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Trader Joe’s Fans Have A Problem With Its Returning Summer Snack Larry Zhou/Shutterstock By Ashley Steinberg/June 8, 2022 1:21 pm EST Every company has its hits and its flops, and even the best of the best comes out with some questionable or divisive items from time to time. For example, Aldi’s summer iced coffees arrived to mixed reviews, and many employees and customers alike caution against eating certain items at big chains like Burger King....

What Happened To Baker’s Edge After Shark Tank? Instagram By Khyati Dand/Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 2:05 pm EST Ever since “Shark Tank” first aired, the show has given budding entrepreneurs and innovators a platform to showcase their business ideas, most of which aim to solve a problem of some kind. And when it comes to problem-solving, viewers have seen “Shark Tank” entrepreneurs successfully offer a solution to a whole world of kitchen troubles, some of which no one even thought existed....

What To Know Before Drying Fruit In An Air Fryer LY photographer/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Updated: June 17, 2022 11:43 am EST Air fryers have a knack for being extremely versatile gadgets in the kitchen. Frying is only one of the many things that you can use it for. You can bake cakes, cookies, and brownies in an air fryer or use it to roast meat (via Cooking Light). One surprising way to use an air fryer is to make it work as a dehydrator to dry fruits....

Why Costco Employee Unions Are Furious, According To Reddit Jiujiuer/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/May 6, 2022 8:59 pm EST Costco has a history of maintaining a strong union culture. According to Bob Cut Magazine, the big box chain currently claims 17,000 employees as part of the teamsters’ union. The union has helped keep wages for members much higher than the national average, protects employees from getting fired by the company, ensures breaks for lunch, and even guarantees a version of a retirement plan....

Yes, There’s An Entire Festival Dedicated To Spam Bloomberg/Getty By Elise DeVoe/Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 7:58 am EST Spam, a food that was once a matter of necessity, rather than enjoyable to eat, is now celebrated every year in Hawaii with its own dedicated festival, SPAM JAM. The now popular meat in a can was first introduced in 1937 by the Hormel company and became globally popular during World War II (via Time)....

You Can Now Run One Of Queen Elizabeth’s Pubs Wpa Pool/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/Aug. 4, 2022 11:53 am EST While a Hallmark movie might portray royal romance at a quaint pub, one lucky barkeep could be pouring special pints under the gaze of Queen Elizabeth. As seen throughout the Platinum Jubilee celebration, both her royal subjects and admirers worldwide have sought to toast her long reign. Some people have even enjoyed a pour of Queen Elizabeth’s new beer, which was made with barley on her beloved Sandringham estate (via Daily Mail)....

A New Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal Is Rolling Onto Store Shelves Olga Popova/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/May 27, 2022 1:41 pm EST There are few things that can tantalize one’s olfactory bulb quicker than the mouth-watering aroma of a cinnamon roll. If you’ve ever walked past a Cinnabon on even a slightly empty stomach, you know it’s true. This heavenly scent will have you craving an ooey-gooey pastry faster than a cheetah can catch a tortoise....

Air-Fryer Flautas Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 17, 2022 10:22 am EST If you don’t yet have an air fryer, what’s the hold up? Air fryers are all the rage as of late, and rightfully so. You can truly make so many tasty things in the air fryer and often with little to no oil, resulting in a healthier “fried” food. The most basic of which is air fryer roasted potatoes, which is a true staple for any air fryer owner....

Doritos Just Launched Two Classic Condiment-Like Flavors Konmac/Shutterstock By Dai Poole/Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 9:16 am EST From Superbowl commercials featuring celebrities like Matthew McConaughey, Mindy Kaling, and Jimmy Kimmel to partnerships with fast food chains like Taco Bell, Doritos arguably is one of the recognizable and beloved brands in the snack world. The Frito Lay company started in 1955 after Frito Lay struck a partnership with Disney to open a Mexican restaurant, “Casa de Fritos,” at their California theme park (via Snack History)....

Growing A Mullet Could Win You A Year’s Worth Of Free Beer. Here’s How Rido/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/March 3, 2022 4:14 pm EST When it comes to scoring free beer, you have a few options at your disposal. You could help a friend move and get them to buy you a beer, although maybe just buying it yourself without having to move heavy furniture would be easier. Other options include getting accredited as a beer judge and rating homebrews in competitions, or you can try dating a local bartender who perhaps will give you free beer (per Men’s Journal)....

Here’s How Subway’s B.M.T. Sandwich Got Its Name Facebook By Cassidy Dawn Graves/Updated: May 5, 2022 1:52 pm EST Though Ireland ruled that Subway’s bread is technically cake, the sub chain still reigns supreme as one of the most popular fast food sandwich spots around. There are reportedly 37 million sandwich combinations possible at the chain, which means there’s always some kind of way to, as the chain puts it, “eat fresh” (via Huffpost)....

Nathan’s Hot Dog Ice Cream Is Here Just In Time For July 4th WS-Studio/Shutterstock By Kimberley Laws/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 5:17 pm EST Some ice cream flavors make sense. Chocolate, vanilla, caramel swirls, a burst of mocha, and even marshmallow fluff are logical additions to this beloved dairy treat. Over the years, however, Americans have been presented with some fairly odd frozen dessert flavors. Take Salt & Straw’s Cinnamon and Honey Fried Chicken variety....

Red Robin’s New Menu Features All Things Barbecue Red Robin By Lauren Cahn/March 21, 2022 2:16 pm EST Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews is rolling out a new warm-weather-inspired menu lineup that brings to mind all things barbecue, with its focus on smokehouse brisket smothered in the restaurant’s beloved Whiskey River BBQ sauce, on the one hand, and tangy citrus flavors, such as lemonade and pineapple upside down cake, on the other....

Simple Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe Catherine Brookes/Mashed By Catherine Brookes AND Mashed Staff/July 22, 2022 1:11 pm EST Mashed potatoes are an obvious side dish to serve up with a wide assortment of meals, whether you’re cooking up something meat or vegetable focused. If you’ve been intimidated about perfecting the creamy texture and have opted for instant versions in the past, it’s time to discover this easy method. Recipe developer, food blogger, and photographer Catherine Brookes from Blue Sky Eating has created a simple garlic mashed potato recipe you’ll want to add to your weekly rotation....

The Best Butter For Baking, According To Alton Brown John Shearer/Getty By Jennifer Mathews/May 16, 2022 12:44 pm EST Bored by the cooking shows airing on the Food Network, Alton Brown tapped into his theater and filmmaking background to develop a show of his own. Speaking to Bitter Southerner, Brown remembered brainstorming what would make a better cooking show on television, listing Julia Child, Mr. Wizard, and Monty Python. Fans of his first show, “Good Eats,” know that he found inspiration in that dream team by combining the knowledge of Julia Child, the science of Mr....

The Canned Food Controversy That Changed History sockagphoto/Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/April 28, 2022 9:23 am EST Prior to the advent of refrigeration, the task of preserving food was paramount. History encapsulates this desire, noting that “from pickling and salting to smoking and drying, humans have been finding ways to make food last longer since prehistoric times.” The origins of proper canning — ensuring that the food was correctly preserved and was entirely safe to consume — changed the future of food forever....

The Disappointing Reason An Aldi Store Has No Steaks On Its Shelves Ilia Nesolenyi/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/April 10, 2022 2:25 pm EST Nowadays, trips to the grocery store might have us contemplating if it’s actually cheaper to spend all the time and effort preparing food at home instead of going out to eat. According to the USDA’s Economic Research Service’s March report, food prices will likely rise 4.5% to 5% across the board in 2022 (via USA Today)....

The Dunkin’ Reward Program Is About To Go Through A Major Change Facebook By Julia Mullaney/Aug. 9, 2022 6:12 pm EST Perhaps one of the best parts of having a favorite store is the ability to take advantage of its loyalty program. And for coffee and breakfast lovers, Dunkin’ offers perks that might be hard to resist. The current program, known as DD Perks, allows customers to sign up through the Dunkin’ website or app....

The Most Expensive Celebrity Wedding Cakes Ever Trofimova Natalya/Shutterstock By Sophia Hart/June 20, 2022 11:27 am EST A wedding is a highly special and joyous occasion. For many couples who have decided to get married, it’s important that every aspect of the wedding day is incredible: From the wedding photos to the dress and the catering, all the various elements of the special day need to be accounted for and properly planned....

The One-Of-A-Kind Dunkin’ Store That Just Opened pancha.me/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/March 31, 2022 12:42 pm EST Over the years, Dunkin’ has seriously expanded on its coffee and donut empire. According to the company’s website, the chain currently claims 11,300 restaurant locations across 36 countries. Since the restaurant opened back in 1950, this world domination is impressive, but no matter what part of the globe you frequent, you won’t see much variation between the average Dunkin’ stores....