What Really Happened To McDonaldland?
A bold marketing endeavor born in 1971, McDonaldland aimed to sell food to kids by capitalizing on their fascination with playful TV characters.
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Stories By Brooks Halliday
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People Can't Stand These Rachael Ray Catchphrases
What's one huge gripe against America's number one kitchen cheerleader? Her "Rachael-isms," aka cute and cheeky phrases that some find simply intolerable.
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The Most Underrated Aldi Holiday Desserts
When it comes to satisfying a sweet tooth, the options at Aldi are seemingly endless. Check out these new mouthwatering holiday dessert options.
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What Are Luxardo Cherries And What Do They Taste Like?
Luxardo cherries have an intensely dark, reddish-brown hue and thick, aromatic syrup, these beauties bear no resemblance to the stemmed red variety you are used to. This is what Luxardo cherries taste like and what you can use them for.
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Why You Should Think Twice About Eating Raw Canned Tomatoes
When it comes to versatility in the pantry, it's hard to beat canned tomatoes. Harvested and preserved at the peak of freshness, plump, red canned tomatoes are almost always tastier than fresh. But, should you really be eating them raw?
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Sam's Club Desserts That Should Be In Your Kitchen Right Now
With so many decadent options at Sam's Club - from classics like cupcakes to holiday favorites like Panettone cake - picking one can be overwhelming.
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The Untold Truth Of Zaxby's
With more than 30 years as the spot for fresh and tasty chicken, Zaxby's continues to delight customers. Here's the untold truth of this fast food chicken chain
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The Real Reason Your Gingerbread Is Cracking
Whether you're planning to build a house or stuff your face with the gingery goodness, you don't want your gingerbread cookies to crack and crumble.
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