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McDonald’s Has Exciting News For BTS Fans Nathan Stirk/Getty Images By Aimee Lamoureux/April 19, 2021 2:28 pm EST Fans of the superstar K-pop group BTS know that they’re always hard at work. From performing their chart-topping hits to sold-out audiences and breaking album sales records worldwide, to raking in Grammy nominations, the K-pop sensations never seem to rest, and they don’t seem to have any plans to stop anytime soon. Additionally, fans will be thrilled to hear that BTS has another exciting release in store for anyone who loves their music, enjoys delicious South Korean dipping sauces, or both....

Myths You Should Stop Believing About Sake Shutterstock By Shea Swenson/April 15, 2021 10:20 am EST You may be familiar with sake and consider the rice-based beverage to be a type of rice wine. But, actually, that’s not the case. Here, we’ll be debunking a few common myths such as this one and shine some light on the drink that’s currently booming in popularity. While sake does have an alcohol content that’s just slightly higher than an average wine — hovering around 15 to 16 percent, according to Tengu Sake — the booze actually has more in common with beer....

Nigella Lawson’s Fun Twist On Tiramisu David M. Benett/Getty Images By Karen Hart/May 31, 2021 10:20 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Nigella Lawson is pretty much the expert when it comes to being a domestic goddess, having written the bible on how to achieve this coveted status. The British chef and cookbook author has built her culinary empire on teaching us easy ways to make comfort eats luxurious and worthy of both intimate dinners with family or more elaborate entertaining with good friends....

People Can’t Believe The ‘Country’ Way This TikToker Cleans Fish eldar nurkovic/Shutterstock By Kalea Martin/Aug. 19, 2021 1:37 pm EST There’s the Gordon Ramsay way to clean fish, and then there’s the “country” way. Most probably know the former, which requires a sharp knife and a chopping board, but according to TikTok user @CountryBuckBrown, the latter is much more efficient. Technically, you do not even need any kitchen tools for it — just your hands and your teeth....

Shortcut Ingredients You Should And Shouldn’t Use Shutterstock By Emily Monaco/July 6, 2021 11:15 am EST There’s a reason why the expression goes: “the best thing since sliced bread.” It seems we’re constantly looking for ways to make cooking easier, with shortcuts ranging from condensed soup to frozen veggies and more. While some of these items can be your best friend in the kitchen, not all of these shortcuts are worth your money....

Swiss Miss’ New Hot Chocolate Flavor Is Perfect For Fall Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/Aug. 16, 2021 1:24 pm EST Alright, ready to brace yourselves? Because we are, at this very moment, about to drop a few “chilling” words that you probably haven’t heard used much in the past couple of months, given summer’s heat. Words like “cold weather treats” and “hot chocolate” and “steaming cups thereof.” Yeah, we are going to go there, but we can assure you (and we think you will agree) that it is for all the right reasons....

The Adorable Inspiration Behind The Lazy Dog Restaurant Name Facebook By Maria Scinto/May 21, 2021 12:45 pm EST If you’ve ever eaten at the California restaurant chain Lazy Dog, you may have admired some of the handsome hounds that frequent the establishment, or perhaps you even enjoyed a dinner a deux with your own canine companion. Doggos both lazy and active are welcome to dine on the patio, and the Lazy Dog not only offers complimentary bowls of water to its poochie patrons, but also has a pup menu featuring burger and chicken bowls made with brown rice and veggies....

The One Item Everyone Needs In Their Kitchen, According To The Pioneer Woman Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images By Emily Weaver/Feb. 24, 2021 10:49 am EST Based on food preferences, cooking needs, and someone’s level of expertise in the kitchen, every cooking space can look a little different. This includes the layout and what you may find in the kitchen like appliances, tools, and supplies. For example, if you begin every morning with a cup of coffee, you may own a state-of-the-art espresso machine....

The Real Reason Kellogg’s Is Being Sued For Its Cereal Shutterstock By Molly Harris/July 29, 2021 1:58 pm EST Cereal is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to eat a meal quickly. While some cereals are obviously quite sweet, some have caused quite a stir in recent days and it’s all to do with their sugar content. If you weren’t aware, The Telegraph reported that between 2012 and 2015, the amount of sugar in cereal increased by 18....

The Real Reason McDonald’s Got Rid Of Its Mighty Wings Instagram By Joel Burrows/Aug. 19, 2021 2:37 pm EST When you think about McDonald’s, what is the first thing that springs into your mind? Is it the company’s golden logo — popularly known as the Golden Arches — haunting midnight skies and some overcrowded food courts of the mid-2000s? Is it the franchise’s fries, either piping hot and delicious or cold and miserable?...

The Trick To Smoking Trout In An Oven Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 10:28 am EST Smoked fish is a delicious treat that can be served in many ways to please a variety of taste preferences (via Bon Appétit). While it may have originated from a need to preserve freshly caught fish, it has certainly found its place in modern cuisine, as Mere Trout reports. The only thing stopping us from regularly indulging (besides the salt content) is the elevated price tag....

The Untold Truth Of Mary McCartney David M. Benett/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Updated: June 1, 2021 5:25 pm EST Depending on your interests, you might already know a facet or two of Mary McCartney’s life and career. Classic rock fans will undoubtedly know her as the first-born daughter to former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney and renowned photographer Linda Eastman (via The Paul McCartney Project). It was, after all, Mary who was tucked into her dad’s jacket in the photo her mom took and later appeared on the sleeve of Paul’s first solo album, McCartney....

The Untold Truth Of Radiatori Pasta Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 4:51 pm EST If you haven’t heard of radiatori pasta, then you might be curious about what exactly this pasta is, and what makes it worth your while. After all, many pasta shapes have been around so long that they are very well-known classics. From angel hair and spaghetti to gnocchi and farfalle, there are tons of different pasta shapes to choose from....

The Very Unusual Way The Queen Cut A Cake At The G7 Summit Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/June 14, 2021 11:34 am EST You may never have guessed it, but anyone looking to cut a cake has to follow certain etiquette. According to A Taste of Home, anyone looking to carve into a cake needs to use a serrated knife in order to avoid crumbly edges, the host should heat the knife to cut easily through frosting, and anyone who wants to cut the very first slice should also use a spatula in order to ensure the final product comes out perfectly intact....

This Is How Much Yogurtland Employees Actually Make Anna Webber/Getty Images By Ni’Kesia Pannell/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:28 pm EST Though there are many places in your city to nab a delicious dessert, if you’re a huge yogurt fan, you’ve probably found yourself wandering into Yogurtland as your first choice for a sweet, yet healthier option. While some people may think that yogurt is just a bland snack for kids and adults alike, Yogurtland — which its official site notes as having been in business since 2006 — has strived to be more than just that....

This Is The Best Time To Eat At Olive Garden Bloomberg/Getty Images By Brittany Gibson/Jan. 30, 2021 2:36 pm EST Before we get started, let’s get something straight: There’s never a bad time to eat at Olive Garden. (I mean, have you tried their breadsticks? How can you ever say no to those?) But as it turns out, the Italian-themed chain has some untold truths you might not know about. For starters, did you know that General Mills (yes, the cereal company) is responsible for creating Olive Garden?...

This Is The Proper Way To Store Coriander Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/April 1, 2021 11:51 am EST While we typically know coriander as a spice, the word “coriander” can actually refer to the leaves, stems, and seeds of the plant (via The Spruce Eats). Cooks might refer to the leaves as cilantro (the Spanish word for coriander), but the truth is that it all stems from the same plant. While a little bit of food knowledge is tasty, do you know the proper way to store that lemony, floral spice?...

This Popular Sandwich Chain May Soon Start Accepting Bitcoin Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Aug. 5, 2021 1:01 pm EST The future is here, and Quiznos is leading the way. The popular sandwich chain is partnering with the digital asset marketplace Bakkt to enable customers to begin paying for their orders using the digical currency bitcoin (per Nasdaq). The company has just announced that beginning in mid-August, Quiznos will be launching a pilot program that allows customers to download the Bakkt app and use it to complete their purchases with bitcoin at participating locations....

What Makes This London McDonald’s Location So Unique Pajor Pawel/Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Aug. 20, 2021 9:10 pm EST A new McDonald’s located in London is unique in more ways than one. For one thing, this special location is a pop-up that was launched in July in London’s South Bay neighborhood (via The Drum). While many McDonald’s restaurants are meant to last, this temporary installation may leave a lasting impression because it’s so different....

What Terry Crews Really Eats In A Day D Free/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Aug. 24, 2021 1:42 pm EST Anyone who has seen actor Terry Crews on screen knows that the man must put some careful consideration into what he consumes to fuel his seriously impressive physique. When chatting with Men’s Health for their “Eat Like” series, Crews took fans through what a typical day of eating looks like for him — and while you may think he’s just loading up on plain chicken breast and steamed broccoli for every meal, that’s certainly not the case....