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How Much Does It Cost To Hire Jamie Oliver?
Jamie Oliver used to be known as the Naked Chef — not for cooking in the nude (too much potential for burns!), but for his stripped-down method of cooking, bringing the process down to the essentials and making it more accessible to the average person. How much does it cost to hire him?
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How Much Does It Cost To Hire Rachael Ray?
Rachael Ray might be best known for her television shows, cookbooks, products, or magazines, and if you have the money, you can actually hire her — but not to cook for you. How much does it cost to do that?
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How Much Does It Cost To Hire Gordon Ramsay?
Gordon Ramsay is a famous celebrity chef well known for various TV shows. How much would it set you back to hire him for your event?
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How Many World Records Does Matt Stonie Hold?
Watching competitive eater Matt 'Megatoad' Stonie at work is part fascinating, part horrifying. How many competitive eating records does he hold?
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How Much Does It Cost To Hire Guy Fieri?
Let's say that you're in the middle of a Guy's Grocery Games marathon and you think to yourself, "Boy, I wish Guy Fieri would pop into my supermarket." Well, he can do better than that — he can come right to your house! How much would that set you back?
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How The Wings On Hot Ones Are Actually Prepared
Not only is Hot Ones fun to watch, but it also makes a great idea for a themed party — at least, if your friends are up to the challenge (and you've maybe got a tiny streak of sadism). How do they prepare their wings so you can do the same?
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The Truth About Olive Garden's Unlimited Soup And Salad
We already know Olive Garden breadsticks are delicious. As far as salad goes, well, it's kind of hard to screw up a salad. The soups are okay, decent-enough comfort food. But put them all together, charge a not-too-high price, and then make it an all-you-can-eat deal? Now you've got a winner.
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The Reason KitchenAid Mixers Are So Expensive
If the thought of baking makes your heart beat with excitement, chances are your first encounter with a KitchenAid also meant love at first sight. They're not cheap, though — why are they so pricey?
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This Is What's Really In Bubly Sparkling Water
Bubly's list of two ingredients seems innocuous: carbonated water and natural flavor. The only problem? No one knows what those "natural flavors" truly entail.
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The Reason Costco's Pizza Is So Cheap
While you're probably not feeling any guilt over ripping Costco off for this steal of a deal, you may occasionally wonder just how they manage to keep their pizza prices so low. Costco has a good reason to persuade you into purchasing a low-priced pizza... sneaky merchandising psychology.
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Does Ginger Ale Actually Help An Upset Stomach?
Many people turn to the classic combination of chicken soup, saltines, and ginger ale when sick. It's easy, comforting, and almost universally understood to make you feel better. Drinking ginger ale seems like a no-brainer, since ginger has been proven to alleviate nausea.
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Why Real Champagne Is So Expensive
We often call any form of sparkling wine at any celebration 'champagne,' and since all sparkling wines around the world are made the same way, you might wonder why Champagne is so special — and why it is so expensive.
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This Is How Bacon Is Really Made
Despite the fact that you probably just ate bacon, you likely don't know how it got to your plate. You know it's pork, but how is it actually made? What type of pig does it come from? Does it have to be cured? Can it be healthy? Fear not — we've got you covered. Here's how bacon is really made.
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Why Is Lobster So Expensive?
They used to be everywhere. History tells us that when the first Europeans reached the New World, lobsters would reportedly come ashore in piles up to two feet high, and thanks to their sheer abundance, lobsters were considered the poor man's protein. Why are they so pricey these days?
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What's The Difference Between Menudo And Pozole?
Menudo and pozole are both traditional Mexican soups, and they are, in some respects, quite similar. The main difference between the two soup recipes, though, lies in the meat.
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The Truth About The 5 Mother Sauces
It may come as a surprise that a sauce will have come from one of five 'mother' sauces. The mother sauces (or "grand sauces" as they are called by the Culinary Institute of America) are sauces that can be prepared in larger quantities, then flavored to create a 'smaller sauce.'
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What Happens When You Overmix Batter?
There are plenty of ways to mix batter, at least that's according to noted cookbook author Mark Bittman, which makes the overmixing issue an even more confusing one. What really happens when you overmix batter?
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Who Actually Makes Kirkland Tequila?
Costco sells just about everything and its Kirkland brand is incredibly popular with shoppers. Going cheap with liquor, though, doesn't always pay off. While we named Kirkland's Scotch Whisky as one of the best liquors to buy at Costco, the same couldn't be said for their tequila.
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The Reason Balut Is Considered A Delicacy
While balut is well-known (and well-loved) in Southeast Asian cuisines like the Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia, the idea of downing a fertilized duck egg might not appeal to many diners. Why, exactly, is it considered a delicacy then?
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Who Actually Makes Kirkland Gin?
Costco is incredibly popular for a reason, and the store brand products, Kirkland Signature, have something to do with it, especially in the booze aisle. Kirkland Signature London Dry Gin has earned an 89 score from Tastings for its "crisp, dry light body" and "effortless" finish. But who makes it?
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Is Steak Tartare Safe To Eat?
Steak tartare is, as Newsweek describes it, "meat in its platonic ideal." Although the publication admits that the dish is potentially risky due to the ever-present possibility of foodborne illness, still, it is "delicious partly because it is dangerous."
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10 Best Substitutes For Sweet Paprika
Should you find the paprika bottle empty, there are several alternative options you can use in place of the spice.
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The Real Reason Some Sugar Isn't Vegan
Not that anyone's encouraging you to eat more sugar, but, let's face it, sometimes you just need some baked goods in your life. Unfortunately, vegans must conquer an extra layer of concern around the sugar they're buying and consuming. Why is that?
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The Truth About Black Garlic
Garlic is a pretty great ingredient on its own that can add some real flavor and aroma to countless dishes. That said, there's a way to make regular ol' garlic, as great as it is, even better -- make it black.
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How Much Money Do Food Truck Owners Typically Make?
Food trucks have been around for decades, but at the moment, they're most definitely one of the cool kids on the block in American food culture. How much can a food truck owner expect to make?
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Why Is Kobe Beef So Expensive?
If you want to purchase real-deal Kobe beef in the U.S. — well, good luck with that, there are only 36 restaurants in the nation that are authorized by the Kobe Beef Marketing & Distribution Promotion Association to even sell the stuff. Why is it so expensive?
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Can You Safely Eat Kiwi Skin?
Kiwis are one of those fruits we love to hate. Inside you'll find a juicy green fruit full of sweetness. Outside is a fuzzy layer of thin skin that seems almost impossible to peel off. Why not just eat kiwis with the skin on? It would definitely make life easier, but is it safe?
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Coca-Cola Energy: What You Should Know Before You Drink One
Coca-Cola Energy, is the company's first Coke-branded non-soda drink, was quietly released in January prior to its grand public launch via Super Bowl promotions and a commercial that ran during the big game. What's it all about?
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Why You Should Never Put Tequila In The Freezer
Tequila is one of those liquors where people seem to fall into one of two camps — either they like it, or they hate it. For those of you out there who consider yourselves fans of this Mexican spirit, knowing how to go about storing tequila is of paramount importance.
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Why Are Pine Nuts So Expensive?
They are best known for their role in a summery pesto with basil, garlic, a good olive oil, and parmesan cheese. Why is the tasty pine nut so expensive, though?
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The Gross Ingredient You Never Knew Was In Your Peanut Butter
Peanut butter, with or without jelly, is like the universal taste of childhood. Whether you like your peanut butter sweet or savory, smooth or chunky, there's one thing you probably don't like — or expect — with peanut butter, which is something you probably never expected.
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What's The Real Difference Between Pancetta And Prosciutto?
Pancetta and prosciutto are both cured meats, both pork products, both Italian, and both even start with the letter 'p.' Confusing! No wonder they're frequently mistaken for one another. Are they, in fact, the same thing, or at least similar enough so as to make them interchangeable?
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The Truth About French Tacos
Talk about crossing cultures — the French taco combines a dizzying array of ingredient influences in its overstuffed tortilla casing.
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What Is Scrapple Actually Made Out Of?
Maybe scrapple isn't quite as weird as other strange morning meals from around the world like Britain's blood-based black pudding, but scrapple is still one of the stranger breakfast meats you'd ever want to eat... or perhaps not eat, at least after you find out what it's made from.
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What's The Real Difference Between Cilantro And Coriander?
Cilantro and coriander — sometimes the names seem to be used interchangeably, but are they actually the same thing? Or are they two separate herbs? Well, the answer is no — but also no.
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Why You Should Never Put Whiskey In The Freezer
Some drinks can be kept in the freezer. Water, for example, can be frozen to make ice cubes, or to stay cold longer once you take it out, particularly in the summer. On the other hand, there are some drinks you should never put in the freezer. Whiskey is one that should never be put in the freezer.
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Why Does The Durian Fruit Smell So Bad?
There is no fruit quite like the durian, which has the appeal to entice even as it repulses. Why does it smell so bad?
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How Long Dried Herbs And Spices Really Last
Unless some kind of herb-or-spice-eating bug gets into a jar, some of our spices look like they might have a long shelf life. But not only is this not the case, some culinary experts think that dried herbs and spices actually begin to lose their strength as soon as you buy them.
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Why Is Bluefin Tuna So Expensive?
Canned tuna isn't exactly an expensive fish, which is probably why it's been such a staple of sack lunches for decades. Order up some bluefin tuna at a sushi restaurant, however, and you'll almost certainly be paying a pretty penny. Why is it so pricey?
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This Is What's Really In American Cheese
What's orange, comes individually wrapped in plastic or shaved off a block at the deli counter, and tastes like heaven on a burger or in a grilled cheese sandwich? American cheese. What's really in these square orange-y slices, though, and is it even real cheese?
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The Truth About Kirkland Fish Oil
Kirkland fish oil, a Costco brand supplement, is known for being very economical, and it can be tempting to pick some up if you're in the market for fish oil. However, there are many questions as to the quality of the product.
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Why You Should Never Put Wine In The Freezer
If you forgot about the bottle of wine you tried to quickly chill in your freezer, you may be wondering if it can live to be enjoyed at another time, or do you declare the bottle a lost cause?
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This Is What's Really In A Slim Jim
Have you ever put much thought about what's actually in these processed meat rods called Slim Jims? They're most certainly not beef jerky and truth be told, their ingredients might just keep you from snapping into one ever again.
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The Reason An Apple In The Morning Might Be Better Than Coffee
For coffee drinkers, pouring a hot cup of joe in the morning isn't just a ritual of habit, it's a necessity to get the day started. What about switching your morning mug of coffee though, for a crisp apple instead?
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White Pepper Vs. Black Pepper: Is There Really Any Difference?
All the berries that grow on the pepper plant grow to the exact same shade: red. What sets the peppercorns apart, that is whether they are white or black, is when we pick the berries they are derived from, and what we do with the berries once they are picked.
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Why Are Avocados So Expensive?
Depending on where you are in the world, you can find avocados in both savory dishes as a side or garnish, or as the main ingredient in puddings and dessert. They can be pretty pricey, though. Why is that?
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Are Steel Cut Oats Really Healthier Than Rolled Oats?
It's easy to become overwhelmed by all the oatmeal choices out there, especially not knowing whether steel cut or rolled oats are healthier and make a better bowl. Nutritionally, steel cut oats and rolled oats are the same. The biggest difference is the taste and texture, as well as cooking times.
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Are Beet Greens Edible?
In the 2010s, beets — which have long horrified picky kids and stain-averse adults alike — made a surprising comeback, suddenly cropping up on tables nationwide. But today's beet consumers often make a common mistake: tossing the greens attached to these humble root-vegetable gems.
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What Exactly Is Allspice Dram?
Allspice dram (also called pimento dram), was once a hard-to-find ingredient in the United States. It offers sweet and spicy notes to the recipes it's added to, but promises not to be too sugary or too bitter. What more could you want in a liqueur?
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This Is What Happens When You Store Whiskey In A Decanter
Whiskey poured from a fancy decanter just seems so high-toned. Does it actually do anything for the whiskey, though? While we know there are reasons why some experts recommend decanting win, are there similar reasons why decanting whiskey is something everybody should be doing?
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Corn Syrup Vs. High Fructose Corn Syrup: What's The Difference?
There's been bad press regarding high fructose corn syrup; anything with a similar name is looked at with suspicion. But how does it compare to corn syrup?
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Is Kirkland Signature Water Safe?
If you're a regular shopper at Costco, then you're no doubt used to seeing people pushing around carts with a pallet or two of Kirkland bottled water. It has more ingredients than just 'water,' though. Is it safe to drink?
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Is Balut Safe To Eat?
Whether it's roasted so that its skin is shiny and crisp, or served with an orange sauce, most of us have no problem eating duck, unless you talk about consuming duck while it's still in its shell and before it's been hatched — that's known an balut. But is it really safe to eat a duck fetus?
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Is Spelt Healthier Than Wheat?
With more people looking for alternatives to wheat, some long-forgotten-about grains are beginning to attract more attention on grocery store shelves. One of these is spelt. Is it healthier than wheat?
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50 Fast Food Items You Need To Eat Before You Die
While there's a lot of junk on fast food menus across the U.S., there are also items you should try. You need to eat these fast food items before you die.
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Frozen Food You Should Be Buying At Aldi
If you're unsure where to start in Aldi's frozen isle, try picking from some of our personal favorites. These are the frozen foods you should be buying at Aldi.
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Why Jimmy John's Is In Big Trouble With The FDA
A recent warning letter issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration accuses Jimmy John's of repeatedly making use of 'adulterated fresh produce, specifically clover sprouts and cucumbers.'
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How The Coronavirus Might Affect Your Diet Coke Supply
In China, the epicenter of the coronavirus, factories have shuttered, leading to 'snarled supply chains,' affecting companies in the United States and around the world — even ones as seemingly untouchable as Coca-Cola.
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Everything You Need To Know About Chipotle's New Queso
Queso lovers, rejoice. Chipotle just announced that the quick-service chain is rolling out a new queso recipe on Thursday, February 27. Queso Blanco will be replacing the current queso option on the menu and has widely been a success in the 52 locations it was taste-tested across three markets.
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Here's How To Get Unlimited Coffee At Panera
Whether it's the soothing soups or the hearty café-style sandwiches, customers can always turn to Panera for their favorite comfort foods and baked goods. If you're someone who just cannot get enough coffee with your go-to baked good order, there's a new Panera subscription that's just for you.
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Why Dunkin' Is Selling Bags Of Bacon
The latest Dunkin' menu addition is targeted right at all those keto dieters who may previously have been shunning this admittedly carb-centric chain. As of this week, you can now order a paper bag filled with nothing but bacon.
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The Real Reason Taco Bell Will Only Pay Some Managers $100K Per Year
Taco Bell recently announced a serious pay raise of some of its managers with salaries that are in the $100,000 range — but not all managers will qualify.
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Why This Pink Vietnamese Bread Is The Result Of Coronavirus
The hottest-selling bread in Ho Chi Minh City is just the loveliest shade of pink. This bread, which has become the baked goods version of a viral hit, was created not for its Instagram-worthiness, but as the result of an actual virus: coronavirus, that is.
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The Truth About The Minnesota Hotdish
It's a classic that's spent most of its culinary life hidden away in America's freezer section that is the northern Midwest. But the hotdish (yup, one word!) is having a moment in pop food culture, thanks to Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar and her Hot Dish House Parties.
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What To Know Before Ordering Papa John's New Jalapeno Popper Rolls
No doubt due to slumping sales and a spate of PR nightmares, Papa John's has been making some notable changes in recent months, and has been rolling out new menu items with a vengeance. The latest? Jalapeño Popper Rolls, launched this week as a "unique take on one of America's classic appetizers."
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How One Man Lost 150 Pounds On The Disney Diet
The one thing probably nobody would say, if asked to word-associate with 'Disneyland,' would be 'health spa.' And yet, for one man, Disneyland proved to be just that — a place that would, quite literally, save his life, and then inspire him along the path to a healthier, happier future.
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KFC Chicken & Donuts Sandwich: What You Need To Know Before Ordering
If you like the sensation of eating something crisp, sweet, and savory at the same time, have we got a treat for you. KFC is offering what one taster has called a 'near-perfect' sandwich — the aptly-named Chicken & Donuts sandwich.
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The Huge Change Coming To Costco Food Courts
Costco has something of a cult following. Everyone from high schoolers, bartenders, and parents love the big box store and have been found to wax-poetic on Kirkland Signature products from time to time. But one major change is heading for one of the most beloved corners of stores: the food court.
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Here's What A Year-Old McDonald's Meal Really Tastes Like
We've seen stomach-turning McDonald's challenges before, but recently one brave lad, Matt Nadin from Barnsley, England, dug up a Big Mac meal that had been buried in his friend Andy Thompson's backyard for 14 months to complete what he called the McDonald's 365 Challenge. So what did it taste like?
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Burger King's Gross New Ad Hopes To Sell 'Real Food'
Burger King has had some unusual advertising promos over the years — some of them have been downright dumb. How does their 'moldy Whopper' ad stack up?
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The Real Reason You Can't Get McDonald's Shamrock Shake Year-Round
It's something that happens every year, just after Valentine's Day, and goes on for about a month, up until St. Patrick's Day — that most wonderful time of the year according to certain McDonald's frozen beverage aficionados — Shamrock Shake season!
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This Is Surprisingly The Most Searched Restaurant Chain Of 2019, According To Google
To celebrate its 15th year, Google Maps is telling America what its favorite restaurant chain was in 2019, based on the number of search queries it recorded.
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There Might Be Big Changes Coming To McDonald's Ice Cream Machines
Have you ever hit up Mickey D's hoping for an ice cream cone, only to be told no, you can't get one because our soft-serve machine is down? Of course you have, since McDonald's ice cream machines are always broken, or so it seems. Big changes could be on the way to your local McDonald's.
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Papa John Admits He Didn't Actually Eat 40 Pizzas In A Month
Last November, fallen CEO John Schnatter lashed out at Papa John's and made a claim that has now sent him back into the throes of controversy: "I've had over 40 pizzas in the last 30 days, and it's not the same pizza," he said. "It's not the same product. It just doesn't taste as good."
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How To Get Starbucks' Secret Menu Valentine's Day Drink
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, but Starbucks has graciously withheld from the romanticism. Since the beloved coffee shop is lacking a red-and-pink menu this year, its fanatics have stepped in to create their own secret menu Valentine's Day drink.
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What You Need To Know About The New Disney-Themed Ice Cream
Brace yourselves, Disney/Pixar fans and ice cream lovers (have we covered, like, 99 percent of the human race here?), your new favorite dessert has arrived in grocery store freezers: ice cream flavors created to celebrate childhood movie classics Monsters Inc. and The Incredibles.
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Why Is Vanilla So Expensive?
Vanilla is the second most expensive spice in the world today after saffron, because it can only be found in specific parts of the world and it can only be pollinated in a specific way by hand — or by certain animal and insect species.
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How To Get Free Guacamole From Chipotle
Good news, guacamole lovers! Burrito behemoth Chipotle has announced that they will be giving away guacamole for free! Well, not indefinitely, and not for everybody. Still, if you act now, it's easy enough to qualify.
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Costco's Plant-Based 'Queso' Dip: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
A block of Velveeta melted down is the easiest way to make queso, but the Costco version made by Good Foods is, of course, cheese-free. What's it all about?
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The One Big Problem With The New Sweethearts Conversation Hearts
What would Valentine's Day be without those chatty little candy hearts we've all come to know and love? They're back this year, but they're not exactly like they've been in years past.
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Who Actually Makes Aldi's Winking Owl Wine?
While Trader Joe's Charles Shaw (aka Two Buck Chuck) may have popularized the concept of cheap wines you needn't be ashamed to drink, Aldi's Winking Owl is another rising star in the booze-on-a-budget field. But who actually makes this inexpensive wine that the masses rave about?
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Where To Get Fast Food Deals For Valentine's Day 2020
There are some pretty fun and unique Valentine's Day promotions out there at a few fast food restaurants, and they're going to cost a lot less than a trendy French bistro you couldn't get into anyway.
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The Real Reason Subway Is Firing Hundreds Of People At Their Headquarters
While it's no secret that Subway's sales have been slipping throughout the 2010s, resulting in the closures of hundreds of stores nationwide, the announcement on February 5, 2020 that they would be eliminating 300 corporate positions from their headquarters came as quite a blow.
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Who Actually Makes Kirkland Vodka?
While rumors have persisted for years that Kirkland Signature Vodka, aka Costco's house brand, is really the same as Grey Goose, this rumor is not just an oversimplification, but it's evidently just not true. Who really makes Kirkland vodka?
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Are Dunkaroos Finally Making A Comeback In 2020?
One of the best parts of being an adult is the ability to buy your own snacks — in fact, buying your own snacks might be one of the only things that makes adulting even remotely worth it. Often though, childhood snacks that were once loved by an entire generation get discontinued, like Dunkaroos.
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The Secret Item You Can Order At Chipotle
If you've stuck with Chipotle through thick and thin and you still have not tried their secret menu, then it's time to change that.
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You Should Never Get Tacos At Chipotle. Here's Why
Let's take a minute to talk about Chipotle's tacos, and why they might not be the best option if you want the most bang for your buck. Yes, it seems a little odd to tell folks to avoid the tacos at a Tex-Mex place, but trust us on this one. Here's why you should say no to Chipotle's tacos.
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The Free Upgrade You Aren't Ordering At Five Guys But Should
Whether or not you already have a go-to Five Guys order, there's an upgrade you should definitely try on your next trip, since it involves getting something extra for nothing.
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Ex-Workers Reveal The One Free Topping You Should Never Get At Five Guys
Fast food in the form of burgers, fries, and milkshakes is not the healthiest meal, but there are more reasons to avoid some Five Guys menu items. Whether it's your first time to the chain or you are a steady regular, you might want to consider making a few changes to your order.
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The Reason Jack In The Box Tacos Are So Cheap
Although it's kind of hard to wrap your brain around, it's an actual fact that somebody — quite a lot of somebodies — is eating a whole lot of Jack in the Box tacos. At two for a buck, these are the cheapest tacos in fast food. Why are they so cheap?
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The Reason MOD Pizza Is So Delicious
It seems word has gotten out that MOD Pizza is not only quick and convenient — after all, that's pretty much the point of pizza chains — but that their pizza is yummy enough to stand out from the crowd of competitors.
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The Secret Item You Can Order At Burger King
There's something just extra enough about ordering at Burger King with a secret menu in mind to make it feel a little luxurious — and it's even more so when hunger strikes and you need a thicker burger than the standard.
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The Secret Item You Can Order At Taco Bell
Even if Taco Bell doesn't have the 'create your own' setup that its cousin Chipotle has, the fast food chain has a ton of mashup menu items thanks to secret menu creations. Here's one of our favorites that's sure to please.
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The Healthiest Fast Food Chicken Sandwich You Can Buy
When your only real option for lunch is fast food, but you still want to stay kind of healthy, well, you go for the grilled chicken, right? If you want to know what your best option is amongst the many grilled chicken sandwiches out there, well, we have your answer.
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The Untold Truth Of Taco Bell's Breakfast
There's a lot about Taco Bell's breakfast menu you might already know, but even the most dedicated Bell-heads can learn a thing or two. Take a seat and prepare for a deep dive into the world of early-morning fast food eats. This is the untold truth of Taco Bell's breakfast game.
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Is Jersey Mike's Healthier Than Subway?
When it comes to submarine sandwich choices, American sandwich fans have quite a few to choose from. The most well-known sandwich chain in the United States is Subway, but there's another chain on the rise -- Jersey Mike's. Which is your best bet if you're looking for a healthy hoagie?
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The Cheapest And Best Fast Food Menu Isn't What You Think
'Cheap' and 'fast food' are two things that have always gone hand-in-hand. With the rise of value menus, though, fast food became even cheaper. While you may think McDonald's has this market cornered, the best bang for your buck doesn't come from the golden arches.
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The Secret Item You Can Order From Dunkin's Drive-Thru
Even if you, like America, run on Dunkin', there is one secret menu item you may not even be aware that you can order there. Not even talking about the endless variety of customizable drink options — this is something truly unexpected.
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How Much It Typically Costs To Start A Food Truck
Food trucks blew up in the late 2000s and early 2010s, surely spurred on by the recession as would-be operators looked for ways to cut costs instead of taking the financial plunge that accompanies brick-and-mortar businesses. But how much does it take to make these meals-on-wheels wonders run?
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How Much Five Guys Franchise Owners Really Make Per Year
Considering just how popular Five Guys' burgers are and their commitment to using never-frozen beef and slicing their own potatoes, owning one has to be a solid investment, right?
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The Truth About The Halal Guys Famous White Sauce
The Halal Guys, a food cart that has served New York City for over 25 years, is famous for its secret white sauce used over platters of lamb, chicken, and rice. People have been trying to get the recipe for decades to no avail.
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The Reason So Many People Hate In-N-Out Fries
In-N-Out is a popular west coast fast food restaurant known for serving burgers without additives or preservatives. The Los Angeles Times ranked their fries as one of the worst in both taste and texture (David Chang agrees), sparking a debate about why people dislike In-N-Out fries.
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How Does In-N-Out Cook Its Fries?
When it comes to California-based burger chains, In-N-Out reigns supreme. Burger fans have been flocking to its locations for their popular burgers and shakes. In-N-Out's menu hacks have become a must for many of the chain's regulars -- especially when it comes to the fries.
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The Untold Truth Of Wendy's Breakfast
Wendy's might be better known for Frostys than biscuits, but that doesn't mean it's given up on giving its patrons a fresh meal in the morning. From the various breakfast menu items that vanished, to where Wendy's breakfast is today, here's the 411 on the fast food chain's rocky breakfast history.
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How Long Does It Take To Film An Episode Of Chopped?
As one of Food Network's most popular shows, it's easy to see why viewers have so many burning questions about Chopped. The cooking competition is in its 45th season with over 500 episodes (via IMDb), and there are a lot of hours to watch — but how long did all that content take to produce?
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Whatever Happened To Dunkin's 'Time To Make The Donuts' Commercial Guy?
Although Michael Vale had long aspired to be a serious actor, he will live on in the minds and even the hearts of those who will remember him as the weary baker who dragged himself out of bed throughout the '80s and' 90s because it was "time to make the donuts."
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The Real Reason Mary Berry Left The Great British Bake Off
When The Great British Bake Off first hit the UK airwaves in 2010, it quickly became a mega-hit — in no small part due to sweet, grandmotherly judge Mary Berry. She, along with the more stand-offish Paul Hollywood, consumed about a zillion carbohydrates apiece while tasting, testing, and judging.
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How Much Does It Cost To Hire Ina Garten?
Maybe it's the popped collar, or maybe it's her perfectly curated home and kitchen, but Ina Garten, otherwise known as the Barefoot Contessa, is an effortlessly elegant inspiration to many. If you'd love to have Garten make a personal appearance, her services come at a premium price.
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What It's Really Like To Try Out For Chopped
Are you a huge fan of the Food Network's perennially popular cooking competition Chopped? Have you ever imagined yourself as one of the chefs, showing off your own chops, slices, and dices? Here's what it's really like to try out for Chopped.
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Be Our Chef: Everything We Know About Disney's New Cooking Show
If there's one thing there's no shortage of at present, it's cooking shows. But Disney is here to bring us yet another cooking show: Be Our Chef. Here's what we know about the new program set to drop in late March.
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Here's How Fast Matt Stonie Can Eat A McDonald's Happy Meal
How fast do you eat a Happy Meal? Watch and learn from the champ, YouTuber and competitive eater Matt Stonie.
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The Untold Truth Of Top Chef Judge Gail Simmons
Gail Simmons has been a fixture on television screens since she joined Top Chef in 2006. Here's everything you should know about Gail Simmons.
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Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski Reveals The One Food He Won't Eat
Everybody's got that one food they just can't stand, something that they'd have to be starving before they'd even consider eating, and even then it would be a tough choice. Antoni Porowski from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy recently revealed in an interview that there's a rather esoteric food that makes him say 'yuck!' What is it?
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The Reason Planters Debuted Baby Nut At The Super Bowl
While Planters held to its promise to back off on any "death of Mr. Peanut"-related promotions after Kobe Bryant's tragic helicopter crash, and they also refrained from showing the original commercial killing off the iconic brand mascot during the pre-game show, they never abandoned the funeral ad.
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Chives
Whether you're making a dip for a party or preparing a soup or potato salad, there's a good chance that eventually you'll run across chives on the ingredients list. What if you don't have any on hand?
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Curry Leaves
Let's clear up a few misconceptions about curry leaves: First, they are not related to curry powder; the latter is a blend of ground spices, as opposed to the curry leaf-producing plant, called Murraya koenigii. But if you can't get your hands on curry leaves, a few substitutions may do the trick.
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You've Been Cleaning Your Air Fryer Wrong This Whole Time
When it comes to cleaning your air fryer, do you really know what you're doing here? Failing to clean your air fryer is actually one of the biggest mistakes you can make with this appliance, and there is definitely a right way and a wrong way to get it done.
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise is the most popular condiment in the U.S. However, if you need something to substitute for mayonnaise, whether for health reasons, because you ran out, or because you're making a dish that requires it and you simply don't like the country's most popular content, there are options.
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The Secret Ingredient You Should Be Adding To Your Impossible Burgers
Whether you're eating Impossible burgers because you're vegan, vegetarian, or just trying to cut back on meat consumption, you want it to taste great. But if you're not adding this secret ingredient to your Impossible burger, you're missing out.
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Why You Should Never Put Vodka In The Freezer
One of the first things you learned about the freezer as a kid is that it wasn't a good idea to put any kind of beverage in there, lest you'd get a bursting-open can, big mess, and yelling mom. But what about one you're an adult? Doesn't vodka belong in the freezer? It turns out the answer is no.
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Ginger
Ginger is often used in baking and cooking. Whether you're reaching for the spice jar to make salad dressing, spice up sautéed vegetables, or to add a dash to a golden milk latte, there are plenty of substitutes in the spice rack that are suitable alternatives.
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Reasons You Should Wash Your Rice And Reasons You Shouldn't
Everyone is probably equally divided over how rice should be prepped before it is cooked, with one group believing rice can be thrown straight into a pot and cooked, while the other thinking that rice would benefit from a good rinse before it is prepared.
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Can You Freeze Basil?
We've all been there — you find a recipe you're really excited about and the last ingredient on the list is fresh basil. Easy enough to source, but with herbs a little goes a long way. So what's the best way to freeze all that leftover basil?
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Allspice
If you've ever dared to cook or bake without first reading the entire recipe and gathering all of your ingredients, then there's a good chance you reached for a spice that was no longer on the kitchen shelf. One of those spices that is often mistaken for a blend is allspice.
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How To Freeze Cheese The Right Way
Encountered a load of cheese on deep discount? Accidentally overbought for your latest kitchen experiment? Whatever created the expiration-date emergency on your surplus cheese stash, you may be able to prolong its life by freezing.
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Here's What You Can Substitute For Cardamom
Cardamom is a spice used in meals throughout the world, from Scandinavian to Indian dishes. As one of the more expensive spices, however, sometimes you may need to substitute if you don't have any on hand and your recipe calls for it.
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Why You Should Never Put Beer In The Freezer
Nobody likes a warm beer, and while putting your brew in the freezer to get it as ice-cold as possible might seem like a good idea, this may be the wrong way to use your freezer.
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You've Been Storing Fresh Ginger Wrong Your Whole Life
You never know how much ginger you'll need until you've bought one and taken it home, only to realize that you have way more than you need. While you may be tempted to wrap it up and pop it in the fridge, that may not give you the results you're hoping for next time you need to use it in a recipe.
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The McDonald's Dessert Hack Coffee-Lovers Need In Their Lives
Chances are, you've never heard of a McAffogato, because until recently, we'd never heard of it either. But it's most definitely a thing, and it could be the best tasting and classiest thing that you've never seen on McDonald's takeout menu.
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The Subtle Mistake You're Making With Your Gin And Tonic
So you're all ready to craft that perfect gin and tonic. Before you begin mixing, however, make sure you're not going to make this one mistake that could absolutely ruin — ok, maybe not ruin, but at least mar the perfection of — that long-anticipated drink.
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The Best Way To Keep Your Apples From Turning Brown After Cutting Them
There is nothing better than the taste of a fresh and juicy apple. That's why it's so heartbreaking when only minutes after cutting an apple you find those perfectly pristine slices have turned brown. Although you can't fully prevent apples from browning, there are ways to keep them fresher longer.
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