It's well-known that the royals are very particular about what they eat and how they eat it, but a little secret about Queen Elizabeth's palate is that she has quite the sweet tooth, especially for chocolate.
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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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The long, processed ingredients list of Froot Loops speaks to a cereal with a similarly processed and questionable history, from lawsuits to mascot redesigns.
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Restaurants across the nation have closed their doors to dine-in guests. This has forced eateries, even those in the fine-dining world, to shift their operations to focus on delivery and takeout only. That's on the way out for many restaurants, though.
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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
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Caviar was once exclusive to royalty, yet in the early 19th century when America was just a baby, this luxury food was served at saloons during free lunches because its salty flavor encouraged drinking and increased profits. That's no longer the case, though.
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It was originally inferred that since the cholesterol in eggs comes from the yolks, and high cholesterol levels lead to cardiovascular disease, eating egg yolks was unhealthy — which lead a lot of people to just eating egg whites. There's good news, though — you can start eating whole eggs again.
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Jelly beans are a complicated candy of sorts, with multiple steps to their production process before they're bagged up and make their way to your local store. They may be small, but they're mighty, and we have the scoop. This is how jelly beans are really made.
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Just in time for Easter 2020, there's a huge run on baby chicks at many farm supply stores that deal in livestock. It's been reported that this has less to do with inappropriate gifting and more to do with coronavirus-induced panic buying.
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With so many people cooped up at home during shelter-in-place orders and self-quarantine, there have been quite a few trends for passing the time. While you might not think sourdough bread is trendy or controversial — well, it's time to think again.
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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?
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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.
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Perhaps even more than curry leaves, cardamom, or turmeric, ghee is the cornerstone of the Indian kitchen. What's it all about, anyway?
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Tofu and tempeh have a lot in common: They are both adored by vegetarians and vegans as an animal-protein replacement, have been enjoyed for hundreds of years in Asia, and originate from the humble soybean. There are plenty of differences, though.
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Registered dieticians have named the keto diet as the most popular diet in the United States again. What foods sound like they're keto-friendly, but really aren't?
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Arepas are popular all throughout Latin America, but have a particular place in the hearts of Venezuelans and Colombians, where the food originated. What's the difference between Venezuelan and Colombian arepas, anyway?
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Guy Fieri is certainly... well, "colorful" would be one word to describe him. Is it any wonder, then, that such a unique character as the Mayor of Flavortown has a pet who's also a little unusual? While Guy does have a few furry friends, he also has a chelonian companion.
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Diners may seek substitutes for soy sauce for a variety of reasons. Notoriously, its sodium content is formidable, with just one tablespoon packing 38 percent of the recommended daily intake, while some may experience sensitivities to soy sauce, including those with wheat or gluten intolerance.
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If you pop an entire ghost pepper in your mouth, chances are you're soon going to feel like you really are dying. The fact is, ghost pepper, aka bhut jolokia, means deep hurting in any language. And yes, in case you're wondering, eating them can actually kill you, but you'd have to eat a whole lot.
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For some insight into the origins of brandy, look no further than the etymology of the word itself: It evolved from the Dutch word brandewijn, which means "burned wine," and was possibly born in the 16th century. Like wine, the creation of brandy starts with fruit.
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Matt Stonie, who stands just 5 feet 8 inches tall and weights only 130 pounds, is nonetheless one of the world's top competitive eaters. How does he do it? Turns out he prepares his body and mind for these calorie-filled contests.
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There are a few things to know about eating raw oysters, and the first is that they could, in fact, still be alive when being eaten. Part of the reason is to ensure food safety, but the freshness of an oyster also affects the flavor and texture it has, too.
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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?
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Here's something to try and wrap your brain around. Why is it that if you walk into your local convenience store and grab a bottled water and an Arizona iced tea, the water is likely to cost more than the Arizona tea? Why is Arizona tea so inexpensive, anyway?
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Marmite and Vegemite are well-loved in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand, but if you're not from one of those countries, you have possibly never tasted or even heard of this spread outside of pop culture references.
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Corona beer, along with fellow Mexican beers Modelo and Pacifico, will temporarily pause marketing and production — but it's not because of its name.
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So you were cleaning out your pantry and found garlic, but on closer inspection, you noticed they had little sprouts coming out of them that were starting to grow. Your first instinct might be to throw them out but fear not, there are still safe ways for you to use up your less-than-fresh garlic.
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