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The Secret To Making The Perfect Fried Chicken Sandwich At Home Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: March 2, 2021 10:08 am EST When you want to dig into a fried chicken sandwich, you have found yourself in a serious situation; the chicken sandwich industry has been on fire lately, in part thanks to the chicken sandwich war. According to NBC, Popeyes estimated that each of their stores sold 1,000 fried chicken sandwiches a day when they first launched their signature chicken sandwich that kicked off the war back in 2019....

The Truth About Terry Matthews From BBQ Brawl Season 2 Instagram By Felix Behr/Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 4:19 pm EST On the website of the BBQ Daddy, the title under which Terry Matthews operates, there’s an announcement that the chef will return to Food Network for the 2nd season of “BBQ Brawl,” which will premiere on June 14 at 9 p.m. Outside of this triumphant return to Food Network, Terry Matthews runs a catering service in Phoenix, Arizona called QFire, which offers BBQ menus for your special occasions....

The Untold Truth Of Bahama Breeze Shutterstock By Taylor Huang/Updated: Aug. 12, 2021 12:41 pm EST Bahama Breeze is famously known for its Caribbean-inspired cuisine, with dishes on its original International Drive menu ranging from a Jerk Shrimp Pineapple Bowl to a Jamaican Stuffed Plantain Bowl. Its first location was opened in Orlando, Florida in 1996 by Darden Restaurants, a restaurant operator that also owns brands including Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse....

The Untold Truth Of Giada De Laurentiis Getty Images By Lauren Schumacker AND Karen Miner/Updated: June 22, 2021 9:26 am EST Whether you love her dearly or love to hate her — or maybe a mixture of both — chances are you know who Giada De Laurentiis is. Giada De Laurentiis is one of Food Network’s best-loved stars. She rose to fame in 2003, when her first TV show, Everyday Italian, premiered on Food Network....

The Wild Story Behind The Burger King Mascot Evan Agostini/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Updated: June 1, 2021 5:32 pm EST You might remember that brief moment in 2011 when Burger King dethroned its mascot by turning the chain’s focus to the food itself (via Forbes). But that didn’t last long, and now the creepy, big-headed king is back on Burger King’s ads. While you all know the chain’s mascot and the odd juxtaposition of the large plastic head on a normal human body, the story behind the mascot is even more bizarre than you might imagine....

These Are The Best Alternatives To Safely Grill Indoors Shutterstock By Lauren David/May 3, 2021 8:55 am EST Grilling may mark the summer season, but there are times when we may crave or be in the mood for delicious grilled steak or skewered chicken over an open flame. If you’ve ever contemplated bringing an outdoor barbecue inside, whether it’s a small, transportable one or a huge grill on wheels, you don’t need to think about it anymore; it’s a definite no because of the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

This City Is Famous For Mini Hot Dogs Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Aug. 2, 2021 4:04 pm EST While eating ten mini hot dogs inside ten mini hot dog buns might not seem like an easy or even a possible feat for some, for the people of Troy, New York, it’s just another lunch out (per First We Feast). You see, this upstate town just north of the state’s capital is famous for its mini hot dogs, made by local butchers and served in adorable matching three-inch buns....

This Is Why Cinnabon’s Cinnamon Rolls Are So Delicious Facebook By Karen Miner/Updated: Sept. 2, 2021 10:19 pm EST Fact: Cinnabon locations nationwide sell more than 8,000 cinnamon rolls every hour (yes, hour) during the Thanksgiving travel season (as of 2014). That means that in just five days, from the Wednesday before the holiday to the Sunday after it, over 1 million of the ooey gooey treats get gobbled up by drooling travelers....

This Simple Trick Will Take Your White Chocolate To The Next Level Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/July 22, 2021 2:55 pm EST Many chocolate lovers have strong feelings about preferring either the bitter, slightly floral dark chocolate or its creamy, sweet milk chocolate counterpart. White chocolate often gets overlooked as something that, well, doesn’t really taste all that much like chocolate. It’s often those cloying sweet notes that emerge from a piece of white chocolate rather than any complexity in flavor....

TikTok Is Loving This UK Restaurant’s Sweet Birthday Gesture Drazen Zigic/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Updated: Aug. 18, 2021 7:12 pm EST Even the simplest random acts of kindness can make the biggest difference in someone’s day — or perhaps even their life. It’s always heartwarming to see people go out of their way to make somebody smile, even if they are total strangers to one another. Whether it’s a sincere compliment, a gift, or a gesture that means the world, even if only for a brief moment, it’s always worth it....

You May Want To Think Twice Before Ordering Fried Zucchini At Carl’s Jr. Facebook By Chase Shustack/Aug. 14, 2021 12:00 pm EST When you think of trying to be more health-conscious, you might think of the old stereotype in which you forsake an actual dinner for a plate of unseasoned steamed vegetables and feeling pretty miserable about it. A green salad without dressing. Of course, we can find ways to work around this and enjoy some healthy eating without sacrificing flavor or starving ourselves....

Buy in smaller batches for a better coffee Costco Better Be named Costco’s ground coffee as one of their top picks to skip at the store, which may have you scratching your head, considering the glowing reviews. The website explains that while you might save some money buying in bulk, there’s still a cost to be wary of: flavor. According to Full Coffee Roast, the caffeine content will remain unaffected, no matter how much coffee you’re purchasing....

Aldi Just Added Two More Hummus Flavors Instagram By Audrey Michels/April 20, 2021 12:50 pm EST Hummus is a classic dip, and for very good reason. It’s about as versatile as any dip can be and goes well with a multitude of different flavors and dippers. Not convinced? Take a look at the constantly changing hummus offerings from Aldi! The popular discount supermarket regularly releases new hummus flavors to keep shoppers on their toes, and the two latest might surprise you: green curry and sweet chili!...

Aldi’s Newest Coffee Flavor Is Perfect For Blueberry Lovers Shutterstock By Molly Harris/March 30, 2021 3:58 pm EST There are few things better than waking up to the smell of fresh blueberry muffins baking in the oven. While you might prefer bacon or coffee first, blueberry muffins definitely make the top 10 list for many. That’s why some coffees, including those at Aldi, are now coming in more interesting and unusual flavors....

Andrew Zimmern’s Diner Go-To Order Is Surprisingly Simple Rick Kern/Getty Images By Karen Hart/Aug. 16, 2021 11:00 am EST Vacations and travel bring out the gluttonous kid in all of us. Diets be damned, we are more likely to eat foods we shy away from when we are doing the daily grind. Local diners and their regional specialties, along with fast food restaurants like Chick-fil-a and Wendy’s are must stops on many a traveler’s road trip....

Burger King Could Be Bringing Back Its Famous Crown-Shaped Nuggets Shutterstock By Sara Cagle/May 18, 2021 1:22 pm EST Everybody has a favorite chicken nugget shape. You may be a lover of dino nuggets, and have a particular fondness for the stegosaurus or the triceratops. You could be partial to White Castle’s chicken rings. Or maybe you’re a McDonald’s loyalist, a steadfast fan of the chain’s scientifically engineered bell, ball, boot, and bone-shaped McNuggets (via Mental Floss)....

Does Hot Sauce Ever Expire? Drew Angerer/Getty Images By Naomi Kennedy/June 16, 2021 12:55 pm EST How much hot sauce is too much hot sauce? If you’re not a fan of spicy foods, one bottle might be your answer. But if you’re someone that proudly labels themselves a “chilihead,” you could probably borrow the iconic line from “Mean Girls” for your response and say that “the limit does not exist.” There’s a seemingly endless number of hot sauces on the market these days, from your classic grocery store brands to the fancy, artisanal varieties, each of which brings with them a unique flavor and, of course, a different level of heat....

Don’t Believe This Myth About MSG Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/June 25, 2021 11:43 am EST Chinese food ranks quite high up there on the list of great takeout foods. However, there’s an age-old tale that Chinese food, in America at least, contains MSG, and MSG is the cause of everything bad — headaches, asthma, brain damage, weight gain, you name it (via Healthline). The Merriam-Webster dictionary even has a term for it....

Duke’s New Beer Collab Is Designed To Pair Perfectly With Mayo Instagram By Felix Behr/Aug. 19, 2021 1:48 pm EST In collaboration with the Champion Brewing Company, Duke’s Mayonnaise has created a beer to pair with their mayo. As far as such products go, this one makes sense. People love a beer that heightens the taste of their favorite foods — as WebstaurantStore points out, there are beers that pair with burgers, salads, and spicy foods....

Pizza Hut Was Once Delivered To Space Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Jan. 23, 2021 12:06 pm EST It was a different time in 2001. Gas cost $1.49 a gallon, Wikipedia was new, and Ocean’s 11 was a hot new film (via The People History). It was also a time where some lucky Russian cosmonauts got a favorite treat in outer space: Pizza Hut (via Space Ref). In a pizza first, and also probably a pizza last, the pie-makers at Pizza Hut sent a custom-made 6-inch personal salami pizza to the International Space Station (ISS)....