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The Tragic Aldi Destruction That Left At Least Two People Dead Eric Glenn/Shutterstock By Maria Faller/May 23, 2022 10:06 am EST When it comes to the popular German grocer, typically, you’ll find news related to great finds, terrific deals, and Aldi cult followings, however, the chain is now making headlines for a very different reason. On Friday, May 20, a tornado with winds of up to 150 mph pummeled through Gaylord, Michigan, ripping apart a local Aldi store (per USA Today)....

The Tuna Salad Ingredient You Should Consider Swapping Out Ale02/Shutterstock By Katy Canada/March 1, 2022 10:54 am EST Tuna salad may be an inexpensive and quick lunchtime fix, but it’s anything but a one-trick pony. Whether piled between bread slices for a sandwich, wrapped up in lettuce, or heaped on a spoon, there are a myriad of methods for serving tuna salad. There’s also no shortage of variations when it comes to preparing the dish....

The Untold Truth Of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Asphaze/Wikipedia By Lauren Cusimano AND Adam Swierk/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 11:03 am EST Whether or not you’ve been to a Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, you’ve probably heard of the fast-growing chain, their tasty chicken, and their much-loved sauce. But no matter how many times you’ve feasted on their offerings, you probably don’t know the story of the quick-serve chain. Turns out, the history behind Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is about as long as the line at the drive-up at any suburban location....

Valerie Bertinelli Is Adorably Excited About Her NBC Pilot, Hungry Manny Hernandez/Getty By Molly Clark/Updated: March 17, 2022 9:48 am EST Production is hurrying along on NBC’s new comedy series, “Hungry,” which centers around a group of friends facing challenges with food and supporting each other as they navigate through life’s trials and tribulations (via Deadline). Deadline has reported that the show will star Ariel Winter of “Modern Family” fame, who will replace Demi Lovato in the lead role after they stepped down from the role due to scheduling issues but will stay on as an executive producer....

What Are The Differences Between Anise And Fennel? nblx/Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/April 29, 2022 5:49 pm EST One of the more polarizing flavors, the licorice-y notes of fennel and anise tend to be either deeply cherished or entirely avoided. Most tend to conflate the two, though, referring to fennel and anise interchangeably. What exactly is the difference, if there is one at all? It gets a bit tricky, so buckle in....

What You Don’t Know About Dave Portnoy Paul Morigi/Getty Images By Jacob Smith/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 10:57 am EST Dave Portnoy is a controversial figure. Some view him as an arrogant narcissist who belittles others and adds fuel to the raging bro culture fire (via NBC News). Others hold Portnoy in high esteem for his business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and unfiltered way of talking (per Valiant CEO). Despite the fact that Portnoy is the media landscape’s marmite — you either love him or hate him — there are a few people who can see both sides of the Portnoy coin....

Why One UK Student Might Have Lost Out On GBP10,000 After Eating A Cadbury Creme Egg Craig Russell/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/March 15, 2022 11:43 am EST Earlier in 2022, Cadbury decided to channel the spirit of Willy Wonka and initiated a contest where winners could find special Cadbury Creme Eggs hidden across grocery stores in the U.K. and Iceland, per Delish. Anyone who discovers the special eggs, which feature a mix of half white and half milk chocolate, can trade in the uneaten chocolates for up to £10,000....

Why People Eat Hamantaschen For Purim Oksana Mizina/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/March 2, 2022 2:02 pm EST Hamantaschen are inextricably linked with the festivities of Purim, which will be observed between the sunset of March 16 and through the 17th. The name directly translates as Haman’s pockets and are eaten as a sign of disrespect to Haman who wanted to wipe out the Jewish people, per Food and Wine. Specifically, you are supposed to be biting into Hamans favorite hat, which the three cornered pastry resembles....

10 Best Substitutes For Gelatin Bloomberg/Getty Images By Holly Riddle/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:25 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gelatin — that prerequisite ingredient for jello desserts and occasionally found in baking and sauce recipes — is, for many home cooks, not terribly familiar. What exactly is it? How is it made? Is it really made from animal bits? Well, yes. Gelatin, as PopSugar explains, is a form of collagen that’s derived from animal parts, typically from cows and pigs....

40% Agree This Is The Best Sandwich At Burger King ungvar/Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/May 17, 2022 8:50 am EST Among fast food retail analysts, Burger King has a reputation for putting lots of energy into targeting the younger generations by coming up with irreverent, if gimmicky, one-off marketing campaigns, and in relatively rapid-fire succession (per CNN). “They’ve really focused a lot on marketing, product development, and menu innovation,” GlobalData Retail’s Managing Director, Neil Saunders told CNN of the fast food giant....

51% Would Want This Fast Food Restaurant To Cater Their Wedding Reception LightField Studios/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/March 23, 2022 11:43 am EST Wedding costs are just crazy these days — in 2022, the average cost has grown to $27,000, more than enough to cover the cost of a new car. If this is way out of your budget but you don’t want to wait another 20 years to tie the knot, you can always cut a few corners here and there....

A Feast Of Traditional Foods Marks The End Of Ramadan Dina Saeed/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/April 3, 2022 8:59 am EST Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and it’s most notable for being observed by a month of holy fasting (via Time). During Ramadan, Muslims and all who observe Ramadan abstain from eating or drinking during the daylight hours, breaking fast with iftar, a meal taken only after the sun has set....

Costco Shoppers Are Excited For The Return Of A Fan-Favorite Wine Alexander_Kuzmin/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/May 6, 2022 10:49 am EST Classy, complex, and exquisite, nothing beats a glass of wine at the end of a long hard week. Whether you are splitting a bottle of merlot at a romantic dinner or enjoying a refreshing glass of rosé at an afternoon picnic, there’s a type of wine that’s suited for every occasion (via Her Campus)....

Easy Seven Layer Salad Recipe Michelle McGlinn/Mashed By Michelle McGlinn AND Mashed Staff/July 25, 2022 2:23 pm EST If you’re looking for a little taste of the Midwest, you’ll want to give this easy seven layer salad recipe a try. As the title suggests, you’ll build this dish in layers, and when it comes time to serve, you’ll toss all of those layers together, ensuring that each diner has a little bit of everything....

Grocery Store Cold Brew Coffees, Ranked Worst To Best rblfmr/Shutterstock By Molly Delmore/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 12:10 pm EST Nothing is more refreshing as the weather gets warmer than an icy cold brew coffee enjoyed in the morning. With iced beverages, specifically iced coffee, we recognize a big issue, however, as you may face a watered-down drink that tastes more like water than coffee. Cold brew saves the day with a more concentrated flavor but the same deliciousness as your favorite coffee shop’s iced treat....

Here’s What Jack Harlow Actually Orders From KFC DFree/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/March 27, 2022 12:16 pm EST On March 24, KFC debuted Jack Harlow’s Kentucky Fried Favorites. The Grammy-nominated rapper grew up eating KFC and according to the press release, the two are said to be “Already Best Friends.” The press release explains that the selected menu items are Harlow’s “go-to’s,” so there is not a new item or combo, simply a new subsection of the menu informing customers that these items happen to be the favorites of KFC’s celebrity collaborator....

How These Celeb Chefs Became So Famous Dan Kitwood/Getty Images By Jacob Smith/June 22, 2022 3:30 pm EST Although a ubiquitous part of modern society, the role of the celebrity chef is still somewhat undefinable. Of course, they are cooks, but in order to sustain their success celebrity chefs cannot rely on gastronomic talent alone. They must also be enigmatic presenters, economic-minded entrepreneurs, and culturally-savvy individuals (via The International Journal of Hospitality Management)....

Is This Why The Price Of Beef Keeps Increasing? Bloomberg/Getty Images By Crystal Antonace/July 5, 2022 1:27 pm EST While there are obvious price discrepancies in beef cuts, if you live in the United States, the price you are currently paying for beef, whether you’re buying ground or filet mignon, is much higher than five years ago. While supply and demand variations are expected each year, prices in the meat market began going haywire at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020....

Krispy Kreme Has A Sweet Deal For Graduating Seniors Facebook By Lucy Maddox/May 19, 2022 5:44 pm EST The last week of May is approaching, which for some families can only mean one thing: graduation season is here. Whether you are finally done with high school or college, graduation is an incredible milestone that’s worth commemorating. Exams are done, and the only thing left to do is enjoy yourself and have fun!...

Mountain Dew Is Bringing Back A Fan-Favorite Flavor After A Decade rohaizadabu/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/May 24, 2022 12:43 pm EST If you asked most people what Mountain Dew tastes like, you might not get a straight answer. That’s because, though the original Mountain Dew taste is citrusy and sugary thanks to orange juice, corn syrup, and plenty of caffeine, these days the soda comes in tons of different varieties. The company has created new Mountain Dew flavors at restaurant chains like Buffalo Wild Wings, and Baja Blast is always on tap at Taco Bell....