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The 15 Absolute Best Cuban Sandwiches In The US Maridav/Shutterstock By Amber Lake/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 12:43 pm EST The Cuban sandwich is beloved for its simplicity and flavor. The “golden standard” for a Cuban sandwich lies in five unwavering ingredients –- pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, pickle, and, of course, Cuban bread. When pressed firmly on a griddle, the meat steams between the bread, melding the flavors together in a harmony of savory and tangy....

The Real Reason Food Mascots Are So Effective At Marketing Products By Ceara Milligan/March 5, 2022 9:23 pm EST Are you coo-coo for Cocoa Puffs? Do you believe that Trix is for kids, not silly rabbits? Is it even possible to take a sip of fruity Kool-Aid without bellowing, “Oh yeah!” and pretending to bust through a solid brick wall? Since the Golden Age of Advertising, brands have promoted their goods and services with the help of cheerful, cunning, and charismatic mascots....

The Real Reason Lime Goes So Well With Chili Elena Eryomenko/Shutterstock By Colin McCandless/May 4, 2022 10:11 am EST Chili is a versatile dish that is simple to make and fun to experiment with tweaking different versions. You can tinker with varying spice levels or switch up the meat, beans, or peppers to find the flavor and heat balance that’s just right for you. Some styles of chili, like Texas chili, even skip the beans altogether....

The Stephen King Recipe José Andrés Is Calling ‘A Horror Movie’ Manny Hernandez/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/April 20, 2022 9:47 am EST José Andrés isn’t exactly having an easy time of it. Per his Twitter account, Andrés has been traveling across war-torn Ukraine to lend support for his World Central Kitchen initiative, which was hit by an airstrike. The chef has been getting close to the front lines because, as he put it (via Twitter), ““We need to make sure that we are next to these men, women and children because one day it can be us in another country....

The Uncommon Ingredient That Gives Scrambled Eggs An Umami Boost Nata Bene/Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Updated: Aug. 1, 2022 8:50 am EST Scrambled eggs are a breakfast staple, but sometimes your average scrambled eggs can seem a little boring. A umami kick can give your breakfast new life — and you might just find you never go back to plain ol’ scrambled eggs with just salt and pepper again. But to infuse your scrambled eggs with that desirable umami taste, you need to understand what exactly the umami flavor is....

The Unexpected Thing Ree Drummond’s Husband Wore To Their Wedding Facebook By Adrianna MacPherson/June 13, 2022 9:50 am EST If you’re a fan of Ree Drummond, aka The Pioneer Woman, chances are you have at least a bit of familiarity with her husband, rancher Ladd Drummond. The Food Network personality, cookbook author, and entrepreneur is always whipping up comforting dishes in the kitchen on the Drummond family’s Pawhuska, Oklahoma ranch. But fans are often treated to glimpses into what ranch life is like, too, including glimpses of her children and husband....

The Untold Truth Of Pop Rocks Facebook By Brent Furdyk/Updated: April 20, 2022 4:42 pm EST In the pantheon of candy, it’s doubtful that any sweet treat has benefitted more from scientific experimentation than Pop Rocks, the iconic candy that became famous and ultimately notorious for creating tiny “explosions” inside kids’ mouths. Introduced to an unsuspecting market way back in 1974, children of the era couldn’t get enough of this carbonated confection that amazingly simulated the feeling of fireworks going off inside one’s skull....

The Unusual Ingredient You Should Add To Beef Stew Elena Eryomenko/Shutterstock By Abby Tariq/June 6, 2022 8:47 am EST A passionately cooked food can deliver lip-smacking flavorsome goodness and be truly satisfying pageantry. It’s like poetry in motion for our taste buds. Take an example of beef stew, a hearty and comforting meal with juicy and tender meat pieces that give us heavenly joy and internal bliss — are you feeling hungry?...

The YouTube Beef Gordon Ramsay Can’t Look Away From DFree/Shutterstock By Crystal Antonace/Aug. 11, 2022 10:08 am EST If you’re a true Gordon Ramsay fan, chances are you delight in watching the fiery restaurateur roast apprentice chefs on his hit show “Hell’s Kitchen.” But did you know the roasting extends off the big screen? Ramsay has been all over the internet since he became the cook known for staunch criticism of others’ culinary skills and food choices....

Why Fried Chicken Might Taste Different From The Deli PotaeRin/Shutterstock By Elise DeVoe/May 12, 2022 11:42 am EST There are certain foods we leave to the professionals instead of making at home, and fried chicken definitely falls into this category for many people. Even when seasoned chefs attempt to make it on competition shows like “Top Chef,” viewers and the judges on the show are on pins and needles, waiting for disaster to strike....

Concessions to stave off unionization? Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock Tweets from @MorePerfectUS and @TraderJoesUnite on July 21 lay out the situation. The More Perfect Union post shows an image of an apparent Trader Joe’s announcement to employees informing them of pay increases plus more paid time off. The tweet from Trader Joe’s Unite is a response to that communication. The rumored announcement promises workers an additional week of paid vacation annually. Among the pay rate increases are a $10 per hour premium “on certain holidays,” plus Sundays....

Why Twitter Thinks Paprika Should Be Your Go-To Recipe App Creativa Images/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Feb. 23, 2022 11:43 am EST Paprika, a recipe organizer app that can be described as your meal helpmate, recently experienced a hot moment on Twitter. Paprika, per the app website, can assist you with your efforts to “organize your recipes, make meal plans, and create grocery lists.” As Cellularnews.com explains, if you struggle trying to decide what to make for dinner after a long day’s work and picking up kids from school, and don’t want to make a stop at McDonald’s or any other fast-food chain, Paprika’s goal is to get you to cook at home....

11 Best Nonstick Skillets You Can Buy Right Now Boontoom Sae-Kor/Shutterstock By Anita Surewicz/Updated: April 25, 2022 11:59 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a complete novice in the kitchen, a nonstick pan is an absolute must. Perfect for cooking delicate crêpes or fluffy omelets without leaving a layer of food stuck to the bottom, nonstick skillets are also ultra-easy to clean....

17 Types Of Mushrooms And What They Are Used For New Africa/Shutterstock By Emily Alexander AND Samantha Maxwell/Updated: June 21, 2022 10:38 am EST The vast world of mushrooms can be overwhelming for a novice forager or eater. Ranging from delicious to deadly, foraged mushrooms can be dangerous if they aren’t picked by a trusted and experienced mushroom hunter. But they are also one of the culinary world’s delicacies, providing unique textures and tastes to recipes of all kinds....

35 Bang Energy Flavors Ranked Worst To Best S and S Imaging/Shutterstock By Kori Ellis/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 4:09 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In a crowded energy drink industry that includes heavy hitters such as Red Bull and Monster Energy, Bang Energy has been able to become one of the top-selling brands in America. Not only does Bang Energy have a number of outstanding flavors, but what’s in (and isn’t in) their beverages helps this brand stand out from the crowd....

Chicken Sausage Brands Ranked From Worst To Best Mironov Vladimir/Shutterstock By Lauren Johnson/March 9, 2022 12:10 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Human beings have been consuming sausage for nearly 4,000 years, according to Atlas Obscura. The meat, minced and encased in a skin along with some liquid, fat, and salt, can be smoked, dry-cured, or fermented, depending on the region it’s prepared in. And because sausages exist in most corners of the world, there are endless possibilities for fillings, spices, and texture....

Duff Goldman On Ace Of Taste, Savory Recipes, And His Community - Exclusive Interview Courtesy of Food Network By Molly Allen/Updated: April 22, 2022 3:03 pm EST Duff Goldman has become a household name thanks to ten inspiring seasons of his hit Food Network show, “Ace of Cakes.” He has also been a judge on “Holiday Baking Championship” and “Spring Baking Championship,” along with hosting “Kids Baking Championship.” Now, the chef, baker, and cake artist is bringing a new show to Food Network: “Ace of Taste....

Emmy Winner Frankie Celenza Talks The New Season Of Frankie Vs. The Internet - Exclusive Interview Tastemade By Helena Nichols/July 20, 2022 10:10 am EST Frankie Celenza has been delighting the internet with his incredible cooking ability for years. Celenza first made his cooking debut on his YouTube channel, “Frankie Cooks,” teaching a young generation how to cook from one of their contemporaries. It wasn’t long until he took off and started producing more content, first for local television and now as the host of various shows for Tastemade....

Here’s What A Common Breakfast Looks Like In Iceland blue caterpillar/Shutterstock By James Lewis/April 16, 2022 1:30 pm EST Breakfast can be a surprisingly controversial topic filled with varying debates about satisfying early morning food cravings. While on some occasions, choosing breakfast can be as straightforward as a bowl of cereal, on other days, particularly in a home filled with people, a morning meal mash-up may ensue. From toast to eggs to parfait, there are endless tasty food options to help kick-start the day....

How Salt Can Strangely Help Your Pineapple Kotcha K/Shutterstock By Crystal Antonace/June 20, 2022 10:20 am EST With summer (unoffically) in full swing, there’s nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a piece of juicy pineapple to appease your senses and quench your thirst. While pineapple is generally enjoyed eaten by the chunk or sipped by the glass, it also pairs well with meat and is surprisingly delicious when grilled over an open flame....