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The Untold Truth Of Vienna Beef Hot Dogs Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Crawford Smith/Updated: Jan. 4, 2022 1:58 pm EST Hot dogs. Frankfurters. Tube steaks. Weenies. Whatever you call them, there’s no denying that these versatile sausages are an American standby. From backyard grills to fast-food joints to pots of baked beans, we find a way to sneak weenies into just about any setting here in the good old U.S.A. This country is also a tapestry of different regional hot dog styles, with iterations as diverse as the bacon-wrapped Sonoran dog and the cream cheese-slathered Seattle dog....

The Wine Rule Martha Stewart Says You Can Break Ga Fullner/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Jan. 25, 2022 12:27 pm EST Nothing says “besties” like collaborating with the same wine brand, and Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg are living proof of this assertion. Per the Wine Industry Advisor, the domestic diva joined the 19 Crimes Wine family, an Australian brand owned by Treasury Estates. It was announced earlier this month that Stewart was launching her own personal bottle of Chardonnay with the winemaker....

This Might Be The Exact Date Starbucks’ Eggnog Latte Returns In 2021 Starbucks By Khyati Dand/Oct. 17, 2021 1:13 pm EST As most of the world takes advantage of Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Apple Crisp Macchiatos, and Pumpkin Scones at Starbucks, let’s not forget that the coffee chain’s fall menu is going to run its course in only a couple more weeks. But, it’s not all bad news! The end of the PSL season usually means the onset of Starbucks’ signature red cups flooding Instagram and, with that, the return of its classic holiday beverages....

This Plant-Based Egg Product Has Vegans Excited JUST Egg By Pauli Poisuo/Updated: Dec. 13, 2021 8:21 am EST The world of meatless meat has gotten exciting in recent years, as Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat have taken plant-based proteins to the next level, and fast food chains like Burger King have explored new, meatless alternatives to their classic menu items. We already have convincing plant-based fried chicken, and Forbes reports that experts are working on plant-based seafood....

This Ridiculously Caffeinated Sunkist Sent Someone To The Hospital Bloomberg/Getty Images By Julia Mullaney/Dec. 2, 2021 11:43 am EST When most people think of soda, they immediately think of options such as Coke, Sprite, or Pepsi. But one of the country’s most popular soda choices, according to The Daily Meal, is actually Sunkist. The brand offers 10 flavors, though you are probably most familiar with its orange soda. Sunkist is one of the few sodas on the market not owned by the Coca-Cola Company or PepsiCo....

Trader Joe’s Fans Can’t Wait To Try Its New Spicy Truffle Pasta Sauce Instagram By Lucy Maddox/Nov. 24, 2021 1:09 pm EST Farfalle, fettuccine, fusili, oh my! No one can deny that pasta is one of the best foods to grace the planet. Easy-to-make, affordable, and downright delicious, this tasty carbohydrate is an approachable culinary challenge that almost everyone can take on. A box of pasta will usually only set you back a dollar or so, and even amateur home chefs can boil a pot of water and chuck some noodles into the mix....

Trader Joe’s Fans Recommend Adding This Frozen Food To Your Chili Foodio/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Nov. 17, 2021 10:30 am EST It can be really comforting to dig into a bowl of homemade chili on a cold winter day. According to the Food Republic, chili first started making its way into the hearts and minds of the public as a “no-nonsense dish” that has now achieved cult status among those who have grown to love the stew....

Truly Is Opening A Hard Seltzer Taproom In This City Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Oct. 1, 2021 4:30 pm EST Truly has great news for hard seltzer fans who have been feeling cooped up over the past year. The popular hard seltzer brand has just announced it will be opening its very first brick-and-mortar location. With many people eager to connect once more, Truly has launched just the thing to fulfill that need with Truly LA, its very first hard seltzer taproom and creativity hub....

Wendy’s Roasted Jack In The Box And McDonald’s In One Tweet Deutschlandreform/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Jan. 14, 2022 10:52 am EST Major fast food brands such as McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Jack in the Box are required to thrive in a highly competitive industry that is filled with a plethora of options for customers looking for a quick fix. Case in point, as reported by Forbes, several companies started experimenting with their breakfast offerings during the pandemic in a bid to outdo their competitors: For example, Wendy’s introduced more breakfast options in March 2020, forcing other brands such as McDonald’s, Burger King, and Taco Bell to step up their game....

What Are Shiitake Mushrooms And What Do They Taste Like? nikkimeel/Shutterstock By Angela Gervasi/Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 3:27 pm EST Within the past few years, the mushroom has undergone a bit of a revival — particularly as plant-based recipes become more prevalent and as dishes from different countries gain long-deserved recognition in mainstream American cooking. The once-trendy Portobello burger is still out there (particularly if you head to Shake Shack), and yes, you can still snag a can of cream of mushroom soup for whatever gloopy casserole you’re craving, but the mushroom holds a greater potential and history than that....

What Padma Lakshmi Typically Eats In A Day Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Rhea Dhanbhoora/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 4:58 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi may have started as a model, but is now a full-fledged culinary celebrity. She’s written cookbooks, a memoir, and even has her own show, Taste the Nation. Throughout her life, food has been a constant passion that stemmed from her childhood in India, up through her career of professionally judging it....

Why More Restaurants Have Rats During The Pandemic Elena M. Tarasova/Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/Dec. 16, 2021 4:04 pm EST While Remy and his Parisian rat family from “Ratatouille” certainly seem friendly, the reality is that few diners enjoy seeing rats in restaurant settings. In recent months, there has been a surge in sightings of scurrying rodents — and they’re unfortunately not as adorable as the infamous Pizza Rat was. Amid reports of rat “conga lines” and crossing signs by The New York Times, people have also noticed a significant increase in the number of rats hanging around restaurants’ pandemic-era outdoor dining setups....

Why Your Next British Airways Flight May Be Powered By Cooking Oil Vytautas Kielaitis/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Dec. 25, 2021 9:45 am EST British Airways made a goal of having net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, and according to The Hill, the airline may be on its way to success. This is all part of the greater commercial aviation industry’s plan to help combat climate change, and per a press release from the Federal Aviation Administration, using sustainable fuels derived from “renewable and waste feedstocks” is a key strategy to achieving sustainable fuel....

You Won’t Guess What Condiment Eggo Made Before Waffles Bloomberg/Getty Images By Ceara Milligan/Dec. 7, 2021 4:04 pm EST Waffles for breakfast are a delicacy like no other. Make a big ol’ plate of waffles with a dab of butter and a drizzle of some maple syrup first thing in the morning, and your day is already off to a great start. There are a couple key methods of traditional waffle making, including mixing up your own fresh batter and baking it in an iron — or simply popping a few frozen cakes in the toaster....

20% Think This Is The Worst Item On Costco’s Food Court Menu Helen89/Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/Feb. 6, 2022 11:21 am EST Costco is always overflowing with great deals, limited-time offers, and copious amounts of food — if not even just in the many samples that tempt shoppers at the end of nearly every aisle. But even with carts and bellies full, some people still make it part of their ritual to visit the food court every time they make a trip....

Alex Guarnaschelli Has Twitter Fired Up Over Her Bond Hot Take lev radin/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Jan. 10, 2022 1:33 pm EST Alex Guarnaschelli’s new show, “Alex vs America” involves good-natured culinary battles, so to speak. But the celebrity chef seems intent on using her Twitter account to incite conflict, at least where the “Bond” franchise is concerned. Recently, Guarnaschelli took to Twitter to opine about her favorite 007 actor. “Daniel Craig is the best....

Amazing Ways To Use Cranberries (That Your Guests Will Actually Love) Shutterstock By DB Kelly/Updated: Oct. 20, 2021 7:20 pm EST It doesn’t matter what the occasion, a dish of cranberry sauce — or that weird stuff that’s still in the shape of a can — shows up on every autumn dinner table. It’s tradition, right? But do you ever notice there’s always a lot leftover? That’s because you’re not alone, and no one actually likes it....

Guests will be able to book a Maisel-themed hotel suite In addition to the limited-time tea menu, The Plaza has also created a one-of-a-kind Maisel-inspired hotel suite that promises to instantly transport guests into the world of the popular streaming show. “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” suite, which is available to book now through April 10, was designed to be a replica of the title character’s Upper West Side apartment, complete with ’50s- and ’60s-era furniture, antiques, and art to complete the vintage effect....

Cereal Prices May Be On The Rise In 2022. Here’s Why bigacis/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Nov. 29, 2021 2:20 pm EST As 2021 slowly moves into 2022, experts predict global food prices to continue to rise. According to Modern Farmer, rising gas prices, bad weather, the ongoing global pandemic, and several other factors have caused global food prices to increase, while the availability of easily-purchased food has also fallen according to UN records....

Coffee Mate Was Banned In Some Countries For Having This Ingredient Andrew Burton/Getty Images By Holly Riddle/Oct. 18, 2021 1:59 pm EST Coffee Mate is a staple item in America. Walk into just about any office and you’ll find this flavored coffee creamer stocked in the break room. Go into grocery stores around the holidays and you’ll see rows of festively-flavored Coffee Mate available for purchase. Ask for creamer at a restaurant and you’re more than likely to be handed a tiny plastic cup of the famous brand....