The Popular Fast Food Chain That Also Happens To Be One Of The Largest Toy Distributors
While many fast food chains offer toys with their meals, there's one brand that sells so many, they're one of the biggest distributors around.
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How Much Lead Is In Costco's Brand Of Cinnamon?
Costco shoppers love to hit up the bulk retailer for all kinds of products, including spices. But were you aware of how much lead is in the brand's cinnamon?
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The Tequila Cocktail Favored By Mick Jagger
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How Bourbon Got Its Name
We take for granted that things that exist today were once unnamed new products. For instance, bourbon came about in the late 1700s. Here's how it got its name.
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Whether you have a store-bought ice cream cake or a homemade one, it needs time to thaw before it's ready to eat. How long depends on the size and flavor.
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How Maker's Mark Bourbon Got Its Iconic Red Wax Drip
Maker's Mark bourbon's iconic red wax drip was the idea of one of the original founders of the company who also happened to be a trailblazing woman.
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White bread may not fill your dreams with flavor and texture. But after we spoke with an expert, we discovered this great tip that vastly improves the recipe.
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Hot sauce isn't for everyone. If you want a simple, flavorful substitute for this fiery condiment, try reaching for a jar of leftover pickle brine.
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If you're a fan of the Black Russian or its creamier cousin the White Russian, then you're already deeply acquainted with this kitchen liqueur staple.
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St. Louis has been quietly slicing its bagels very differently from the rest of us. Then, one tweet shocked the world, and the implications may be a revolution.
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The Reason McDonald's Hot Dogs Were Probably Never Going To Last
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Bourdain admitted "New Yorkers have strong opinions" about the best pizzerias. But he swore by one restaurant, and he wasn't alone.
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In this "You're Doing It All Wrong" video, Chowhound recipe developer Ksenia Prints points out the mistakes you're probably making when whipping up an omelet.
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Dark chocolate is sometimes touted as healthier than its white counterpart, but studies have also found it contains higher lead and cadmium levels.
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