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Eva Longoria Shares Cooking Tips And How You Could Win $50,000 From Pillsbury - Exclusive Interview Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Erica Andrews/July 21, 2022 11:14 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While most of us would recognize the stunning Eva Longoria from her iconic role as Gabrielle on the “Desperate Housewives,” the actress has been busy since her time on the hit ABC show. She’s earned a masters agree, written a cookbook, started a tequila brand, produced and directed multiple shows, and continues to act....

Flash-Fried Snow Peas Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Updated: July 21, 2022 11:23 am EST So you’ve got the rice cooked to perfection, the meat is minutes away from being ready, the table is set, and the kids are ravenous, but … you forgot to make a veggie?! It happens to the best of us; we’re all busy and spread pretty thin, right? And besides, there’s no problem here, at least not if you’ve got some snow peas in the fridge and few basic pantry staples....

Geoffrey Zakarian Explains His Special Connection To Harry & David - Exclusive Jason Koerner/Getty Images By Molly Harris/March 22, 2022 1:12 pm EST Fans of Geoffrey Zakarian might know him for the many restaurants he has opened or redesigned over the years (something he will take up a notch with the debut of his new Food Network show, “Big Restaurant Bet”) — or they might recognize him from the series, “The Kitchen....

Giada De Laurentiis’ Boyfriend Struggling To Make Her Food Is Hilariously Relatable s_bukley/Shutterstock By Melissa Campana/Aug. 28, 2022 10:45 am EST You know that feeling when your partner is a high-profile professional chef, and you have to make them some food? Yeah, so does Shane Farley, Giada De Laurentiis’ long-time partner and first-time cooker. In fairness to him, Farley is a television producer by trade and actually met De Laurentiis under just those premises back in 2013, according to People....

How The Traditional Greek Frappe Was Invented Purely By Accident Ioannis7/Shutterstock By Maria Aguirre/June 29, 2022 7:23 pm EST The lucky foodies who have been to Greece may crave authentic gyros, moussakas, and tasteful seafood once in a while. And those who have experienced long summer days there may be familiar with the joys of having a refreshing Greek frappe. Coffee is praised in this European country, and its version of a frappe is famous for its frothiness and simplicity....

How To Majorly Upgrade Your Pasta Sauce Goskova Tatiana/Shutterstock By Jennifer Amos/July 22, 2022 3:46 pm EST Consisting of a few simple ingredients, spaghetti with marinara sauce is arguably one of the easiest meals to cook, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Of course, you can make your own pasta and add meat or veggies; however, the sauce is what really brings everything together. Marinara is one of the most popular pasta sauces and has quite the history....

Memorial Day 2022 Restaurant Deals You Need To Know About Rimma Bondarenko/Shutterstock By Alex Darus/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 12:11 pm EST Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. The holiday is in remembrance of soldiers who have died in war and a way to honor their sacrifices. Memorial Day is full of traditions that usually include cookouts, cold beverages, and enjoying the nice weather. In tandem with both the spirit of the long weekend and the traditions that come with it, many active military members, veterans, and their families can snag amazing deals at many popular restaurants....

Michelin’s First Florida Guide Features A Variety Of Cuisines Margaret.Wiktor/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/June 16, 2022 11:45 am EST Disney World, alligators, oranges, and bizarre crimes committed by the most bizarre people, such as the legendary “Florida Man.” These are just some of things that come to mind when you think of Florida. Florida, despite being known for its vast orange fields and the House of Mouse, actually has an impressive culinary scene much like New York and San Francisco....

The 10 Best Things We Ate And Drank At Disneyland’s Food & Wine Festival Carly Caramanna/Mashed By Carly Caramanna/Updated: March 17, 2022 8:49 pm EST Some people visit Disneyland — the pinnacle of Walt Disney’s creations — for a spin on Space Mountain or a photo in front of the iconic castle. We, on the other hand, visit to ingest copious amounts of delicious foodie creations. From Disney’s hand-dipped corn dogs to the impressive QuesaBirria (we are in California, after all!...

The Adorable Cakes Million Dollar Listing’s Ryan Serhant Celebrated His Daughter’s 3rd Birthday With Facebook By Kate Hagan Gallup/March 1, 2022 11:35 am EST For “Million Dollar Listing New York” host Ryan Serhant, a “million dollar party” for his adored 3-year-old daughter’s birthday is only to be expected. While they probably spent a little less than 7 figures on the bash, it’s clear that the Serhant family spared no expense to celebrate their tiny joy in a recent rainbow-filled party extravaganza....

The Huge Price Smithfield Foods Is Paying To Settle A Lawsuit rblfmr/Shutterstock By Amberly Mckee/July 7, 2022 11:31 am EST According to Vox, the price of groceries has inflated 11% since April 2021, with meat and animal-based products suffering the largest hit. This leaves shoppers, even Walmart customers, battling inflation all throughout America. Chicken has a reported inflation of 16.4%, beef and veal at 14.3%, and pork at 13.7%. Eggs have seen the highest price increase in the past year, rising 22....

The Price Of A Beer At The PGA Championship Will Knock You Over Scott Halleran/Getty Images By Karen Hart/May 21, 2022 8:47 am EST Beer and golf go together like Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra and per Golf, the two gentlemen from the Rat Pack are the reason why beer carts exist. The publication explains that when Martin and Sinatra would go golfing in Las Vegas, they would only play 18 holes if adult beverages were provided to keep them “hydrated....

The Real Reason You Keep Ruining Your Lasagna Dina Photo Stories/Shutterstock By Jennifer Mathews/May 18, 2022 10:18 am EST Lasagna falls into the category of baked pasta recipes (or casseroles, to some), which includes the delicious crew of manicotti (pronounced “mani-gawt” in New York), baked ziti, mac and cheese, and other yummy derivatives. Although you may only think of lasagna as a cold-weather meal, there are many reasons to consider it a year-round favorite — beyond those layers and layers of gooey goodness....

The Sam’s Club Crab Legs That Are Captivating TikTok Foodio/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/Aug. 27, 2022 4:11 pm EST There are plenty of lists out there for what and what not to buy from bulk stores like Sam’s Club and Costco. According to Insider, Costco’s bulk meat and seafood got the professional chef’s seal of approval, and if people have leftovers, they can just freeze them. Sam’s Club also has a decent variety of seafood, with many of the options being in the freezer section....

The Secret To Patti LaBelle’s Family Mac ‘N’ Cheese Josh Brasted/Getty Images By Karen Hart/July 7, 2022 10:11 am EST You’ve probably heard it before, but it bears repeating: Macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Whether it’s Kraft Macaroni & Cheese or the homemade variety, there’s almost a sense of emotional healing when we eat this dish. Maybe we can chalk it up to the fact so many of our parents fed it to us when we were younger....

The Starbucks Union Efforts Just Passed A Major Milestone Chinnapong/Shutterstock By Elaina Friedman/Updated: July 29, 2022 8:05 am EST If you’ve been following the massive union campaign over at Starbucks, you might forget that the highly publicized national drive hasn’t been in the news for as long as it might seem. Workers’ push for unionization at the coffee giant took off in December 2021 following an outcry from workers at a Buffalo outpost, whose demands included better training programs and expanded benefits (via The New York Times)....

The Time Rachael Ray Appeared On A Reality Show s_bukley/Shutterstock By Crystal Antonace/June 13, 2022 11:03 am EST Chances are, if you’re ever chatting with a stranger on the street or a new colleague at work, and you bring up Rachael Ray, most people will know who she is. Ray has basically formed an entire empire around her common knowledge regarding food and the different ways to prepare it. Not only that, but her lack of culinary training is one of the many reasons she has been able to climb to the top of the ladder in terms of food popularity....

The Untold Truth Of Tiki Bars Bloomberg/Getty Images By Steven Luna/Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 3:38 pm EST Tiki bars are many things to many people: kitschy throwbacks to another time, fun hangouts with tasty tropical drinks, or simply a tribute to that sweet island life. But there’s more to these tropical lounges than just good times and great beverages. There’s a somewhat sordid history to sort through, and a strange bit of coincidental competition that muddles the origins of tiki bars....

The Untold Truth Of Tropical Smoothie Cafe Facebook By Samantha Maxwell/Updated: May 5, 2022 1:24 pm EST If there’s one large-scale food trend in the restaurant industry that you should know about right now, it’s the rise of fast-casual dining. Fast-casual restaurants tend to blend the convenience of fast food with the quality of a higher-end restaurant. This makes them all the rage with those looking for healthier options on the go — and who want to avoid the unhealthy, unflattering image of the typical fast-food chain....

The Untold Truth Of Wolfgang Puck’s Wife Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Robyn Hunt/Updated: July 25, 2022 10:06 am EST Not much is known about Gelila Assefa Puck, the third wife of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck and mother of two of his children. And this fashion designer and philanthropic powerhouse seems to prefer it that way. The couple contrasts in this respect — Wolfgang loves the spotlight and has basically turned himself into a brand, while Assefa would rather not be subjected to the blinding lights of stardom....