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The Fruit Ina Garten Suggests Gifting For Christmas Taylor Hill/Getty Images By Karen Hart/Dec. 16, 2021 9:08 am EST Still need ideas for a Christmas or holiday present? Well, Ina Garten has the perfect gift for you to send to those in your life who want something sweet but tangy. The Barefoot Contessa took to Instagram to share the fruit that she likes to gift — and surprisingly, it is one that we often get on Christmas morning in our stockings....

The Real Reason 2 New Zealand Men Were Arrested For Smuggling KFC Pavlovska Yevheniia/Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/Sept. 21, 2021 11:19 am EST Cities worldwide have had their fair share of wild lockdown stories since the pandemic began. But the latest one from Auckland, New Zealand is certainly one of the most surprising. While restrictions in most North American cities loosened over the summer, many places in the southern hemisphere were still on high alert....

The Truth About Anirudh Mamtora From Halloween Baking Championship Season 7 Instagram By Boshika Gupta/Sept. 13, 2021 1:25 pm EST The popular TV show, “Halloween Baking Championship” has returned with a brand new season. Per the Food Network, the new edition is going to be super exciting and will feature host John Henson and Carla Hall, Stephanie Boswell, and Zac Young as its judges. And yes, the contestants will be furiously preparing desserts in tribute to this edition’s scary theme: slasher films from the 1980s....

The Underrated Spice Padma Lakshmi Uses All The Time lev radin/Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 4:21 pm EST Padma Lakshmi is an expert on the wide world of spices. Not only is she a longtime host and judge on “Top Chef,” but Lakshmi also wrote the book on spices … literally. You’ll find the A-to-Z’s of spices in her reference book “Spices & Herbs: An Essential Guide to the Flavors of the World” (via HarperCollins)....

The Unexpected Ingredient You Should Be Adding To Your Pie Dough fizkes/Shutterstock By Kalea Martin/Oct. 21, 2021 5:01 pm EST Any time you decide to make pie dough from scratch, chances are you probably double-check to see if you have butter, flour, and sugar in your kitchen. Pie dough is as basic as recipes get, and it’s pretty hard to mess up. But if you’ve been using the same recipe for as long as you can remember and want to take it to the next level, there’s one ingredient you should definitely add....

The Untold Truth Of Antonia Lofaso’s Black Market Liquor Bar Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images By Lauren Cahn/Sept. 13, 2021 3:13 pm EST Located in Studio City, California, Antonia Lofaso’s Black Market Liquor Bar has been serving American eclectic food and craft cocktails since 2011, per the bar’s website. Opening the eatery wasn’t Antonia Lofaso’s first foray into running a kitchen. She had done just that at the erstwhile West Hollywood supper club, Foxtail, until it shuttered permanently, according to Harry and David....

The Untold Truth Of Gold Medal Flour Sheila Fitzgerald/Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Dec. 13, 2021 12:30 pm EST You might not think much of where your flour comes from. Maybe you check to make sure a particular flour is the best fit for your baking project or that it’s the right choice for your dietary needs, but you might not otherwise look that closely at a particular flour brand’s origins or history....

The Untold Truth Of Skittles Yuriko Nakao/Getty Images By Brian Boone/Updated: Oct. 18, 2021 3:44 pm EST For three decades or so, a memorable TV commercial catchphrase has implored candy lovers to “Taste the Rainbow” — to pick up a bag of Skittles, in other words. While available in a variety of styles over the years, from regular to tropical to sour to odder options, Skittles always come about five flavors to a bag, each a different flavor with a corresponding bright and enticing color....

The Worst Dessert At Applebee’s, According To 38% Of People OldskoolDesign/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Sept. 24, 2021 2:31 pm EST When it comes to chain restaurants, Applebee’s has its fair share of fans. Why? For one, it has affordable drinks and late-night food options. Secondly, its meals are pretty accessible and ideal if you’re eating out on a budget. And well, it’s a trustworthy brand that has been making waves in the industry since 1980....

These Aldi November 2021 Finds Make The Perfect Holiday Hostess Gifts ChameleonsEye/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Nov. 1, 2021 3:22 pm EST The holiday season is approaching, and for many people, that means an abundance of different parties and gatherings to be had with family, friends, colleagues, and everyone in between. Even if you’re simply attending a casual get-together, it’s always a nice gesture to bring a little something for the hostess — however, it can be tough to figure out exactly what you should bring....

These Are The Foods You Need To Try In Each State George Rose/Getty Images By Steven John/Updated: Feb. 22, 2022 9:19 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. “Oh, you’re going to where? Well, you just have to try the…” American cuisine is a rich, varied affair boasting delectable dishes inspired by our nation’s cultural diversity, indulgent desserts crafted in time-honored tradition, unique meals making use of local flora and faunae, and a good share of deep fried stuff, of course....

This Is The Busiest Trader Joe’s In The World Bloomberg/Getty Images By Molly Clark/Jan. 1, 2022 10:34 am EST With its curated selection of affordably-priced products, a bright atmosphere, and friendly employees ready to help, Trader Joe’s has elevated grocery shopping from a mundane chore to an even possibly enjoyable experience. Every Trader Joe’s is different. Take, for example, a Houston, Texas store set in a former movie theater, or another TJ’s located in Brooklyn, New York stationed in a previous bank building complete with a vault (via Trader Joe’s website)....

Trader Joe’s Adorable Chew-Cuterie Dog Treats Have Shoppers Excited eva_blanco/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Oct. 15, 2021 4:45 pm EST Trader Joe’s is attempting to find a new angle in the popular charcuterie trend: dog treats. @TraderJoesList, the unaffiliated account on Instagram that shares the latest TJ finds, published a post featuring the appropriately named Chew-Cuterie treats, saying, “My puppers Bu and Pot Pie are so excited for this box of treats! Pot Pie is happy as she loves meaty treats while Bu will eat anything!...

Twitter Agrees With Alton Brown’s Latest ‘Culinary Truth’ About Butter Paras Griffin/Getty Images By Lucia Capretti/Sept. 2, 2021 4:52 pm EST When it comes to Alton Brown’s diverse range of interests, activities, and ongoing projects, it’s clear that he doesn’t quite fit into a rigid description of a traditional chef. However, we’re sure that the majority of classically trained chefs and amateurs would agree with the “Good Eats” host’s recent tweet....

Why You Might Not See Rice Krispies On Shelves For A While TonelsonProductions/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Feb. 16, 2022 1:22 pm EST Enjoying your first bowl of Rice Krispies may be a core memory for the majority of people alive today. The cereal has been on the shelves since 1928 and has mesmerized kids and adults alike with the signature “Snap, Crackle, Pop,” you hear when you add milk to the crispy morsels....

Best Peanut Butter Latte Recipe Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert/Mashed By Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 30, 2021 2:38 pm EST Do you want a taste of a hand-crafted coffee, but don’t have the time or the energy to run out and get it? Fear not, because you can enjoy a delicious latte in the comfort of your own home, and it’s surprisingly easy to make. And guess what? You don’t need any fancy equipment to make it!...

Caterpillar Roll: What You Should Know Before Ordering Shutterstock By Erica Gerald Mason/Sept. 1, 2021 3:22 pm EST Quick: Name two sushi rolls. Most people can name favorites like a California roll or unagi, but some order sushi by pointing to a picture and saying “that one.” Novice sushi eaters will be forgiven if they pause at the name “caterpillar roll,” thinking the insect is an ingredient in the dish. Nope....

Guy Fieri Fans Are Loving This Look-A-Like Photo From His Son’s School Celebrity Day Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Updated: Oct. 28, 2021 8:54 am EST When a teacher asks who your hero is, typical responses usually include your parents. Guy Fieri’s son, Hunter, is so inspired by his dad that he’s now following in his footsteps. Hunter not only attended the same university as his father, he also travelled with the food personality after his high school graduation to be featured on “a five-episode special called Guy and Hunter’s European Vacation” (via Cheatsheet)....

Hasselback Zucchini Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Sept. 2, 2021 10:13 am EST Everyone knows about Hasselback potatoes, those distinctive accordion-cut baked tubers whose cracks and crevices hide copious amounts of butter, herbs, and sometimes even cheese and bacon crumbles. In case you were wondering, no, they weren’t named after the former star of Baywatch (his name is Hasselhoff). Instead, they take their name from the Swedish hotel where they were created in the 1950s (via Center of the Plate)....

Hell’s Kitchen Winner Meghan Gill Tells All About The Show - Exclusive Interview Instagram By Erich Barganier/Sept. 1, 2021 9:46 am EST Winning a season of “Hell’s Kitchen” doesn’t come naturally, and anyone who has made an appearance on the show can attest that it takes a ton of hard work to make it into the final round. Meghan Gill had the perfect combination of skill and dedication that helped her win Season 14 of Gordon Ramsay’s iconic cooking competition....