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  • veggie burger with onions and cashews

    16 Ingredient Additions That Transform Your Veggie Burgers

    Veggie burgers have a bad reputation of being a bland alternative to beef, but if you know how to make them properly, they're just as good, if not better.

    By Sarah Moore 8 months ago Read More
  • A typical American salad bar with an abundance of fresh ingredients like lettuce, julienne carrots, bell pepper, and more

    The European Dining Tradition That May Have Inspired The American Salad Bar

    Walk into any restaurant or high-end grocery store and you're likely to see a salad bar. Here's where they have might originated.

    By Macy Sandel 8 months ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern and Anthony Bourdain pictured together

    Anthony Bourdain And Andrew Zimmern Agreed That This Fermented Dish Is One Of The Worst Tasting Foods

    It takes a pretty unique food to get multiple famous chefs to all say they can't stand it. Here's everything you need to know about the fermented dish.

    By Jackson Williams 8 months ago Read More
  • glass jar full of peanut butter surrounded by peanuts

    Old School Peanut Butter Bread Can Be Made Without Eggs, Butter, Or Vanilla

    This Depression-era bread recipe omits eggs, butter, and vanilla in favor of peanut butter, milk, and other ingredients more readily available at the time.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 8 months ago Read More
  • green leafy salad

    Chicories Vs Lettuces: What Sets These Greens Apart From Each Other?

    Whether you’re trying a new salad recipe, stacking a sandwich, or making a stir fry, it’s important to know the differences between lettuce and chicory.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 8 months ago Read More
  • Serving salad at dinner party

    How Many Ounces Of Salad Should You Have Per Person At Your Gathering?

    Not having enough salad at your gathering is nearly as bad as having too much. Here's how many ounces of salad per person you should prepare.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 8 months ago Read More
  • cup and spoon full of corn starch with bowl of corn kernels

    All-Purpose Flour Is One Of The Best Cornstarch Swaps, And Here's The Ratio To Make It Work

    If you usually use cornstarch to thicken your sauces, puddings, or pie fillings but you don't have any in the house, here's how much flour you'll need instead.

    By Samantha Boesch 8 months ago Read More
  • Lemonade glass with salt, herbs, fruit, and measuring tools

    14 Tips For Making The Best Lemonade You'll Be Drinking All Summer

    Lemonade is the quintessential summer drink, and it's easy to make at home. Try some of our hacks to make the most refreshing lemonade this summer.

    By Sara Klimek 8 months ago Read More
  • Cans of carnation evaporated milk stting on a store shelf

    How To Turn Leftover Evaporated Milk Into Regular Milk

    If you have leftover evaporated milk, it's tempting to toss it. Instead, use this ratio to dilute it so you can use it just like regular milk (almost).

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 8 months ago Read More
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    These Are Stanley Tucci's Favorite Cheese Shops Around The World

    One of Stanley Tucci's favorite foods is cheese, so it makes sense that he also has four favorite cheese shops from around the world that you should try.

    By Amy Andrews 8 months ago Read More
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    Move Over Pickleback — This Beefy Steak-Flavored Shot Is The New Party Stunt

    The liquid steak shot is going viral on social media, and while the beefy drink may sound bad to some, others enjoy it. Here's what to know, and how to make it.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 8 months ago Read More
  • an array of raw seafood dishes on display

    15 Raw Fish Dishes You Need To Try That Aren't Sushi

    There are more raw fish dishes worth trying that go well beyond sushi. Here are 15 options to consider when you want to expand your seafood palate.

    By Tysen Ling 8 months ago Read More
  • Cup of McDonald's coffee

    The Shady Reason McDonald's Original 1970s Coffee Stirrers Got Discontinued

    McDonald's and coffee have a long history. One smaller piece of that history is the fascinating reason McDonald's discontinued its coffee stirrers in the '70s.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • martha stewart speaks on stage at an event

    Martha Stewart Loves A Late Night Hot Dog From This NYC Institution

    Home and lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart has been a long-time fan of hot dogs, and this beloved NYC restaurant is her favorite spot for one when in the city.

    By Allie Fasanella 8 months ago Read More
  • vintage car with tray, milkshakes, and statue of Bob's Big Boy mascot

    The Downfall Of Bob's Big Boy Hamburgers, Explained

    Bob's Big Boy hamburgers may still be around, but it's as a shell of its former glory. Here's how the legendary chain fell so far from grace.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 months ago Read More
  • cafeteria plate with serving bowls and ladles

    The Now-Defunct Chain Restaurant That Was The First To Offer Cafeteria-Style Dining

    A restaurant opened in 1920 was the very first to offer its customers cafeteria meals, featuring a range of home-style menu items at a low price.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 months ago Read More
  • Circus peanuts close-up

    The Old School Dessert You Can Make With Circus Peanut Candies

    Circus peanuts are a much-debated candy, but this strange vintage dessert recipe you can make with circus peanuts will certainly turn heads.

    By Sara Traynor 8 months ago Read More
  • dish of lobster dip with pita chips

    New England Vs Maine Lobster Dip: What's The Difference?

    Lobster dip is always a rich, decadent way to enjoy a meal, but there are two main types you could make: New England and Maine. Here are their differences.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 months ago Read More
  • various Taco Bell items and packaging spread out on a counter

    The Vintage Fast Food Chain That Was Wiped Off The Map Thanks To Taco Bell

    Taco Bell didn't always exist. Before it took the world by storm, it had to wipe another vintage Mexican fast food chain off the map and take over the remains.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 months ago Read More
  • An illustrative image of a seedless watermelon slice on a blue background.

    Is There Such A Thing As A Naturally Seedless Watermelon?

    Seedless watermelons are an excellent summer treat, but they do beg the question of whether that seedlessness is a natural phenomenon or not.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 8 months ago Read More
  • Chicken, mashed potatoes, salad, juice, and rice on an airplane tray table

    When Do Airlines Serve Hot Meals — And What Do You Actually Get?

    Something that can make or break a flight — after making it to the airport on time, of course — is the food you'll be served while in the air.

    By Amanda Berkey 8 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of guacamole garnished with cilantro on plate with tortilla chips

    The '90s Introduced America To Guacamole — The Avocado Crush That Came Before Toast

    The 1990s saw Americans fall in love with guacamole as the tasty dip became ever more widespread and popular. But how and why did this happen?

    By A.J. Forget 8 months ago Read More
  • A headshot of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

    The Cookware Brand Gordon Ramsay Reps Is In Serious Trouble Over 'Nontoxic' Claims

    This cookware brand represented by Gordon Ramsay is in big trouble due to contentious nontoxic claims. Here is the latest on this class action lawsuit.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 8 months ago Read More
  • Andrew Zimmern smiling

    The Lesser-Known Type Of Vinegar Andrew Zimmern Uses Daily

    Celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern, best known to TV audiences as the host of "Bizarre Foods," recommends this uniquely citrusy vinegar.

    By Jennifer Magid 8 months ago Read More
  • a boy grabbing food from the frozen section

    Do All Frozen Foods Have Preservatives?

    In today's health-conscious world, many people are more aware of what's in their food. And you might be wondering if all frozen foods have preservatives.

    By Sean Pagnotti 8 months ago Read More
  • A block of raw ground beef on butcher's paper with fresh tomatoes in the background

    14 Old-School Ground Beef Dishes No One Seems To Make Anymore

    Recipes go in and out of fashion and many once-popular classics end up forgotten. These old-school ground beef dishes have all but vanished from kitchens today.

    By Stephanie Mee 8 months ago Read More
  • Bowl with clarified butter, bowl with lobster meat and bowl with shells

    How To Properly Crack And Eat A Whole Lobster

    Whether you are preparing another dish or want to dip it in melted butter, this step-by-step guide will help you learn how to crack open a lobster like a pro.

    By Ksenia Prints 8 months ago Read More
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