When McDonald's partnered with Travis Scott and J Balvin on special meals, the chain's goal was to regain appeal with "younger African-American and multicultural consumers"; but two historians who have written about McDonald's relationship with race are suggesting something more devious.
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You might be used to just choosing between red and green grapes at the grocery store, but if you pay attention to the produce section, you might occasionally see a few unusual varieties. Among them are witch finger grapes, which look completely unlike any grape we're used to seeing.
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By now there are, like, 20 million different M&M varieties. While the website only lists 11 official flavors, this does not include M&M's varieties we know we've seen in stores. So which of these are worth trying, and is there one we may have missed, but shouldn't have?
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Aldi's sweet and creamy Petit Toffee Buttermint Wine Specialty packs all the flavor and richness of a traditional holiday dessert - but in a wine glass. Its sweet taste may make you want to drink the entire bottle.
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There's a lot to love about Thanksgiving dinner, starting with the turkey and ending with a food-induced snooze-fest on the couch. If your family is still finishing off Thanksgiving dinner with the same old pumpkin pie, it's time to mix things up. These pies are the perfect place to start.
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The newest addition to the Dunkin' menu is the Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut. It's made with the very hot ghost pepper and coated in fine, red sanding sugar. If you're not familiar with the ghost pepper, it can reach one million Scoville Heat Units -- by comparison, Tabasco ranges from 2,500-5,000 SHUs.
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Maruchan's less-sodium beef flavor is not likely to live up to its potential in terms of flavor. Less salt will make ramen taste not as great and you won't be able to ignore it, right? Instead of opting for the beef flavor, do yourself a favor and go for something different, such as soy sauce.
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Winning the James Beard Outstanding Chef Southeast award in 2018 was a life-changing honor for master barbecuer Rodney Scott, who went from a teen working for his parents' small town whole-hog BBQ restaurant to becoming an internationally known king of 'cue.
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Last time, we experienced a coin shortage and the time before that, toilet paper deprivation. Now, as the coronavirus pandemic follows our shift in seasons, we see a new shortage trending: Mason jars. Specifically, the lids for the jars.
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The next time the urge for donuts strikes, demand the very best your state has to offer. These are the best donut spots in every state.
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ver the years, new strands of apple pie emerged, including Dutch and French apple pie (tarte tatin). If you see them offered on a menu, they are very different. According to Leaf, Dutch apple pie sports a crumble top, while French apple pie is baked upside down and served without a top crust.
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Fritos did not get rid of their Frito Bandito mascot because they wanted to; it took a 1971 lawsuit against the brand claiming the cartoon, depicting an unwholesome Mexican stereotype, defamed the character of everyone in the US with Mexican heritage for them to retire the Bandito.
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Seen as a healthy carb substitute, cauliflower is being tried like never before by health-conscious eaters across the nation. Cauliflower may just be the hottest vegetable around right now. But overcooked cauliflower is gross.
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Midwesterners are no doubt familiar with Jewel-Osco, especially if you live in Illinois. But while it's now a popular Midwestern chain, Jewel-Osco hasn't always been a household name in Illinois. In fact, it didn't even start out as a grocery store.
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McDonald's sells its food for cheap and still makes bank. So how do they do it? Well, it's time to find out why a meal at McDonald's is so cheap.
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If you think shopping at Sam's Club alone will help you save money while stocking up on the items you need most often, then it's time to reconsider your shopping strategy. There's one thing that you should always do before you ever even arrive at your local store.
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If you're feeling overwhelmed when you head to the grocery store only to be confronted with rows upon rows of vinegar bottles, start by learning the difference between two basic kinds: white vinegar and balsamic vinegar.
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Sam's Club members have plenty of options to choose from. Take its bakery offerings from in-house brand Member's Mark, for example. There are options such as cookies, cheesecakes, cinnamon rolls, brownies, and more. One particularly popular bakery product is the Member's Mark cupcakes.
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It's no secret that there's plenty of top notch pizza to be found all over the country. Travel from state to state and you'll find independent pizzerias putting out unique pies that put even the most beloved chains to shame. Here's a look at five pizza styles that are worth a road trip.
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Palm oil, which is a type of vegetable oil that is commonplace and is found in several products in our everyday lives. However, it has a dark side. If you're planning to buy palm oil or have products that list palm oil as a primary ingredient, you may want to reconsider.
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If you've never participated in Amazon Prime Day, then you've really been missing out. Prime Day is only available to Prime members, which makes this the perfect time to sign up for that 30-day free trial. There are oodles of deals for your kitchen — let's check them out.
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Just because the market is inundated with pumpkin products, should you be eating it on a daily basis? What exactly does it do to your body when you consume this fall favorite every day? We searched the internet for everything you need to know about the health pros and cons of eating this squash.
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Air fryers can be a godsend if you're someone who likes experimenting in the kitchen with new dishes. On the flip side, air fryers can be a bit inconvenient in the sense that there are certain items you need to be careful with, such as dry spices.
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From its true origin to how it tastes, mayonnaise makes people feel a very certain type of way. The debate on mayonnaise gets a little deeper as people compare American-made mayo to its overseas cousin in Japan.
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Milk Bar has developed a loyal following by striving to serve up unexpected and delicious treats to its patrons. The shop has several options on its menu including cookies, cakes, and pies. If you're already a fan of Milk Bar's varied offerings, here's some good news that's bound to get you excited.
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Taste of Home attests that russets are also perfect for scalloped potatoes, potato pancakes, and potato wedges. It's because of this versatility that we find huge mountains of russet potatoes in the supermarket. So what makes a typical russet and an Idaho russet potato different?
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You may be familiar with the classic gin and tonic cocktail, but how much do you really know about this clear liquor? Gin dates back centuries and got a big popularity boost when it was used to fight malaria. It's time for a history lesson on this popular liquor.
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