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The Reason Lindsey Graham Is Defending Chick-Fil-A Shutterstock By Kalea Martin/July 14, 2021 5:57 pm EST When someone criticizes Chick-fil-A, it usually has nothing to do with their food. In fact, their signature dipping sauce is so good, that loyal customers rejoiced when it was announced they’d be selling it by the bottle. However, just as much as Chick-fil-A is known and loved for their signature sauce, fried chicken sandwiches, and waffle fries, the chain is also infamous for their controversial company values....

The Strange TV Rule Giada De Laurentiis Follows Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 27, 2021 2:49 pm EST Culinary superstar Giada De Laurentiis is no stranger to the world of food, especially food explored through the medium of television. Famous for her appearances on Food Network, including her popular show, Everyday Italian, the chef discovered her love for cooking when she was in college and decided to switch careers. According to Delish, the chef initially studied anthropology at the University of California at Los Angeles — she graduated in 1996 — but later ended up exploring a career as a chef and joined the reputed chef’s school Le Cordon Bleu in Paris....

The Truth About ‘Refrigerator Flavor’ Shutterstock By Emily Cappiello/June 23, 2021 11:38 am EST Have you ever taken a piece of food out of the fridge that tastes a bit off? It hasn’t quite gone bad, but it definitely isn’t right. Well, you could be dealing with a case of “refrigerator flavor,” a phenomena that seems to happen to food when it sits too long in the refrigerator or freezer. On a recent Reddit thread, one user explains that they can smell and taste it coming off of food both in his house as well as in the homes of other people....

The Uber Eats App Is Getting A Helpful Social Media Makeover Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/April 14, 2021 10:49 am EST When we have run out of energy to cook and crave a quick bite, many of us turn to delivery apps like DoorDash, Postmates, and Uber Eats. According to Business of Apps, Uber Eats not only ranks as the number one choice for food delivery internationally, but it has continued to grow over the past year, pulling in $4....

The Untold Truth Of Mozzarella Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/March 4, 2021 8:43 am EST From caprese salads and chicken parmigiana to pizza and its eponymously named fried sticks, it’s pretty hard to beat mozzarella. It is a classic and a must-have ingredient for many — and for good reason. It is super versatile, always delicious, and it can be used in a multitude of ways. Did you know that there can be up to 12 (!...

The Untold Truth Of The South Beach Wine & Food Festival Shutterstock By Laine Doss/Updated: July 21, 2021 9:36 am EST Each year, the South Beach Wine & Food Festival takes over the sands of Miami Beach and beyond. The multi-day event attracts thousands of people who clamor to eat, drink, and see their favorite celebrity chefs in person. According to the festival’s site, The South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF) just celebrated its 20th year this past May, but it wasn’t always a huge event spanning a long weekend....

This Classic Vegan Taiwanese Treat Is Perfect For Summer Shutterstock By Lucia Capretti/May 14, 2021 1:11 pm EST Put aside what you think you know about vegetables and dessert and get ready to be wowed by this delicious Taiwanese treat. You might be familiar with adding grated carrots or zucchini to a cake. The vegetable ingredients certainly make it feel more wholesome, even if it’s also covered in icing. But when it comes to Taiwanese frozen baked sweet potatoes, the vegetable is the sole star of the dish, providing both wholesomeness and sweetness....

Trader Joe’s Employees’ Favorite Frozen Food Is No Surprise Joe Raedle/Getty Images By Lauren Cahn/Updated: April 26, 2021 8:20 am EST The results of Trader Joe’s 12th Annual Customer Choice Awards have been announced (via Trader Joe’s), and the winner of the Favorite Overall item is one that has been dominating the category for many years (via Inside Trader Joe’s Podcast). If you haven’t already guessed, then here’s a hint: this item, which is available in the frozen foods section, features chunks of chicken enveloped with a crisp breading and comes with a house sauce made with California orange peels, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, fresh green onions, and soy sauce....

Trader Joe’s New Portuguese Custard Tarts Are Turning Heads Instagram By Felix Behr/April 30, 2021 2:13 pm EST Yesterday, Trader Joe’s Kitchen, a fan-run Instagram account that covers the store’s latest finds, uploaded a post announcing the arrival of the store’s new Portuguese custard tarts. Found in Trader Joe’s frozen food section, the account followed the air fryer directions of cooking the desserts at 350 degrees for twelve minutes, finding that it had great results but the tarts ended up too hot to immediately dig into....

Twizzlers Mystery Flavor Has Finally Been Revealed Twizzlers By Ashley Steinberg/June 24, 2021 9:59 am EST The world is no stranger to a good mystery flavor. Jelly Belly has at least five editions of Mystery Bean Dispensers, which combine 10 normal flavors and 10 flavors the likes of which you might find in Harry Potter, like Stink Bug or Dirty Dishwater (via Jelly Belly). Lay’s has been testing the waters with mystery flavors for years, including those People magazine tasted and guessed in 2020 to be “Chicken Tikka Masala,” “Greek Salad,” “Steak Frites,” and “Japanese ramen or Vietnamese noodles”....

What Is Tonic Water And Why Do You Drink It? Shutterstock By Shea Swenson/Updated: June 9, 2021 1:50 pm EST As far as iconic duos go, a gin and tonic is pretty high up on the list. The classic combination is available at almost every bar and restaurant that serves booze. What exactly makes up the classic cocktail? Even with a simple mix of just gin, tonic, and lime, the drink packs in a punch of flavor....

What Joe Bastianich Wishes Americans Knew About Italian Food - Exclusive Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images By Steven John/April 15, 2021 11:45 am EST Any cuisine is bound to be influenced when brought to a new location. The Chinese food served in a restaurant in Charlotte, North Carolina is likely going to be different than that served in a restaurant in Shanghai. A corner bistro in Paris offers different fare than an Au Bon Pain in Pittsburgh....

What You Should Do If Your Dried Fruit Is Too Hard Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: June 13, 2021 6:24 pm EST Whether you eat it in trail mix, use it as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal, or enjoy it by the handful straight out of the bag, dried fruit can be a delicious (and nutritious) snack. Mangos, apples, apricots, grapes — almost every fruit can be dried and turned into a sugary sweet treat that’s packed with antioxidants and vitamins....

Why Costco Stopped Selling Its Brisket Sandwich YouTube By Kate Hagan Gallup/Updated: April 29, 2021 10:42 am EST In a review for Business Insider, writer Hollis Johnson described the Costco BBQ Beef Brisket sandwich as “with little to no doubt … one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had.” Sold in a white cardboard ring, this significantly sized sandwich was highly-priced for the Costco food menu ($4.99, as reported in 2018), yet still highly affordable for that delicious barbecue treat of slow-cooked brisket....

Why Plant Owners Should Think Twice Before Throwing Out Expired Milk Shutterstock By Jared Kaufman/April 5, 2021 4:27 pm EST You’ve eaten your cereal, you’ve dunked your cookies, but the expiration date on your milk jug has come and gone and you still have milk leftover. If you have a garden, you should consider not throwing away your milk just yet. The nutrients that make milk healthful for people — like calcium and B vitamins — also work wonders for plants, according to The Spruce....

Why Sonic Ended Up With An Intercom Ordering System Scott Olson/Getty Images By Gabriela Mungarro/Feb. 9, 2021 4:12 pm EST As fast-food restaurants have expanded into cross country empires that have evolved into the common drive-through experience we’ve all come to know, there is one restaurant that has embraced its drive-in origins — Sonic. Known for its speedy service, delicious cherry limeades, mouthwatering double cheeseburgers, and its retro theme, what was once a small stand selling root beer called Top Hat transformed into the recognized household name of Sonic....

Why You Recognize The ‘King Of Cold Cuts’ In Jimmy John’s Super Bowl Ad Facebook By Felix Behr/Feb. 4, 2021 1:18 pm EST During Super Bowl LV, Jimmy John’s, a growing fast food chain from Illinois, will unveil its first Super Bowl advertisement. The long-form trailer for the ad, which you can watch on YouTube, introduces the viewers to the absurdly wealthy, mafioso-styled Tony Bolognavich, the self-professed “King of Cold Cuts....

Can Carrots Really Turn Your Skin Orange? Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Feb. 21, 2021 7:37 pm EST There are all kinds of crazy rumors floating around when it comes to food. Many widely held beliefs, such as the rumor that coffee stunts your growth, eating chocolate makes acne worse, or that it takes seven years for your body to digest a piece of gum, have all been proven to be scientifically untrue, per Business Insider....

Cheesy Puffy Tacos Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/June 3, 2021 4:28 pm EST If you’re looking for a bit of a twist for your Taco Tuesday, then look no further than this recipe for cheesy puffy tacos. These babies are filled with ooey, gooey cheese that will be sure to satisfy both your belly and any cheese cravings you may have. Instead of using a tortilla to put the taco together, you’ll be using a puff pastry — a puff pastry plus lots of cheese that is, which will result in a massive hit for both kids and adults....

Costco Shoppers Are Raving About These Grass-Fed Polish Sausages Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Feb. 11, 2021 7:07 pm EST If the thought of eating processed hot dogs filled with mystery meat makes your stomach feel a little queasy, then Costco has just the product for you. They have now partnered up with certified humane Teton Waters Ranch to sell their 100-percent all-beef, uncured Polish Sausages. Teton Waters Ranch promises all their products contain only 100-percent grass-fed beef, with no unappetizing surprise ingredients....