Fajitas Were Originally Only Made With This Meat DronG/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Aug. 18, 2021 2:20 pm EST When you order fajitas in a Mexican restaurant today –- or any restaurant, for that matter -– chances are, you’ll have your choice of chicken, shrimp, or even veggie fajitas. It’s also likely that the beef fajitas are made with the cheapest cut of beef available, which is why you should maybe order something else from the menu....
How Chopped Fans Really Feel About Alton’s Maniacal Baskets Paras Griffin/Getty Images By Molly Harris/July 30, 2021 12:27 pm EST “Chopped” never ceases to surprise viewers with the unexpected mystery basket items that the talented chefs on the show whip up into amazing dishes. However, when “Chopped: Alton’s Maniacal Baskets,” a special version of the cooking competition, premiered in June 2021, the entire show reached an entirely new level of bizarre....
How Joe Biden Really Feels About The Restaurant Industry Labor Shortage Shutterstock By Lisa Curran Matte/July 23, 2021 12:09 pm EST The impact of the pandemic on the collective psyche of America’s restaurant workers is causing a wave of anxiety among business owners waking up to the fact that paying below minimum wage with a promise of lucrative tips doesn’t cut it anymore. As reported by Grub Street, President Joe Biden didn’t pull any punches when, during Wednesday’s town hall-style meeting televised by CNN, audience member John Lanni, a restaurant owner, asked Biden how his administration plans to “incentivize those that haven’t returned to work yet....
How Much Caffeine Does Regular Mountain Dew Really Have? Shutterstock By Neala Broderick/May 15, 2021 12:48 pm EST Most people either can’t live without Mountain Dew or want nothing to do with it. The alarming color of the soda, which almost seems like something out of a cartoon, is likely the first thing to put people off, but the next may be the copious amounts of sugar and caffeine. We know that soda gives us quite the sugar high, but if Mountain Dew is your pop of choice, it may not just be the sugar making you zoom....
Mistakes Everyone Makes When Searing Meat Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Aug. 12, 2021 3:59 pm EST The differences between a well-cooked piece of meat and a poorly-cooked piece of meat are stark — and one of the key things that makes a well-cooked piece of meat stand out from a lesser option? The sear. Often overlooked by new cooks, or sometimes skipped over for the sake of time or to save on dirty dishes, the searing process is oh-so-important, whether you’re cooking up a fine steak or searing some beef bits for a stew....
Nutritionist Picks Apart Burger King’s Unhealthiest Menu Item Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images By Maria Scinto/March 24, 2021 3:54 am EST Nutritionist and chef Serena Poon, who founded the wellness website Serena Loves and also markets a line of supplements called Just Add Water, is no fan of fast food – no surprise, considering the line of business she’s in. Had Mashed asked her to pick out the best meal you could eat at Burger King, a chain not known for its healthy options, she might have struggled to come up with anything more exciting than a plain side salad, no dressing....
Paul Hollywood’s Surprising Hobby Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images By Karen Hart/May 17, 2021 10:43 am EST Paul Hollywood has built his reputation as a tough judge on “The Great British Baking Show.” In fact, he has even been dubbed a “shark but with less mercy,” which could easily translate to the fact that he likes bakery items to taste and look a certain way, and for good reason. The bar of excellence is bound to be pretty high when you consider Hollywood’s resume....
Recipes That Will Make Peanut Butter Lovers Rejoice Everywhere Shutterstock By Kristin Danley-Greiner/March 29, 2021 12:37 pm EST From dips to cookies, and granola bars to desserts, protein-filled peanut butter has such an amazing versatility. Peanut butter pairs well straight out of the jar with apples, slathered on each slice for a healthy snack. It spruces up a bitter stalk of celery, and even goes well in smoothies. Heck, who hasn’t ever eaten a peanut butter and jelly sandwich (unless there’s an allergy involved)?...
Robert Irvine’s Method For Perfectly Fried Eggs Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Lauren Rothman/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 6:59 pm EST When it comes to cooking, sometimes the dishes and methods that seem the simplest are actually some of the most complicated. Take, for example, rice. You’d think every cook has mastered this most basic of side dishes, right? But actually, it’s notoriously difficult to turn out fluffy rice that’s neither undercooked and crunchy nor overcooked and mushy....
Sparkling Water Brands, Ranked Worst To Best Shutterstock By Samantha Maxwell/Updated: April 30, 2021 8:34 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Back in the day, soda ruled our world. Whether you were more of a Sprite or 7Up drinker or you preferred good old-fashioned cola (we won’t start talking about the Coke vs. Pepsi wars here), there was something about those bubbly drinks that you couldn’t resist....
The Great British Baking Show’s Kim-Joy Is Releasing A Board Game. Here’s What We Know Shutterstock By Molly Harris/July 22, 2021 12:55 pm EST Avid fans of “The Great British Baking Show” likely remember Kim-Joy, a whimsical former contestant known for her use of bright colors and cute character creations. Joy had to have been among the most creative and imaginative contestants on the competitive baking show, and that momentum hasn’t slowed since her season ended....
The Ground Turkey Brand Restaurant Stakeout’s Willie Degel Swears By Jim Spellman/Getty Images By Emily Cappiello/May 20, 2021 5:02 pm EST Picture this: You’re in the supermarket trying to pick up some ground turkey for your latest recipe, but you’re inundated by all of the brands that are on the market. You scan the labels for something that stands out and can help you make a decision because you need this meal to be a masterpiece on the table....
The Only Ina Garten Dish Her Husband Jeffrey Has Ever Disliked Sonia Moskowitz/Getty Images By Molly Harris/April 30, 2021 12:55 pm EST If there’s anything fans of Ina Garten might envy as much as her kitchen or her dinner parties, it might be Garten’s marriage to her husband Jeffrey. They’ve been married for more than 50 years, and they’ve known each other since Ina was just 15 years old (via Insider)....
The Real Reason Aldi UK Will Be Celebrating Christmas In June Shutterstock By Hanna Claeson/May 6, 2021 2:27 pm EST Aldi UK is gearing up to celebrate Christmas in June and we have just two questions: what’s wrong with Aldi in the United States, and why do UK shoppers get to have all the fun? Aldi announced its festive initiative on Facebook on May 4, giving shoppers about a month and a half to prepare for the big date....
The Restaurant Nicki Minaj Was Fired From Before Fame Shutterstock By Olivia Bria/Aug. 3, 2021 5:39 pm EST Who knew a rap mogul had experience in the food industry or, more specifically, the fast-food industry?! Turns out, before becoming famous, superstar Nicki Minaj had a job that many people experience in their life — waitressing. We will give you a hint as to which restaurant Minaj worked at by listing one of its popular menu items: Cheddar Bay Biscuits....
The Sad Truth About Masaharu Morimoto’s Childhood Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/May 22, 2021 10:27 am EST Chef Masaharu Morimoto is quite iconic. According to his official website, the chef has hustled hard to become successful in the food industry. His most loved venture is his chain of restaurants, with establishments in Philadelphia, India, Mexico City, Las Vegas, Japan, Orlando, and more. His biggest strength? The chef is not afraid to experiment and combine both Japanese and Western cuisines to create a unique blend of dishes....
The Sweet Detail You Didn’t Know About Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt’s Wedding Cake Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Aug. 4, 2021 10:38 am EST When actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie met on the set of the movie “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” in 2004, sparks flew between them immediately according to Harper’s BAZAAR. It wasn’t long after that it was revealed the two were not only lovers on-screen but also in real life....
The Untold Truth Of Sugar Rush Instagram By Hope Ngo/Updated: July 5, 2021 11:01 am EST There are unscripted baking shows for semi-pro and home bakers (The Great British Bake Off) and baking shows for newbies and non-bakers (we’re looking at you, Nailed It!). Then there’s Sugar Rush, the Netflix show that pits four teams of professional bakers in a three-round competition for a chance to win $10,000. The rounds are designed to give bakers a chance to show off their best skills in cupcake-, confection-, and cake-making; bakers are given two hours to make and decorate their cupcakes before moving into confection....
This Is How Many Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives Restaurants That Have Closed Steve Jennings/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: July 7, 2021 11:16 am EST Guy Fieri’s Food Network TV show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” has been captivating audiences for many years. As per Insider, a lot of hard work goes on behind the scenes to create the show. (It took the crew 21 days to finalize its first episode, and even after having it down to a science, they still need at least two days on average to finish shooting each episode....
What You Didn’t Know About Jelly Belly’s Candy Line For Athletes Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/May 30, 2021 10:07 pm EST If you have a sweet tooth, you likely have your go-to sugary snack. For some, it’s chocolate, whether it be a Snickers bar, a few Reese’s Cups, or a handful of Hershey’s Kisses. For others, it’s baked goods, whether it be a slice of cake, a frosted donut, or a chewy brownie....
