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Giblets Vs Gizzards: What’s The Difference? Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: July 7, 2022 5:13 pm EST “Eye of newt, and toe of frog. Wool of bat, and tongue of dog. Gizzard of turkey, or is it a giblet? Could it be both? Let’s give it a nibblet.” Okay, so that’s not exactly how the witches’ incantation goes in Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” (via SparkNotes). But it’s easy to picture these witches throwing gizzards or giblets into their cauldron, along with the newt’s eye and the frog’s toe....

How Karens Are Changing Customer Service At Dunkin' Sorbis/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Aug. 20, 2022 7:00 pm EST It’s the early morning, and you’ve decided that what you need before you start another day of work is a donut and a coffee from Dunkin’. You pull up to the drive-thru, only to discover that there’s a line of cars ahead of you. So much for grabbing a quick pick-me-up, right? As you sit there in your car, you can’t help but wonder what is taking so long....

Is Starbucks Open On Easter Sunday 2022? Manu Padilla/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/March 14, 2022 11:13 am EST As Easter Sunday rolls around, many stores plan to close in order to observe the holiday. According to Good Housekeeping, a large swathe of grocery stores will take the day off, while other popular businesses plan to maintain limited hours. Meanwhile, restaurants like IHOP, McDonald’s, and Waffle House plan to keep their doors open and feed diners looking to grab a quick bite (per Country Living)....

Robert Irvine Is Now On Cameo, And The Support Is Pouring In Gary Gershoff/Getty By Lauren Cahn/April 28, 2022 4:00 pm EST What do celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan, actor Lou Diamond Phillips, and reality star Caitlyn Jenner all have in common? Each is available via Cameo to record a personalized video message for anyone willing to pay a fee (via Money). So, for example, if you want Chauhan to record your mom a happy birthday message, it will set you back about $100....

Sophia Bush Gets Ready For Earth Day With Planet Oat And One Tree Planted - Exclusive Interview Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock By Olivia Bria/April 18, 2022 10:04 am EST If there is one person who should promote earth month, it’s Sophia Bush. The “Chicago P.D.” actress is known for her prominent activism on a myriad of issues around the globe, especially when it comes to environmental initiatives. Now, Bush has paired up with Planet Oat and One Tree Planted to give back to the planet one tree at a time....

The Absolute Best Salads In The U.S. nesavinov/Shutterstock By David Lanzafame/Updated: May 3, 2022 6:46 pm EST Sometimes we can look down a menu filled with steak, burgers, and sandwiches, and realize that what our stomach is really craving is a delicious salad. Biting into a freshly made salad can feel like a cool, clean breath of fresh air that our bodies have been begging for. Too often, we think of salads as nothing more than a “health-conscious” alternative to something more filling and tasty....

The Best Simple Syrup, According To Science Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Katy Canada/July 4, 2022 1:41 pm EST Simple syrup is a bartender’s best friend, a barista’s bosom buddy, and a donut’s favorite topping. It’s the key to transforming lemons into lemonade. Not only are there tons of flavor options, but you can whip it up in a flash. And, it mixes well with other liquids, unlike some sweeteners like honey and agave....

The Bus Driver’s Candy Craving That Led To A Costly Mistake alexfan32/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/June 17, 2022 5:54 pm EST When you get on any sort of transportation, you’re placing a lot of faith in the driver. If you go into a taxi cab or a bus, you expect that the driver will deliver you to your destination safely and in one piece. While many bus drivers, we are sure, are very good, hard-working people, there have been times when passengers have been endangered by reckless behavior on part of their driver....

The Candy Creamer RHONJ’s Margaret Josephs Carries In Her Purse John Lamparski/Getty Images By Katy Canada/April 10, 2022 4:40 pm EST Margaret Josephs is as synonymous with her quirks as she is with her pigtails. Since she first appeared on the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” in 2017, the reality star has been marching to the beat of her own drum. Margaret describes herself on her website as a designer, entrepreneur, and lifestyle expert, but recently, she’s made a name for herself as a Real Housewife, inviting Bravo fans to witness her whimsy in all of its glory....

The Cookbook Padma Lakshmi Says Is Perfect For Black History Month Lev Radin/Shutterstock By Claire Schuh/Feb. 24, 2022 4:34 pm EST If there’s one person whose cookbook recommendations you can trust, it’s Padma Lakshmi. The “Top Chef” host, former model, author, and chef has so many interesting experiences in the world that one might trust her recommendations on just about anything! Lakshmi has always been vocal about the causes she believes in, like the benefits of a plant-based diet....

The In-N-Out Secret Menu Items You Need To Try George Rose/Getty Images By Laura Willcox AND Steven Luna/Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 10:49 am EST When it comes to famous fast food restaurants, In-N-Out definitely has a feverish fan base. According to the In-N-Out site, the California-based burger chain has been around since 1948, and was actually the state’s first drive-thru burger spot, where customers could easily get in and get out with an affordable, delicious cheeseburger....

The Intimidating Food Scam To Watch Out For On Vacation Mazur Travel/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Aug. 15, 2022 2:44 pm EST Going on vacation entails plenty of new experiences, and trying new foods is certainly one of them. Whether exploring Europe, enjoying the nightlife in Japan, or visiting as a foodie to the U.S., you’re bound to get a delicious experience you’ll never forget. But while many people you’ll meet may be friendly and welcoming, some have no problems conning a naïve tourist to make a quick buck....

The Little Debbie Tweet That Caused An Uproar The Image Party/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/April 19, 2022 4:57 pm EST We’ve been witness to some hilarious social media trends over the years, many of which, to our delight, the social media managers behind a few of our favorite brands have capitalized on. Remember when restaurants were hysterically calling out red flag behavior on Twitter? And who could forget about all of those savage tweets that Wendy’s fires off on National Roast Day every year?...

The Real Reason More Celebrities Are Opening Restaurants These Days Andrii Medvednikov/Shutterstock By Andrew Walser/June 20, 2022 11:49 am EST The restaurant industry is a notoriously tricky one to break into. Opening a new eatery is one challenge, while keeping it running is even more difficult, given that most restaurants fail within their first five years (via BinWise). Of course, this hasn’t stopped aspiring restaurateurs from chasing their dreams — including celebrities, who are increasingly throwing their hats into the restaurant-running ring....

The Secret History Of Breakfast Shutterstock By Andrew Wheeler/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:11 pm EST Whether you’re sitting down to a spread of pancakes, hash browns, bacon and eggs, or just grabbing a granola bar and a giant-sized coffee on your way into work, there’s a good chance you start every day with breakfast. After all, we’ve been told many times that it’s the most important meal of the day....

The Surprising Things You Didn’t Know Entenmann’s Makes Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 8:02 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Most people are familiar with Entenmann’s baked goods. Its chocolate cakes, pies, cookies and donuts have been staples in homes and at gatherings pretty much since the company was founded in New York City in 1898. For over 100 years, the company has delighted customers with its delicious baked goods that made it a household name....

Top Chef Kwame Onwuachi’s Favorite Easy Meal Is So Relatable Bryan Steffy/Getty Images By Rebecca Cherico/July 13, 2022 6:37 pm EST Chef Kwame Onwuachi is always surprising us with unexpected combinations and revelations. He’s declared that he follows his cravings (via GQ) when it comes to meals, and we’d love to come along for the ride, given that his eclectic palate includes so much variety. Onwuachi’s expertise has been informed by his professional training and experiences in his own restaurants (The Shaw Bijou and Kith/Kin) and those of others (Per Se, Eleven Madison Park) — and his memorable appearance on “Top Chef” in 2015 (per Yahoo Life)....

What You Should Do When You Have Too Many Cherry Tomatoes, According To Reddit New Africa/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/March 26, 2022 2:00 pm EST Let’s say your vegetable garden has been extra bountiful this year and you suddenly find yourself overrun with cherry tomatoes. While many people would think there are worse problems to have (a lack of cherry tomatoes, for instance), you really don’t want these bite-size red gems to go to waste....

Why Bobby Flay Doesn’t Care About Authenticity At His Restaurants Paul Morigi/Getty Images By Elise DeVoe/Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 9:28 am EST It’s a running joke on “Beat Bobby Flay” that the celebrity chef can’t go an episode without using some form of chili pepper. And Flay has immersed himself in several types of cuisine over the years. Southwestern food was the first stop on the Flay train. The “Throwdown” star brought the Southwestern flavors he learned working under restaurateur Jonathan Waxman to his first restaurant Mesa Grill, which opened in 1991 in New York City, per Insider....

Why Drive-Thru Workers May Be Able To Work From Home Soon art around me/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/April 5, 2022 2:19 pm EST The latest potential trend in drive-thrus has reached the attention of major news. On April 1, Today covered how labor shortage fast food companies face can be mitigated by having remote workers operate drive-thru windows. This is possible by installing a video software in the digital menu board of the drive-thru, making it possible for anyone anywhere can take orders....