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TikTok Is Swooning Over A Dog-Loving Starbucks Employee NATA FUANGKAEW/Shutterstock By Savanna Swain-Wilson/April 4, 2022 10:55 pm EST Some people love their Starbucks, but you know who also can’t get enough of the Seattle-based coffee chain? Dogs. Across social media, you can find countless videos that show pooches burrowing their snouts into pup cups, a pet-friendly treat on the not-so-secret menu. Anyone who’s ever ordered a Starbucks Puppucino for their dog knows most baristas are more than happy to make it for free....

Traditional Latke Recipe Alexandra Shytsman/Mashed By Alexandra Shytsman AND Mashed Staff/July 25, 2022 1:52 pm EST The Eastern European fried potato pancakes, also known as latkes, are one of the most recognizable foods from Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine. Crispy and golden, they’re festive, fun to eat, and — let’s face it — borderline addictive. The great news is that it doesn’t have to be Hannukah, and you certainly don’t have to identify as Jewish to enjoy these crackly fritters....

We Tried Burger King’s New Cheesy Breakfast Melt. Here’s How It Went Jenny Kellerhals/Mashed By Jenny Kellerhals/June 3, 2022 1:20 pm EST Never ones to turn down anything cheesy, we were excited to finally get our hands on the new Cheesy Breakfast Melts from Burger King. Launched mid-May, the three breakfast sandwiches are now offered at the top of the breakfast menu. The fast-food giant is known for coming up with creative new menu options, but some of its more recent breakfast items haven’t exactly stood the test of time....

What MasterChef Winner Dorian Hunter Is Doing Now Instagram By Boshika Gupta/Updated: May 10, 2022 10:26 am EST Celebrity chef Dorian Hunter delighted viewers with her stint on the tenth season of the popular show, MasterChef. According to RealityTvVisited, Hunter managed to impress the judges with her final dish on the show: a scrumptious meal with scallops, lemon blueberry tart, and short rib. Her plans post-show were ambitious: she wished to improve her cooking skills further and work with the judges from the show, as well as write her cookbook and open her own eatery....

Why Leftover Steak Will Probably Disappoint You FoodAndPhoto/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/March 19, 2022 9:04 pm EST Boy, wouldn’t it be great to have a delicious steak dinner right now? Maybe a nice, juicy sirloin served with gravy? Or perhaps you’re in the mood for a tender, flavorful filet mignon served in a rich pan sauce? No matter what cut of steak you choose or how you like it cooked, there’s no denying that a steak dinner is something special....

Workers Reveal What It’s Really Like To Work At Jimmy John’s Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Crysta Coburn/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 1:21 pm EST Jimmy John’s is a sandwich chain launched by James Jimmy John Liautaud in 1983 in an old garage in Charleston, Illinois. Impressively, Liautaud was only 19 years old at the time. The restaurant joined the franchise game ten years later. Since then, Jimmy John’s has grown to include over 2,700 restaurants....

Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus Recipe Susan Olayinka/Mashed By Susan Olayinka AND Mashed Staff/Updated: March 28, 2022 12:14 am EST You’d be hard-pressed to find something you can’t cook in an air fryer, as it’s easily one of the most versatile kitchen gadgets to have ever been created. If you’re an asparagus fan, you might want to try prepping the green veggie in the air fryer the next time you need a scrumptious side dish....

Alton Brown’s Best Tip For The Fudgiest Brownies Ever David Livingston/Getty Images By Rebecca Cherico/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 4:40 pm EST Alton Brown has got to be one of the most intriguing cooks out there. He’s just the right mix of food nerd, professional chef, and risk-taking showman to keep things interesting all the time. We could never forget his lessons on brining, or the idea of using a waffle iron for bacon; his instructions are simply too memorable....

Coconut Martini Cocktail Recipe Catherine Brookes/Mashed By Catherine Brookes AND Mashed Staff/Aug. 30, 2022 1:00 pm EST “You put the lime in the coconut, you drink ’em both together …” If this rings a bell, you’ve probably heard the ’70s novelty hit “Coconut” by Harry Nilsson in one of the many movies or TV shows it’s been used in. If the flavor combo appeals to you but you think it would be even better with booze, well, this is the drink recipe for you....

Cody Candelario Talks Mental Health, Gordon Ramsay, And His New Shows - Exclusive Interview FOX By Hanna Claeson/Updated: April 12, 2022 12:47 pm EST Cody Candelario identifies as a competitor, in case that wasn’t abundantly clear after watching him rise through the ranks on “Hell’s Kitchen.” “I think it’s a different muscle,” he told Mashed. High-pressure moments — times when you might see other chefs on cooking competitions storm off-set with smoke coming out of their ears — are what make Candelario tick....

Duff Goldman’s ‘Secret Weapon’ In Baking Is So Simple Sterling Munksgard/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: April 25, 2022 3:41 pm EST Whipping up a homemade red velvet cake or a from-scratch apple pie sounds like what Pinterest dreams are made of. But baking can feel like an exact science, and one that requires some knowledge, patience, and a few tricks of the trade. If there’s anyone to take baking advice from, it would be Duff Goldman, who believes everyone can always perfect their craft further....

Easter Egg Cookies Recipe Ting Dalton/Mashed By Ting Dalton AND Mashed Staff/March 23, 2022 4:42 pm EST Easter egg cookies are undoubtedly one of the best desserts you can make for the holiday. These cookies would be great to go inside of the kiddos’ Easter basket, or they would be a wonderful addition to serve with brunch. The cookies boast a sweet, chewy batter, and the addition of Cadbury mini eggs and chocolate chips live up to any chocolate lover’s expectation....

Every Quest Bar Flavor Ranked From Worst To Best The Image Party/Shutterstock By Kori Ellis/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 12:57 pm EST If you’re looking for a filling and healthy snack when you’re on the run, a protein bar is often your best bet. Protein is not only beneficial for your health, it also helps you feel full and reduces hunger levels. While there are countless protein bar brands available these days, if you’re picking the Quest Bar brand, you can rest assured that your money will be well spent....

Here’s Where You Can Drink Justin Bieber’s New Biebs Brew Coffee Tim Hortons By Gillie Houston/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 6:52 am EST Two of Canada’s most well-known exports are joining forces on a refreshing drink that will keep you caffeinated all summer long. In a press release, Tim Hortons announced the debut of its latest collaboration with popstar and notable Canadian Justin Bieber. The Grammy-winning musician first teamed up with the Canadian coffee brand last November on a line of specialty chocolate-coated donut holes — or Timbits, as the company calls them — dubbed “Timbiebs....

How Wendy’s Changed Value Menus Forever TY Lim/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/May 3, 2022 1:14 pm EST When you’re eating fast food, you’re most likely thinking about eating on the cheap. You want a burger, fries, and a drink paid for with nothing but some spare cash from the cupholder in your car. For those who want the most bang for their buck, they turn to the classic value menu. The combo meal is a staple of all fast food restaurants, from McDonald’s to Burger King, but it wasn’t Ronald McDonald or The King who reinvented the value meal....

Huge Mistakes Everyone Makes When Shopping At Sam’s Club Scott Olson/Getty Images By Eric Mohrman/Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 2:09 am EST To bulk, or not to bulk, that is the question many consumers grapple with. Is it more cost-effective to buy at a discount in large quantities, even when paying an annual membership fee at a warehouse club? Fortunately, in the 400-something years since Shakespeare wrote these famous lines for his tragically cost-conscious shopper Hamlet, we’ve compiled data to help people make smart decisions about where to purchase groceries, toiletries, cleaning products, electronics, and other goods....

Iconic Movie Critic Roger Ebert Was A Huge Fan Of Steak ‘N Shake stocklight/Shutterstock By Emily Weaver/March 5, 2022 11:17 am EST Founded in 1934 by Gus Belt, Steak ‘N Shake got its name from fusing the words “steakburger” and “milkshake” together (via the official website). Since then, it has become a landmark in American fast food history, and no one was a bigger diehard fan than legendary movie critic Roger Ebert....

Lidia Bastianich’s Calamari Photo Is Turning Heads On Instagram Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Updated: June 9, 2022 5:27 pm EST Translated from its native Italian, “calamari” means squid. It’s most commonly served battered and fried in American restaurants but can be prepared in a variety of ways. In Spain and Italy, they utilize it in dishes like paella, pasta, and risotto. In Portugal, it’s typically served as grilled squid ring kebabs....

Parsley Vs. Cilantro: How To Choose Between Them Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/Updated: June 15, 2022 1:31 pm EST If you’ve ever come home with a grocery bag of goodies ready to make guacamole, only to realize you grabbed parsley instead of cilantro, we can relate. Is it just us, or do they purposefully place these two herbs right next to each other on the shelf, hoping we’ll have to make a second trip to the store?...

Priya Krishna Talks Selena + Chef, Puffy Tacos, And Why Microwaves Are Underrated - Exclusive Interview NYT Cooking/YouTube By Crawford Smith/Aug. 30, 2022 10:42 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Priya Krishna is a major force in the world of food media. She creates recipes, does investigative journalism, writes, and hosts videos. Per Krishna’s website, she began her career at David Chang’s now-defunct magazine, “Lucky Peach....