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Protein and nutrition bars are booming right now. Whole sections of food markets are devoted to these products, all of which have packages that boast that they're the best. Which nutrition bars are all they claim to be, and which are persuading us with empty promises?
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What's The Real Difference Between Pot Stickers And Gyoza?
Have you ever been the friend at a sushi restaurant caught ordering pot stickers? Or is it gyoza? Do you even know what the real difference is? We're here to set the record straight. Despite pot stickers and gyoza being similar in appearance, the two are more like cousins than they are siblings -
Common Mistakes You're Making At Brunch
A good mid-morning brunch meal and maybe a little more booze in the form of a mimosa (or three) is the perfect way to recharge. But are you doing it wrong? -
The Real Difference Between Brandy And Cognac
Maybe you can recall a time when you were bar-side, perusing the spirits list, perhaps you were trying to impress a date or a potential business partner and you decided to order two cognacs. Secretly you had no idea why you didn't order brandy — is it any different from cognac? -
What's The Difference Between Regular And Extra-Virgin Olive Oil?
We've all been in the olive oil aisle faced with dozens of options ranging anywhere from a few dollars in cost all the way up to hundreds of dollars per bottle. It can feel completely overwhelming, and we're left wondering if the extra cash is worth it when it comes to the extra-virgin stuff. -
The Reason Gordon Ramsay Made Hot Ones' Sean Evans Nervous
Let's be honest — we would all start to sweat during an interview with Gordon Ramsay. The celeb chef is known for his dramatic (and some would even say abusive) outbursts of rage in the kitchen. But why did Sean Evans, who's interviewed loads of people, feel so uncomfortable around the chef? -
The Real Reason Raw-Milk Cheese Is Illegal In The U.S.
Americans consume an average of more than 35 pounds of cheese per person annually, which means the United States population is practically made out of cheese. But why aren't Americans allowed to eat the stuff made from raw milk? -
The Secret Ingredient You Should Be Using In Your French Toast
Luckily there's a cure for mediocre French toast and it's surprisingly simple -- you probably even have this secret ingredient waiting in your pantry right now. -
Bizarre Ice Cream Flavors That Actually Exist
Wild flavors from savory to boozy are taking the world by storm, and we've hunted high and low to find some of the most bizarre contenders. -
What Is Whipped Coffee, Really?
If you're a coffee lover, there's a pretty good chance you encountered the recent viral hashtag #dalgonacoffee on Instagram. The craze recently started in South Korea but the whipped coffee drink has definitely made its mark in America. -
Should You Be Using Demerara Sugar Instead Of White Sugar?
Most of us have encountered demerara sugar at some point whether we realized it or not. In the breakroom it might seem like the healthier option to add to your drink than traditional sugar options, but is demerara really any better? -
Here's What You Can Substitute For Breadcrumbs
It's time to make dinner and you've found the perfect recipe. There's only one problem with your plan: You don't have breadcrumbs. Luckily there are loads of things you can substitute with. For a recipe that calls for 1 cup of breadcrumbs, you can substitute with a pretty obvious choice: bread. -
Twitter Reacts To The Grocery Store Foods No One Is Buying
Although the novel coronavirus has been bad news for all of us, grocery stores felt a big boom when anxious citizens began hoarding items like bread and bottled water. Unfortunately for certain food companies, though, no one was trying to hoard what they had to offer. -
What You Need To Know About Spam Fries
Is it possible for Spam to be any more beloved? Well, they've introduced a new line that marries their product — which is already a cult favorite — with something just about every human on the planet loves: fries. -
How Safe Is Grocery Delivery During The Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic is changing everything. The CDC recommends social distancing: how should we get the groceries we need to stay healthy during these times? -
How Much Does It Cost To Hire Masaharu Morimoto?
Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto is clearly a visionary, but how much will hiring the superstar chef for your next birthday party set you back? -
You've Been Storing Hot Sauce Wrong Your Entire Life
If you like some heat added to your food, there's a good chance a section of real estate in your refrigerator is occupied by hot sauce. There's a secret, though, that might cause your fridge to be hot sauce-free in the future, and it's not because your taste buds have changed. -
Pi Day 2020: Where To Get The Best Deals On Pizza And Pie
Every March 14, something amazing happens: Foodies and math geeks come together to celebrate the date reflecting "pi," which is approximated at 3.14. -
Is It Safe To Eat Flour With Bugs In It?
Most of us have opened an ancient bag of white flour and discovered something horrific — bugs, otherwise knows as flour weevils. It's almost certain that anyone who has used white flour has consumed these tiny beetles in some form. They're no doubt disgusting, but are they dangerous? -
Here's How Much Money David Chang Is Really Worth
Momofuku means lucky peach in Japanese, and if anyone is lucky it's David Chang. Here's how much he's really worth. -
Tournament Of Champions: What You Need To Know About Guy Fieri's New Show
Guy Fieri is living the celebrity chef dream. With restaurants ranging from barbecue to burritos in 20 cities throughout the world, a sizable cruise ship presence, numerous shows of his own, and a wild haircut only Guy could pull off, why not add another bullet point to his impressive resume? -
The Reason In-N-Out Burgers Are So Cheap
In-N-Out is a household name despite its scarcity beyond California. But why are people so excited to grab a bite from this seemingly simple fast food chain? In short it's the company's budget-friendly prices and consistently impressive quality. But how do they keep their prices so low?