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This Trader Joe’s Christmas Charcuterie Board Is All The Rage On Reddit Milleflore Images/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Dec. 28, 2021 2:43 pm EST Few grocery stores — or perhaps stores in general — seem to generate as much customer loyalty and excitement as Trader Joe’s. The Pasadena, California-founded chain that’s now more than 500 stores strong (via Reader’s Digest) is one of the nation’s top-selling grocery stores (via Supermarket News) and has spawned the extensive recipe and review site Trader Joe’s Fan....

This Unusual M&M’s Flavor Is Andrew Zimmern’s Favorite Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/Oct. 29, 2021 5:02 pm EST For over 100 years, M&M’s have been delighting chocolate fans. In fact, the little chocolates were so popular they gained the infamous “M” stamped on every candy to distinguish the real deal from imitators (per M&M’s). There is no denying that those colorful chocolates hold many accolades; they were the first candy in space, according to Smithsonian Magazine, and dubbed the “Official Snack Foods of the 1984 Olympic Games....

Trader Joe’s Shoppers ‘Can’t Eat Just One’ Of These Raspberry Heart Cookies Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Feb. 8, 2022 11:57 am EST Valentine’s Day is almost upon us, and while that can mean making dinner reservations and getting all dressed up for a big night out, it can also be the perfect time to enjoy a cozy night at home. There’s something about cuddling up with your loved one and enjoying your favorite sweet Valentine’s snacks that just sounds appealing....

Why You’ll Probably See NFL Players Eating Orange Slices During The Super Bowl Nitr/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 10, 2022 12:11 pm EST For years, oranges have been a popular snack at football matches. They have been spotted during halftime, when players recharge and brace themselves for the rest of the game. As pointed out by SF Gate, oranges are convenient to eat, and the fact that they’re full of carbs can help athletes feel a lot more energetic....

Why You Might Want To Think Twice About The Langostino Lobster Dip At Red Lobster Red Lobster By Molly Clark/Oct. 8, 2021 1:08 pm EST Red Lobster describes its Langostino Lobster-Artichoke-and-Seafood Dip appetizer as “langostino and Norway lobster, seafood, artichokes, and spinach in a three-cheese blend. Served with tortilla chips and house-made pico de gallo.” The dish is served in a small almost casserole-style dish, drenched in melted cheese, and surrounded by tortilla chips with a small ramekin of the pico de gallo, the latter of which, as The Travel points out, is “probably the healthiest part....

18 Popular Hydration Drinks Ranked Worst To Best The Toidi/Shutterstock By Courtney Hamilton/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:56 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Growing up, you may recall chugging candy hued bottles of sports drinks whenever you needed to rehydrate. Maybe you’d been playing hard on the field, ran the mile really fast in P.E., or perhaps you were sick and needed to replenish some fluids....

21% Agree This Is The Worst Holiday Drink At Starbucks Leena Robinson/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/Dec. 20, 2021 11:37 am EST Christmas morning may be the most anticipated event of the holiday season, but we’ll argue that the day Starbucks brings back their seasonal drinks is a close second. For 35 years, the Seattle-based coffee giant has been serving up cheer in the form of “handcrafted holiday beverages,” starting with the Eggnog Latte that debuted in 1986 (via Starbucks Stories & News)....

30-Minute Red Beans And Rice Recipe Courtney Moeslein/Mashed By Courtney and Stacey Moeslein AND Mashed Staff/Nov. 15, 2021 2:17 pm EST If you page through a few cookbooks and look for recipes for red beans and rice, you’re going to notice that most of the recipes have more similarities than they do differences. All of the recipes use red or kidney beans, all will feature andouille sausage, all have onions and spices and such, and of course they all call for serving with rice....

8 Canned Food Myths You Probably Fell For Mikhailov Studio/Shutterstock By Emily Monaco/Updated: Feb. 21, 2022 11:30 am EST Canned foods are nothing if not convenient, but they’re also rife with misconceptions. Who hasn’t leaned into the idea that canned foods are less healthy than fresh or bad for the environment or even toxic? It’s time to demolish these myths once and for all! But first, a bit of history. Canning has been around since the early 19th century and was conceived as a way to help soldiers more easily keep and transport their rations....

A Group Of Anti-Vaxxers Just Took Over A New York Cheesecake Factory chettarin/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Dec. 15, 2021 3:22 pm EST Yesterday, a number of anti-vaxxers stormed into The Cheesecake Factory outlet in New York City and created a ruckus, according to Twitter account @PatriotTakes. The group included over 30 individuals who, according to the post, “refused to check in at the host stand, skipped waiting customers, and sat themselves across multiple tables in a Cheesecake Factory [outlet]....

Aldi Fans Have A Favorite When It Comes To These Holiday Yogurt Flavors aldifavoritefinds/Instagram By Lucy Maddox/Nov. 17, 2021 12:02 pm EST With Thanksgiving only a week away, it’s officially feeling like the most wonderful time of the year. Families across the country are planning out their Turkey Day menus, sweater weather is in full swing, and the gorgeous fall foliage is hanging on a little bit longer. With Christmas not too far away, people are getting a head start on their holiday shopping and beginning to hear Christmas music in grocery stores....

Blaze Pizza Is Testing Out A New Ranch Drizzle. Here’s Where To Try It Danyel Morace/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Dec. 18, 2021 5:46 am EST The popular California-based chain Blaze Pizza has exciting news for its fans in 2022. Few things go together better than pizza and ranch dressing, and Blaze Pizza has announced it will be partnering with the natural condiment brand Primal Kitchen to release a new ranch finishing drizzle....

Bud Light Seltzer’s 2021 ‘Ugly Sweater Pack’ Comes In These Holiday Flavors Anheuser-Busch By Erich Barganier/Oct. 22, 2021 12:59 pm EST You might not associate the winter holidays with spiked seltzer, but that hasn’t stopped Bud Light from breaking out new products that combine the flavors of the season with hard seltzer. Delish reported that the adult beverage company rolled out some seriously festive flavors last year that you might not expect....

Burger King Has More International Locations Than You Might Think antoniohugo/Shutterstock By James Lewis/Sept. 1, 2021 2:57 pm EST Flipping burgers may seem like a perfectly opportune way to make a fortune, but a lot of effort has to be poured into creating a business masterpiece — even if you happen to be a hyperactive dolphin with a penchant for beef. After gathering up bags stuffed with ingredients, you then have to master the art of making the perfect hamburger, including its patty, sauces, and salad seasoning — with no burning or undercooking allowed....

Chick-Fil-A Employees Can’t Stand These Redundant Orders James Andrews1/Shutterstock By Kathryn Shelton/Updated: Dec. 16, 2021 1:06 pm EST Fast-food drive-thru etiquette — it’s a thing. And there are do’s and don’ts to drive-thru ordering. Among the things that make the people who work the drive-thru at your favorite eateries unhappy are ordering items from other restaurants, blaming the window worker for a wrong order, changing your order at the window, not having payment ready, and, of course — the granddaddy of all service workers’ pet peeves — talking on your cell phone and giving the “just a minute” gesture....

Costco Shoppers Are Psyched For Its Returning Pumpkin Cheesecake Nataliya Arzamasova/Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/Nov. 8, 2021 11:27 am EST Get the holiday stretchy pants ready because a Costco shopper on Instagram recently posted that they spotted the return of the infamous pumpkin cheesecake. While many people rejoiced when pumpkin flavors, and more specifically the gigantic pumpkin pie, returned to store shelves, some people longed for a more decadent dessert option. Although Reader’s Digest reports that pumpkin pie is the most popular Thanksgiving dessert, not everyone prefers a slice of pie....

Easy Greek Moussaka Recipe Ting Dalton/Mashed By Ting Dalton AND Mashed Staff/Oct. 1, 2021 10:49 am EST Are you ready to make a Greek dish that will knock your socks off? Moussaka is a staple in Greek cuisine, and it tastes absolutely amazing. It’s filled with layers of cheese, potatoes, and lamb… and really, what’s not to love? Recipe developer Ting Dalton of Cook Simply is the brains behind this classic Greek dish, and luckily, she’s made an easy version for us to follow....

Everything You Need To Know About Mezcal Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: Feb. 22, 2022 9:06 pm EST While it may be less well known than its cousin tequila, mezcal has been steadily making its way into bars and liquor cabinets over the years. It’s a distilled alcoholic beverage made from agave, but unlike the smoother taste of tequila, mezcal has a smoky finish. If it seems like you’re coming across more mezcal than ever, it’s not just your imagination....

Homemade Sweet And Sour Chicken Recipe Ksenia Prints/Mashed By Ksenia Prints/Updated: Sept. 14, 2021 10:13 am EST Sweet and sour chicken with pineapple, peppers, and onions is the perfect combination of flavors, textures, and ingredients that represent Chinese-American cuisine. Make it for dinner and discover how much better homemade Chinese can be than take-out! Though an undisputed classic of the Chinese-American culinary repertoire, the origins of sweet and sour chicken are actually rather murky....

How Cornflakes Were Accidentally Invented GSDesign/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Dec. 15, 2021 1:14 pm EST Cereal has come a long way since the invention of cornflakes back in 1894 (via Kellogg’s official website). Though there are still some healthy options today, the current landscape of colorful cereals packed with sugar would be Dr. John Harvey Kellogg’s waking nightmare. Believe it or not, he and his brother didn’t get into the cereal game in the 19th century for the money, he wanted to create a health movement....