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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If you enjoy a good steak but haven't had one for a while now (because, budget), the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic may change that for you — cheaper beef could be right around the corner.
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As the coronavirus spreads, people are trying to safeguard against getting sick themselves. Though reusable sponges are something of a kitchen culprit as a breeding ground for millions of bacteria even when there's no global pandemic going on, you'll want to be even more cautious these days.
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When it comes to stocking up on supplies, many are unsure of what measures to take to feel safe and prepared for the worst-case scenario. Celebrity food expert and TV host Padma Lakshmi is here to help you navigate the ever-changing situation by sharing her possible quarantine pantry essentials.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has sent the world into lockdown crisis mode. In recent days, grocery store shelves have been pillaged and lines just to get into some of these supermarkets have wrapped around stores. This pandemonium may have some folks wishing they had purchased more in their preparations.
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Anyone who loves food and cooking will know of David Chang because of the many popular restaurants he has founded around the world, and the success of Ugly Delicious, his part cooking, part travel show on Netflix. But many may not have heard of Chang's wife, Grace Seo Chang.
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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.
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Depending on where you grew up, grits or oatmeal might have been a staple of childhood. There's nothing like waking up and smelling the pleasant aroma of breakfast being prepared. However, if you didn't grow up in the south, you may not be familiar with what grits are.
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A big factor in White's Claw success, especially among younger consumers, is its perceived health benefits. Marketed with the tagline "Made Pure," a 12-ounce can of the gluten-free hard seltzer boasts just 100 calories and two grams of carbs.
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