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If you're just beginning to get into whiskey based cocktails, a great place to start is with the Old Fashioned and the Manhattan. These cocktails are hugely popular, classic whiskey drinks that should appear on almost any bar menu. Here's how they differ.
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Why Burger King Really Got Rid Of Its Veggie Burger
Burger King had hoped Morningstar Farms-produced veggie burger patty would help them appeal to a new group of consumers who were uninterested in their otherwise meat-heavy menu. But in 2019, Burger King decided to ditch its veggie burger. Here's why. -
Frozen Salisbury Steak Isn't Made Of What You Think
If you're not familiar with the dish, Salisbury steak is a seasoned hamburger patty that is fried and topped with onions and gravy. If Sailsbury steak sounds delicious and you'd like to see what all the fuss was about, you might think twice before reaching for the time-saving frozen meal variety. -
Taco Bell Might Drop These Popular Menu Items. Here's Why
The internet has been buzzing after a Taco Bell employee leaked the news through a Reddit post that the fast food chain is considering dropping some beloved menu items. -
Popeyes' Latest Chicken Sandwich Has The Internet Buzzing
To the excitement of fried chicken fans everywhere, fast food chain Popeyes has recently started testing out a brand new menu item at select locations in the United States. What's it all about? -
The Real Reason So Many Americans Have Stopped Buying TV Dinners
In 2012, the frozen meal industry was worth nearly $9 billion and it's products could be found in 99 percent of all American households, according to The Atlantic. That might be shocking to hear, as merely two years later, Nestlé considered getting rid of their frozen meal branch. -
This Is Exactly How To Make Ross' Moist Maker From Friends
The Moist Maker is described by the show as the best Thanksgiving leftover sandwich ever made, thanks in part to a gravy-soaked slice of bread which Monica ingeniously tucks into the center. -
The Real Reason Costco Keeps Changing Its Hours
Recently, wholesale grocery chain Costco reversed its previously-announced decision to reduce their special operating hours down from five days per week to two, as reported by USA Today. However, those plans remain on hold for now. -
Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away Free Donuts This Friday. Here's How To Get Yours
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 83rd birthday this Friday, July 17, with a buy one get one deal that you won't want to miss. The doughnut company is giving away a free dozen of its iconic Original Glazed doughnuts for one day only with the purchase of a dozen or more doughnuts of any type -
The Untold Truth Of Four Loko
If you're old enough to remember the early 2000s, you probably remember the malt beverage Four Loko. -
Is There Really Only One Flavor Of Skittles?
Don Katz, a Brandeis University neuropsychologist, told the outlet that color and smell play as much of a factor in the way we perceive things tasting, as actual flavoring does. Katz stated that years ago Skittles realized it was cheaper to change the color and scent of each candy than the flavor. -
The Real Reason Chick-Fil-A Is Postponing Its Annual Cow Appreciation Day
Fried chicken fast food chain Chick-fil-A has announced that they will be postponing their annual Cow Appreciation Day due to concerns over COVID-19. -
Sonic Just Announced Exciting News For Bacon Lovers
While the BLT could possibly be considered the official sandwich of summer, drive-in fast food chain Sonic is ready to take it to the next level with the return of their BBLT. -
How To Turn Ketchup Into Ice Cream
Condiment brand Heinz is trying to help you get into the summer spirit by releasing a creative new line of DIY ice cream kits. -
This Omelet Hack Is More Dangerous Than You Realized
Using the sous vide method (aka boiling in a bag) to make an omelet seems pretty straightforward. According to this hack, all you need for perfect omelets is a pot of boiling water, your ingredients, and a sealable plastic bag. If this seems too good to be true, that's because it kind of is. -
The Salad You Should Never Order At Chick-Fil-A
When you think of healthy food, fried chicken chain Chick-fil-A is not the restaurant that springs to mind. While all fast food is not known for being particularly healthy, some patrons might be looking for something a bit less indulgent when they're perusing the menu of their favorite chain. -
The Untold Truth Of Denny's Original Grand Slam
Denny's Original Grand Slam consists of two buttermilk pancakes, two eggs, two bacon strips, and two sausage links, but there is more to it than just food. -
The Real Difference Between Crepes And Pancakes
Many people believe crepes are simply France's version of pancakes, but diners unfamiliar with the two dishes would be in for a surprise if they ordered the French delicacy at a restaurant and were expecting a big, fluffy stack like the American breakfast food. -
The Real Reason McDonald's Is Pausing Its Reopening
Fast food burger chain McDonald's has recently announced it will halt its company-wide reopening plans in the wake of a spike in COVID-19 cases in the United States. -
Why Everyone Is Talking About Taki's New Flavors
Takis is coming out with two new, limited-time flavors that are sure to surprise and delight fans of their fiery snacks, and which we believe will become a huge social media sensation. -
The Real Reason Some Burger Kings Got Rid Of Kids' Meal Toys
To combat the huge environmental problem of plastic and waste, two young girls from England began a Change.org petition to ask fast food chains Burger King and McDonald's to stop giving out plastic toys with children's meals. -
The Truth About Burger King's $1 Cheeseburger
One hugely important item on the Burger King value menu is the $1 cheeseburger. On the Burger King website, the chain describes this menu item as a flame-grilled beef patty, topped with melted cheese, pickles, mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. -
How A Smart Car Glitch Led To A Burger King Whopper Promotion
In April 2020, electric car manufacturer Tesla released a new feature called 'Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control' to assist drivers of the pricey vehicles with reacting to stop signs and traffic lights. This led to an interesting quandary for some drivers — and a Burger King promo. -
The Real Difference Between Table Salt And Sea Salt
Who can even tell which type of salt you used once it's in the dish? Unfortunately for those of you trying to maximize cabinet space and minimize your grocery budget, there are actually huge differences when it comes to using table salt or sea salt for a recipe. -
The Strange Origin Story Of The PB&J
If you're American, odds are you grew up eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. The acronym PB&J conjures up memories of school cafeterias, scraped knees, and sack lunches. The combination seems like an obvious match, but PB&J is actually a much more recent invention that you would think. -
Why Everyone Is Talking About Snapple's New Flavor
Snapple is releasing a unique mystery flavor for consumers to puzzle over. -
The Real Difference Between Aldi And Lidl
While there are tons of fans of the discount grocery chain Aldi, there has been some buzz recently surrounding their younger, less-established competitor Lidl.