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Sometimes you don't know you've had too much to drink until it's too late, but ignorance won't save you from some restaurants' newly imposed "vomit fees."
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The Viral Taylor Swift 'Blank Space' Cake Is Bloody Genius
In 2014, Taylor Swift had a hit with Blank Space, and the video featured a bleeding cake. Here's what you need to know to recreate this macabre baked good. -
Robert Irvine Pays A Heartfelt Tribute To Chef Michael Chiarello
Michael Chiarello's death has prompted an outpouring of responses from people whose lives he touched. Among those to honor the late chef was Robert Irvine. -
Chef Michael Chiarello, Former Food Network Star, Has Died
A talented chef and entertainer, the late Michael Chiarello tasted success on the Food Network. But his impact reached well beyond the television screen. -
For The Best Homemade Ketchup, Canned Crushed Tomatoes Are Ideal
For many reasons, canned crushed tomatoes are the ideal choice for making homemade ketchup. Plus, making this popular condiment at home couldn't be easier. -
KFC Is Launching A 2-Piece Dark Combo Deal, But There's A Catch
KFC is gearing up to introduce its $6 2-Piece Dark Combo soon, which comes with a thigh and drumstick, biscuit, and mashed potatoes. But there's a catch. -
The Costco Gummy Bears Fans Say Are A Perfect Mix Of Sweet And Spicy
Costco shoppers are loving this sweet and spicy gummy bear. Learn more about this delicious treat -- and how to make your own version at home. -
Selena Gomez's Cooking Show Is Receiving The Holiday Treatment
In recent years, Selena Gomez has become something of a celebrity chef, and this holiday season, she'll get to show off her chops with a Food Network special. -
For A Stronger Tasting Salad Dressing, Swap Olive With Toasted Sesame Oil
Olive oil is great in salad in salad dressings, but if you want to impart a stronger, more distinct nutty flavor to your mixed greens, try sesame oil instead. -
How Browning The Butter Affects Your Cookie's Texture
Browning butter can enhance the texture and flavor of your favorite recipes. Find out why you should give it a try the next time you bake cookies. -
Baking Hard Candy Turns It Into An Edible Serving Dish For Any Occasion
When you have a surplus of hard candy on hand, no need to worry about eating all the pieces. Instead, bake your candies to make decorative bowls or plates. -
Chipotle's Burrito-Bowl-Making Robot Takes The Fun Out Of Trendy Hacks
Some customers' favorite Chipotle menu hacks might be on their way out as the restaurant pivots to having robots make their famous burrito bowls. -
Using Whole Eggs In Cake Batter Creates A Perfectly Balanced Texture
While some cake recipes call for just the egg white or yolk, using the whole egg can help achieve the perfect structure and soft texture for your next cake. -
Mark Zuckerberg's McDonald's Order Is So Large We Can't Tell If He's Serious
Mark Zuckerberg is super into fitness, which means he probably needs a lot of calories to counteract all that exertion. This is his McDonald’s order. -
Simplify Chicken Parmesan With The Air Fryer
Chicken parmesan can become an even easier weeknight meal when you use your air fryer to simplify the cooking process. Here's how to do it properly. -
What's A Burger Boat And How Do You Prevent Soggy Bread?
If you love burgers, you'll love the burger boat. See what this TikTok trend is and how to avoid soggy bread when preparing and eating this dish. -
Costco Customers Are Struggling To Find Cherished Peanut Butter Pretzels
Some people alleged that Costco's peanut butter pretzels were on a "pull and hold" notice, which means the manufacturer recalled the product for the time being. -
Nutella Cake Balls Prove There's No Such Thing As Too Much Chocolate
Combining decadent chocolate cake with creamy chocolate hazelnut spread, Nutella cake balls are a chocolate lover's dream. Here's how to make the treat. -
Why You Should Be Buying Limes At Costco
Limes are a versatile fruit and can be used in almost any recipe. To save some money, see why you should be buying limes at Costco. It's so economical. -
The Type Of Bread Matters When Making A Sandwich
We spoke with Rodger Bowser, head chef and manager partner of Zingerman's Deli, for his take on the matter of sandwich bread, and he agrees that bread is key. -
A Tourist Karen Literally Called The Cops Over $700 Crab Bill
If you've ever felt robbed after an expensive meal, you may relate to this tourist who called the police after receiving her bill at a Singapore restaurant. -
History Repeats Itself: McDonald's Is Being Sued Over Hot Coffee
A woman in her 80s has recently filed a lawsuit against McDonald's, alleging that an improperly secured cup of hot coffee gave her serious burns. -
TikTok's Genius Sandwich Hack Eliminates The Need For Road Trip Pit Stops
Are you tired of your road trip sandwiches getting squashed while you're in motion? This TikTok storage hack will keep your goods firmly intact. -
Paqui's One Chip Challenge Is No More
The death of a 14-year-old Massachusetts teen has prompted tortilla chip brand Paqui to remove its controversial One Chip Challenge from store shelves. -
Why You (Eventually) Won't Be Able To Fill Your Own Soda At McDonald's
Take advantage of the mix-and-match pleasures of McDonald's soda fountains while you can, as the fixtures will one day soon(ish) be a relic of the past. -
The Impractical Novelty Of Oversized Wine Bottles
Gigantic wine bottles can be awe-inspiring conversation starters, but they're not ideal if all you're interested in doing is getting wine into your belly. -
Gatorade's Newest Product Release Is ... Water
Iconic sport drink brand Gatorade has a new product that just might prove that Adam Sandler's Bobby Boucher was right all along. Gatorade Water is here!