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Anthony Bourdain Couldn’t Stand People Who Follow This Diet Robin Marchant/Getty Images By Shawna Cory/April 15, 2021 3:30 pm EST Anthony Bourdain left a lasting impression on the world with his ardent passion for food and travel, larger-than-life personality, and humanitarianism. The late celebrity chef and bestselling author was also well-known for having strong, often controversial opinions — and not being afraid to express them. A slew of his television co-stars ended up on the receiving end of his sharp-tongued commentary over the years, as Thrillist has pointed out, and he had no problem criticizing food trends that most people adore (via First We Feast)....

Burger King Fans Won’t Want To Miss This Amazing King’s Feast Deal Instagram By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/Aug. 27, 2021 2:44 pm EST To compete with established chicken sandwich bosses like Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and Shake Shack, Miami-based Burger King debuted its Ch’King sandwich in June, and now, they’re offering it as part of a new combination meal that’s a royally good deal. In fact, the “$6 King’s Feast,” offered at participating Burger King locations nationwide, gives you a ton of food for six bucks....

Easy Stuffed Shells Recipe Christina Musgrave/Mashed By Christina Musgrave AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 4, 2021 4:23 pm EST Stuffed shells are a really fun dish to serve for a traditional Italian Sunday dinner. They have the same basic ingredients as any good lasagna: mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and ricotta, plus a delicious marinara sauce. Stuffed shells, though, make for a much prettier presentation. Recipe developer Christina Musgrave who blogs at Tasting with Tina likes to keep things simple....

Everything You Need To Know About TikTok’s Chlorophyll Water Trend Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/May 10, 2021 12:52 pm EST One of the latest viral TikTok trends involves drinking water that has been enhanced with chlorophyll for the purpose of supporting robust health, including beautiful skin. The idea behind this latest trend is that drinking water to which liquid chlorophyll has been added, comprises a rapid and reliable delivery system for the naturally occurring pigment that gives green plants their rich green hue, according to Healthline....

Is This The Most Dangerous Mystery Ingredient Ever Used On Chopped? Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/July 5, 2021 12:53 pm EST The chefs who compete on Food Network’s “Chopped” are truly up against some scary situations — rushing to get out their dishes as the clock counts down, never knowing what exactly is going to appear in those baskets, and staring down some seriously intimidating judges — but none of those compare to the thought of cooking an ingredient incorrectly and accidentally killing a “Chopped” judge....

Maneet Chauhan Was ‘Scarred’ By This Restaurant Decision Amanda Edwards/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/April 27, 2021 8:49 am EST Celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan has hustled hard to get to the point where she is today. The chef, who’s originally from India, studied at the Culinary Institute of America when she was 20 years old. Post her stint at the institute, Chauhan worked at the renowned restaurant Vermillion as an executive chef and even established a sister restaurant for the brand in New York City....

Mountain Dew’s New Gremlin-Themed Commercial Is Turning Heads YouTube By Hanna Claeson/Feb. 16, 2021 3:37 pm EST Coors may be betting on dreams, but Mountain Dew is betting on time machines. In the mid-80s and early 90s, Mountain Dew’s executives were on the cusp of something big. The company’s ads were filled with cheery jingles and teenagers jumping off waterfalls, the perfect embodiment of hope (via YouTube). By 1995, The New York Times had called crowned Mountain Dew “the trendiest, hottest new contender in America’s beverage wars....

National Pizza Day 2021: Where To Get The Best Food Freebies And Deals Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 4:39 pm EST Almost everyone is a pizza, and with National Pizza Day falling on February 9th, it’s time to decide how you’ll celebrate. Whether you want to help your community or score the best deals, there’s a lot going on to mark the day, according to press releases received by Mashed....

Simple Black Bean Brownie Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/July 20, 2021 3:27 pm EST The best part about baking is being able to enjoy fresh baked goods hot and fresh out of the oven. It can be pretty tempting to devour an entire tray of treats, but sharing and moderation is a good idea. Another excellent plan so that you can have your cake and eat it too, is to incorporate healthy ingredients into the mix....

The Best And Worst Microwave Popcorn To Buy At The Grocery Store Shutterstock By Matt Meltzer/Updated: May 11, 2021 3:52 pm EST What’s the best microwave popcorn you can buy at the store? The answer to that question depends greatly on what you’re looking for in a microwave popcorn experience. Do you want the same hot, buttery stuff you find at the movie theater? Or do you prefer a light, salty snack that fills you up without weighing you down?...

The Best Dish Maneet Chauhan Ever Ate On Chopped Theo Wargo/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/July 8, 2021 11:33 am EST On paper, judging a cooking competition show sounds like one of the most exciting gigs you could possibly have. After all, who wouldn’t want to spend the entire day eating scrumptious food without having to step foot in the kitchen? However, if you’ve ever watched an episode of “Chopped,” you know that not every plate of food that makes its way to the judge’s table is a five-star meal....

The Big Problem Some People Have With The Crime Scene Kitchen Season Finale Presley Ann/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Aug. 7, 2021 10:54 am EST Back in April, Deadline and other sites announced the arrival of a Fox TV show called “Crime Scene Kitchen.” The show is one part baking competition and one part something entirely new. Host Joel McHale (above) leads contestants, judged by “Chef Curtis Stone and cake artist Yolanda Gampp,” through a whirlwind of drama and suspense as they have to decode what desserts are made by looking through a kitchen crime scene of “crumbs, flour trails and a few elusive clues,” then try to make that recipe for themselves....

The Costco Rotisserie Chicken And Croissant Combos You Need In Your Life Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/March 2, 2021 10:42 am EST Walking out of a Costco with a 12-pack of freshly baked croissants and a $5 rotisserie chicken that is the size and weight of a large watermelon is every American (card-carrying member)’s right. And it means that you have the makings of a lunch for a giant, or a week’s worth of delicious sandwiches, all for under $10, according to Business Insider....

The Nostalgic Candy You Can Only Find In Wisconsin Instagram By Ceara Milligan/Aug. 25, 2021 12:37 pm EST Nostalgia is the yearning for feelings of the past. And sometimes, even foods we haven’t seen, smelled, or tasted in years have the power to induce these gratifying sentiments, including indulgences like warm chocolate chip cookies, piping hot chicken pot pie, melty macaroni and cheese, and of course, lip-smackingly good candy. Many old-school candies have been making fairly successful comebacks among sweets enthusiasts across generations, like Goo Goo Clusters, Charleston Chews, Bulls-Eyes, and more (via Taste of Home)....

The Popular Fast Food Anthony Bourdain Refused To Eat Again Jason Kempin/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/April 1, 2021 10:32 am EST What popular fast food did Anthony Bourdain refuse to eat again? The late chef’s name is synonymous with cookbooks, memoirs, and several food-centric travel shows, as noted by CNBC. The man not only had recipes featured by Food52, but also lauded a bodega sandwich which he recommends serving with “sh*tty coffee....

The Real Reason You’ll Never Find An In-N-Out Burger On The East Coast Shutterstock By Cristine Struble/May 17, 2021 10:54 am EST If you are craving a Double Double but live on the East Coast, enjoying that In-N-Out Burger classic will require a lengthy trip. Instead of an Uber delivery or even a short road trip, the infamous quick service restaurant chain may never cross the Mason Dixon line. As shared in an Eat This, Not That!...

The Spicy Condiment You Should Be Adding To Everything, According To Chefs Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/March 22, 2021 6:45 am EST If you’re regularly cooking at home, it can be easy to find yourself lacking inspiration on some days. You might be rotating through the same recipes, using similar spices on repeat, and boring your taste buds over time. What you need is a spicy, versatile condiment to add some pizzazz to the monotony....

The Unexpected Seasoning You Should Be Adding To Your Barbecue Shutterstock By Karen Hart/June 14, 2021 9:27 am EST Backyard barbecues are more than just a harbinger of summer — they are part of the American fabric. They remind us of what’s really important and put a long day’s toil into perspective as we break bread and dig into some delicious steaks or burgers with family and friends. Throw in some cornhole or a water balloon fight, and we’ve got ourselves a party....

The Untold Truth Of Zumbo’s Just Desserts El Pics/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Aug. 10, 2021 2:42 pm EST Netflix’s popular show “Zumbo’s Just Desserts” stars pastry chef Adriano Zumbo in a series that puts talented home cooks to the test as they compete over a $100,000 prize, which Decider describes as a rollicking riff with creations akin to “Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory.” According to the outlet, Adriano Zumbo is an Australian pastry chef and cook who honed his skills across Italy, France, and Australia before his career really kicked off in 2010....

This Is The One Cookbook Elizabeth Olsen Thinks Everyone Should Own Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/June 17, 2021 3:54 pm EST “WandaVision” star Elizabeth Olsen has always wanted to forge her own path, and even considered using a different name to stop any associations audiences had with her siblings, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen (via People). The actress continues to blaze trails, and according to a recent Hot Ones appearance, has cooked up wild boar with master chef Éric Ripert....