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The Biggest Scandals To Ever Hit Top Chef Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images By Justina Huddleston AND Andrew Sheldon/Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 2:33 pm EST Bravo’s “Top Chef” has been on the air for over 15 years, so it’s no surprise that over the years it’s seen its fair share of scandals (via IMDb). More than 250 chefs have competed on the show, and more than 200 people have appeared on the show as guest judges, so from sheer volume alone you would expect a scandal or two to pop up over time....

The High-Tech Kitchen Item Costco Shoppers Are Running To Buy Arsenie Krasnevsky/Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: July 25, 2022 9:54 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether it’s Costco’s rotisserie chicken, the massive bags of brownie brittle, or a few packs of Kirkland bacon, fans of the wholesaler know that certain Costo foods have extremely strong followings. But the fellowship of followers is sometimes led in a different direction, one that doesn’t scream “crunch” or “cook” so much as “freeze” and “drink....

The Ice Cream-Inspired Dress That’s Made Of Cocoa Beans Maddie Red/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/July 6, 2022 11:42 am EST There has been a surprising amount of food-based clothing over the years. Lady Gaga’s meat dress, which was “a statement against the governmental restrictions placed on the rights of gay soldiers,” per Billboard, made international headlines when she wore it in 2010. Then there was the Nike Air Max 90 Burger Sneaker made from — you guessed it — hamburger ingredients, like beef patties, sesame baguettes, cheese, pickles, and tomatoes (per Delish)....

The Most Overrated Food, According To Andrew Zimmern Alex Goodlett/Getty Images By Taylor Huang/Updated: April 10, 2022 7:14 pm EST It’s pretty bold to label any food as “overrated,” but if there is anyone to get away with it, it’s certainly Andrew Zimmern. And the celebrity chef did exactly that as he answered questions about travel and food during an “Ask Me Anything (AMA)” segment on a February 2022 episode of his “Spilled Milk” series....

The One Plant-Based Steak J. Kenji López-Alt Actually Recommends Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/July 30, 2022 10:00 am EST It wasn’t too far in the past when those who chose to adopt the vegetarian or vegan lifestyle would have had to say goodbye to steak forever. But here we are. In a July Instagram video, noted food writer J. Kenji López-Alt, who has said he “limits [his] meat consumption, especially red meat, for a variety of reasons,” via Joro, is seen cutting into a piece of filet mignon — except it isn’t....

The Origin Of Key Lime Pie May Shock You viennetta/Shutterstock By Nicole Rivas/July 6, 2022 11:20 am EST For many Floridians, the story of key lime pie is as easy as, well, pie. Britannica explains that key lime pie originated in the 19th century in Key West, Florida, a place where sun and citrus abound. Since its inception, the pie has become a large part of Florida’s culinary identity, with an abundance of key lime pie shops and bakeries in existence all over Key West and beyond, per Destination Daydreamer....

The Popular Sweet Treat Andrew Zimmern Says ‘Sucks’ Kevin Winter/Getty Images By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/June 16, 2022 8:07 am EST If you haven’t noticed, one current food infatuation is raw cookie dough, or “edible” cookie dough, as it is called when it is made expressly for eating unbaked. How widespread is this trend? One recent TikTok video demonstrating a recipe for the sweet indulgence has 14.4 million views. But what’s the appeal of edible cookie dough when warm, freshly baked cookies are so delicious?...

The Secret Ingredient To In-N-Out’s Sauce According To Joshua Weissman - Exclusive Joshua Weissman By Hanna Claeson/March 3, 2022 12:56 pm EST YouTuber Joshua Weissman will never skimp on sauces, and his 5.84 million subscribers on the platform know this well. “I think that sauce is single-handedly the most important element to any food, period,” Weissman proclaimed to Mashed in an exclusive interview. “[It’s] very underrated, very misunderstood.” Weissman also copped to preferring store-bought ketchup, as well as Cholula hot sauce, and Sriracha....

The Untold Truth Of Philz Coffee Instagram By Karen Fredrickson/Updated: April 20, 2022 4:39 pm EST Philz Coffee sees itself as a unique experience, and in many ways it is. One of the major differences between Philz Coffee and your average local coffee shop is that it doesn’t serve espresso — and that means there are no lattes to be found on its menu (via HuffPost). Phil Jaber started the coffee shop in the Mission District of San Francisco in 2002....

The Untold Truth Of Tapatio The Image Party/Shutterstock By Trevor Carlson/May 18, 2022 6:16 pm EST With its deep shade of red and remarkably pleasant spice level, Tapatío has become one of the most widespread and recognizable hot sauces in the country. For many of us, Tapatío’s accessibility made it one of the first bottles of hot sauce that we regularly reached for. Compared to other leading brands that are highly vinegar based, Tapatío’s flavor profile is less acidic but equally flavorful....

The US City With The Most Trader Joe’s Locations Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock By Gabriela Izquierdo/July 6, 2022 8:44 am EST Wandering through aisles, searching sales, and bumping into shopping carts — grocery shopping can be a chore. However, this isn’t the case for all stores, as some grocery chains are seen as fun destinations. Take the fan-favorite store Trader Joe’s for example. Whether it be a new item drop, recipe idea, or grocery haul, Trader Joe’s is a TikTok sensation where many customers actually enjoy shopping in-store....

Thieves Just Looted $23,000 Worth Of Dutch Cheese. Here’s Why Tim Graham/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/April 8, 2022 12:21 pm EST While the Hamburglar might be sneaking around the Golden Arches waiting to get his hands on that Big Mac, other food thieves are looking for a bigger bounty. At the same time, no one wants to get caught with their hands stuck between two stolen buns. But, if the evidence could just melt away, then a food caper might be the perfect edible crime....

Tom Colicchio Reveals Why There Isn’t A Top Chef GOAT Season lev radin/Shutterstock By Naomi Kennedy/July 7, 2022 9:42 am EST It’s hard to believe it’s been 16 years since Bravo’s “Top Chef” first appeared on our TV screens, but believe it, dear readers, because it’s true. The cooking competition made its debut on March 8, 2006, according to IMDb, and in the years since, has turned dozens of chefs into household names....

Trader Joe’s Shoppers Came Up With The Ideal Hack For Its Spicy Lemonade Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock By Sophia Lo/May 10, 2022 5:27 pm EST With summer around the corner, it’s time to break out recipes for summer cocktails. We’ve got some dangerously easy cocktail recipes, but sometimes all you need is a great mixer to get the party started. You might already be familiar with Trader Joe’s spicy mango lemonade that shoppers enjoyed this drink as a mixer in cocktails and mocktails, so it’s no surprise that Trader Joe’s fans want to do the same with the store’s jalapeño limeade....

What Do You Make To Wow At A Potluck Dinner? Reddit Has Answers Michael Revis/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/March 24, 2022 5:12 pm EST Potluck dinners are a great way to sample a wide variety of different meals, without having to do all the hard work of preparing everything yourself. However, whether you are hosting or simply attending a potluck, it can still take a little time to come up with a great idea, and then do all the shopping, prepping, and cooking necessary to deliver a delicious part of the meal....

What Were Bryan Cranston And Aaron Paul Doing At Costco This Week? Kevin Winter/Getty By Lauren Cahn/Updated: June 8, 2022 5:49 pm EST It’s ironic that nearly a decade since “Breaking Bad,” whenever we see former TV tough-guys Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul in the same room, we still can’t help but default to dad-joke mode, wondering, as we do, “What’s cooking?” But apparently, all dad-joking aside, these two made such an indelible impression as meth-cooking frenemies on AMC’s critically acclaimed jewel-in-the-crown, “Breaking Bad,” that they’ve come to agree that whenever they feel like working together, at least for the foreseeable future, it might be best for both of their careers if they do so outside of acting gigs, per Forbes....

Why Free-Range Poultry Is In Lockdown — And What It Means For Eggs l i g h t p o e t/Shutterstock By Maria Faller/May 2, 2022 11:22 am EST In the past few months, we have heard a lot about inflation and how it affects us in various ways from gas prices to groceries. While food shopping, chances are you’ve noticed a significant increase in your bill and perhaps have even had to adjust your monthly budget....

Why Ree Drummond Almost Didn’t Marry Her Husband Monica Schipper/Getty Images By Margaret McCormick/May 17, 2022 3:44 pm EST Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman who hosts a television show of the same name, didn’t swipe right to meet the man of her dreams. There wasn’t an app for that yet. She didn’t meet him in the hallway during high school or at the office, or at church, or at a party, or at a wedding, or through mutual friends — or any of the other ways people commonly meet their significant others (via The Knot)....

Why Some U.S. Liquor Stores Are Pulling Russian Products From Shelves AtlasStudio/Shutterstock By Molly Clark/Feb. 28, 2022 12:39 pm EST Liquor stores across the United States are supporting Ukraine following the Russian invasion by pulling Russian-made products from their shelves. According to Deseret News, the governors of both New Hampshire and Utah have issued executive orders mandating a cease-sale of liquors from Russia, and Ohio has banned the sale of Russian vodka in its stores....

Why The Bulk Nuts At Whole Foods Might Not Be Worth It Instagram By Lauren Farkas/Aug. 13, 2022 10:00 am EST When it comes to buying on a budget, savvy grocery shoppers know that the bulk aisle is the way to go. Goods like dried pasta, oats, grains, legumes, and spices are not only fresher, but their lack of packaging usually makes for cheaper (and more environmentally friendly) options when broken down pound for pound....