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Hot drink season if officially here! There's nothing better than sipping something warm on a stroll in the park, in the car for a chilly ride, or during an outdoor adventure with a four-legged friend. The key, however, is keeping those wintry drinks piping hot. For this, Costco has you covered.
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Why You Should Think Twice About Using Paula Deen's Recipes
Paula Deen probably doesn't deserve much more airtime after exposing herself as a casual racist. And her recipes won't be doing the world many favors, either. -
Whole Foods Employee Reveals COVID Horror Story On Reddit
No essential worker can anticipate — nor should they expect — going to work during a pandemic and be physically coughed on. A Reddit user who posted in r/wholefoods said they work at Whole Foods (though we can't confirm this) and had a terrifying exchange with a woman buying beer. -
Dunkin' Wants To Feature Your Secret Menu Hack
Dunkin' invited fans on TikTok to post their favorite Dunkin' "hacks" with the tag #DunkinMenuHackContest for a chance to have their hack featured on the menu. -
Don't Believe This Myth About Luxardo Cherries
First off, let's set the record straight: Luxardo cherries and your typical American maraschino cherries are not the same thing. While they may have both grace the top of your cocktail glass at some point in time they are not the same. There is also one big myth that needs to be cleared up. -
Here's How Much Popeyes Employees Really Make
There's a reason fast food jobs have a bad reputation. The long hours, the rigid rules, and the sometimes unsafe conditions, make it tough, but take that and add it to a viral marketing campaign that had people lining up around the block for days, and you've got the story of Popeyes. -
Chick-Fil-A Is Being Sued For Its Drive-Thru. Here's Why
A Chick-fil-A in Toledo, Ohio is involved in a friendly neighborhood lawsuit. Businesses in the parking lot it shares have complained about Its drive-thru line. -
You Should Always Soak Sticky Rice Before Cooking It. Here's Why
Sticky rice is just one of those things that seem so simple, yet it always seems to have that extra something at a restaurant that you just can't recreate at home. But here's the key: you must soak it. -
The UFO-Themed McDonald's You Never Knew Existed
Diehard Roswell enthusiasts debate the famous incident and wreckage to this day. You'd probably agree: This baby belongs in Roswell, New Mexico. And it does. -
Fresh Fruit Vs Dried Fruit: Which Is Better For You?
Dried fruits definitely have their advantages. They last in your pantry, are easy to pack, and are jam-packed with nutrients. But how does all this dry, fruity goodness stack up against the fresher counterpart healthwise? -
The Secret To Making Yellow Rice In An Instant Pot
Yellow rice in an Instant Pot is a no-brainer: you can cut your time cooking significantly and avoid stuck or burned pot disasters. -
Why You Should Avoid Gas Station Doughnuts
When it comes to gas station doughnuts, whether they're delivered each day from a local donut chain or bundled up in the cutest sleeve of mini-pastries you've ever seen, opt for something else. This is why you should absolutely avoid gas station doughnuts. -
This Prosciutto Pack From Costco Is A Total Steal
Costco has a two-pack of Citterio 18-month prosciutto di Parma on sale now for $8.99, according to Instagram account @costcodeals. That price will give you 12 ounces of prosciutto, which for anyone who knows anything about cured meats, is an unheard-of deal. -
This Rumored Kit Kat Flavor Will Taste Just Like Cereal
Kit Kat is allegedly coming out with a cereal-inspired flavor that takes the best part of fruity cereal and combines it with the creamy crunch of a Kit Kat bar, called "Kit Kat Fruity Cereal." According to Instagrammers, we might see this rumored Kit Kat cereal bar in June 2021. -
If You Miss The Great British Baking Show, You Should Watch This
If you miss The Great British Baking Show, you should start watching the Canadian version of the show, which first aired in 2017. With three seasons aired, The Great Canadian Baking Show will be a warm welcome for those who have already binged all of The Great British Baking Show. -
How To Know If You Should Be Drinking Low-Acid Coffee
If you frequently get stomach aches or acid reflux after consuming your morning cup of coffee, you might be interested ina. switch to a low-acid brew. This is how to know if you should be drinking low-acid coffee, which is a kind of coffee roasted and brewed with a lower acid level in mind. -
Here's What Makes Cincinnati Chili Unique
From a Philly cheesesteak to Chicago deep-dish pizza, battles have waged over the "right" way to make a claim to food fame. Cincinnati chili is no exception. -
Wendy's Is Giving Away Breakfast Baconators. Here's How To Get One For Free
If you're looking to spend a little less on your breakfast habit, Wendy's is giving away free Breakfast Baconators until December 27th. Here's how to get a free Wendy's Breakfast Baconator and what you need to do to get a discounted breakfast this month. -
27% Of People Agree That This Discontinued Taco Bell Item Needs To Come Back
Have you ever had a specific fast food menu item you craved (you know the one) and walked up to the counter, eagerly anticipating the thrill of unwrapping whatever greasy, crispy treat you had held in the back of your mind all day, only to find that it was -- gasp! -- discontinued? -
You Should Always Rinse Canned Vegetables And Beans. Here's Why
An average American diet is very high in sodium, which can raise blood pressure, putting a strain on the heart, and increase your risk for osteoporosis, stroke, kidney disease, and stomach cancer. And sodium levels in canned veggies and beans can be surprisingly high. -
Costco Shoppers Are Obsessed With This Sourdough Stuffing
Costco, you've done it again. This time, with a Thanksgiving-flavored sack of bread cubes. Those in the know will tell you that, if you're not up to drying, cubing, and flavoring slices for the best part of the meal, the next best thing is Boudin Sourdough's prepped Classic Herb stuffing. -
Kroger Is Now Selling This Important Coronavirus-Related Test
National grocery chain Kroger is now offering a rapid antibody test for coronavirus out of their in-store pharmacies in all states for $25. -
This Hilarious Great British Baking Show Disaster Is Already A Meme
The Great British Baking Show contestants absolutely nailed it with their Cake Week entries this season, but some cakes were rather disastrous. One high profile fan is taking note with some hilarious memes about the cakes featured on the Great British Baking Show, like a David Bowie bust cake. -
30% Of People Think This Food Trend Needs To Die Once And For All
We decided to find out which of a small sample of food fads irked Americans most. Mashed conducted a survey of 555 people around the United States and asked them what food trend needed to die, once and for all. -
The One Rule Great British Baking Show Contestants Can't Stand
There's one rule that The Great British Baking Show contestants just can't stand. According to former contestants of The Great British Baking Show, many times, they have to wear the same outfit for many days in a row while filming each episode. -
Everything You Need To Know About Ganache
Ganache may sound like the fanciest thing ever, but it's actually just two ingredients. What's that, you say? Yes, that mysterious word you see on dessert menus and recipes for cakes to truffles only sounds sophisticated because it's French. Here's what it is and what it's used for. -
How Authentic Goulash Is Different From The American Version
There's Hungarian goulash, and then there's American goulash. While both are simple, they are not created equal. What's the difference?