Food & Drink
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Is MSG Actually Bad for You? Here’s Why the Flavor Enhancer Has a Bad Rap
For decades, MSG has been embroiled in a whirlwind of misinformation and cultural stereotypes. But studies show that the umami seasoning not only helps food taste better, it’s also safe for consumption. We took an in-depth look to debunk all the…
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Dining Dangerously: 10 Foods You Should Never Eat, According to Nutritionists and Health Experts
The American diet is deadly. Around half of all U.S. heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes deaths are connected to poor eating habits, according to one study in the Journal of the American Medical Association. While this is a…
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Little Debbie Ice Cream Review: The Best (and Worst) Flavors
Hostess might blow Little Debbie out of the water when it comes to the actual taste of their treats, but Little Deb has been offering affordable prices of its snack cakes for decades. The company even debuted a line of…
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Buffalo Chicken Dip, Reuben Dip, and 7 Other Extra-Easy Slow Cooker Dip Recipes
When it comes to cheap and easy appetizers, dips are a consistent crowd-pleaser. While there are plenty of delicious cold dips, there’s also an entire world of decadent, warm variations that are super easy to prepare with a slow cooker.…
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The Cost of a Beer and a Hot Dog at Every MLB Ballpark
A day at the ballpark is a summer ritual, and no game is complete without a cold beer and a hot dog. But at most baseball stadiums, both are a little less affordable this year thanks to persistent inflation. The…
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The Coolest Coffee Shops in America
The concept of the coffee house dates back to the second half of the 15th century in Constantinople. Though Constantinople didn’t survive, the coffee shop did, exported from what’s now Istanbul through Europe and eventually to England, whose colonists brought…
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Why You Should (Almost) Never Defrost Meat in the Microwave
Defrosting a big hunk of meat takes time and patience. But given that those are in short supply for a lot of working people, it can be tempting to defrost…
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17 Delicious Tex-Mex Recipes Your Family Will Love
Even if you’ve got picky eaters to contend with, Tex-Mex is the one cuisine that family members universally love. Taco Tuesday is as ubiquitous at family dinner tables as it…
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20 Faygo Soda Flavors, Ranked — And The Best One Shook Me
Based in Detroit, Michigan, Faygo Beverages, Inc. offers a winding road of flavors from classic to unorthodox. We set out to discover which flavors from the Sultan of Soda’s lineup…
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Best Frozen Waffles: We Tried 8 — These Are the Best
Frozen waffles are a perfect way to enjoy a warm breakfast when you don’t have time to cook. But with so many brands to choose from, it can be pricey…
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11 Grilling Recipes That Showcase Summer Produce
With inexpensive fresh vegetables plentiful throughout the summer, grilling season is by no means limited to meat. Markets offer a bounty of tomatoes, eggplant, bell peppers, summer squash, and so…
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Meal Deals: Secrets for Better, Cheaper Meals at Your Favorite Chains
We all stop at fast-food restaurants now and again, especially if we’re in a hurry. But the money you’re spending on all those trips to the drive-thru can add up…
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12 Dangerous Food Hacks You Should Never Try at Home
The internet is full of inventive cooking ideas. From innovative products to hacks that save you time in the kitchen, you can learn tons of handy tips. But don’t take…
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What Starbucks Baristas Really Think When You ‘Pay it Forward’ at the Drive-Thru
Many Starbucks customers would likely agree that it’s a sweet feeling when you roll up to the Starbucks drive-thru, order your favorite drink or snack, and then have the barista…
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Unbeatable Food Deals Near You: September’s Top Picks
As much as we’d all like to cook wholesome, homemade meals every night, few people have the time, energy, or know-how to put together seven dinners a week. And so…
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10 Vegetable Chopper Recipes for Quick and Easy Meals, According to Redditors
Veggie choppers, if you don’t already know, are great. They can reduce your kitchen prep time by a huge amount, and better yet, you’ll always get a nice, even dice.…
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I Tried Chick-fil-A’s New Honey Pimento Sandwich And This Hack Makes It Taste Better
Chick-fil-A doesn’t have a large menu. Unlike other fast food chains, they pretty much stick to one thing — chicken — and do it really well. So when there’s a…
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No One Tips 15% Anymore – and Which States Tip the Most (and Least)
Leaving a 15% tip on your restaurant bill was the standard for years, but that seems to be changing — and, for servers, it’s a change for the better. Though…
