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The Real Reason These Chocolate Candies Were Discontinued Sheila Fitzgerald/Shutterstock By Adam Swierk/Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 5:43 pm EST If nothing is forever, then what makes candy the exception? Well, it’s actually not a deviation from the norm since the very nature of human existence dictates all things must end. Philosophy aside, this notion holds true in the world of sweet snacks. Clearly, despite the near-monolithic presence of candy in this country, there’s nothing surprising about the fact that not all chocolates have endured like Snickers or Reese’s....

The Summer Snack Andrew Zimmern Just Can’t Get Behind Amy E. Price/Getty Images By Karen Hart/July 11, 2022 8:55 am EST Americans love to eat a little something to satiate their appetites, healthy snacks or otherwise. According to SWNS Digital, a study revealed that 69% of us always have some type of on-the-go food tucked away in our handbags or backpacks. And when that snack attack hits, 56% of us have a need for the savory and reach for potato chips while 55% of go for the tried and true chocolate to meet our in-between meal needs and hankerings....

The Truth About Ryan Fitzpatrick From Serving The Hamptons Season 1 Discovery+/YouTube By Molly Clark/Updated: April 6, 2022 10:16 am EST Have you ever eaten at a fancy restaurant, noticed the camaraderie among the staff, and wondered what goes on off the clock? Well, now’s your chance to find out, as Discovery Plus will soon be releasing a new TV reality show, “Serving the Hamptons.” The five-episode docuseries follows the staff of 75 Main, one of the premier restaurants in Southampton, as they cook for and serve famous guests at the restaurant — including the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Bon Jovi, and the Kardashians....

This Might Be The Exact Date 7-Eleven’s Fall Coffee Drinks Return In 2022 Facebook By Brianna Corley/July 24, 2022 9:00 am EST Although winter may bring flavors of peppermint and summer offers strawberry-flavored bliss, many people are most enchanted by the seasonal flavors of fall. Of course, while food brands like Pop-Tart find themselves getting in on the limited-edition fall flavor fun, the taste of autumn is most renowned for being sipped in coffee cups....

This Might Be The Perfect Cookbook For Marvel Fans 20th Century Fox/YouTube By James Lewis/March 25, 2022 5:55 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Let’s make it clear that the best Marvel superhero is Star-Lord. Though appearing to be only a mere human, his whiff of arrogance despite being the underdog in intergalactic battles makes him easily one of the funniest Marvel characters. The soundtracks of his life are enviable with their perfection, too....

TikTok Is Dying To Know Where To Get This Mystery Skillet By Karen Hart/March 7, 2022 12:09 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. TikTok has definitely become a destination online, and not just for young kids wanting to learn the latest and greatest dance moves. Per Business Insider, the popular social media platform had more traffic than Google in 2021. One reason for its popularity is it is full of game-changing food content — the website and app have given us a trick that changed the way we make mashed potatoes, showcased people complaining about the tipping culture, confused us with breakfast hacks, and had many of us trying the viral feta pasta recipe that was all over the internet....

What’s The Real Difference Between Coriander And Cumin? Shutterstock By Nancy Mock/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:27 pm EST Cumin and coriander: These two flavorful and aromatic spices are often confused, and it’s easy to understand why, thanks to the fact that they are often paired together in recipes. Though cumin and coriander have much in common, the real difference between these two versatile herbs comes down to their flavors. MySpicer points out that both are essential components of the Indian spice blend garam masala, and used extensively in other Indian dishes....

Why Ice Hockey Player Guy Lafleur Launched A Gin Brand Focus On Sport/Getty By Linda Brockman/July 8, 2022 8:55 am EST How appropriate that the Guy Lafleur Wine and Spirits website would describe the ice hockey great’s No. 10 Gin as ‘peppery and powerful’ and ‘floral and subtly spicy.’ Lafleur, who died in April at age 70 after a bout with lung cancer, was a powerful force in Quebec sports, says The Sporting News....

You’ve Been Reheating Dumplings Wrong Your Whole Life AS Food studio/Shutterstock By Melissa Richter/Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 2:43 pm EST Awwww dumplings. Those little magical pockets of glistening pasta filled with a milage of savory meats, cheeses, and veggies. They are as intriguing as they are delightful to eat and many countries have their own culturally relevant versions of them. Everyone has their favorite, whether talking about tortellini or ravioli from Italy, South American empanadas, Eastern European piroshki, and pierogi, or Asian potstickers, momos, and gyoza, they are a truly universal cuisine that is beloved by many (via History)....

Alton Brown Let Twitter Know He Is ‘Done’ With This Type Of Dining Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 11:11 pm EST Alton Brown has long been known, in part, for his alternative takes on cooking. The new co-host of Netflix’s iteration of “Iron Chef” (via Variety) has been called a “quirky genius” by AP News, which noted that Brown “put[s] sumac in everything” and asks such questions as “Why aren’t we having pasta for breakfast?...

Buffalo Wild Wings’ New Chicken Sandwich Has A Saucy Twist The Image Party/Shutterstock By Derek Helling/Updated: July 15, 2022 8:53 pm EST While the debate rages over which are the absolute best chicken sandwiches in the US, Buffalo Wild Wings isn’t too chicken to throw its wing, or breast, into the ring. As a matter of fact, “B-Dubs” wants to rule the roost with its new chicken sandwich. Diners familiar with Buffalo Wild Wings’ usual presentation of chicken wings might find this new menu item especially tantalizing due to its saucy construction....

Classic Bloody Mary Recipe Jaime Shelbert/Mashed By Jaime Bachtell-Shelbert AND Mashed Staff/July 27, 2022 10:25 am EST A classic Bloody Mary is pretty much synonymous with brunch, and a big ol’ glass of tomato juice with a little bit of vodka is the perfect way to start the day. The great part about this drink is that it’s unique; whereas a lot of cocktails are sweet, this is salty and sometimes spicy, thanks to the additions of sriracha and horseradish....

Copycat McDonald’s Szechuan Sauce Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 24, 2022 3:05 pm EST Sure, McDonald’s famous Szechuan Sauce is delicious on McNuggets (or any nuggets), fries, burgers, chicken sandwiches, or anything else from the McDonald’s menu. Chef and recipe developer Miriam Hahn has a few other ideas, though, saying: “This sauce is great with egg rolls or lettuce wraps, too.” But let’s be honest: You could pour this sauce over a pair of loafers, and they’d probably taste pretty good....

Cracker Barrel’s New Cocktail Is Inspired By A Nostalgic Summer Treat Facebook By Lucy Maddox/May 18, 2022 4:11 pm EST With June only a couple weeks away, it’s finally starting to feel (and taste) like summer. People have said goodbye to rich soups and heavy stews, and welcomed light and refreshing dishes with open arms. From hamburgers and veggies on the grill to ice cream and sliced watermelon for dessert, there are so many crowd-pleasing seasonal foods that we look forward to eating all year long....

Dunkin’ Fans Are Divided Over Its Salted Caramel Announcement Spalnic/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/Feb. 23, 2022 1:17 pm EST February is in its final days, meaning that much of the nation is getting ready to bid farewell to winter and give a hearty hello to the warmer days of spring. As such, a number of restaurant chains are also switching up their menu to honor the upcoming season change, including Dunkin'....

Every Dum Dums Flavor Ranked Worst To Best Chelsea Lussier/Shutterstock By Helena Nichols/Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 9:30 am EST Dum Dums are an iconic candy. These lollipops have been a crucial part of so many crucial childhoods. They were invented in 1924, and the company was purchased from the original manufacturer by Spangler Candy in 1953. When this brand was established, Dum Dums were offered in just seven flavors; however, since then, the company has introduced and discontinued flavors, toying with the emotions and taste buds of its consumers....

Every Item At The Costco Food Court, Ranked Helena Nichols/Mashed By Helena Nichols/Updated: July 15, 2022 4:01 pm EST There have been a lot of casualties in the restaurant world during the current pandemic. Perhaps surprisingly, the Costco food court is included in that list. Over the past few years, Costco has quietly done away with many favorite options, citing the pandemic as the reason. Many other classic items have increased substantially in price, at least in terms of Costco standards....

Everything You Need To Know About The Huge Frozen Pizza Recall Darryl Brooks/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Aug. 16, 2022 6:05 pm EST Food recalls happen all too frequently, and their frequency is on the rise (per Time). As prepared foods are produced in mass quantities, it’s not unusual for something to eventually slip through the cracks of quality control, leading to a production error that results in a recall. Home Run Inn, a restaurant chain based in Illinois, has made a name for itself outside the Chicago area by selling its frozen pizzas in stores such as Walmart and Target....

Expensive Foods That Were Once Cheap Jocar Photography/Shutterstock By Alex Darus/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 11:12 am EST If you hit up a trendy steakhouse or a Michelin star restaurant, there are certain expensive food items you might expect to see on the menu. There’s often good reason for the price of things, from availability to the amount of labor that goes into getting certain items on your plate. Additionally, the reputation of certain foods can also drive up their price....

Foods That Aren’t Even Worth Saving As Leftovers Daisy Daisy/Shutterstock By Ian Stuart Bragan/April 13, 2022 3:45 pm EST Considering that over 100 billion pounds of food get thrown out every year in the U.S. per Feeding America, it is particularly important to cut down on waste in the kitchen. Many leftovers are actually better the next day — stews or chili both improve given a little time to sit — but that’s not the case for everything that isn’t finished at dinner....