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Here’s How Valerie Bertinelli Keeps Her Chicken Wings From Burning DFree/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Dec. 26, 2021 9:32 am EST Roast chicken is one of those staple meals you need to learn to make, unless you follow a plant based diet. But if you count yourselves among the carnivores, you are in good company. Even Prince Harry and Megan Markle know the ins and outs of making this dish, with Harry popping the question while they prepared their favorite fowl....

Here’s What Makes Latkes Different From Hashbrowns Ermak Oksana/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Nov. 23, 2021 4:34 pm EST With Hanukkah coming right up — this year, the Jewish holiday runs from Sunday, November 28 through December 6 (via My Jewish Learning) — it’s time to start thinking about latkes. According to The Kitchn, these iconic Hanukkah fritters are made from shredded potatoes fried in hot oil or schmaltz until golden brown and crispy....

How Aaron Sanchez Landed His First Food Network Job Paul Archuleta/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Sept. 24, 2021 5:42 pm EST Celebrity chef Aarón Sánchez has definitely made a name for himself as a culinary superstar. Turns out, he’s always had the urge to cook. He told Diced in an interview that he was inspired by his mom, who was in the restaurant business. She had a simple rule: Her kids would have to help out with the family business to earn their pocket money....

How Champagne Was Accidentally Invented New Africa/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Dec. 13, 2021 12:12 pm EST We’d like to propose a toast to an indulgent drink on which we love to imbibe. We’re talking about Champagne, people. Over the years, Champagne has become the quintessential drink for celebratory occasions and holidays. The popping of a cork can be heard from miles away as a sign of accomplishments, milestones, and merriment. Champagne is also one of the main ingredients in popular cocktails such as the mimosa, the French 75, the black velvet, and Ernest Hemingway’s favorite, Death in the Afternoon (per Esquire)....

Instagram Is Freaking Out About This Throwback Photo Of Valerie Bertinelli Joe Seer/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/Sept. 6, 2021 12:16 am EST Valerie Bertinelli has been an influencer since before influencers were cool. Since her 1970s series “One Day At A Time,” she’s been a known television personality, and her marriage to the late Eddie Van Halen only intensified the limelight (via Groovy History). Add to that her time on Food Network influencing the food decisions of culinary hopefuls and fans with her show, “Valerie’s Home Cooking,” where Bertinelli makes stellar meals for friends and family and hosts them at her table (via the Food Network website)....

Is Golden Corral Open On Christmas Day? Golden Corral/Facebook By Kathryn Shelton/Dec. 14, 2021 11:02 pm EST Picture this: The marathon of merriment that is the modern Christmas season is winding down. You’ve sung, sparkled, baked, bought, wrapped, and unwrapped, and everyone is hugging and expressing gratitude and joy, basking in the warm glow of this cherished holiday. You and your awesome family are savoring every minute of this festive experience....

Jeni’s Has Good News For Fans Of Its Seasonal Pumpkin Cake Roll Flavor Jeni’s Ice Cream By Joe Nasta/Sept. 17, 2021 12:37 pm EST We don’t know about you, but here at Mashed we’re just about ready to shift our gears into full fall mode. Bring on the crisp air that adds just the right amount of chill to a sunny afternoon, the autumn festivities like pumpkin carving, and all the scents and flavors that come along with it....

Krispy Kreme’s Valentine Day Donuts Are Here And Heart-Shaped Krispy Kreme By Alia Hoyt/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:27 pm EST The box at Krispy Kreme might not be heart-shaped, but the donuts are about to be. The pastry giant’s early offering in the huge market of Valentine’s Day food deals starts January 31, with its holiday-themed donut collection, says Business Wire. The menu addition is certainly a festive one. Each box is filled with heart-shaped donuts decorated for the occasion....

McDonald’s Lovers Need To Know About This Behind-The-Scenes TikTok Account Ratana21/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 8, 2022 12:59 pm EST McDonald’s has an undeniable presence on social media that is hard to miss. Here’s an example to illustrate this point: Many teenagers who were employed by McDonald’s decided to rant about their jobs on an unexpected platform, TikTok, in 2019. Per BuzzFeed, one of the employees, a 16-year-old Australian teen named Hannah, uploaded a video clip to demonstrate to her friends what her job was really like....

Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Ranked Worst To Best Shutterstock By Kori Ellis/Updated: Jan. 10, 2022 11:27 am EST Sour cream and onion may sound like an odd pairing to be such a powerhouse in the world of chips. However, this flavor combination has a history that dates back decades. In fact, barbecue chips and sour cream and onion chips were the first two flavored chips to hit the market in the United States....

Starbucks Vs. McDonald’s: Which Has The Better Pumpkin Spice Latte? Facebook By Maria Scinto/Updated: Feb. 7, 2022 10:28 am EST Have you hit your PSL quota yet for Fall 2020? If not, what’s stopping you? Pumpkin spice lattes have been out for nearly two months now and are pretty much everywhere. If it’s a fear of being called basic, get over it already. Business of Fashion says that this particular pejorative is pretty last-decade (the term peaked in 2014), and in the 2020s it’s time to reclaim the right to like whatever we like....

Subway’s New Sandwich Is Perfect For Rotisserie Chicken Fans siamionau pavel/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/Jan. 27, 2022 2:16 pm EST When lunchtime rolls around, more often than not, a good ol’ sandwich is many people’s meal of choice. If you don’t have time to prepare your meal, you can rest assured that a sandwich is never too far away — thanks to Subway, of course. What started out as the brain child of college freshman Fred DeLuca, who was only 17 years old at the time, is now the largest fast-food chain in the world based on footprint (via The Daily Meal)....

The Ridiculous Number Of Biscuits Cracker Barrel Serves Every Year Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Sept. 17, 2021 3:01 pm EST If you’ve ever driven on a major highway, you’ve likely seen a sign for Cracker Barrel somewhere along the way. The chain restaurant has more than 650 locations across the country, with many conveniently located near interstates and hotels for travelers. Regardless of whether you’re looking for a quick meal on a long road trip or getting the family together for a celebratory dinner, you’re bound to find your table filled with delicious food....

This Subway ‘Karen’ TikTok Complaint Totally Backfired Subway/Facebook By Mirtle Pena-Calderon/Jan. 15, 2022 8:45 pm EST Not getting what you want can be a bit frustrating and annoying, especially when you’re at a restaurant ordering food. Because of the ease that social media has provided people, many of them have begun filming or taking pictures of moments where they feel they are being disrespected by employees in an effort to share it with other folks....

TikTok Feta Pasta Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 8:35 am EST By now, you have probably heard about the TikTok feta pasta dish that went so viral it cause feta cheese shortages in some communities, according to Eat This, Not That. The dish was first created by a Finnish food blogger back in 2019 and was a Scandinavian sensation before it went global. But is this darling of the web worthy of your dining room table?...

TikTok Is Disturbed By This Dunkin’ Secret Busara/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Jan. 21, 2022 11:47 am EST Everyone knows that few things go together as well as donuts and coffee. While you can pick up the breakfast pairing at any number of fast food joints and convenience stores, a popular spot to get your fix is Dunkin’. The international chain, which first started in 1950 in Massachusetts, has grown to 11,300 locations around the world....

Trader Joe’s Fans Are So Excited For Its Returning Winter Wassail Punch Rodion Kutsaev/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: Nov. 2, 2021 2:19 pm EST Anyone who loves trying Trader Joe’s signature products has most likely sampled Winter Wassail Punch in the past. According to Become Betty, this drink doesn’t taste great on its own, but shines as a cocktail mixer thanks to its punch of spice. Others state that the beverage tastes delicious on its own, and liken the flavor to that of a holiday scented candle, per What’s Good at Trader Joe’s....

Wendy’s Apple Pecan Salad: What To Know Before Ordering Twitter By Chase Shustack/Dec. 30, 2021 2:25 pm EST You don’t have to be a gourmand to know that fast food isn’t known for being at the forefront of health. One can say that burgers and fries are a lucrative market, and there’s no sense in trying to branch out into healthy food when you already have a pretty good model. That may be true, but following the rise of more health-conscious consumers and documentaries such as “Super Size Me” exposing the effects of fast food (via Refinery29), those burger giants decided to revamp their menus with salads and grilled chicken sandwiches instead of bottomless sodas and overloaded cheeseburgers....

Wendy’s Frosty Key Tags Are Officially Back For 2022 John Shearer/Getty Images By Lucy Maddox/Nov. 3, 2021 2:52 pm EST Now that Halloween is behind us, the “Season of Giving” has officially begun. It feels like Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and people are already rushing to get a jump start on their holiday shopping. Another reason to celebrate the beginning of November? It’s officially National Adoption Month! Although many of us celebrate adoption each and every day, November gives the whole world a reason to focus on the importance of adoption, and appreciate the many individuals who make the whole process possible, from foster parents to adoption counselors, and more....

What Is Halva And What Does It Taste Like? miss.lemon/Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Updated: Dec. 6, 2021 4:55 pm EST Those who have lived in or traveled to the Middle East have probably seen halva at the region’s markets. Wheels of the fudgy treat are often displayed for sale there, according to New York Times Cooking. Though halva (also spelled halvah) is an ancient sweet that originated in the Middle East, it is quite popular and common throughout the Balkan Peninsula, North Africa, and India, as well, per Halvamania....