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What A Christmas Feast Looked Like For Ellis Island Immigrants

Holidays

What A Christmas Feast Looked Like For Ellis Island Immigrants

Garrett Palm

The immigrants who came to the U.S. through Ellis Island faced many challenges, but on Christmas, they were served a feast that would introduce them to America.

Culture

The Lobster Bisque Red Flag That's Right On The Menu

Nikki Munoz

Lobster bisque is a decadent treat - rich, creamy, and indulgent with intense lobster flavor. But don't order it if you notice one other menu detail.

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Culture

14 Former Presidents And The Restaurants They Loved To Eat At

Jay Wilson

These spots haven't always been near the White House, as you might expect; they are dotted around the world, reflecting the diverse tastes of former Presidents.

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Grocery

The Decadent Costco Hot Dog Hack That Might Beat All Others

Bobby Lewis

Avid Costco fans have their favorite dining tricks to amp up the beloved $1.50 hot dog. This decadent Costco hot dog hack from Reddit might beat the rest.

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Exclusives

The 4 Best Types Of Fish To Always Buy Frozen

Tiffany Betts

When it comes to fish, you might think that fresh is always better, but an experienced chef shares the four best types of fish to always buy frozen.

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News

Yelp's Top Chinese Restaurant In The US Is This New York Hole-In-The-Wall

Nikki Munoz

Yelp has released its 2024 list of top Chinese restaurants in the U.S. The number-one pick is this New York hole-in-the-wall that's as authentic as it gets.

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Grocery

This Is Why You Should Skip Aldi's Frozen Burritos

Jessica Fleming-Montoya

Frozen burritos can be a life-saver on a busy day, but with so many options in the freezer aisle, you don't want to make the wrong choice. Here's one to skip.

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Grocery

These Popular Granola Bars Were Just Recalled For Metal Contamination

Tiffany Betts

This brand, which makes some of the healthiest store-bought granola products, has become the subject of a voluntary recall due to metal contamination.

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Culture

In Greenland, A Traditional Christmas Feast Features Some Unusual Meat

Tiffany Betts

Christmas dinner feasts around the world have a lot of variation. In Greenland, they include some meats that aren't so typical outside the country.

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News

A Pennsylvania McDonald's Is Getting Review-Bombed After The UHC Shooting

Bobby Lewis

A Pennsylvania McDonald's is getting review bombed in connection with the high-profile shooting of the UnitedHealthcare CEO in New York City.

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Kitchen

The Big Slow Cooker Mistake You Didn't Realize You Were Making

Karen Hart

This mistake is the difference between creating a juicy, tender bite versus winding up with a tough, dry, and chewy meal. And yes, patience is a virtue.

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Facts

13 Of The Biggest Fruit And Vegetable Recalls That Haunted The US

Amadea Tanner

E. coli, salmonella, and listeria are common bacteria that can contaminate produce. These contaminants, among others, have sparked many nationwide recalls.

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Kitchen

Switch Up Jalapeño Poppers With A Simple Pepper Swap

Julianna Marie

If you're hosting any kind of gameday, snacks are a must. Switch up beloved favorites like jalapeño poppers with a simple pepper swap.

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Kitchen

The Soda Company That Created Santa Claus As We Know Him

Bobby Lewis

The image of modern day Santa Claus isn't how some previous generations were used to seeing him. Our version of Santa is thanks to a marketing campaign.

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Kitchen

Why Your Turkey Meat Sauce Never Tastes As Good As The Beef Version

Bobby Lewis

Turkey, being a lean meat, doesn't normally taste as good as its beef counterpart. In order to add more flavor, the solution requires adding this specific fat.

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Kitchen

An Underrated Brand Makes Some Of The Best Store-Bought Hot Dogs

Tiffany Betts

Discover the underrated brand behind some of the best store-bought hot dogs, endorsed by former NFL linebacker Clay Matthews III. A must-try favorite!

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Culture

The Buffalo-Flavored Latte That Rocked The Fast Food World

Julianna Marie

Some food hybrids are a dream we never saw coming. Others, not so much. Do you remember the buffalo-flavored latte that rocked the fast-food world?

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Kitchen

The Overrated Fish You Should Never Buy (And 2 To Buy Instead)

Bobby Lewis

Cooking a new kind of fish can be intimidating, but according to this chef, you don't need to break the bank to create a seafood feast with great flavor.

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Holidays

Why Apples Are A Popular Christmas Gift In China

Amrita Ray

Learning about traditional holiday gifts around the world is always interesting. Something as simple as an apple in China represents much more.

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Restaurants

Does McDonald's Still Offer Free Drink Refills?

Tiffany Betts

Whether it's due to food safety or most customers getting their orders to-go, the days of free refills at McDonald’s may be coming to an end.

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Grocery

The Aldi Brand Cereal That Doesn't Win Any Points For Flavor

Nikki Munoz

Aldi's Millville brand makes some pretty tasty knock-off cereals based on mainstream brands, but this one in particular really misses the mark.

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Kitchen

Fix Runny Homemade Frosting With One Extra Ingredient

Nikki Munoz

Frosting is very often one of the toughest parts of making the perfect cake. If your frosting turns out runny, don't toss it in the bin, try this instead.

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Restaurants

Burger King's BK Melts Are Finally Coming Back. Here Are The Details

Jessica Fleming-Montoya

Burger King sent Daily Meal details on how it plans to celebrate the holidays, and there's a particular menu item making a melty return – BK melts.

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Exclusives

6 Kirkland Olive Oils, Ranked Worst To Best

Monika Sudakov

We sampled every Costco store-brand olive oil to determine which one reigns supreme. After slurping and swishing them across our palates, here are the results.

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Exclusives

The Best Way To Defrost Frozen Fish (Even If You're In A Rush)

Nikki Munoz

Don't have 10 hours-plus to spare on defrosting fish? Try this expert-recommended method instead, which shouldn't take more than 30 minutes.

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Holidays

In Australia, Kids Leave Out This Boozy Drink For Santa

Karen Hart

If you consider adopting any Australian practices, this holiday tradition should be one. Kids leave out cookies with this boozy drink for Santa Down Under.

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Grocery

The Decadent Costco Meal You Can Only Find In France

Jordan C. Woika

If you've ever been in an international Costco location, you know how exciting it is to look at the regional specialties that differ from your local store.

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Holidays

Transform Chick-Fil-A's Peppermint Milkshake Into A Shareable Holiday Dessert

Nikki Munoz

Looking for a shareable holiday dessert with minimal effort? Transform Chick-fil-A's peppermint milkshake into the perfect dessert this holiday season.

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