How much do you think about the snack cracker Triscuit? Other than, 'What should I put on my Triscuit?' or, 'I need to buy some Triscuits,' probably not much at all, right? How about the name 'Triscuit' itself — any idea where it comes from?
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People often turn to budget-friendly options — frozen and canned vegetables — to get their daily five servings of veggies. But between the two choices, which is best for your health? Experts overwhelmingly say frozen — and here's why.
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Some canned foods are better than others. Take a look at some of the canned foods you should and shouldn't buy before you stock your pantry.
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Green tea is a popular beverage that is known for its health benefits. However, to gain many of the benefits, you should probably knock back more than one cup of green tea per day. What's the maximum amount of green tea you should drink a day?
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It's no longer news that coronavirus-related shutdowns have dealt a huge blow to the restaurant industry. Many restaurants have closed down or pivoted to take-out and delivery as a temporary safety measure for both staff and customers. How is Yelp making it harder for restaurants right now?
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How much of your time does grocery shopping eat up, do you think? Home grocery delivery services are becoming increasingly popular because only do you get to skip pushing a cart around what may be crowded store aisles, but somebody else even carries the grocery bags up to your porch.
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Most of us are used to pizza chains such as Little Caesar's, Papa John's, and Domino's. But what's the real difference between a $5 fast food pizza and a $30 specialty pizza? There's more to it than you might think.
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During an episode of his hit Travel Channel show Man v. Food, Adam Richman got a challenge he simply couldn't stomach. His tongue and throat weren't too happy about it, either. At Munchies 4:20 Cafe in Sarasota, Florida, Richman needed to eat 10 "Fire In Your Hole" chicken wings in 20 minutes.
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Country music lovers were saddened by the news that legendary singer Kenny Rogers had passed away on March 20. The musician's legacy includes an impressive catalog of songs, including 21 No. 1 country hits, and a fast-food chain that bore his name, Kenny Rogers Roasters.
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Just Born Quality Confections, the candy manufacturer behind sweet favorites such as Peeps, Mike and Ike, and Hot Tamales, just announced that it will temporarily stop production during the coronavirus outbreak. Does that mean a Peeps shortage is looming? Thankfully, the answer is no.
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How do they make those heavenly little marshmallow treats, anyway? What are we really eating? And is there a difference between the ones you make at home and the bag you just can't resist picking up at the store? Strangely, it's a tale that's centuries in the making.
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Raspberries are known for their sweet-tart flavor and jewel-like ruby-red fruits — ideal for everything from yogurt toppings to homemade preserves. They're also renowned for their health benefits. Why is this tasty fruit so expensive, though?
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We all have foods we simply don't enjoy, but for some reason, keep pretending we love. Here's the lowdown on some of the most secretly hated foods. Oh boy!
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Every culture has a few dishes that might give non-natives pause. In the Philippines, a culinary specialty that many non-Filipino diners find challenging is balut, a hard-boiled egg that houses a duck embryo. Here are all the reasons you should definitely be eating this delicacy.
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Every few months there seems to be a trendy new health food, but a food you don't hear much about often — yet has a lot of health benefits — is kelp. Why is this such a powerful food?
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When you move on from the more common cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella to what many call the "stinky" cheeses, it can be difficult to know the difference. In the case of feta cheese and goat cheese, there are many distinctions.
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But in the age of social distancing and shelter-in-place, a number of cooks and chefs have turned to Instagram as a way of inviting diners into their kitchens.
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Cider has definitely become a thing in recent years. Angry Orchard may not be the cider snob's beverage of choice, but it is still hugely popular with less brand name-conscious cider drinkers. Which flavor is the best — and which is the worst?
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A poke bowl is Hawaii's gift to sushi lovers everywhere. The colorful seafood bowl, whose name means "to cut into pieces," has its roots in Hawaii's street food culture, and is a symphony of flavors and textures. It's not a cheap dish, though — why is it so pricey?
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Ice cream enthusiasts usually have a preferred Ben and Jerry's ice cream flavor, and if you don't, you're lying to yourself. There's something about the creamery that makes their ice cream taste so incredibly good, and you know it's more than just whimsical packaging and creative flavor names.
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There's no legitimate reason why you should skip breakfast. These are the delicious breakfast foods you need to try before you die.
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Guarana is something many people consume without being aware of it. For example, energy drinks are popular, but they can contain mystery ingredients — and one of those ingredients is guarana, most commonly used in Monster Energy and Rockstar Energy Drink. What is it, really?
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So there was an amazing sale on coffee beans at your grocery store. Now you have months worth of fresh coffee beans and are wondering, '"Wait, can these go bad?' Unfortunately for you — the answer is yes. Should you pop them in the freezer, though?
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While it is still safest to limit in-person interactions by ordering food to-go or via delivery, many restaurants are adapting to accommodate these safety precautions. Next to enter that delivery category is — you guessed it — bars and gastropubs.
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This latest addition to Starbucks' secret menu was actually created by a Starbucks worker — despite the fact that many baristas loathe creating specialty drinks. This accommodating gentleman came up with the drink in response to a customer asking if there was such a thing as a Winnie the Pooh Frap.
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If popping that large container of yogurt in the freezer sounds like a brilliant idea, it's time to think again. Freezing yogurt is not always a great idea — and it can cost you the entire container if you're not careful.
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If you're the kind of person that gets excited by the thought of stocking up on different types of flours and sweeteners and are giddy over the discovery of a store fully stocked with gadgets that Mary Berry would love, well, we've got good news for you.
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