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Fukuhara played a hero fighting for Nacho Fries Instagram Although the epic Nacho Fry ad might seem a bit over-the-top, many fans are absolutely loving it — particularly Fukuhara’s performance as the anime heroine. “I just want you to know… the energy that you gave this performance, I would WATCH this show, this movie,” remarked one user in the comments of the post. Based on some reactions, the demand for a “Fry Force” film to become a reality may be as high as the demand for the actual nacho fries themselves....

70 Recipes For A Tea Party Debra Angel/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Aug. 13, 2022 10:21 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Here in the U.S. we typically recognize three main meals a day (plus assorted snacks), but trend spotters and social media mavens are predicting that we may soon take a tip from our friends across the pond and adopt a fourth meal: afternoon tea. Whether out of a fondness for British costume dramas (“Bridgerton”-themed teas are now a thing) or an appreciation for the health benefits of a post-meridian cuppa, you now have the perfect excuse to throw a tea party and we’re here to help out with recipe suggestions....

Amanda Freitag’s Boozy Guinness Float Is All Creamy Goodness Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images By Ceara Milligan/March 17, 2022 2:46 pm EST Happy St. Paddy’s Day! To celebrate this beloved Irish occasion, people all around the world are embracing camaraderie, wearing their finest green garb, indulging in festive fare, and swigging on delicious beverages. Whether or not you are of true Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day is a fun excuse to eat, drink, and be merry with family, friends, neighbors, colleagues, and even strangers....

Beyond Meat Is Giving Jerky A Vegan Makeover Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/March 24, 2022 8:47 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Jerky is such a popular snack that it even has its own holiday. According to National Today, Jack Link’s Beef Jerky and the Wisconsin Beef Council joined forces back in 2012 to designate June 12 as National Jerky Day — an entire 24 hours dedicated to celebrating the savory snack....

Could Beef-A-Roo Become The Next Hot Restaurant Chain? Twitter By Amy Hamblen/June 5, 2022 8:03 pm EST If you live near Rockford, Illinois, then you’ve no doubt heard of Beef-A-Roo. According to its website, Beef-A-Roo is a chain of fast-casual restaurants all located near the same town that gave us the rock band Cheap Trick (via Go Rockford). Each of those restaurants has a unique theme, as Rockford’s classic rock station, 96....

Cracker Barrel Is Jumping Into The Chicken Wars With Chicken N’ Biscuits By Sophia Lo/April 8, 2022 9:49 am EST If you’ve noticed that it looks like every fast food chain has its own version of a fried chicken sandwich, you’re not too off the mark. We’ve ranked fast food fried chicken sandwiches so you know where to get your next one, but there’s another chain restaurant adding a fried chicken sandwich to the menus....

Do Wint-O-Green Life Savers Really Spark In The Dark? Keith Homan/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/July 1, 2022 3:02 pm EST Some of the most common foods eaten around the world have magical powers… Well, sort of. Did you know, for example, that ripe cranberries bounce? What about the fact that bananas are radioactive? And who knew that peanut butter can be used to make diamonds?! In addition to their obvious purpose of being consumed, many everyday foods can be used as party tricks or even just riveting topics of conversation....

Father’s Day 2022: Where To Get The Best Food Freebies And Deals DavideAngelini/Shutterstock By Katy Canada/June 16, 2022 2:30 pm EST No holiday is complete without a celebratory meal, and June 19 is no exception. Whatever significance the date has for you, it’s worth knowing where you can find the best deals and freebies the day has to offer. Whether you plan to enjoy a commemorative Father’s Day cocktail or a routine, relaxing Sunday, there are plenty of ways to get more bang for your buck this weekend....

For Brewing Coffee, One Drip Coffee Maker Stands Above The Rest PhotoJuli86/Shutterstock By Rebecca Cherico/June 22, 2022 11:20 pm EST As the coffee scene grows ever vaster, and more and more options become available to consumers, drip coffee makers can easily feel like the neglected child of the coffee world — frequently ignored as they sit uneasily between more sophisticated models and quirky new methods. But there is a reason drip coffee makers are still big sellers: they are great at producing consistently good coffee for groups of people without a lot of fuss or hands-on effort....

Hennessy VS Cognac: Everything You Need To Know NewStart/Shutterstock By Helena Nichols/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:02 pm EST Hennessy is a leading brand among various cognacs available today (via Rolling Stone). It is very popular in bars and homes across the U.S. (via Statista). Hennessy has even spawned its own slang term; the popular term “drinkin’ Henny,” is specifically used to refer to drinking Hennessy brand cognac (via Dictionary.com). Cognac is a type of French brandy....

Here’s What Johnny Depp Is Really Drinking On Screen Francois G. Durand/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 12:56 pm EST Actors are required to pull off a lot of things in front of the camera, including eating and drinking all sorts of things on screen. Per Thrillist, it’s really tricky to pretend to be drunk when you’re acting. But, if you’ve taken a gig that requires it, you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do....

How Aldi UK Is Making Its Easter Eggs More Eco-Friendly Random435/Shutterstock By Emily Weaver/March 1, 2022 4:00 pm EST If you’re trying to make a more conscious effort to shop green when Easter rolls around this year, Aldi may be able to help with that, but only if you’re based in the UK. The German discount supermarket brand recently announced that all of its UK store-brand Easter eggs will be plastic-free come Easter, according to Packaging Gateway....

How To Make Your Own Black Garlic Shutterstock By Kate Hagan Gallup/Updated: June 22, 2022 2:17 pm EST Have you ever heard of black garlic? If not, you’re not alone. Thankfully, Bon Appétit is here to describe black garlic and why this food is coveted by chefs: “Sweet, earthy, minus the allium’s characteristic heat — think of it as garlic’s umami-packed shadow.” While similar to traditional garlic with its savory flavor, black garlic is different in both texture and taste....

How Top Chef Changed Padma Lakshmi’s Relationship With Food Rich Fury/Getty Images By Emily Weaver/Updated: March 14, 2022 7:52 pm EST It’s no secret that the glitz and glamor of Hollywood are strenuous and demanding on the mind and body, but when you judge and taste-test food for a living, the emotional and physical strain can be even more tiring. In a personal essay for The Hollywood Reporter, Padma Lakshmi opened up about her relationship with food, weight gain, and why looking “red carpet ready” is a never-ending pursuit as a judge on “Top Chef....

Is Whole Foods Open On Easter Sunday 2022? Bloomberg/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/March 15, 2022 1:19 pm EST As Easter Sunday approaches, home cooks across the country have started brainstorming menus for the occasion. Food Network suggests that anyone who plans to observe the holiday whip up a classic glazed ham, roasted carrots, deviled eggs, hot cross buns, and much more. While these dishes sound delicious, putting them together also sounds ambitious and requires home cooks to methodically plan out their meals....

Lean (Yet Juicy) Taco Meat Recipe Stephanie Rapone/Mashed By Stephanie Rapone AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 23, 2022 7:00 pm EST While many taco recipes seem to start out with browning ground beef, then adding the kind of taco seasoning that comes in an envelope, here we’re starting with a from-scratch spice mix. Still, despite the fact that you’ll be blending your own spices (admittedly not too difficult a task once you’ve managed to unearth them from the pantry), recipe developer Stephanie Rapone points out that you do get to skip a step....

Mistakes You’re Making At Your Local Farmers Market Igisheva Maria/Shutterstock By Allie Miller/March 29, 2022 1:50 pm EST Going to the farmers market is something that we look forward to each time spring rolls around. That’s when farmers markets are open again (longer and more frequently), thanks to better weather conditions. Additionally, the return of spring means more fruits and vegetables come into season. Aside from a sunny weekend outing, there are plenty of reasons to get excited about shopping at the farmers market again....

Potato Chips May Actually Be Healthier Than Pasta, New Data Says Avalepsap/Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/Aug. 19, 2022 3:33 pm EST Ramen is accessible comfort food. It’s also rich in carbs, which Harvard’s The Nutrition Source notes the human body needs to live and function. If those were all the criteria that mattered, ramen would be not only popular but also something to eat more of, whether it’s instant or from a nice restaurant....

Ranking Cuts Of Steak By Tenderness, From Toughest To Most Tender Norbertas/Shutterstock By Julia Dunn/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 11:05 am EST Steak has almost always had a place at the American table, whether it’s on the menu at diners or Michelin-starred restaurants. Even at home, steak is often served with real fanfare. So, what keeps us collectively picking up the steak knife again and again? Well, most would define a great steak and love affair along the same lines: tenderness....

Stoli Wants You To Raise A Glass To Cocktails For Ukraine ScarletRE/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/May 15, 2022 3:08 pm EST Break out the martini glasses and cocktail shakers because Stoli Vodka and Chef José Andrés are showing their yellow and blue in support of Ukraine. Per a press release, the makers of Stoli created a limited-edition vodka bottle to support Ukraine with proceeds being donated to Andrés’ non-profit, World Central Kitchen....