The Italian Travel Destination For Focaccia Lovers
Focaccia can be found all over the boot-shaped country, but for a truly extraordinary experience, head north to a town on the Mediterranean coast.
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Stories By Erica Martinez
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Freddie Mercury's Favorite Curry Was An Indian Classic
Freddie Mercury, the late frontman of rock band Queen, requested this particular curry whenever he craved a taste of home-style comfort food.
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It's Time To Store Leftover Pate The Prue Leith Way
Storing your homemade pâté doesn't have to be complicated. In her new cookbook, Prue Leith explains how to keep your pâté fresh - it's super simple.
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The Rich Fish Crucial To Indigenous Culture In The Pacific Northwest
Salmon has not only nourished the Pacific Northwest's Native Nations and their lands for thousands of years, it also has great spiritual significance.
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Does Mongolian Beef Actually Come From Mongolia?
It appears to be anyone's guess where the uncomplicated fan favorite dish from Chinese restaurant menus got its name, but one thing about it is for sure.
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When Pie Is Too Much Work, Make A Galette Instead
Baking a pie from scratch is no simple task. Making a rustic galette from homemade pie crust and your choice of filling can be easier and more satisfying.
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How To Prepare Your Pantry And Fridge For The Port Strike
The port strike that began on October 1 involves tens of thousands of dockworkers on the East Coast and will lead to shortages of certain foodstuffs.
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The Flavors That Make Up The Iconic Taste Of Candy Corn
Whereas the candy has been described as tasting like everything from honey to frosting to wax, it actually has a very specific flavor profile.
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Apples And Honey: What The Sweet Duo Means For Rosh Hashanah
One of the food traditions connected to Rosh Hashanah is eating apples dipped in honey. Why is this snack significant on this autumn holiday?
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Hoda Kotb's Favorite Snack Is Totally Relatable
It's easy to imagine a celebrity snacking on gold flake-covered caviar. However, Hoda Kotb of "Today" fame prefers something more relatable.
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This Colorado Sandwich Combines PB&J With A Very Unlikely Ingredient
If you want to see an extremely wild take on the peanut butter and jelly sandwich, then you simply only need to take a look at this Colorado delight.
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Give Your Halloween Party Guests A Scare With Spidery Deviled Eggs
Hosting a Halloween party this year? It's time to make all of your usual appetizers a bit spookier. Kick things off by making spider web deviled eggs.
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Is NYC's Trailer Park Lounge Actually In A Trailer?
New York City's Trailer Parke Lounge is one of Manhattan's trendiest restaurants. However, some may wonder: is it actually located inside a trailer?
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The Discontinued Hershey's Kisses We Want Back This Halloween
Of course, it's inevitable that some fun and tasty candies will get discontinued at some point ... but we can still pine for their return.
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The Site Of Bonnie And Clyde's Last Meal Is Worth A Road Trip
Just before being gunned down by law enforcement after the biggest manhunt of its time, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow stopped at a café in Louisiana for lunch.
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AMF Vs Long Island: What Is The Difference Between The Drinks?
These popular cocktails both contain a lot of alcohol and share similar ingredients, but there are a few ways they differ, especially in color.
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Before Ice Cream Came In Cones, The Treat Was Served In An Unsanitary Way
Before edible cones, ice cream was served another way. But sweet treats long preceded germ theory, so no one blushed at this, frankly, gross serving method.
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How To Thicken Chili Without Throwing Off The Taste
Chili doesn't taste complete without a thick, rich broth. If yours is looking a little thin, you can add this ingredient that will blend in perfectly.
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Bobby Flay's Potato Salad Leaves Out A Classic Ingredient
Bobby Flay knows how to reinvent a classic recipe, so it's no surprise that his potato salad comes sans what many consider a standard ingredient.
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Here's What Your Canned Pumpkin Puree Is Really Made From
Although most cans of grocery store pumpkin are labeled 100% pumpkin puree, you might not be getting what you think you are when you buy them.
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The Disney Resort With An Astounding Number Of Sommeliers
Disney resorts are chock full of surprises. For example, one of the company's resort boasts a shockingly high number of professional wine tasters.
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Here's How Long That Open Jar Of Pesto Will Last
Like any jarred sauce, pesto needs to be refrigerated once it's opened, and you might be surprised by how quickly it can deteriorate in quality.
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It's Almost Too Easy To Make Ice Cream Sandwiches At Home
Why wait for the ice cream truck to come to your block? These easy hacks allow you to make delectable treats at home with all sorts of tasty results.
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Korean Vs Japanese Barbecue: What Is The Difference?
The two styles of barbecue certainly have a lot in common, but there are differences between the Japanese and Korean cuisines that set them apart.
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Ina Garten's Ingredient Of Choice For Decadent Deviled Eggs
If you're ever whipping up a batch of deviled eggs, then you have to seriously consider adding this one ingredient, courtesy of the great Ina Garten.
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The Beer That Had Medieval Europeans Hallucinating
Beer in the Middle Ages contained one particularly concerning ingredient, which could cause strange behavior, addled mental states, and even hallucinations.
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The Unexpected Kitchen Tool That Softens Butter With Ease
Instead of microwaving hard butter, which could quickly melt that way, try breaking it up into small pieces by way of this unexpected kitchen tool.
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