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Martha Stewart Shows Off Gorgeous Multi-Orange Dessert Jason Mendez/Getty Images By Maria Scinto/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 5:24 am EST When it comes to all matters domestic, Martha Stewart always does things just a bit better than we mere mortals can, which is why she’s the OG domestic diva and always will be. Take a recent desert pic she posted on Instagram - just the minimal amount of info she provides in the caption encapsulates all that is Martha....

Persimmon: Everything You Need To Know Photoongraphy/Shutterstock By Jamila Khan/July 27, 2022 2:36 pm EST A classic fall fruit, persimmons is an underrated treat that should be getting all the hype it deserves. These reddish-orange and plump fruits are the perfect welcome to fall with their sweet and zesty flavor coupled with notes of cinnamon. While persimmons are a popular autumn fruit in Japan, China, and Korea, they are relatively less heard of in the States....

Secret Ways Restaurants Save Money Shutterstock By Jessica Harlan/Updated: March 7, 2022 4:48 pm EST When you think about it, going out to eat is a real leap of faith: You’re trusting that your server hasn’t coughed (or worse!) into your food, that the line cook washed his hands before forming your hamburger patty, and that the dishwasher has properly sanitized the plates you’re eating on. And from the restaurant’s perspective, they’re also banking on the hope that their customers won’t dine and dash, or that they won’t post nasty reviews just because a server mixed up an order....

Spicy Shrimp Fra Diavolo Recipe Christina Musrave/Mashed By Christina Musgrave AND Mashed Staff/April 7, 2022 11:14 am EST Who doesn’t love an old-fashioned Italian meal? This recipe for shrimp fra diavolo is a classic that dates way back. According to Paesana, the name for this fiery shrimp came about in 1770 in Naples, Italy. A young boy survived a terrible illness, and later, someone gave him the nickname of “fra diavolo,” which means “brother devil....

The Best Dark Chocolate Bars In 2022 AlexFilim/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/June 29, 2022 4:26 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Back in the early days of chocolate, you had your choice between dark, darker, and gnawing on a cacao pod. Well, it’s funny how everything old becomes new again, isn’t it? Milk chocolate, first created as a beverage in the 17th century, got a huge boost around the turn of the 20th century when Milton Hershey established his sweet, sweet empire based on those brown-wrapped bars that still bear his name....

The Gross Reason A McDonald’s Location Just Had To Close URAIWONS/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/April 15, 2022 3:14 pm EST You’re in the mood for a burger and some fries for lunch today, and decide to satisfy that craving by heading over to your local McDonald’s. When you arrive at the restaurant, however, you can’t help but notice something’s kind of “off” about it. For starters, the lights are all on but there’s no customers or employees to be seen....

The Real Reason Why Shake Shack Is So Expensive Vadym Shapran/Shutterstock By Lauren Richeson/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 4:05 pm EST From its humble beginnings as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park, Shake Shack has become one of the largest small burger chains in the world. Since opening in 2001, the elevated burger spot has reached a market capitalization of more than $1.5 billion and expanded to over 300 Shacks, including more than 100 international locations across the Middle East region, London, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Philippines, Singapore, Mexico, Tokyo, Seoul, and more....

The Sweet Meaning Hidden In Kevin Love And Kate Bock’s Wedding Cake Romain Maurice/Getty Images By Molly Clark/July 19, 2022 9:03 am EST Cue the wedding bells! Kate Bock, known for her appearances as a model in magazines like Vogue and Sports Illustrated, as a jewelry company entrepreneur, and as a social media influencer (via Sports Illustrated), married Cleveland Cavaliers basketball player (via NBA) Kevin Love on June 25, 2022, at the New York Public Library....

The Two Arby’s Items You Can Get A Limited-Time Discount For Facebook By Justina Huddleston/June 16, 2022 1:14 am EST The U.S. is currently going through a concerning food inflation crisis, so keeping an eye out for good deals on groceries and meals out is more important than ever for those looking to save. Thankfully for consumers, there are plenty of fast food meal deals happening right now, from Popeyes rolling back menu prices for its 50th birthday, to a new half-off deal from Arby’s on two of its specialty sandwiches....

The Unexpected Ingredient That Will Majorly Upgrade Your Pimento Cheese Erin Johnson/Mashed By Colin McCandless/Updated: July 22, 2022 11:54 am EST Pimento cheese is one of many foods that’s passionately associated with the South, like grits, fried chicken, and collard greens. A typical recipe consists of pimento peppers, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and seasonings, though there are numerous variations on the original. The creamy, sweetly spicy spread can be used however you like, though it’s most often served as an appetizer with crackers or crunchy vegetables....

The Untold Truth Of Costco Getty Images By Jessica Booth AND Andrew Sheldon/Updated: June 29, 2022 5:27 pm EST You may know Costco as a convenient place to shop; the retailer offers discounted prices on bulk items, which is a huge plus for many customers across the United States. But did you know that Costco is also ranked as one of the best large companies in the U.S. to work for?...

The Untold Truth Of Diet Soda Shutterstock By DB Kelly/Updated: April 21, 2022 1:20 am EST If you’re a fan of soda, you probably know just how bad for you it can be. But diet soda, that’s better, right? The answer is only, “sort of…” even though it’s recommended by the American Diabetes Association as a viable alternative for people needing to manage their blood glucose levels. According to the ADA, diet soda’s non-nutritive sweeteners don’t have the same impact on our bodies as sugar does, but it might not be that straightforward....

The Verdict Is In For Mario Batali’s Sexual Misconduct Trial Michael Loccisano/Getty By Maria Scinto/May 10, 2022 4:41 pm EST Mario Batali, the former Iron Chef who once ran a string of successful restaurants, hasn’t been exactly flavor of the month in the food world for quite some time now. In the late 20-teens, a number of disturbing allegations surfaced about how he treated his female employees, and last year he and his business partners had to fork over $600,000 in a settlement with former employees (both men and women) who claimed that they’d been sexually harassed on the job....

What Happened To Mrs. Goldfarb’s Unreal Deli After Shark Tank? Facebook By Elise DeVoe/Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 2:31 pm EST It’s no secret that plant-based meat alternatives are on the rise, but Jenny Goldfarb noticed a gap in the market when it came to deli meat. According to Mrs. Goldfarb’s Unreal Deli’s official website, the entrepreneur grew up on classic New York delis owned by her family, and when she moved to California, she was craving the flavors of her hometown....

Why Aarón Sánchez Just Recreated A Viral TikTok Recipe Jim Spellman/Getty By Kate Hagan Gallup/Updated: June 23, 2022 2:24 pm EST Nothing says “summer” like a fresh, crispy green salad. While many of us are content simply to toss some lettuce and veggies in a bowl, our favorite chefs know how to take this simple dish and elevate it into a true entrée and fulfilling meal. Of these salads, one green goddess salad went viral in 2021 in what Elite Daily lists as one of the “top TikTok recipes of all time,” spawning many different celebrity salad takes....

Why Reddit Has Issues With The Inconsistency Of One Starbucks Drink Facebook By Sophia Lo/July 5, 2022 4:51 pm EST If Starbucks is your go-to coffee shop, you might want to consider shaking things up with your order — we’ve rounded up some iced drinks on the Starbucks secret menu that you can try next. However, many coffee drinkers have a favorite order and a particular way they like drinks made....

Why So Many Out-Of-State Fruits And Vegetables Are Banned From California monticello/Shutterstock By Elaina Friedman/March 20, 2022 5:19 pm EST Unless you live in California, you might associate the natural bounties of this sunny state with groves of avocado and citrus trees. But California’s $30 billion agricultural industry doesn’t owe everything to avocado toast. According to the late agricultural economist Karen Klonsky, California grows more than 90% of the United States’ certified-organic almonds, artichokes, avocados, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, dates, figs, grapes, strawberries, lemons, lettuce, plums, and walnuts....

Why You Need To Stop Over-Marinating Your Meat Anton27/Shutterstock By Dave Malyon/June 23, 2022 8:37 am EST Whether you’re a barbecue champion or simply know your way around thorough seasoning, you will appreciate the effect of a good marinade on your meat. But at what point does good marinating become over-marinating? You should be able to tell the difference by the result. A perfect marinade for meat consists of a balance of oil, enzymes or acidic compounds, and seasoning (salt included)....

30% Want Chick-Fil-A To Bring Back This Discontinued Menu Item jmac23/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/March 30, 2022 11:47 am EST While Chick-fil-A has its core menu items — chicken nuggets, waffle fries, and the OG chicken sandwich — the fast-food chain has also seen a rotating cast of specialty treats come and go over the years. There were savory picks like the chicken salad sandwich, the carrot and raisin salad, and coleslaw....

Aarón Sánchez Explains The Difference Between El Sabor De Aarón And Chopped - Exclusive Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Crawford Smith/June 9, 2022 1:02 pm EST Aarón Sánchez has an extensive list of TV credits stretching all the way back to 2007 (via IMDb). While he’s been on all kinds of shows, many people might recognize him most from his stints as a judge on cooking competition shows like “Chopped” and “MasterChef.”...