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Why Some Costco Employees Are Angry About The Pay Raise News Jiujiuer/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/April 15, 2022 3:59 pm EST In 2021, Costco received good press because it raised its minimum wage twice. However, between the record profits Costco has made and the continued pressure of inflation, some workers are finding the company’s latest round of raises insufficient. In the Costco subreddit, one worker shared a note that explained how Costco intended to give its “topped out” workers a $0....

Why TikTok Thinks Celsius Energy Drinks Might Be Dangerous Why TikTok thinks Celsius energy drinks might be dangerous Celsius By Savanna Swain-Wilson/Updated: April 7, 2022 1:25 pm EST Often thought of as a lifesaver for graveyard shift workers and college students, energy drinks have become increasingly popular among young people in the past decade. But according to PR Newswire, fitness-minded consumers in the US are also responsible for the highly-caffeinated beverage industry being as booming as it is, and it’s easy to see why....

Why You Can Never Go To The Original In-N-Out Restaurant Kit Leong/Shutterstock By Lauren David/Updated: March 7, 2022 1:59 pm EST California-based fast-food chain In-N-Out Burger is known for its no-frills array of affordable burgers, fries, soft drinks, and milkshakes, as well as its “not-so-secret” menu. If you live in the Golden State, you likely know where your nearest In-N-Out is, and you might even have your go-to order memorized by heart....

Why You Need To Remove The Seeds Of Dried Chile Peppers Micaela Fiorellini/Shutterstock By Colin McCandless/Aug. 12, 2022 12:49 am EST Dried chile peppers are a great way to add some heat and flavor to a dish and can be used to enhance stews, soups, chilis, tomato sauces, and salsas. There are a number of different varieties of dried chiles, but some of the most common ones include ancho, guajillo, mulato, and chipotle peppers (per Delighted Cooking)....

20 Strawberry Dessert Recipes To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Erika Anes/Shutterstock By Molly Clark/July 11, 2022 8:59 am EST Who doesn’t love a good dessert? Of course, chocolate is often the star of the sugar show. But for this recipe round-up, chocolate’s lesser-appreciated buddy, the strawberry, takes center stage. There’s a good chance you’ve eaten a strawberry or two in your day. Perhaps you’ve added some to a bowl of oatmeal, eaten them in a fruit salad, or enjoyed strawberry jelly in a PB&J....

Air Fryer Candied Bacon Recipe Kit Hondrum/Mashed By Kit Hondrum AND Mashed Staff/Updated: June 29, 2022 12:14 pm EST What’s better than a nice piece of candied bacon? The answer is nothing … because there’s nothing better than some good old-fashioned candied bacon. This delicious recipe is great for several different occasions, and the bacon has so much flavor that you can enjoy it by itself. It also is an excellent addition for brunch and can be served on a sandwich, as a side, or one of our favorites — inside of a bloody Mary....

Aldi Fans Are Divided Over Its New Summer Iced Coffee Flavors AliceCam/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/May 25, 2022 12:21 pm EST Whether you need something to help you wake up in the morning or an afternoon pick-me-up to get you through the day, coffee is rarely a bad idea. From the taste to the aroma to the social opportunities, there are so many reasons that people gravitate towards a steaming hot cup of java....

Alex Guarnaschelli Has Instagram Guessing If It’s Real Or It’s Cake Bryan Bedder/Getty By Molly Clark/Updated: April 6, 2022 11:12 am EST One of the more interesting hobbies America took up during the pandemic is guessing whether seemingly normal household objects are, in fact, just a roll of toilet paper or bottle of moisturizer — or if they are actually made of cake. Yes, you read that right. Pastry chefs are creating cakes that look so much like real items, we’re second guessing our sanity and loving every minute of it....

Alex Guarnaschelli’s New Custom-Made Knife Is A Work Of Art Bryan Bedder/Getty Images By Sophia Lo/Feb. 22, 2022 11:52 pm EST One of the most important kitchen tools to have is a high-quality knife. A chef’s knife and a paring knife are essential, according to the Food Network website. Of course, knowing you need something high-quality and knowing how to identify it are two different things. There are some key elements to look for when you’re shopping for a new knife, like the material used to make the blade....

Baskin-Robbins’ New Flavor Of The Month Brings Campfire Vibes Baskin-Robbins By Sophia Lo/July 1, 2022 11:44 am EST When you think of your favorite summer dessert, what comes to mind? For some people, a simple strawberry shortcake bursting with fresh fruit is the tastiest treat of the season while others might love the tartness of a key lime pie. But there is also no denying that ice cream is one of the most beloved summer desserts, and the Baskin-Robbins July Flavor of the Month combines their ice cream with another seasonal treat that will remind you of sitting around the campfire....

Coca-Cola’s Newest Drink Has An Unusual Flavor Coca-Cola By Lauren Cahn/April 5, 2022 1:39 pm EST Coca-Cola is such a classic that more than a decade ago, it abandoned using the word “classic” to describe its original cola product, per The New York Times, redundant as it was. Nevertheless, the soft drink behemoth has been on an “out with the old, in with the new” tear. In 2020, Coca-Cola announced it was phasing out 200 of its beverage brands – none true fan favorites (except, of course, among sparse fans within certain demographics, per Fast Company)....

Could McDonald’s Fish Mcbites Swim Their Way Back Onto The Menu? Leonor Cardona By Chase Shustack/June 23, 2022 3:20 pm EST Have you noticed how many fast-food chains are bringing back “fan-favorite” menu items recently? Taco Bell, for example, brought back its Mexican Pizza not too long ago and it was so popular that the company actually began to run out of the pizza-style offering only weeks after it launched (via CNN)....

Creamy Crab Pasta Salad Recipe Mikayla Marin/Mashed By Mikayla Marin AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 25, 2022 3:36 pm EST With the warm summer months approaching, potlucks and cookouts are next on the calendar. Whether you’re hosting or attending, this creamy crab pasta salad with black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and red onion would be a welcome addition to any meal. This recipe by Mikayla Marin of The Flour Handprint is a perfect prep-ahead dish for parties, but it’s also quick enough to enjoy within an hour if you’re pressed for a quick and easy side....

Does Guy Fieri Use Beans In His Signature Chili? Jesse Grant/Getty Images By Karen Hart/June 3, 2022 3:53 pm EST Celebrity chef Guy Fieri’s one recipe that stands above the rest is none other than his Dragon’s Breath Chili. It would make any Texan proud with the amount of meat it contains: 1 pound of boneless chuck, 2 pounds of ground beef, and 1 pound of ground sausage. That’s lot of protein!...

Easy Negroni Cocktail Recipe Christina Musgrave/Mashed By Christina Musgrave AND Mashed Staff/July 22, 2022 1:16 pm EST While the negroni has been around for quite a while now, this once-obscure Italian drink really only became popular in the U.S. in more recent years. An interesting development in light of the fact that, as recipe developer Christina Musgrave points out, “Negronis are very bitter.” Prior to this point, many popular cocktails had a sweet (Cosmo) or sour (appletini) flavor profile, but hey, there’s plenty of room to add a bitter one as a main contender, too!...

Flipz’s New Pretzel Snacks Are A Chocolate Lover’s Dream Facebook By Margaret McCormick/Updated: May 25, 2022 8:20 am EST Crunchy and salty, hard pretzels are a classic snack that becomes next level when served with cheese or hummus and beer or wine. And, as far as snack foods go, they’re pretty healthy: low in fat (but high in carbs) and clocking in at 163 calories for a 1.5-ounce serving, according to Healthline....

How Bake Off’s Nadiya Knew She Made It Big John Keeble/Getty Images By Molly Clark/July 31, 2022 11:00 am EST Nadiya Hussain hasn’t slowed down one bit since winning the 2015 season of “The Great British Bake Off.” According to Hussain’s website, the baker has her own TV show, “Fast Flavours,” and she writes a monthly column for The Times Magazine. She’s written several books, including both children’s books and cookbooks, such as her new cookbook, “Nadiya’s Everyday Baking,” which hits bookshelves this September....

How Big Tom’s Backyard Grill Is Doing Less Than A Month After Restaurant: Impossible Gary Gershoff/Getty Images By Ralph Schwartz/Updated: June 17, 2022 11:24 am EST If Robert Irvine is visiting one of your favorite local eateries to film “Restaurant: Impossible,” then you know the place is in trouble. The episode that aired July 1, featuring Big Tom’s Backyard Grill & Bar, was no exception (via Chew Boom). When Irvine and his team arrived in February at the Cleveland, Tennessee establishment, Big Tom’s had been open less than three years, per the restaurant’s website....

How Long Should You Actually Keep Leftover Ham? Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup AND Chase Shustack/Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 2:21 pm EST Ham is often an Easter tradition for Christian families across the United States. There are countless Easter ham recipes out there, including methods for roasting, smoking, casseroles, sandwiches, and plates full of cold cut appetizers. The Farmers’ Almanac shares a bit about the history of this food, noting that in the olden days, spring marked a time to use the last of the cured meats from the previous fall, making way for the new greens of springtime....

How Ruffles Just Made History With Its New Chip Flavor Facebook By Elaina Friedman/Aug. 17, 2022 9:37 am EST The sports industry has been making alliances with non-sports brands for well over a century. As far back as 1870, tobacco companies featured collectable cards on the inside of cigarette packs that depicted popular sports stars of the day (per Open Media UK). Less than 60 years later, Coca-Cola became the first official sponsor of the inaugural Olympic Games, giving way to partnerships including the Super Bowl and Anheuser-Busch and Serena Williams and JUST Egg, among countless others....