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The Newest Spice Shortage Might Just Ruin Your Summer Cookout Plans Bloomberg/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/April 21, 2021 1:07 pm EST Nothing makes spring feel right like a seafood boil or roasting some corn over an open fire. Thanks to McCormick’s Old Bay seasoning, we can really make flavors pop and stand out when we cook outside this season, as we have for decades. According to Box Hill Pizzeria, Old Bay’s iconic blend of spices and seasoning came together in 1939 thanks to German refugee Gustav Brunn....

The Office’s Brian Baumgartner Talks Chili And That Famous Chili-Spilling Scene - Exclusive Interview Bush’s Beans By Katy Kroll/Updated: March 11, 2021 2:29 pm EST Considered to be one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, The Office changed the landscape of TV forever with its single-camera setup and mockumentary-style approach to the daily absurdity unfolding at the fictional Dunder Mifflin paper company. Steve Carell was at the helm of the ensemble cast, playing awkwardly charming regional manager Michael Scott, but the secondary characters were just as important to the rhythm of the show....

The Surprising Twist Rachael Ray’s Husband John Cusimano Puts On A Tom Collins Shutterstock By Erica Buehler/April 20, 2021 10:26 am EST It turns out that Rachael Ray isn’t the only one in her house who knows what she’s doing in the kitchen — or the bar, for that matter. Ray’s husband, John Cusimano, put a refreshing spin on the classic Tom Collins cocktail and it’s perfect for spring. In Ray’s recent Instagram post, in addition to using blood orange juice instead of standard lemon juice, she revealed her husband’s secret twist to the beloved cocktail comes from an infused simple syrup....

This Is Who Ina Garten Would Invite To Her Dream Dinner Party Brad Barket/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Jan. 22, 2021 6:22 am EST When it comes to throwing a dinner party, no one knows how to do it more effortlessly than Ina Garten. Dinner parties can be intimidating to those who do not hold them as often as the Barefoot Contessa does, which is likely why so many of her fans turn to her for advice....

This Was The Worst Customer Service In Kitchen Nightmares History s_bukley/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Aug. 25, 2021 4:09 pm EST “Kitchen Nightmares” has aired so many outrageous incidents, it’s hard to say exactly which scandal tops the charts. From Rishi Brown of Prohibition Grille who broke out into a belly dance for customers mid-service, to Amy Bouzaglo of Amy’s Baking Company who was so unwilling to take advice that even Gordon Ramsay gave up, the series has shown host Ramsay interact with many memorable characters through its course....

Volcano Roll: What You Should Know Before Ordering Shutterstock By Emily Cappiello/Aug. 5, 2021 5:29 pm EST Sitting down to look at a sushi menu can go one of two ways — you can go with a classic roll, like a California roll or spicy tuna roll (via Spoon University) or you can branch out a bit and try something more adventurous. Why, then, not wrap your chopsticks around a volcano roll?...

What You Didn’t Know About Robert Irvine’s Protein Bar Line FitCrunch Instagram By Boshika Gupta/Aug. 11, 2021 9:06 am EST Celebrity chef Robert Irvine seems to always push the boundaries of possibility in the culinary industry and restaurant business, as evidenced on his show “Restaurant: Impossible.” But he also pushes himself in the gym. Irvine revealed to FN Dish that he exercises on a regular basis and prefers staying away from carb-heavy meals to meet his fitness goals....

Why 7-Eleven Is Sending A Slurpee Into Space Shutterstock By Molly Harris/July 12, 2021 12:59 pm EST In the not-so-distant future, 7-Eleven will be sending its signature Slurpee to a galaxy far, far away. Apparently, the beloved convenience store first launched its delicious frozen drink in 1966, according to a press statement. And to celebrate the 94th birthday of Slurpees, 7-Eleven has commissioned a private flight to space for its icy drink, as well as a limited number of commemorative cups....

Why Rachael Ray’s Dog Food Brand Was Sued Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/April 1, 2021 2:52 pm EST Celebrity chef Rachael Ray has inspired scores of fans over the years with her delicious and super accessible recipes. According to Biography, Ray explored several gigs in the culinary space before she found fame. She garnered special attention for her easy-to-cook “30 Minute Meals” and appealed to audiences as a charismatic chef on popular channels, such as the Food Network....

Why Red Cabbage Sometimes Turns Food Blue Shutterstock By Karen Hart/May 13, 2021 2:11 pm EST Red cabbage is that ingredient that adds just the right crunchy texture to your favorite salad or fish tacos. Its vibrant color is so striking and festive that red cabbage can really brighten up any dish it’s added to. And while we love its eye-popping hue and perfectly round symmetrical shape, it’s also so much more than just another pretty vegetable....

Why Walmart Is About To Lose Most Of Its In-Store McDonald’s Locations Shutterstock By Felix Behr/April 12, 2021 2:30 pm EST McDonald’s has announced that it will close most of its remaining Walmart-based outlets, leaving only 150. This appears to have less to do with any falling out with Walmart than an accidental detail, as, according to a statement from McDonald’s CFO Kevin Ozan that Nasdaq quotes, “The U.S. is accelerating some restaurant closures previously planned for future years....

You’ve Been Preparing Lemongrass All Wrong Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 3:18 pm EST Lemongrass is an herb featured throughout a variety of South Asian cuisines, but, because it grows as a stalk and can get fibrous, it can sometimes be a nuisance to work with. Woodsy and greenish-yellow, it has a subtle lemon aroma in its raw form that could prove both intriguing and intimidating for many a first-time cook....

35 Popular Monster Energy Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best Shutterstock By Kori Ellis/Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 3:50 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Historically, Americans turned to coffees and teas to get their daily caffeine fix. But these days, more and more people are instead turning to energy drinks made by companies like Monster Energy. Around the globe, more than $55 billion worth of energy drinks are sold on an annual basis — and North America is the leading market....

Costco Fans Are Loving These Organic Coffee Beans Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/May 22, 2021 9:24 am EST Costco shoppers are raving on Reddit over a brand of whole coffee beans you may not have heard of before. A Redditor started the conversation by posting, “Ruta Maya coffee beans, does anyone else love this stuff or am I crazy?” Costco sells Ruta Maya organic coffees in 5-lb. bags for the reasonable price of $41....

Could This Fall Favorite Be America’s Most Overused Spice? Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/April 28, 2021 5:25 pm EST What is it with cinnamon popping up practically everywhere these days? It’s a well-known staple in sweet dishes — not only apple pies, but also coffee cake, ice cream, scones, and rice pudding (via The Spruce Eats). On the savory side, cinnamon is not just for French toast anymore. It’s added to pork chops, pot roast, chili, and hot dogs (via Taste of Home)....

Don’t Believe This Dangerous Myth About Tim Hortons’ Coffee Bloomberg/Getty Images By Amanda Tarlton/Feb. 18, 2021 12:59 pm EST If America runs on Dunkin, then Canada runs on Tim Hortons. The Toronto-based coffee chain has been keeping our neighbors to the north well-fueled since it first opened its doors in 1964 and now has nearly 4,300 locations across the country (via ScrapeHero). Tim Hortons recently revealed its most popular menu items of 2020....

Everything You Need To Know About Venison Shutterstock By Rebecca Treon/March 23, 2021 3:28 pm EST Are you looking for a healthier alternative to beef without sacrificing flavor? Venison may be just the ticket to change up your menu, as Good Housekeeping states that venison contains only 1/3 of the fat found in beef and has less calories than chicken, and is “richer in protein than any other red meat,” which they share is “important for muscle growth and repair, hormone production, brain function, and sleep....

Here’s What Happens When You Skip Breakfast Every Day Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 3:32 pm EST For years we’ve been told, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” According to Day Two, the phrase was originally coined by James Caleb Jackson and John Harvey Kellogg — a pair of Seventh Day Adventists in the 19th century using the tagline to try to sell their homemade breakfast cereal....

How Joanna Gaines Really Feels About Chip’s Long Hair Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Aug. 24, 2021 1:04 pm EST Chip and Joanna Gaines are a power couple who are perhaps best known for starting Magnolia Network and for being a part of “Fixer Upper.” They have a super cute story too. According to Parade, Chip first saw Joanna in commercials. It was a project she worked on to promote her dad’s tire company, Jerry Stevens Firestone....

Ina Garten’s Sautéed Cabbage Recipe Is Easier Than You’d Expect Andy Kropa/Getty Images By Lauren Cahn/March 10, 2021 1:10 pm EST First things first, there is absolutely zero truth to any of those silly rumors you might have heard regarding the supposed dangers of eating cabbage. It’s nothing more than the sort of viral nonsense that crops up every now and again. However, in this case, it’s particularly unfair, not to mention unfortunate, considering that cabbage is truly a superfood that has so many clever uses (via Greatist)....