Foodie - Live a Delicious Life: Kitchen Tips, Culinary History, Restaurant Recs (2024)

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  Facts ByDhruv Trivedi

  The Reason Ackee Fruit Is Banned In The US

  Raw ackee can be dangerous to deal with because it harbors a toxin. See the history of the fruit, why the FDA clamped down, and how you can enjoy, if you dare.

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  Facts ByDeirdre Mundorf

  Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Short Ribs As Explained By Chefs

  Short ribs can be the star of any meal but they can easily ruin an evening. So, we spoke with two experts to help you avoid these short rib cooking mistakes.

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• Grocery

  Grocery ByRolland Judd

  The Reason Costco's Rotisserie Chickens Have A 2-Hour Shelf Life

  Costco rotisserie chickens are one of the most sold items by volume at the store. See why the retailer has a strict time limit for keeping them on display.

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• Kitchen

  Kitchen ByCarrie Lindsey

  How Long Does It Take To Steam Green Beans In The Microwave?

  Steaming green beans is a simple operation however you approach it. Either pick up of a version you can steam right in the bag, or pop in a dish and nuke.

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  Facts ByHunter Reis

  11 Celebrity Chefs And The Foods They Hate

  Not every food is for everyone including celebrity chefs, despite their mastery of recipes and flavor. Here are 11 foods these celeb chefs cannot stand.

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  Facts ByLauren Farkas

  What Really Puts The Spice In Tajín Seasoning

  See which peppers bring the heat to Tajín seasoning, giving the popular blend a distinct flavor. Give a palatable kick to co*cktails and fresh fruits.

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• Drink

  Drink ByChelsea Jackle

  Ever Wonder If Uncarbonated Beer Is A Thing?

  Although flat beer is generally considered by many to be unpalatable, there are reasons why some drinkers mya desire options with less carbonation.

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  Facts ByLily Greenall

  The Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cooking Green Beans Laid Out By Expert Chefs

  Preserving the mild flavor of green beans is a delicate affair. So, we spoke to three expert chefs to give you the low-down on how to best prepare them.

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• Grocery

  Grocery ByDhruv Trivedi

  Give Your Egg Sandwich An Italian Twist And Add Tomato Sauce

  If you're sick of your plain old egg sandwich, try spicing things up a bit with an Italian twist. The twist in question? Tomato sauce. You'll never go back.

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  Facts ByRolland Judd

  How Many Pizzas Do You Need To Order For 20 People?

  Whether you're in Cincinnati or Naples, pizza is a great way to feed a crowd. But how many to order? Our formula estimates just how many pies to pick up.

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  Facts ByLauren Farkas

  The Sad Reason Foie Gras Is Banned In So Many Countries

  Still a delicacy in France, for many, foie gras is the epitome of fine dining. However, its production has led to the dish being banned in many countries.

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  Drink ByRolland Judd

  What's Going On With This Scallion Latte Trend?

  As food and drink trends proliferate, where does the scallion-laced latte come down? Is it a winner or does it join the growing pile of disappointments?

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  Entertainment ByRolland Judd

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  The Bear Season 3 Gave Us A Sneak Peek Into The World Of Restaurant Depots

  Spoiler Alert: Carmy's sister Natalie is tasked with making a Restaurant Depot run to get supplies for The Bear. See how this bulk restaurant retailer operates.

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• Grocery

  Grocery ByRolland Judd

  The Reason Aldi's Meat Is So Cheap

  Aldi has cheap goods, true enough; but are there some that are suspiciously cheap, like the meat? We look at quality and ways it's able to justify the low cost.

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  Facts ByDhruv Trivedi

  Ever Wonder Why Hot Dogs Are Called Glizzies?

  We never seem to be done naming hot dogs. And while the term glizzy is likely to be eclipsed someday as well, it's some twenty years in the making.

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• Grocery

  Grocery ByRolland Judd

  Why Were Trader Joe's Patio Potato Chips Discontinued?

  A popular Trader Joe's snack - the Patio Potato Chip line - aren't available for purchase, but not because they didn't sell. The reality is much sadder.

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• Drink

  Drink ByChelsea Jackle

  What Is A Paper Plane co*cktail, And How Did It Get Its Name?

  The Paper Plane co*cktail wasn't dreamed up a hundred years ago in some airport bar, but within the last twenty by a bartender looking to help out a friend.

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  Facts ByRolland Judd

  The Temperature Your Grill Should Be When Cooking Burgers

  Grilling outdoors in the summer months is one of life's pleasures. But that joy could end if your grill isn't at the right temperature for grilling burgers.

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• Restaurants

  Restaurants ByLauren Farkas

  Whatever Happened To Quiznos Sandwich Shops?

  Quiznos led in sub-style sandwiches out of the gate, but got edged out by stiff competition in this market, and issues between corporate and franchisees.

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• Drink

  Drink ByDhruv Trivedi

  How To Make Cheap Beer Taste So Much Better

  We recommend that you try these cheap beer improvement hacks before tossing it, because they'll probably make your unworthy brew good enough to guzzle.

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  Drink ByDeirdre Mundorf

  14 co*cktail Names That Could Probably Use A Rebrand

  Enjoying a co*cktail with friends is one of life's pleasures. But why ruin the experience with a co*cktail name incongruous with what you're drinking or the vibe.

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  Drink ByChelsea Jackle

  See Why Sloe Gin Is Something Of A Misnomer

  Sloe gin is gin, but it isn't. See what distinguishes this liqueur from the plain hard spirit. We even drop a couple great co*cktail ideas for you to try.

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• Kitchen

  Kitchen ByRolland Judd

  Why You Should Think Twice Before Storing Canned Tuna In The Pantry

  Though you bought your canned tuna on the store shelves, chances are your pantry is not so climate controlled. See the best place to store it instead.

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• Kitchen

  Kitchen ByCarrie Lindsey

  13 Underrated Ingredients You Should Be Adding To Potato Salad

  Potato salad is already a great side dish, but it can become the main event. With these 13 ingredients, you'll take your potato salad game to the next level.

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  Kitchen ByDhruv Trivedi

  The Spicy Seasoning You Should Be Sprinkling On Your Watermelon

  Plain old iodized salt just doesn't cut it anymore when seasoning watermelon. See why the slightly picante, made-in-Mexico Tajín is what folks are reaching for.

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• Kitchen

  Kitchen ByRolland Judd

  How Long Does It Take To Smoke A Brisket?

  Preparing brisket can dominate your day, but who can be mad about it after sinking their teeth into a juicy slice. See how long it takes to smoke one.

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• Grocery

  Grocery ByHunter Reis

  Frozen Pizza Brands You Can Find At The Grocery Store, Ranked

  The frozen pizza aisle in your local grocery store is likely a cornucopia of options. So, we sampled and ranked these 10 brands to help avoid choice paralysis.

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• Drink

  Drink ByChelsea Jackle

  Ditch The Iced Coffee — Sip On Espresso With Lemonade This Summer

  If lemonade with a shot of espresso sounds like something you'd only order on a dare, it's time to step outside your iced coffee comfort zone.

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  Drink ByRolland Judd

  Why Samuel Adams' Utopias Beer Is Banned In 15 US States

  Sam Adams' Utopias beer can't be had everywhere, but it's their loss. For folks that would like to enjoy beer that's more like a brandy than a Bud, try it out.

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