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While Americans may more ready associate Foster's with Australia, it's more of an export beer. XXXX Beer is what's commonly enjoyed by the locals down under.
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The Reason Long Island Iced Teas Sound Alarm Bells To Bartenders
Any bartender will likely have a list of drinks they hate making (or even refuse to make). One of the most common offenders is the Long Island Iced Tea.
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The Savory Ingredient That Makes Your Martinis So 'Dirty'
Although martini minimalists may consider them blasphemous, dirty martinis are beloved. The secret to the recipe is an extra savory, salty ingredient.
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The 2-Ingredient Cocktail You Should Have Memorized By Now
If there's any one drink worth knowing how to make, it's one that's simple, versatile, and economical, and that's exactly what this two-ingredient cocktail is.
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The Stunning Number Of Grapes It Takes To Make A Single Bottle Of Wine
Many factors must be considered like grape size, winemakers' practices, and growing conditions, but you'll still be surprised by the large quantity.
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Your Favorite Craft Beer Might Just Be From A Certain Brewery Giant
If you drink craft beer because you like to support local businesses, make sure the brand you prefer isn't actually owned by one of the major producers.
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Baking (2)
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The Fast Fix That'll Keep Your Cookies From Coming Out Flat
Chilling cookie dough in the refrigerator for an hour (or up to overnight) will prevent flat cookies, but there's a faster way to get the same result.
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José Andrés' Favorite Childhood Cake Is Like A Barbiecore Twinkie
Are you ready to try a nostalgia-inducing sugar bomb that'll catapult you back to the days of playing with Barbies? Check out this chef's bright pink favorite.
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Burger Joints (3)
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The Forgotten Fast Food Giant That Inspired Happy Meal Toys
McDonald's wasn't the first chain to offer a kid-oriented meal that came with a toy. A now-defunct burger chain beat it to the punch by six years.
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The Retro Fast Food Chain That May Have Inspired Wendy's Square Burgers
Where did Dave Thomas find the inspiration for Wendy's? Some claim it was at a now-obscure Midwestern burger chain that also serves square burgers.
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Ask For A 'Mustard Grilled' Burger At In-N-Out To Get The Real Deal Flavor
In-N-Out's No So Secret Menu is, well, not so secret, but a lesser-known option is punching up the flavor by ordering your burger "mustard grilled."
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Casual Dining (3)
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The Unexpected Secret Ingredient In IHOP's Fluffy Omelets
IHOP uses an unexpected secret ingredient to cook a fluffier, lighter omelet. This mix-in makes the chain's omelets their own kind of breakfast creation.
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Olive Garden Should Be Locked Up For This Culinary Crime
Olive Garden often breaks the rules when it comes to Italian cooking, but there's one crime in particular the chain does that should make the chain serve time.
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Can Flavor Flav Save Red Lobster?
In the wake of Red Lobster's bankruptcy filing, one unlikely celebrity has stepped up to try and pull the chain from the brink of destruction: Flavor Flav.
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Chicken Chains (2)
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The Raising Cane's Sauces That Deserve More Hype
Although it's not prominently advertised, Raising Cane's makes fresh honey mustard in its restaurants, and hot sauce is available upon request.
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Our Wishes Have Been Granted In The Form Of 32 Ounces Of Cane's Sauce
Fans of Raising Cane's dipping sauce will be happy to find out it can be ordered in bulk. Yes, you can buy a 32-ounce beverage cup of Cane's Sauce.
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Cleaning (1)
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Stop Washing Coffee Grounds Down The Drain, Seriously
Dumping coffee grounds down the sink seems safe enough, but inside your pipes, coffee grounds cling and harden, leading to costly plumbing repairs.
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Coffee And Tea (1)
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Don't Bother Trying The Viral Onion Coffee This Summer
TikTok creators have begun testing out a combination of spring onions mixed into a simple iced latte. It tastes about as good as you would think.
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Cook (1)
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The Hard-And-Fast Rule For Bringing Snacks On An Airplane
The TSA has a lot of rules for carry-on allowances, and snacks are no different. Here's the hard-and-fast rule you should know for the next time you fly.
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Cooking (13)
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The Temperature Of Your Pan Is The Key To Gooey Grilled Cheese
Making a perfect grilled cheese sandwich doesn't have to be tricky or complicated. Here's the simplest trick you can use to make it tasty every time.
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Say Goodbye To Green Yolks With This Simple Trick
No one likes hard-boiled eggs with green rings around the yolks. The trick to avoiding any discoloration on the yolk is to not overcook your eggs.
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Put Down The Peeler. There's A Better Way To Make Mashed Potatoes
Do you love mashed potatoes, but hate peeling them? This wire rack hack gives you perfectly-peeled mashed potatoes using absolutely zero peelers.
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French Toast Is The Sweet Way To Use All Those Leftover Hot Dog Buns
It can be frustrating to have extra hot dog buns and not know what to do with it. Here's a clever and sweet way you can use up all those buns to your advantage.
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Never Have Cold-In-The-Middle Leftovers Again With One Trick
There's a way to ensure you'll never experience cold-in-the-middle leftovers again: Just arrange your food in a donut shape before microwaving.
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This Is The Only Correct Way To Cut A Sandwich
We all love sandwiches, but the proper way to cut them is controversial. If you want the optimal experience, there's only one way to slice things: diagonally.
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Do You Really Need To Rinse Off Rice?
It's tempting to skip rinsing your rice - nobody wants to add extra steps to their meal prep. However, rinsing rice will give you better grains in the end.
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It's Time For A Cheese Ball Renaissance
Cheese balls, like many other mid-century fads, have come to be seen as a bit stodgy and outdated, but we'd like to see them stage a revival.
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Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Mac And Cheese
Mac and cheese can be simple, or it can be exciting. It all depends on how you cook it. Either way, you'll want to avoid these common mistakes when making it.
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12 Simple Ingredients That Will Seriously Upgrade Your Tartar Sauce
Tartar sauce can be recreated with many ingredients, but these substitutes offer the best upgrades to the typical flavor. Here's what we think you should swap.
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Soggy Leftover Chipotle Bowls Are No More With One Simple Trick
Chipotle's compostable bowls are great for the environment but not your fridge once they get soggy. Turns out the solution to that issue is ridiculously simple.
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Yes, People Are Actually Eating Cicadas This Summer
People are eating cicadas. Yes, that is happening - cicada enthusiasts have been deep frying the bugs, roasting them, topping pizzas with them, and more.
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16 Ingredients That Will Make Your Fried Eggs Unbeatable
Think fried eggs are a simple endeavor? Think again. These ingredients will add acidity, salinity, and a whole bunch of fun texture to your fried eggs.
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Discontinued (1)
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The Discontinued Wendy's Stuffed Pitas That '90s Kids Will Never Let Go
Fast food chains discontinue items all the time, but sometimes, nostalgic customers keep their memory alive, as is the case for this late-'90s Wendy's item.
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Drinks (5)
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We've Been Opening Water Bottle Packages Wrong This Entire Time
Stop struggling with your cases of bottled water. Instead, grab a sharp knife, cut the case at its midpoint, and then split it open for easy access.
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Is Pickle Juice Really The Answer To Your Hydration Woes?
Pickle juice can be used as a tool to hydrate when you need it most, but don't go chugging the stuff quite yet. It's not a good solution for everyone.
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Is The Viral Cracking Latte Really Worth All The Extra Effort?
The "cracking latte" has been going viral on TikTok lately, but there are compelling reasons why this drink is not all it's cracked up to be.
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The Unlikely Ingredient That Used To Be The Main Selling Point Of 7UP
When 7UP debuted in 1929, it was marketed for a different purpose than just refreshment and contained an ingredient you'd never find in soda today.
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Where In The World Did All The Slush Puppies Go?
The iconic ice-cold, fruity and sweet Slush Puppie holds a special place in the hearts of kids who grew up during the 1980s and 90s.
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Entertainment (1)
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Of Course Martha Stewart's Favorite Pizza Topping Is Bougie
It's not the prosciutto or the blend of creamy cheeses that set this pie apart; it's the tiny spherical vegetables that aren't exactly easy to find.
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Fast Food (6)
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How To Reheat McDonald's Chicken McNuggets Back To Perfection
The secret to reheating chicken nuggets to get them closest to their original, fresh-out-of-the-fryer state is to pop them in your air fryer.
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McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Is Delicious, But Is It The Real Deal?
You might think it's fake at first blush, but the provenance of that almost-too-perfect square McDonald's Filet-O-Fish patty is surprisingly unfishy.
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The Saucy McDonald's Trick For A Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich
We tried the TikTok hack that adds spicy Buffalo and ranch dipping sauces to a Spicy McCrispy to make a McDonald's Buffalo chicken ranch sandwich.
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Fast Food Chains That Serve The Highest And Lowest Quality Hot Dogs
Hot dogs can be hit or miss, especially coming from a fast food line. Here are the chains that serve a great dog, and a few that you frankly shouldn't buy.
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Which Popular Fast Food Chains Sell Pepsi Or Coke?
Coke and Pepsi have loyal fanbases, as do the drinks that belong to each brand like Sprite and MTN Dew. So how does a fast food chain decide which to sell?
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Fast Food Chains That Are Shutting Down Stores In 2024
Fast food restaurants often blend into the landscape of a city, until they disappear, that is. Unfortunately, not all of favorite chain spots will weather 2024.
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Gas Stations (4)
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The Ohio Gas Station Chain You'll Travel To For Its Ice Cream
This beloved favorite of the Buckeye State has been churning out ice cream and other tasty treats made with its own local cow's milk since the 1940s.
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Here's Why Buc-Ee's Gas Station Brisket Is So Legendary
Buc-ee's is a Texas-based chain of super-sized gas stations known for its excellent food - perhaps most notably, its barbecue brisket sandwiches.
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Eat Buc-Ee's Beaver Nuggets Like Cereal And You'll Never Go Back
Buc-ee's Beaver Nuggets make a surprisingly great breakfast cereal. When you combine this snack with cold milk, you've got an epic way to start your day.
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Fill A Bag Of Chips With Gas Station Toppings For On-The-Go Nachos
We've got a bit of life advice for you: At many gas stations, you can buy any bag of chips and use the nacho bar toppings to create a custom walking taco.
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Grilling and Smoking (5)
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Before Hitting The Grill, Give Your Brats A Boil
For the best flavor and texture, give your brats a quick boiling bath before laying them on the grill. Your brats will be juicy, tender, and perfectly charred.
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Experts Share The Easiest (And Most Difficult) Cuts Of Steak To Cook At Home
Omnivores dream of cooking steaks this time of year, but it's not always guaranteed to go well if you don't know what to look for. Keep an eye for these cuts.
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Don't Make This Simple Mistake When Grilling Pineapple Slices
Grilling pineapple is incredibly simple and easy (and totally worth it). However, there's one pineapple grilling mistake that you need to avoid.
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The One Beef Cut You Should Keep Far Away From The Grill
Steak and grilling go hand-in-hand, yet while lots of cuts of steak are great on the grill, there's one cut in particular you're better off cooking indoors.
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Toss Avocados On The Grill First For A Silkier Guacamole Every Time
New ingredients allow us to upgrade recipes from bland to ultra-delicious, but so does using a new technique on what we already have to work with.
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Grocery (2)
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Trader Joe's Canned Foods You Should Always Have In Your Pantry
Trader Joe's fans are dedicated to their favorite products, and these canned foods certainly make the cut. Start keeping these 13 tinned items in your pantry.
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Drumsticks Don't Melt Like Ice Cream Because They Aren't
Have you ever noticed how a Drumstick cone just won't melt completely? There's a reason for this and it's because it's not made of ice cream at all.
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Grocery Products (3)
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6 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches You Should Buy And 6 To Avoid
Not all frozen breakfast sandwiches are made equally. We tried 12 different options from several brands. Here are which to should buy, and which you shouldn't.
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Out Of DiGiorno's 4 Deadpool & Wolverine Pizzas There Is One Clear Villain
We tasted four limited-time pizzas based on the movie "Deadpool & Wolverine." Only one of these Marvel and DiGiorno collaborations disappointed us.
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Impossible Foods Hot Dogs Can't Quite Measure Up To The Real Thing
We put Impossible Foods' plant-based "beef" hot dogs up against Nathan's Famous skinless beef franks in a battle for hot dog supremacy, and real meat won.
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History (8)
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Dippin' Dots Are The Result Of A Science Experiment Gone Right
Dippin' Dots are a novelty you can't ignore on a hot summer day. But, did you know these tasty beads came from a love of science and not just dessert?
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How Head Cheese Got Its Unsettling Name
When they named head cheese, they only went half-euphemistic, because it isn't actually fromage. See why this meaty aspic has a long tradition of frugality.
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The Origin Of Pizza Hut's Name Is Way Less Exciting Than You Think
You might think a name like Pizza Hut was product of a genius marketing scheme, but as legend has it, the name came from far more humble origins.
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Blue Bell Creameries Originally Didn't Even Sell Ice Cream
Blue Bell began as the Brenham Creamery Company, founded by a group of local Texas businessmen in 1907. It did not start making or selling ice cream until 1911.
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PEZ Was Created For A Pretty Adult Reason
PEZ is basically a childhood nostalgia staple with its colorful dispensers, but the candy originally was originally meant to remedy a very adult issue.
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The Dark Rumor Behind Free Ice Cream Parties On Cruise Ships
If you are invited to an ice cream party on a cruise ship, it may be for a much darker reason than just a captain who's feeling extra generous.
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The Tremendous Number Of Beers Andre The Giant Could Throw Back
André the Giant's drinking exploits are the stuff of legend; here's how many beers the Giant himself once personally confirmed drinking in one night.
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Our Beloved Chicken Wings Were Once Considered Trash
It wasn't until the 1960s that fried, sauced chicken wings were first served in Buffalo. Before that, wings were an often-discarded afterthought.
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Ingredients (8)
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The Fruits That Give A.1. Sauce That Extra Punch Of Flavor
Surprisingly, A.1. Sauce's recipe includes two kinds of fruit. We examine how these sweet ingredients contribute to the sauce's signature flavor.
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The Wasabi On Your Sushi Probably Isn't Real
You might never have thought twice about the little green blob of wasabi that always comes with your sushi ... and it's probably not actually wasabi.
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You'll Never Suspect What Sweetbreads Actually Are
If you hear the term "sweetbread" and think it's a sugary confection best suited for dessert ... well, we've got some surprising information for you.
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The Best Cheeses For Midnight Snacking
Love cheese and hate waking up in the middle of the night hungry? Then we have good news for you: Cheese can help you fall back asleep, especially these kinds.
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Why Your Cheese Is Wet When You Open It
It might be concerning to open a sealed package of cheese and find that it feels wet, but don't worry. It's safe to eat, and there's a reason for that wetness.
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How Hairy Chinese Tofu Gets That Infamous Furry Coating
Hairy tofu, known as mao doufu in China, might look like it's gone bad, but it's safe to eat. Here's how this delicacy ends up furry-looking.
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Do Cotton Candy Grapes Really Taste Like The Iconic Sweet?
Do cotton candy grapes actually taste like cotton candy? As someone who's had them plenty of times now, I can say the answer is yes -- for the most part.
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The Illegal Fruit That Looks Like A Banana And Smells Like An Orange
Banana passionfruit is beautiful and has a unique flavor. However, this beauty can become quite the beast, which is why it's become outlawed in certain places.
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Menu Items (2)
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Dunkin's New Mike's Hot Honey Menu Lacks Fire
We taste-tested Dunkin's new Mike's Hot Honey-infused breakfast items to see whether the collaboration was a spicy success or a big ol' flame out.
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Starbucks' New Energy Drinks Have Us Buzzing (But Only Because Of The Caffeine)
Starbucks has entered the energy drink market. We tasted the chain's new Iced Energy beverages to see if they get the heart pumping in a good way.
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Why Taco Bell Tried And Failed To Break Into Mexico
Taco Bell, of course, sells Mexican-inspired food, but "inspired" is the key word there. That's part of why the chain didn't make it in Mexico itself.
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Why Joey Chestnut Isn't Competing In The Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest This Year
The Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest will be missing one key ingredient this year. The contest's 16-time champion, Joey Chestnut, will not be competing.
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Pizzerias (1)
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Little Caesars Used To Sell Buckets Of Spaghetti And We Want Them Back
Remember when you could buy buckets of spaghetti at Little Caesars? Back in 1993, the company famous for "Pizza! Pizza!" briefly offered pasta.
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Restaurants (3)
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Planning A Foodie Vacation? Start With The 2024 James Beard Award Winners
Whether you're able to tour the entire nation or just hit a single region or two, here is a list of restaurants with chefs who won James Beard Awards this year.
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The Biggest Restaurant On Earth Is The Size Of 10 Football Fields
The biggest restaurant in the world is not only the size of 10 football fields, but it also seats more than 6,000 people and has a staff of 1,800.
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The Unique Food Spot That Brings The Experience Of Film To Your Plate
You've probably spent plenty of evenings enjoying dinner and a movie, but what about a fancy meal during the movie, with courses inspired by the film?
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In Honor Of The Bear Season 3, It's Time We Revisit That French Omelet
We have long awaited the return of FX's "The Bear." Now, with Season 3 just around the corner, it's time to revisit Sydney's omelet from Season 2.
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Sandwich Shops (1)
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Why Arby's Sourdough Bread Is Banned In Europe
Arby's is known for having the meats, but it's the bread that is keeping some of the fast food chain's most popular menu items out of Europe.
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Steakhouses (1)
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Outback Steakhouse Is Not Nearly As Australian As You Might Think
If you're looking to try authentic Australian cuisine, don't go to Outback Steakhouse. Despite the restaurant chain's motif, it's 100% American.
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Storage and Preservation Tips (3)
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We Are Begging You To Stop Storing Avocados In Water
The latest viral food storage hack is submerging cut avocados in water to slow browning. This seemingly harmless trick is surprisingly dangerous.
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What Is That White Film All Over Baby Carrots?
Don't worry, the white film on your baby carrots probably isn't mold. These veggie snacks can be perfectly safe to eat despite their visual flaws.
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Here's How Long It Takes For That Opened Can Of Spam To Go Bad
Spam's known for its shelf stability and can last unopened in your pantry for years. Once you open that can, however, the timetable shrinks considerably.
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Stores And Chains (7)
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The Reason Costco Will Probably Never Deliver Pizza
Many shoppers likely wish they could get the Costco pizza without the pricey trip to the store, but that will probably never happen, and the rationale is sound.
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Here's Who Makes Costco's Legendary Food Court Hot Dogs
The Costco food court's eternally $1.50 hot dog is the stuff of legend, but where do those Kirkland hot dogs come from? The answer might surprise you.
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Here's What It Means When Costco's Store Bell Chimes
If you've ever heard a bell going off at Costco, you might want to hustle over quickly -- it's a sign that a fan-favorite item has just been restocked.
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What Kroger's Yellow 'Woohoo!' Tags Mean
Smart shoppers at Kroger and its many affiliates have long been taking advantage of "Woohoo!" or "Reduced" tags, which often indicate deep discounts.
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The Unspoken Connection Between Trader Joe's And Aldi
Aldi and Trader Joe's have a lot in common, and their similarities aren't necessarily by chance. The two have been connected since the late '70s.
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Trader Joe: The Real Man Behind The Grocery Empire
There was a real Joe behind Trader Joe's, a man who was on the risk of bankruptcy with a previous chain and came up with the idea for the popular grocery store.
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The Costco Food Court Hack We'll Be Eating All Summer Long
One of our favorite summertime menu hacks is something you can now do at a Costco food court near you: a DIY chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich.
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Traditions (10)
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What Sets Australian-Style Sushi Apart From The Rest
Australia may not be the first place you think of when you hear sushi, but Australian-style sushi is distinct from Japanese sushi in a few important ways.
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Are U.S. Baked And British Jacket Potatoes Really That Different?
Jacket potatoes are a hot food trend, but are British jacket potatoes really any different from American baked potatoes? The answer is yes, but it's subtle.
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Does NYC's Tap Water Actually Make Its Bagels Better?
Many people say the water is the secret to NYC bagels. But could the water really be the difference between bagels made in New York and ones made elsewhere?
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How Banana Pudding Became The Queen Of Desserts In The South
Today, many would associate banana pudding with southern comfort food, but some of the dessert's components started elsewhere before arriving in the South.
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Why Duke's Mayonnaise Has A Cult Following In The South
It's no surprise that Southerners take mayonnaise very seriously. For countless cooks and eaters in the South, Duke's is the only mayo worth using.
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What Is That Neon Green Topping On Chicago-Style Hot Dogs?
One of the classic toppings on a Chicago-style hot dog is a finely diced, visually arresting, neon-green condiment that sometimes baffles the eye.
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Before Fridges, Russians Used To Keep Their Milk Fresh With Frogs
Letting an amphibian take up residence in your dairy products may not seem like a good idea, but believe it or not ... it works! Here's why.
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The Unexpected Condiment That Tops Biloxi-Style Pizza
Pizza can be topped with all sorts of surprising ingredients, and regional preferences abound. But Biloxi-style pizza uses a condiment you'd never expect.
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Stinkheads Are The Fermented Delicacy That Smell Exactly How They Sound
Stinkheads are basically exactly what they sound like. This ancient fermented delicacy remains an important traditional food for Indigenous Alaskans.
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Is Poutine Really Just A Fancy Name For Loaded Fries?
Yes, poutine is a type of loaded fries, but you can't call any loaded fry dish "poutine" to sound fancy. Its Canadian history makes it unique.
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TV (1)
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Sorry To The Bear, But Changing The Menu Every Day Doesn't Prove Anything
In Season 3 of "The Bear," Carmy decides his restaurant should change its menu every day to try to earn a Michelin star. Here's why that's ridiculous.
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