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The Real Reason Climate Change Could Affect The US Food Supply YEINISM/Shutterstock By Michael La Corte/March 25, 2022 4:11 pm EST While the two may initially seem like separate issues, the state of our food systems and the looming dangers of climate change are very interlinked. In fact, global warming could make food less safe to eat, among other problems. In a conversation with Foodbeast, NASA’s Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig further elaborates on this topic, noting that “the past eight years have been the warmest consecutively since modern record keeping began in 1880,” surmising that “increase heat isn’t good news for our food supply....

The Real Reason One Chinese Tea Costs More Than $184,000 Natallia Ustsinava/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/April 28, 2022 7:38 pm EST If a food or drink comes with an eye-watering price tag, it’s usually because of scarcity. For example, the cost of real wasabi goes into the hundreds of dollars per kilogram because the root can only be grown in running water that is kept at a very specific band of temperature....

The Untold Truth Of Chicken Tikka Masala Africa Studio/Shutterstock By Crysta Coburn/April 1, 2022 11:50 am EST Since the dawn of the 21st century, Indian cuisine has been steadily growing in popularity in the United States. (It has long been beloved in the United Kingdom.) In fact, Indian food is among the top four most popular cuisines across the entire globe (alongside Italian, Japanese, and Chinese) according to “Dining Out as Cultural Trade” by Joel Waldfogel for the National Bureau of Economic Research....

The Untold Truth Of Xi’an Famous Foods Facebook By Andrew Sheldon/June 3, 2022 11:32 am EST Take a gander at any list of the best Chinese restaurants in America, and you’re bound to come across the name Xi’an Famous Foods. While it may be relatively unknown to those outside its hometown of New York City, this chain of fast-casual eateries is no secret to locals. After opening in 2005, Xi’an (pronounced “shee-AHN”) Famous Foods exploded in popularity in large part thanks to its authenticity (and a boost from a popular chef-turned-television host)....

Top Chef Season 19 Winner Buddha Lo On Winning, Cooking, And Success Formulas - Exclusive Interview David Moir/Bravo By Crawford Smith/Updated: June 8, 2022 4:45 pm EST Buddha Lo has now been revealed as the winner of “Top Chef” Season 19, wowing the panel of judges with the dishes he presented during the show’s big finale. Lo’s menu, which included a hamachi starter, lobster laksa for the second course, Mongolian lamb entree, and pumpkin mille-feuille, was seemingly perfect with no weak spots, and earned the budding star a decisive victory over the other two finalists, Evelyn Garcia and Sarah Welch (via People)....

What Is Polenta And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Keira Wingate/Updated: May 3, 2022 1:57 pm EST If you’ve ever enjoyed what’s commonly known as “hot porridge,” it’s quite possible you were taking a bite of polenta. This Italian dish is similar to grits and is likewise eaten nice and hot. While it isn’t a hugely popular food in the U.S., it’s been gaining traction in recent years and has become a menu option even at gourmet restaurants....

Why Instagram Is So Upset About Giada De Laurentiis’ Cozy Backyard FashionStock.com/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/March 6, 2022 2:40 pm EST Another day, another example of someone rich and famous demonstrating to the world via social media that they have absolutely no idea what does and doesn’t play in Peoria – and the entire rest of the planet. During the dark days of quarantine we were treated to celebs whining about quarantining in their multimillion-dollar digs and luxury bathtubs, then a few months later we got to see J Lo flinging costly jewelry on a beach in an Instagram video that wasn’t too well-received by her non-millionaire fan base....

Why You Should Soak Garlic Cloves In Water Before Peeling Them gresei/Shutterstock By Abby Tariq/May 20, 2022 9:10 am EST What’s not to love about garlic? Setting aside the amazing health benefits and its ability to repeal vampires, it gives many foods a unique flavor. While garlic is an essential cooking ingredient, the actual process of peeling garlic cloves can become tedious. After all, it might take a while before you actually get to the part of the bulb you want....

You Can Only Get Mtn Dew’s New Flavor At This Restaurant Chain MDV Edwards/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/March 3, 2022 5:13 pm EST Where Coca-Cola is more associated with oil paintings of Santa Claus and cans with your name on them, Mountain Dew paints itself as the soda for the daredevil, the gamer, the person who craves action and adventure in everything they do — or at least that’s what they try to do....

15 Genius KFC Hacks You Wish You’d Known Sooner WUTTISAK PROMCHOO/Shutterstock By Michael Sommers AND Tšhegofatšo Ndabane/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 2:08 pm EST Apart from the Kentucky Derby, bourbon, and the Louisville Slugger, Kentucky Fried Chicken and its founder turned mascot, Colonel Sanders, is bound to spring to mind as soon as there’s the mere mention of Kentucky. From its humble beginnings as a restaurant and motel in Corbin, Kentucky (via Sanders Cafe & Museum), and its perfected-over-time blend of 11 herbs and spices, to the Colonel’s signature white suit and first bucket of chicken served on the premises, KFC has delivered yummy, fried goodness to many a happy patron....

70 Best Chicken Dinner Recipes So Good You’ll Want To Make Them Every Day Shutterstock By DB Kelly AND Nancy Mock/Updated: May 9, 2022 12:39 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Chicken has been a staple protein for a long, long time — and fortunately, we’ve come a long way in figuring out creative ways to get it to the dinner table. It wasn’t that long ago that Grandma might have been leaning heavy on the chicken-and-green-bean casserole and the old standby of roast chicken, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with either of those....

Air Fryer Plantains Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/May 26, 2022 12:37 pm EST Plantains may look like bananas, but they sure don’t taste like them. Bananas are primarily eaten plain or used for desserts as they have a sweet flavor, but plantains are far starchier and not all that sweet. While recipe developer Miriam Hahn says “you can make plantains either sweet or savory,” if you want them sweet you’ll probably want to add sugar or another sweetener to boost the flavor....

Creamy Bean Pie Recipe Kristen Carli/Mashed By Kristen Carli AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 28, 2022 2:53 pm EST What do carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie have in common? They’re all desserts featuring vegetables! And thanks to recipe developer and private practice registered dietician Kristen Carli, another (slightly less familiar) treat is about to join your veggie-filled sweet recipe repertoire — and that delight is bean pie. Based off of the name, you might be a tad skeptical of bean pie and think, “A pie that’s made with beans … to have for dessert?...

Easy Mustard Greens Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/July 25, 2022 2:08 pm EST Mustard greens, while delicious, are often overlooked in favor of other popular greens like arugula, kale, or spinach. If you do opt to enjoy mustard greens as a side dish, then you’ll not only experience an abundance of flavor, but you’ll also glean a number of health benefits. Recipe developer and wellness coach Miriam Hahn can attest to those health benefits with her easy mustard greens recipe: “Mustard greens fall into the category of cruciferous vegetables which have been shown to [help] prevent cancer, are anti-inflammatory, contain lots of antioxidants and are alkaline for the body,” she explains....

Hocus Pocus Themed Cereal Is Just In Time For Spooky Season Facebook By Brianna Corley/Aug. 9, 2022 2:13 pm EST When the spooky season nears, Halloween fans might set their sights on a movie they have to watch to properly get into the ghoulish holiday spirit. While some may choose the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” or “Ghost Busters” as their must-see Halloween flick, others might pick “Hocus Pocus.” In fact, the movie is so popular that, according to USA Today, Freeform played it “27 times” during its 2020 31 days of Halloween TV special to appease fans of the Sanderson sisters....

How Alec Baldwin Ties Into The Strange Bad Vegan Story Tinseltown/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/March 16, 2022 11:38 am EST Before online dating apps like Tinder became a thing, potential partners supposedly met on Twitter. Or, that’s what happened in the case of Sarma Melngailis, at least. Before she met her infamous beau, Anthony Strangis (or Shane Fox as he first went by on Twitter), the vegan queen was running one of the hottest restaurants in New York City: Pure Food and Wine....

How Sarma Melngailis Used Her Bad Vegan Money Paul Hawthorne/Getty Images By Nancy Mock/March 17, 2022 7:25 pm EST In Netflix’s new series, “Bad Vegan: Fame. Fraud. Fugitives.,” viewers learn the story of Sarma Melngailis, a woman once dubbed the “queen of vegan cuisine” for the overwhelming success of her plant-based New York City restaurant, Pure Food and Wine. However, this success couldn’t save her or her empire after she began funneling money from her business to her former husband, Anthony Strangis....

Kyle Richards’ Go-To Jack-In-The-Box Order Is Surprisingly Simple Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/March 10, 2022 12:39 pm EST Formerly a child actor, Kyle Richards shot to superstardom as part of Bravo’s popular “Real Housewives” franchise, with Richards hailing from the illustrious and famous 90210 zip code associated with Beverly Hills. The ladies from the show love to spill the tea over a good bottle of champagne. They also like to eat at some of the most posh restaurants in town....

Mountain Dew Just Dropped A Fruity New Flavor — But Only In One Place Steve Cukrov/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/May 5, 2022 12:24 pm EST Just when you think you’ve run out of ways to enjoy the beverage, Mountain Dew always seems to have another trick up its sleeve. The popular citrus-flavored soda is introducing its newest flavor. Mountain Dew Purple Thunder is a bright purple concoction that, according to ChewBoom, will taste like an infusion of blackberry and plum....

Savory Fried Pork And Cabbage Gyoza Recipe Tommy Leung/ Mashed By Tommy Leung/Updated: July 5, 2022 2:48 pm EST Most people don’t know that you don’t have to go out to a Japanese restaurant to enjoy quality gyoza, and it can be made in the comfort of your own home. One of the most well-known appetizers in the world of Asian cuisine is undoubtedly pork gyoza. It can be steamed or fried, but our personal preference is to fry it because the crisp outer shell is to-die-for....