Best Food News On The Web: 1/24/2013

Sure, it's been a busy week. So you may have missed some of the great stories put out by The Daily Meal's talented editors and their fantastic special contributors. But you wouldn't want to head into the weekend having missed some of the best food stories on the Web. So here's a second serving of some of the great food and drink stories that you definitely shouldn't have missed.

 

TOP NEWS/HOT ITEMS

Parody Combines Girls' Favorite Topics: Yogurt and Birth Control In this parody ad for yogurt with birth control on the bottom, we learn what diverse girlfriends really care about.

Federal Trade Commission Releases 685 Yelp Complaints Somebody did their homework and filed a Freedom of Information Act request.
 

EAT/DINE

Which Chain Has the Cheapest Wings? The Daily Meal investigates where to find the most inexpensive wings.

Recap: 'Top Chef: Seattle,' Episode 12 Sushi, fried chicken, and second guesses.
 

TRAVEL

Chicago's Best Food Truck Apps and Websites The best tools for tracking down the Windy City's best street foods.

10 Best Artisanal Treats to Try in New York City Sample the Big Apple's original offerings, from craft beer to artisanal chocolates.
 

COOK

How to Make the Perfect Mac and Cheese The classic pasta dish charms its way into anyone's heart, so make sure you make it perfectly.

The Daily Meal's Family Dinners: Kale Mac and Cheese Food brings everyone together, so join our family table and let's #eattogether.
 

RECIPES

Pasta Alla Norma Recipe Vincenzo Bellini's 1831 opera La Norma has long been believed to be the source of the time-honored name of this homey pasta dish, honoring both the opera and the typical dish of its composer's birthplace.

Clay Pot Catfish with Pickled Carrots and Cucumbers Recipe Catfish is such a humble fish, a bottom-feeder that can taste muddy if not cooked properly.
 

ENTERTAIN

Couture Tablescapes: Designer China Collections Your favorite designers are bringing their fashionable edge to the table.

How to Tailgate — New Orleans Style Can't make it to the Big Easy for the big game? Bring the spirit of this year's Super Bowl home with these NOLA-inspired tailgating tips.
 

VIDEO

Richard Blais on 'Try This at Home' The 'Top Chef All-Stars' winner discusses his first cookbook.

Understanding Juice Cleanses We talk to the founders of BluePrint to learn about what really goes into juice diets.
 

DRINK

18 Best Super Bowl Beer Commercials Crack open a cold brew, and check out the most famous beer ads from the last 25 years.

New Orleans' Favorite Punch Never heard of the Brandy Milk Punch? Consider it your Super Bowl treat.
 

FROM THE DAILY MEAL'S CULINARY CONTENT NETWORK

Cindy's Table brings us a recipe for "Short Ribs over Spaghetti Squash."

MLF and Cookies whips up some "Gluten Free Double Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches."

 

Tyler Sullivan is the Assistant Editor at The Daily Meal. Follow her on Twitter @atylersullivan