Be Wary Of Lighting When Buying Beef. Here's What To Check Before Shelling Out Money
To bring home the best cuts, your first step should be looking past the smoke and mirrors of the meat department's carefully constructed lighting.
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Stories By Vanessa Barron
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Everyone Seemed To Cut Their Tongue On This Nostalgic Hard Candy
For as sweet as they were to savor, some types of candy might conjure more negative memories of jagged edges that were downright damaging to your taste buds.
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The Brilliant Jarred Ingredient Paul Newman Loved On His Burgers
In the recipe for his signature burger, Paul Newman insisted on a specific lineup of toppings, including this unexpected jarred ingredient.
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Not Kansas City, Not Green Bay: Which Football Stadium Food Is The Best, According To Bobby Flay
As for which stadium serves up the best food on game day, Bobby Flay endorsed this stadium, which is home to two NFL teams.
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The Humble Vegetable That's Easy To Grow, Doesn't Take Up Space, And Saves Money
It is one of the easiest vegetables to grow at home, making them a good starter choice for someone just dipping their toes into the world of edible gardening.
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This Canned Campbell's Product From The '50s Would Have People Cringing With Disgust Today
Today, there's Campbell's soup flavor you'll find confined to the history books.
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Unwritten Rules To Know Before Visiting Sheetz
Sheetz has more than just gas. Pop inside the beloved convenience store for a plethora of snacks and goodies; just be sure to follow these golden rules.
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9 Chicago Restaurants Anthony Bourdain Loved
Anthony Bourdain was always vocal about his love and respect for Chicago's food scene. These are the restaurants that stood out most for the celebrated chef.
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12 Retro Christmas Cookies That Deserve A Comeback
Over the years, many retro Christmas cookies have gone the way of the dinosaurs. That being said, here are 12 of them that deserve a comeback this season.
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8 Pennsylvania Dutch Buffets That Are Worth A Trip To Amish Country
If you're looking to visit Pennsylvania's Amish Country anytime soon, we've rounded up 8 restaurants with PA Dutch buffets that we feel are worth checking out.
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11 Martha Stewart-Approved Tips For Hosting Holiday Parties
Who better to guide us through planning a holiday party that feels both cozy and effortlessly elegant than the ultimate hostess herself, Martha Stewart?
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10 Vintage Airline Menus That Put Today's Snacks To Shame
Airline food? What's up with that? These days, most airline food isn't something to write home about. Back in the day, menus made travel special and luxurious.
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7 Shady Facts About Candy Cigarettes
Blurring the line between sweets and smoking, we reveal the controversial past and shady facts surrounding candy cigarettes, which are still on shelves today.
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The 9 Worst Candies To Give Out To Trick-Or-Treaters On Halloween
No one wants to be the house with the bad candy on Halloween. Here are the worst candies anyone can hand out on this candy-centric holiday.
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15 Iconic Ice Cream Flavors And How They Were Invented
If you've ever wondered where certain ice cream flavors originated from, look no further. We did a deep dive into the rich history of these frozen confections.
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8 Old-School Appetizers People Loved To Eat In The '50s
In the 50s, dinner parties were all about style, charm, and eye-catching appetizers. It's time to explore the old-school favorites that stole the show.
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9 Oddly Specific Food Festivals In Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has no shortage of fun food festivals, and some of them are oddly specific. From bean soup to whoopie pies, here are some of our favorites.
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9 Underrated Sandwich Chains You Should Try At Least Once
If you're a sandwich aficionado, it might be time to broaden your horizons. These nine sandwich chains around the U.S. are totally underrated.
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9 Etiquette Rules To Follow When Using Chopsticks
Using chopsticks properly takes more than a steady hand. Avoid cultural dining misteps by brushing up on the unique intricacies of global chopstick etiquette.
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16 Central Asian Foods You Need To Try At Least Once
Central Asia has unique and flavorful cuisine that many Americans don't know about. Take a look at the dishes to try if you're traveling through Central Asia.
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10 Vintage Kitchen Tools That Can Be Worth A Fortune Today
Beyond quality and excellent craftsmanship, vintage kitchen tools are collectible items priced at hundreds of dollars. Discover those to look out for.
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10 Bizarre And Disturbing Facts About Nutmeg
You may not think twice about adding nutmeg to a recipe, but there's more to this spice than meets the eye. Here's what you need to know about its origins.
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12 Vintage Cookbooks That Are Worth A Fortune Today
From rare first editions to cult classics, these sought-after cookbooks can fetch high prices from collectors drawn to their history and charm.
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10 Classic Fish For Sushi (And Why They're So Popular)
Sushi can be inventive, unique, but there are some fish you're certain to see often. Here's why these particular fish are classic parts of the cuisine.
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10 Bizarre Vintage Cakes Nobody Eats Anymore
Cake itself will always be a go-to, staple dessert, but that doesn't mean there haven't been some bizarre cake recipes that couldn't stand the test of time.
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The Weirdest Popular Foods That People Ate In 1975
Food trends have gone boom and bust since time immemorial. In the middle of the 1970s, there were some especially strange foods regularly gracing the table.
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13 International McDonald's Menus Items We Want To Bring To The US
McDonald's menu varies by country. We wish that these delicious international options would make an appearance on American menus sometime soon.
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