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Before the Civil War and before Prohibition, this family-owned brewing company planted down roots in New Ulm, Minnesota. It is still going strong today.
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With plenty of cost-saving reasons to shop at the warehouse club, being aware of this potential pitfall is worthwhile — and pays off in the end.
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Sam's Club keeps it fresh by continually updating its bakery offerings. This recent addition is quickly earning fans among the chain's shoppers.
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The oil is a key part of the "extra crispy" hack that some Culver's aficionados request when ordering french fries, cheese curds, or chicken.
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The good news is that your options for cooking hot dogs are almost countless — and the others are significantly quicker than a slow cooker is.
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For the perfect crust on a nice, juicy steak, try popping that bad boy under your oven's broiler. Here's why this method creates the ideal exterior.
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Anthony Bourdain was a famous globetrotter, but his heritage and culinary training were French in origin, which might be why he loved this timeless sauce.
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Many fast food places use more than just one cut of beef when creating a burger, and Culver's uses one cut from three different areas of the cow.
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McDonald's has its core items that sell well in the U.S., but it offers other countries regional versions of its popular menu items to cater to local tastes.
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Portillo's hot dogs are the stuff of Windy City legend, but you can't tell the story properly without shining a light on this famed sausage maker.
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Hefty briskets stacked in a grocery store cooler are intimidating, so we consulted an expert to learn what to look for (and avoid) when buying this cut of meat.
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When picking out any item at the store, you want to find the right balance of quality and price. Folks buying brisket should look for this quality indicator.
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Nearly every state has specific laws about serving alcohol in restaurants or bars, but some are much stricter than others, like this Mountain West state.
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Looking for an easy-drinking beginner whiskey? Your bottle options are practically endless, so we consulted an expert to learn what novices should avoid.
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Identifying a good whiskey means weighing lots of variables, and barrel entry strength is one that's important but often overlooked — so we consulted an expert.
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When it comes to ice cream, vanilla doesn't have to mean boring. Take this brand, for example, which ranked at the top of the 12 we reviewed.
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Mango varieties vary in shape, size, and color. Telltale signs of ripeness — and whether they're too far gone — can also vary, making a determination tricky.
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Looking for a new way to cook a great burger? When we tested out 12 different preparation styles, we had to give this high-effort method last place.
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While you may be tempted to reach for high-quality fresh pasta as the star of your pasta salad side dish, it may be too fragile to stand up to your dressing.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House is a well-known restaurant among high-quality steakhouses that serve only beef that has met strict standards set by the USDA.
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According to an expert from Total Wine, folks in the Northeastern U.S. are gravitating toward one type of wine this summer — and one bottle, in particular.
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Plenty of major labels lurk behind Costco's Kirkland Signature products, but who makes its lager? For beer fans, its name is probably pretty familiar.
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While you can cook corn on the cob anyway you like, not every approach adds layers of flavor. The best method would be especially good for cookouts.
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Social media accounts claiming to know how Outback Steakhouse prepares its steak got it wrong. Somebody with behind-the-scenes knowledge told the truth.
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Forget mimosas or bloody marys; coffee and bourbon lovers need to take their brunch up a notch by trying this tasty cocktail that's uniquely Kentucky.
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Olive Garden is known for adding freshly-grated cheese atop any desired entree, but what's not as well known is what kind of cheese the chain actually uses.
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Costco is a go-to stop for affordable goods, and that includes liquor. Check out this bottle of high-quality bourbon that topped our Costco ranking.
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