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People Are Split On Which Discontinued Snack Should Never Have Made A Comeback Shutterstock By Molly Harris/April 12, 2021 3:24 pm EST There are a lot of reasons people, more specifically Americans, snack. According to Biz Journals, around 59 percent of people prefer it to eating full meals and 82 percent of parents use snacking as a way to connect with their kids. There’s no doubt that it’s an activity many people do at some point in their day, however, what they choose to chow down on is another subject entirely....

Popular Breyers Ice Cream Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best Shutterstock By Samantha Maxwell/May 12, 2021 12:38 pm EST There are so many desserts to choose from in the world of sweets. You could keep it simple with some candy, go all out with a slice of cake, or find some healthy middle ground with a nice pie, a rustic galette, or an indulgent cheesecake. But when the weather starts getting warmer (or just when you feel like something nice and cold), there’s only one dessert that will really get the job done right: ice cream....

Roadrunner Director Gives Tragic Details About Anthony Bourdain’s Last Days Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz AND Molly Harris/Updated: July 14, 2021 11:48 am EST After Anthony Bourdain died by suicide in a French hotel room in 2018, fans of the “Parts Unknown” host wanted to find a reason they could pin on this tragedy. His girlfriend, Italian actress Asia Argento, said as much in her first public interview after Bourdain’s suicide. “I understand that the world needs to find a reason,” she told DailyMailTV a few months after Bourdain’s death (via Daily Mail)....

Starbucks Fans Are Freaking Out Over This Target Free Refill Tip Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Aug. 13, 2021 10:33 pm EST There are countless reasons to shop at Target, from the products they sell to the employees benefits they offer. And don’t forget that food court! But if you’re a Starbucks lover, this one’s for you. You probably already know that most Target locations have a Starbucks coffee stand inside that offers the same types of frosty Frappucinos, cake pops, and other caffeinated drinks as its standalone stores....

Taco Bell Just Jumped On The NFT Bandwagon Instagram By Hanna Claeson/March 18, 2021 4:11 pm EST Because we can now work, party, and find love on the internet, Taco Bell is inviting us to eat virtually, too. On the online marketplace Rareible, the fast-food chain is now selling one-of-a-kind digital representations of their menu items (called NFTs) so that, as Taco Bell announced on Twitter, they can “live in your hearts, stomachs and digital wallets” — forever, and ever, and ever....

The ‘Best Time’ To Eat Dessert Might Surprise You Shutterstock By Karen Hart/July 13, 2021 8:31 pm EST We are hard wired to love desserts. According to the Davidson Institute of Science Education, we develop a taste for the sugary sweets based on the foods we are exposed to in our youth. Per the Institute of Food Technologists, Americans like dessert. At least once a week, 57% of adults indulge in desserts that range from juicy fruit and cookies, to ice cream and gelato, and everything in between....

The One Chef Samin Nosrat Would Like To Cook With - Exclusive Jim Spellman/Getty Images By Molly Harris/April 6, 2021 1:03 pm EST When it comes to our favorite chefs, it seems we can never learn too much about the creative minds behind our favorite dishes. Be it the tools they always use, how they’ve optimized their kitchens, or the people they would like to have over for a dream dinner party, each chef has their own source of inspiration....

The One Ingredient That’s Been Missing From Your S’mores Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Updated: March 1, 2021 11:03 am EST S’mores are more than just a dessert, they’re practically synonymous with summertime camping trips and beach bonfires. All you need are graham crackers (although you might be a little dubious about these after reading this bizarre origin story), marshmallows, chocolate bars, a fire, and sticks. If you’re dirt-averse and/or a pyrophobe, however, you can always skip the last two ingredients and cook your s’mores the quick and easy way — indoors, in the microwave....

The Problem Costco Shoppers Have With These Banana Bites Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Aug. 13, 2021 7:42 pm EST Costco is a great place to purchase groceries and snacks in bulk, as its loyal shoppers already know. But while its high-quality products and low prices are what keep customers coming back, Costco may not hit it out of the park on every item, as some shoppers made clear on an Instagram post made by @costco_doesitagain....

The Shocking Reason Hostess Is Being Sued Over Its Carrot Cake Mini-Donuts Instagram By Felix Behr/Feb. 23, 2021 12:09 pm EST On Feb. 22, the false advertising lawsuit with which Hostess has been wrangling was dropped, according to Law 360. The cause of the class action lawsuit was Hostess’ limited edition offering of Hostess Donettes Carrot Cake Mini Donuts, which you can still see out of stock on Walmart’s website....

The Surprising Snack Ina Garten Thinks You Should Make For The Super Bowl Andy Kropa/Getty Images By Michael La Corte/Jan. 27, 2021 4:17 pm EST Ina Garten is celebrated for many things: an air of sophistication, easygoing humor, her inspiring marriage, and ultra-reliable recipes. Last year, she revealed her pick for a Super Bowl snack that is light, surprising, and utilizes a unique technique. While this year’s Super Bowl parties will look immensely different than last year’s, this newly iconic Super Bowl snack is sure to satisfy every partygoer....

The Surprising Way A Chicken Sandwich Got McDonald’s Australia Into Legal Trouble Nathan Stirk/Getty Images By Aimee Lamoureux/April 5, 2021 3:33 pm EST In the 90’s, McDonald’s restaurants in Australia began selling an enticing new sandwich called the Grilled Chicken Burger. McDonald’s customers believed the burger was made with tender pieces of real grilled chicken placed between two buns, which they could be forgiven for believing because that was how the burgers were being advertised, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)....

The Truth About American Psycho’s Famous Opening Credits Restaurant Scene Lions Gate Films By Lucy Maddox/Aug. 9, 2021 10:41 am EST From revealing hidden emotions to hinting at a characters’ development, food has played a significant role on the big screen for generations. When it comes to movies, food can tell us so much more about a character than just their taste buds. A character’s signature order at a restaurant can result in viewers either idolizing the character, pitying them, or even viewing them as a child....

The Truth About Your Grandma’s Favorite Strawberry Candy Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Updated: March 29, 2021 9:06 pm EST There are certain types of candy that seem to be ubiquitous at certain times and under certain circumstances despite the fact that no-one seems to be all that fond of them. Candy canes at Christmas, jelly beans at Easter, candy corn at Halloween…does anyone actually buy – or eat – these, and if so, do they do so for any other reason than tradition alone?...

Growing up in Germany influences her baking style Instagram Gesine might owe part of her intrepid career choice to her parents who gave their daughters a worldly perspective from a young age. Although Gesine was born in Washington, D.C. in 1970, the early years of the Bullock girls’ lives were spent in Germany, where their mother Helga hails from and their father John was stationed with his position with the US Pentagon....

The Untold Truth Of Lou Malnati’s Facebook By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/Jan. 30, 2021 3:24 pm EST Deep-dish pizza rules in Chicago, and one of the most influential makers of these delicious and decadent pies has been a Chicago legend since the 1970s when they opened their pizzeria in the small inner-ring suburb of Lincolnwood, Ill., according to the chain’s website. What made Lou Malnati’s a Chicago pizza favorite? BBC Travel lauds the tangy tomatoes, rich cheese, and buttery crust which combine to make “perfect deep-dish harmony....

The Untold Truth Of True Food Kitchen Facebook By Michael Sommers/Updated: Feb. 2, 2021 11:14 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. American chain restaurant cuisine has traditionally leaned towards heaping portions of fried and starchy, sugary and doughy, processed and caloric comfort foods that momentarily hit that sweet (or salty or fatty) spot and then leave us wracked with guilt, loosening our belt buckles, and reaching for the bottle of antacid....

These Are The Worst Cheeses To Add To A Quesadilla Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/March 13, 2021 8:32 pm EST It is a fact, universally acknowledged, that the simplest-looking recipes can also be the ones that are easiest to mess up. And by that we’re thinking about just about everything involving eggs from boiled to scrambled, pasta, pancakes (via Showbiz Cheat Sheet) – and to that, we might add a perennial favorite of many time-stretched home cooks: the quesadilla....

This Is How Kraft Mac & Cheese Is Really Made Bloomberg/Getty Images By Alexandra Cass/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 7:39 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether you love it or hate it, you know that iconic blue box when you see it on the grocery store shelf. Chances are, you’ve probably eaten it more times than you can count. That’s right — we’re talking about the one and only Kraft Macaroni & Cheese....

Trader Joe’s New Banana Fruit Spread Has Shoppers Divided Instagram By Molly Harris/Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 4:32 pm EST Trader Joe’s just released another new product that has definitely sparked a lot of conversation between fans and customers of the store. Instagrammer @traderjoesobsessed posted about the item that’s an organic banana fruit spread. Which sounds like it would not only be delicious on toast, but also really healthy for you. Bananas contain vital nutrients, help with digestion, and keep our hearts healthy, according to Healthline....