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"Restaurants are magic": Chef Karen Akunowicz on "Top Chef," food waste and what keeps her cooking

Boston's "Queen of Pasta" talks about cutting down on expenses in the kitchen

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After "Top Chef," Gabe Erales finds purpose in supporting marginalized Mexican youth

"Through Oído, we are offering the guidance and path to success [and] providing opportunities for a better life"

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McDonald’s faces lawsuit over alleged orange juice surcharge in breakfast combos

"If I knew there was a surcharge for the orange juice, I wouldn't have ordered it every time"

30.12.2024 2

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Love Oreo cookies? 2025 will be your year as the brand launches a half dozen new products

Oreo is going all out in 2025, with more than six exciting new products to further diversify their offerings

30.12.2024 2

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Safety warning issued for QVC oven gloves following dozens of injury reports

The gloves "can fail to provide sufficient protection from heat, posing a burn hazard to consumers"

30.12.2024 3

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Jessica B. Harris revisits Kwanzaa: A keepsake cookbook for a new generation

"Traditions: The basis is the basis. How people embroider on it is theirs"

28.12.2024 2

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From diner waitress to James Beard Winner: How Karen Akunowicz became Boston's "queen of pasta"

"A waitress from the Arlington Diner could win one of the most prestigious culinary awards in the country"

21.12.2024 9

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"Top Chef" alum Shota Nakajima wants you to swap your salt for soy sauce

Regular salt is fine. But in some cases, the umami-rich sauce may be better

17.12.2024 3

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Spicy YouTube show "Hot Ones" sold by BuzzFeed after $82.5 million deal announcement

"The future is spicy and I can't wait to see what's next" First We Feast founder Chris Schonberger said

16.12.2024 3

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Burn notice: Millions of popular Stanley travel mugs recalled over potential hazards

"These mug's lid threads can shrink when exposed to heat and torque . . . posing a burn hazard"

16.12.2024 4

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"The more curious the eater": Meet the museum leader who believes food can open up the world

"I think food has always been a way of communicating," says Parvizi

10.12.2024 6

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Chipotle confirms incoming price increases, primarily due to inflation

The increase is said to affect about 20% of Chipotle locations nationwide

10.12.2024 5

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When mushrooms meet brown butter: 5-ingredient egg noodles that steal the show

It comes together in under a half hour, too

09.12.2024 3

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How the Museum of Food and Drink is redefining museums, one bite at a time

"Why isn't there a Smithsonian-level institute dedicated to the study of the culture and science behind food?"

09.12.2024 2

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Restaurant chefs and top bakers swear by this butter: Why experts say Plugrà is superior

In many of the restaurants in which I've worked, Plugrà butter was the go-to choice, and just one taste shows why. Whether salted or unsalted, it’s...

04.12.2024 6

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Cucumbers and Costco eggs recalled amid growing food safety alarms

“Another day, another recall” might be an understatement as food safety concerns mount this holiday season. Costco’s Kirkland brand eggs and a...

03.12.2024 30

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Ultra-processed food consumption may worsen psoriasis symptoms

Over recent years, concerns about the health effects of ultra-processed foods have grown, and a new study suggests another potential link. As reported...

03.12.2024 10

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How chef Patrick O’Connell’s "living theater’ revolutionized fine dining

Patrick O’Connell is a singular force in the restaurant world, with a storied career that spans decades. His masterpiece, The Inn at Little...

29.11.2024 8

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No sweat: Simple ways to to ease your anxiety and help save on Thanksgiving food costs this year

  Thanksgiving is a marvelous holiday—but not always for our wallets. This year, however, the financial stress (including lingering inflation)...

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Turkey talk: An expert's tips for effortlessly roasting the perfect golden-brown turkey

I love turkey. One of my absolute favorite Thanksgiving traditions is prepping the turkey with my brother on Thanksgiving Eve: We opt for a compound...

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McDonald's invests $100 million in marketing to rebuild trust after E. coli outbreak

Following a recent E. coli outbreak, McDonald’s is launching a $100 million marketing campaign and providing more than $60 million in support to...

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Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy launches in China, offering obesity drug at a fraction of US prices

Semaglutide and tirzepatide medications have transformed weight loss, diabetes management, and overall health in recent years. Now, people in China...

21.11.2024 30

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"Shrinkflation": Tropicana customers incensed over unpopular bottle redesign

Tropicana loyalists are upset over a recent bottle redesign that not only alters the aesthetic but also reduces capacity. The new bottles reportedly...

21.11.2024 7

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Want to make some "Bake Off"-level pies this Thanksgiving? Here's a pastry expert's best tips

Thanksgiving is almost here!  For anyone planning on doing any baking, you may be ferociously Googling and flipping through baking cookbooks to...

19.11.2024 9

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Rachael Ray discusses being child-free with celebrity trainer Bob Harper — and how she adores dogs

Rachael Ray recently spoke about her life being child-free, and she seems thrilled with her choice to remain so.  On the fourth episode of her new...

14.11.2024 4

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Martha Stewart isn't especially fond of Drew Barrymore's "touchy-feely" interview style

With a playful shove, Stewart wordlessly tells the typically touchy Barrymore to back off

13.11.2024 4

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Researchers find 22 pesticides may raise prostate cancer risk and death rates

A recent study published in Cancer: An International Interdisciplinary Journal of the American Cancer Society found that 22 pesticides “showed...

08.11.2024 10

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Super anxious about election results? Lean on comfort food with these 7 recipes

Does election week have you stressed? Are you biting your nails in anxious anticipation? Have you gorged on leftover Halloween candies  (or...

05.11.2024 3

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FBI: Ex-Disney World employee accused of hacking menus, altering peanut allergen warnings

A former Disney employee, Michael Scheuer, has been accused of hacking into software used by Disney restaurants to falsely indicate that certain food...

04.11.2024 8

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7 of Martha Stewart's most iconic recipes to enjoy while watching Netflix's "Martha"

"Martha" on Netflix is all the rage right now. While Stewart's own endorsement of the documentary's portrayal of her life and career is questionable,...

01.11.2024 7

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Costco recalls smoked salmon due to potential listeria contamination

Following a barrage of other similar recalls, Costco is now recalling its smoked salmon due to possible listeria contamination.  According to John...

28.10.2024 6

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"Top Chef" alum Nini Nguyen's new cookbook is an "extra-special" love letter to Vietnamese food

"Top Chef" remains a fan favorite for a host of reasons: top-notch hosting, meticulous judging, abundant expertise, and food that both looks and...

28.10.2024 6

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The "Bake Off” guide to loaf cakes: Secrets from a pastry professional

Making a cake at home — from scratch! — can certainly be an anxiety-inducing thought. While your cake might turn out superb, there’s always the...

27.10.2024 7

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The best soy sauce is now made in ... Virginia?

For many, the concept of terroir is often limited to wine . Occasionally, it might be referenced when discussing dairy products , primarily cheeses...

24.10.2024 10

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Get sophisticated at home with this classic yet simple snapper dish — complete with a fancy flambé

Are you ready to flambé some Grand Marnier? I love to flambé; J’adore Grand Marnier. I live to flambé de Grand Marnier. How...

24.10.2024 8

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"Joy of Cooking" launches a podcast

If you are one of many who have a torn and tattered, sauce-splattered copy of the iconic "Joy of Cooking" cookbook, then do we have good news for you....

24.10.2024 9

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"Recipes function like arguments:" How philosophy informs Chef Jeremy Chan's Michelin-starred menu

In May 2023, while reviewing an episode of “ Top Chef: World All Stars ,” I was introduced to a chef I hadn’t encountered before:...

23.10.2024 5

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Over 600 types of frozen waffle products recalled over listeria risk

This week, Treehouse Foods Inc. announced on the company "is voluntarily recalling certain frozen waffle products ... due to the potential to be...

23.10.2024 8

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Butter secrets every "Bake Off" fan should know, according to a pastry expert

  “ The Great British Baking Show ” (or “Bake-Off,” depending on where you're watching) is an immensely popular series with a...

20.10.2024 8

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Your favorite chef’s favorite chef: How Blanca’s Victoria Blamey is redefining fine dining

Victoria Blamey has been one of the most sought-after chefs in New York City for over a decade now. Her career started a world away, though. Blamey,...

16.10.2024 4

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Pope Francis urges world leaders to transform military spending into investments in food and health

To mark World Food Day on October 16, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of combating food insecurity and ensuring that everyone has access to...

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McDonald's files suit against the "Big Four" beef companies, alleging a "price-fixing scheme"

Fast food juggernaut McDonald's is suing Tyson, JBS, Cargill and National Beef Packing Company and their subsidiaries, the Associated Press...

10.10.2024 4

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Mountain Dew brings back a nostalgic logo — and its full name

In its latest brand update, Mountain Dew is aiming for nostalgia in its look — and name. The "MTN" abbreviation that has been on every Mountain Dew...

10.10.2024 5

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TikTok's "Sandwich King" Owen Han knows the secret to making the perfect sandwich at home

Admittedly, I'm not a big TikTok guy. I know, I know, I'm missing out. The platform has just never captured me, to be honest since I'm a Twitter (oh,...

09.10.2024 6

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Ultra-processed foods also linked to risk of Type 2 Diabetes, new study reveals

The potential harms of ultraprocessed foods, or UPFs, have been well-documented in recent years. Most recently, a link between UPFs and Type 2...

08.10.2024 6

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Pizza Hut announces the return of its iconic Book It! program, along with new deals and promotions

Pizza Hut's iconic Book It! reading program — which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year — is making its long-awaited return to stores...

08.10.2024 5

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Nearly ten years since his victory, Chef Jeremy Ford reflects on "Top Chef" and his career since

Back in 2015, "Top Chef: California" aired, featuring challenges filmed all throughout the state. Chef Jeremy Ford was crowned the victor, besting...

06.10.2024 10

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"It’s a total dream": Alison Roman on heading to television, First Bloom and her favorite snacks

It's been a long time coming: Alison Roman will soon be on your TV screen. A new partnership with Tastemade will bring Roman’s beloved digital...

02.10.2024 30

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Chef José Andrés heads to North Carolina to volunteer and provide food to those displaced by Helene

As Asheville, North Carolina residents continue to struggle following the brutal aftermath of Helene, which hit Florida’s Big Bend region last week...

01.10.2024 5

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Cookbook author Lesley Enston on why Caribbean cuisine is "the world's first fusion food"

Recipe developer and food writer Lesley Enston's new cookbook "Belly Full: Exploring Caribbean Cuisine Though 11 Fundamental Ingredients and Over 100...

30.09.2024 3

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