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The Reason Why People Can’t Stand Working At Applebee’s Andrew Burton/Getty Images By Lauren David/March 9, 2021 4:22 pm EST Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar may be a wonderful late-night spot to enjoy discounted appetizers, cocktails, and even two-for-one meal specials. With so many choices and deals, for many, it’s a great place to meet up after a long day of work or to relax with friends on the weekend. How about ordering a round of spicy buffalo wings, mozzarella sticks, cheesy nachos, or even some fajitas to share?...

The Reason Your Kids Should Be Eating Hard-Boiled Eggs Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/March 21, 2021 2:51 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re hard-pressed to find the time to put together an elaborate breakfast for your family every morning, we feel your pain! Mornings can be such a flurry of activity it’s hard to fit in brushing your teeth, let alone baking croissants! When it comes to breakfast, though, we’ll let you in on a little life hack: making hard-boiled eggs ahead of time not only saves you time during the most hectic part of the day but can also be a healthy move for your kids....

The Truth About Tim McDiarmid From Chopped: Alton’s Maniacal Baskets Instagram By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:55 pm EST Raised picking vegetables in her mother’s garden in Canada and then stress-tested in the restaurants of New York City, Tim McDiarmid finally settled in San Antonio, Texas to open a catering company (via Society Texas). For a decade now, McDiarmid’s Tim the Girl Catering has been feeding guests at weddings, special events, and corporate functions in San Antonio....

The Truth Behind Ben & Jerry’s Friendship Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images By Molly Clark/Aug. 25, 2021 11:33 am EST Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield of Ben & Jerry’s, the Vermont-based ice cream company, go way back. Together, they’ve created an arsenal of creative flavors, most of them over-the-top — that is, at least when it comes to deliciousness. Check out the flavors on their website. Craving something fruity? There’s Cherry Garcia. Looking for something buttery and nutty?...

The Untold Truth Of King Arthur Flour Shutterstock By Emily Alexander/Updated: Aug. 24, 2021 4:13 pm EST The King Arthur Baking Company has been around for a while — quite a long while, in fact. As one of the oldest flour companies in the country, this East Coast-based retail giant has remained dedicated to its customers and employees alike as its business continues to expand beyond its wildest dreams. Even as it continues to grow, King Arthur’s corporate integrity is evident in their employee-owned business model and their high-quality products — there’s a reason people prefer King Arthur to other flour brands on the grocery store shelf....

The Unusual Eggs Geoffrey Zakarian Keeps In His Fridge John Lamparski/Getty Images By Hanna Claeson/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:52 pm EST Listen, celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian is fancy. His olive oil, vinegar, and spice set will put you back $75 (via Goldbelly). He owns a number of restaurants. He had plans to open one at Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C. before he dropped out and then got sued by the former president....

The Weirdest Types Of Hot Dog From Around The World Shutterstock By Chris Heasman/Updated: June 3, 2021 3:19 pm EST The hot dog has got to be one of America’s finest food traditions. In its most basic form — one dog in a bun with ketchup and mustard — it’s recognized and loved up and down the country. But America is home to countless different variations of hot dog, too. From Atlanta’s slaw to Chicago’s pickle and relish to Detroit’s beef chili, every corner of the United States has its own array of unique toppings that really make their hot dogs their own....

This Is The Most Underrated Ingredient, According To Nigella Lawson Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/May 5, 2021 5:55 pm EST Cookbook author and television personality Nigella Lawson is known for her more casual, fuss-free approach to the kitchen, and she’s not afraid to whip up some decadent dishes or rummage through her fridge for a late-night snack, as fans of her various cooking shows over the years will know. When The Guardian asked her to identify what she believed were some of the most underrated foods on the market, she had a clear answer in mind....

Truly’s Casey O’Neill Tells Us Everything We Need To Know About Hard Seltzer - Exclusive Interview Mullen Low/Truly By Lauren Cahn/May 19, 2021 11:06 am EST Technically speaking, hard seltzer didn’t exist before 2015. In less than six years, it’s grown to command a 2.6% market share of all consumable alcohol sold in the U.S., a number predicted to triple by 2023, according to International Wine and Spirit Research. Even if you’ve not yet answered hard seltzer’s siren song, you’ve no doubt witnessed the phenomenon in action: tall, slender beverage cans splashed with vibrant colors and promising fizzy refreshment at 5% ABV — hoisted at outdoor venues by young, athletic-looking, tastefully-tattooed forearms....

Wendy’s French Fries: What To Know Before Ordering Deutschlandreform/Shutterstock By Katherine Mclaughlin/Updated: Aug. 25, 2021 9:21 am EST No snack compares to fast food french fries, especially when you’ve been out and about driving for hours on end. Whether you have embarked on a road trip or just a long day of errands, making a pit stop for a batch of french fries is one of life’s simplest pleasures. While there’s surely a fry for every person, you can tell a lot about someone’s personality by their favorite style of this iconic side....

What Chopped Winner Emily Chapman Is Up To Now Instagram By Boshika Gupta/March 1, 2021 1:12 pm EST Reality TV can be a great escape, especially if you get a chance to admire delicious-looking food while you’re at it. One of the most popular cooking shows on the Food Network, Chopped, has managed to enthrall audiences for years and is still going strong with over 45 seasons (via Insider). Plus, a lot of hard work goes on behind the scenes — it can take as long as 12 hours to finish shooting for just one episode and contestants are required to be resilient through it all, even staying hungry at times....

What Is Bresaola And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/April 27, 2021 12:07 pm EST Have you ever heard of bresaola? This Italian cured meat wasn’t imported into the U.S. from the 1930s to 2000, so it’s less well known in the states than prosciutto, for example (via The Spruce Eats). Bresaola is leaner and milder than prosciutto and is made from beef rather than pork. While the Spruce Eats points out that several cuts of beef can be used, The Guardian recommends the main muscle in the top round for its leanness....

Whatever Happened To Hershey’s Swoops? Twitter By Amy Hamblen/Jan. 25, 2021 11:48 pm EST If just hearing the word “Swoops” makes you want to break out with a “shakalaka, shakalaka,” then you probably lived through the period of the early aughts when Hershey’s catchy commercials aired advertising their newest product. The playful ads featured people holding the chocolates and dancing to a jingle that swapped the “Swoops” for the “Whoomp” in Tag Team’s hit “Whoomp!...

Why Some Papa John’s Employees Were Required To Sign An NDA Shutterstock By Lauren David/Updated: July 19, 2021 8:35 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For some, Papa John’s might be their favorite place from which to pick up a pizza or have a pie delivered. Even if you have yet to taste the brand’s creations, you have likely heard the slogan, “Better Ingredients, Better Pizza” and if you’re a fan, that may be what keeps you coming back for more....

Why Your Homemade Sushi Doesn’t Taste As Good As From A Restaurant Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 4:21 pm EST Any sushi lover with even a modicum of skill in the kitchen has likely had the same thought at some point in their life — “I could definitely make that.” Sure, your knife skills may not be as precise as the individuals in the kitchen at your favorite sushi spot, but how hard could it really be?...

Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli Recipe Laura Sampson/Mashed By Laura Sampson AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 13, 2021 4:26 pm EST The internet is undoubtedly a great source for a wide range of discoveries, many of them culinary. Thanks to the TikTok platform, countless recipes can be shared in short video formats, enticing and inspiring home cooks all over the world. Among the many recipes trending on the platform, pasta chips certainly spent some time in the spotlight, spawning many variations....

Beer Battered Mozzarella Sticks Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 10, 2021 11:30 am EST Are you looking for some more great appetizer recipes to add to your rotation? If so, look no further than these beer battered mozzarella sticks. These babies are incredibly delicious and unique, mostly thanks to the added beer in the batter. The cheese-filled side dish would be great at a party or if you have friends over to watch the big game....

Creative Birthday Dessert Recipes For People Who Don’t Like Cake Shutterstock By Alexa Mellardo/April 22, 2021 2:26 pm EST Celebrating birthdays never gets old, no matter what age. The one thing that can be switched up for every party plan is the traditional birthday cake. After all, not everyone likes to eat cake, and it’s really fun to step out of the expected cake box and think of something a bit more creative to serve for your friend, loved one, or co-worker on their special day....

Eitan Bernath’s Best Tips For Cooking With A Pressure Cooker - Exclusive Interview Eric Hobbs By Hanna Claeson/Updated: Aug. 27, 2021 12:31 pm EST If you live under a rock somewhere and haven’t downloaded TikTok, maybe you first saw TikTok superstar Eitan Bernath as a 15-year-old chef, when he landed a spot on “Guy’s Grocery Games.” (“It felt like I was like completely dreaming,” Bernath told Mashed, but more on that later....

Here’s How Ina Garten Really Tests Her Recipes Andy Kropa/Getty Images By Sara Cagle/April 13, 2021 2:37 pm EST There’s a simple reason why Ina Garten’s recipes just seem to work. Before they end up in her cookbooks – 12 of them, to be exact — they are tested to a T. This isn’t unusual; recipe-testing is an essential piece of the pie for cookbooks, food magazines, blogs, and other publications....