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The Vegan Caramel Popcorn That’s Flying Off Trader Joe’s Shelves New Africa/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/May 27, 2022 11:30 am EST Caramel is one of the most popular candy ingredients on the market these days. In fact, it is growing at a faster pace than any other sector of the candy industry with business that is worth over $2.2 billion, according to Hank Izzo, the Vice President of Research and Development at Mars Chocolate (via Candy Industry)....

This Is The Best Type Of Fish For Fish And Chips Shutterstock By Sophie Putka/Updated: June 10, 2022 12:02 pm EST Ah, fish and chips — Britain’s most crispy, comforting culinary tradition. Everyone loves a hot crunchy fish with golden fries, even Queen Elizabeth herself! Chippies (short for fish and chip shops) are where memories are made, and as the BBC writes, “They sustained morale through two world wars and helped fuel Britain’s industrial prime....

This Might Explain Lex Luthor’s Jolly Rancher Scene In Batman V Superman George Sheldon/Shutterstock By Brianna Corley/June 1, 2022 6:23 pm EST In 2016, the Zack Snyder film “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” raised eyebrows with its “Martha” scene (per Observer), in which the superheroes stop their blood brawl because of their mothers sharing a first name. Similarly, the decision to portray Lex Luthor with a full head of hair when the character has traditionally been bald also caused some confusion, as Bustle points out....

Trader Joe’s Shoppers Are Wondering How ‘Simple’ Its Plant-Based Eggs Really Are Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/June 28, 2022 4:20 pm EST With more people exploring vegan and plant-based diets than ever before, it’s no surprise that more and more companies are looking to meet the increased demand by developing new plant-based products and vegan substitutes. One item that innovative food companies have been trying to crack in recent years has been the development of the perfect plant-based egg....

We Tried Cheez-It’s New Puff’d Scorchin’ Hot Cheddar. Here’s How It Went Amy Boyington/Mashed By Amy Boyington/Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 2:41 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re a fan of the Cheez-It brand and you like things a little spicy, then we’ve got just the snack for you to add to your pantry. The new Cheez-It Puff’d Scorchin’ Hot Cheddar gives a new take on the original crackers, perfect for those who love a little airy crunch mixed with some tongue-tingling flavor....

What’s The Difference Between Charcuterie And Antipasti? vlasna/Shutterstock By Gillian King/June 1, 2022 2:08 pm EST You often see charcuterie and antipasti used interchangeably on menus, as a heading for the appetizer section or to refer to a specific dish comprising artfully arranged meats and cheeses spread on a butter-smooth stone tray or rustic serving board. These beautiful boards seem like they’re everywhere — you can’t even scroll social media without these Instagram-perfect boards popping up....

Why A Bottle Of Wine Just Sold For $12,300 Day Of Victory Studio/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/March 21, 2022 2:24 pm EST The average cost of a bottle of wine in the United States in 2020 was between $10.97 and $15.51 (via House Method), but some people are willing to spend a lot more for the right bottle. According to Vivino, while a bottle of average-quality red wine usually goes for about $15....

12 Types Of Pumpkin And How To Use Them Bloomberg/Getty Images By Jamila Khan/July 20, 2022 11:19 am EST Whether it be Halloween or Thanksgiving, pumpkin is undoubtedly the ultimate holiday vegetable. From whole pumpkins and carved pumpkins to pumpkin pies, puddings, cakes, cookies, candies, spiced pumpkin latte, and everything nice, there’s nothing that you can’t use the good ol’ pumpkin for. The pumpkin supremacy doesn’t end here, though. This orange-colored, round vegetable has even made its way into skincare products and scented candles....

17 Different European Cheeses You Need To Try At Least Once sweet marshmallow/Shutterstock By Julia Dunn/July 11, 2022 8:23 pm EST Hard, soft, aromatic, mild, crumbly, smooth, aged, or fresh: the world of cheese is vast, beautiful, tasty, and sometimes stinky. Cheese is the stuff of charcuterie boards, dinner parties, and fancy restaurants. In that image, Europe has become synonymous with cheese: creamy Bries, orange cheddar, and tangy feta are only some of what the continent has to offer....

Contrary To Popular Belief, Guinness Isn’t Actually Brown Pitchayaarch Photography/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/March 17, 2022 8:30 pm EST There are few beers more iconic than Guinness — the stout famously brewed in Dublin, Ireland, with a creamy, velvety, well balanced character and distinctive flavor profile with notes of coffee, malt, and chocolate. Guinness has become a staple in taverns and restaurants around the world and is continuously ranked among the world’s top beers, according to VinePair, Newsweek, and many other sources....

Crystelle Pereira Confirmed What We Suspected All Along About GBBO’s Noel Fielding Jeff Spicer/Getty Images By Vedran Maslovara/June 27, 2022 10:55 am EST While baking fans among us patiently wait for the new season of “The Great British Bake Off” to start, why not look back on the past season and some of its most memorable contestants? Crystelle Pereira was a finalist on Season 12 of the competition series, and although she didn’t win (spoiler alert — Bristol-based Italian engineer Giuseppe Dell’Anno was the winner), she was so proud of Dell’Anno that she posted a heartfelt tribute to him on her Instagram page....

Everything You Need To Know About Slovakian Bryndza Cheese VladKK/Shutterstock By Nads Willow/Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 4:09 pm EST Bryndza, a white, creamy, and crumbly cheese from the mountains of Eastern Europe, has been a favorite for generations in Slovakia. In fact, the unique quality of the cheese is considered to be a protected product within the country (via Grand Magazine). Culinary cultural pride is what gives produce and recipes a sense of place, and cheese is no exception — whether it’s feta from Greece or Parmesan from Italy....

Here’s How Many Restaurants Aarón Sánchez Actually Owns DFree/Shutterstock By Amberly Mckee/July 4, 2022 10:20 am EST For fans of “MasterChef,” Aarón Sánchez is a household name. Although now an esteemed judge for the popular FOX network show, Chef Aarón Sánchez’s website mentions his work on an array of other food-based projects. He was on Food Network as a “Chopped” and “Chopped Junior” judge and hosted the Cooking Channel’s “Taco Trip” and two Spanish shows: “3 Minutos con Aarón” and “MOTOCHEFS”....

How A Popular Snack-Food Brand Wants To Help You Pop The Question Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP By Justina Huddleston/May 17, 2022 12:51 pm EST We’re not afraid to splurge on our favorite snack foods when the craving strikes. Sure, we’re always trying to figure out how to save money at the grocery store, but when it’s snacktime, we’re going for the name brand — or at least some comparable Kirkland Signature products. We’ll save money by getting store brand paper towels or something instead....

How Natural Grocers Is Focusing On Affordable Meals Amid Rising Food Costs Facebook By Elaina Friedman/May 27, 2022 2:08 pm EST You don’t need to read the news compulsively to know that a global food shortage is looming. With factors like record-high inflation, climate change, the war in Ukraine, and lingering supply chain issues from the COVID-19 pandemic at play, grocery stores are ramping up prices on common items like eggs, bread, beef, and fruit juice to stay afloat, even amid widespread food insecurity, per NBC News....

Insomnia Cookies Just Dropped An Epic Deal For Easter Facebook By Amanda Tarlton/April 15, 2022 6:28 pm EST Born out of a college dorm room, Insomnia Cookies has been a staple in the late-night food delivery space since it came into existence in 2003. With more than 100 locations across the country, Insomnia is, as the name suggests, most famous for its freshly baked cookies, which you can get delivered warm out of the oven right to your doorstep every day (and night) from 10 a....

Instagram Can’t Get Enough Of Ree Drummond’s Egg ASMR Bobby Bank/Getty Images By Melissa Campana/Aug. 21, 2022 2:35 pm EST Some say that eggs make the best pets because of how quiet they are. Full of nutrition and probably more highly recommended as a source of selenium than your average pet (according to Healthline), the humble egg is often overlooked by those in the market for a new domestic pal, who opt instead for the larger, louder (and possibly overrated) dog or cat....

What caused the potential salmonella contamination and is Strauss responsible? Konektus Photo/Shutterstock The Times of Israel’s headline claims that the “Health Ministry report on salmonella recall slams Strauss,” and if the Health Ministry report does in fact include information laid out by The Jerusalem Post, the results are concerning. The latter publication alleges the report contains multiple findings that could have resulted in the salmonella contamination including the presence of pigeons in the factory, which are known to have bacteria in their feces....

Martha Stewart Added An Unexpected Ingredient To Her Pasta Recipe Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Updated: April 12, 2022 8:59 am EST If you follow the latest Martha Stewart updates as we do, you probably think her recipes reign supreme, especially her simpler ones. After all, who could argue with a flavorful, carb-laden dish that could be cooked up in one pot, and completed in 20 minutes from prep to finish?...

New Survey Reveals The Seasonal Fast-Food Item People Would Love To Have Year-Round JeniFoto/Shutterstock By Rebecca Cherico/Aug. 24, 2022 11:44 am EST It’s almost fall! It seems like people start clamoring for pumpkin spice as soon as there’s a hint of crispness in the air (per The Boston Globe). Consumers impatiently wait for the release of their favorite items, and according to Study Finds, autumn is the season that most people associate with their favorite seasonal foods....