, waffles, or perhaps a green smoothie bowl. Cold pizza, too, if you’re really pushing the boundaries of what breakfast can be. Statistics suggest that the top breakfast food for 65% of Americans is eggs (via SWNS Digital). Meanwhile, for 58%, a simple cup of coffee is already a breakfast well done....

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 8:12 am EST Delicious tacos are within your grasp, and you can whip them up with very, very little work on your end when you try this slow cooker chicken tacos recipe. This slow cooker staple was created by recipe developer and registered dietician Kristen Carli of Camelback Nutrition & Wellness. “This is a very simple recipe that is great for those [who] are struggling to find time to cook home-cooked meals,” she says....