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Lei Shishak

Taco Bell Cheesy Street Chalupas And Crispy Chicken Nuggets Review: Order The Chalupas, But Skip The Nuggets

Taco Bell is offering a new version of its popular chalupas, as well as a spicy chicken nugget. We ordered both to see how these new items stack up.

Maria Scinto

You May Think It's Tacky, But Buffets Are The Superior Choice For Weddings

Whether you're planning a wedding or just hosting an informal gathering where guests say, "I do," to tasty food, a buffet is always the way to go.

Jenny Kellerhals

Baking Potatoes: The Air Fryer Vs Oven Dilemma

Does a traditional oven or an air fryer produce a better baked potato? We grabbed a handful of russet potatoes and put our appliances to the test.

Olivia Bria

Jonathan Bennett's Comedic Advice For Hosting Food-Related Shows - Exclusive

With a production like "Cake Wars" comes a lot of sugar, sweets, and treats, which is why Jonathan Bennett had this cheeky advice for hosting such a show.

Steven Luna

McDonald's Mambo And Sweet & Spicy Jam Sauces Review: A Must Try For Heat-Lovers

To find out where Sweet & Spicy Jam and Mambo fit in the hierarchy of McDonald's dips, we hit the drive-thru to see if they were worth the hullabaloo.

Ceara Milligan

The Trendy Wine That Pairs Perfectly With Hot Dogs

Wine and hot dogs may not seem like a go-to combo, but pét-nat matches surprisingly well with franks. Troy Bowen, co-owner of wine bar Noble Riot, weighs in.

black and orange candy in halloween pale

Mashed Staff

The Worst Treats To Get In Your Trick-Or-Treat Bag, According To Mashed Staff

The Mashed writers came together to sound off on the trick-or-treat offerings of Halloween's past that were so bad they still haunt us, all these years later.

Hannah Beach

How To Choose The Best Apple To Pair With Your Cheese Board

As an appetizer or a light lunch, a cheese board with apples is a classic pairing. But why does your palette respond so favorably to this combination?

Emily Monaco

10 Meats You Should Never Grill

Grilling meat is a classic way to prepare the protein, but not all cuts fare the same. We asked some experts about the meats they would never grill.

Crawford Smith

How To Make A Rice Dome In 3 Simple Steps

Adding a bit of artistic flair to your food doesn't always have to tricky. We'll show you how to create an elegant rice dome or volcano in three simple steps.

Helena Nichols

Marie Callender's Vs Gordon Ramsay Chicken Pot Pie: Which One Is Better?

Marie Callender's and Gordon Ramsay: We pitted these two famous names against each other to find out once and for all who makes the better chicken pot pie.

Olivia Bria

The Ultimate McDonald's Soft Serve Hack, According To Party Shirt - Exclusive

What makes McDonald's soft serve even better? According to TikTok duo Party Shirt, their "gelato" tip will take your fast food dessert from good to great.

Olivia Bria

Andrew Zimmern Weighs In On The Pumpkin Spice Debate - Exclusive

Pumpkin spice is a polarizing seasonal treat - and Chef Andrew Zimmern told us where he stands on it as well as other seasonal spices.

Olivia Bria

Elevate Your Charcuterie Board With Oreo Butter, According To Party Shirt - Exclusive

For a sweet twist that will take your charcuterie boards to the next level, try making an Oreo butter recommended by the star TikTok duo Party Shirt.

Hannah Beach

For Better Mocktails, Turn To Tart Fruits

Mocktails are great swaps for alcohol, but just because they have no booze doesn't mean you should compromise. Fonda bar manager Juan Ramirez has some tips.

Lei Shishak

Taco Bell Toasted Breakfast Tacos Review: You Need To Try Them While They Last

The all-new Taco Bell Toasted Breakfast Taco will debut nationwide on October 12. We got to try it early and we were impressed by what we tasted.

TeeJay Small

Chef Mark Strausman's Hot Tip For Cooking Flavorful Chicken Liver

Liver is rarely presented as an ideal entrée, but it doesn't have to be so reviled. Chef Mark Strausman of Mark's Off Madison has some liver-cooking tips.

Lauren Corona

Cast Iron Vs Stainless Steel – Which Is Better?

Cast iron and stainless steel pans both have a place in the kitchen. Find out which material wins out on a variety of criteria, thanks to advice from experts.

Steven Luna

Baskin-Robbins Apple Cider Donut Ice Cream Review: It's The Perfect Taste Of Autumn

Baskin-Robbins Apple Cider Donut ice cream is a great way to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Just like autumn, however, it won't be around for long.

Olivia Bria

Andrew Zimmern Encourages Shoppers To Buy Thanksgiving Turkey Now - Exclusive

Don't put off the turkey shopping any longer, according to Andrew Zimmern. He told Mashed why you need to start looking for your bird right now.

Boxes of Chef Ramsay and Andrew Zimmern frozen meals in row

Helena Nichols

Gordon Ramsay Vs Andrew Zimmern: Which Chef Has The Better Frozen Dinner?

Chefs Gordon Ramsay and Andrew Zimmern are both known for their high standards and culinary prestige; how do their respective lines of frozen meals stack up?

pouring wine into glass over a cheese board

Ceara Milligan

The Wine Pairing Mistake You May Be Making With Fresh Cheese

Cheese expert Chad Galer is all about flavor when pairing wine and cheese, but notes that an undesirable texture should not overshadow any particular taste.

Dora Nuss-Warren

Kirkland Chicken Chunks Vs Just Bare Chicken Chunks

First came Just Bare chicken bites. Then came Kirkland chicken chunks. They have their similarities, but which is better? We tested them both to find out.

Helena Nichols

Dairy Queen's Fall Blizzards Ranked Worst To Best

Dairy Queen's seasonal Blizzard menu has all the flavors we love -- chocolate, peanut butter, cinnamon, and more. See which frozen treats we liked the best.

Amy Bell

Aldi's Fall Cookies Ranked, Worst To Best

Aldi is one of the best stores to find fall cookies. Fall cookie flavors like maple, apple, pumpkin spice, and more are tasted and ranked from worst to best.

Helena Nichols

Andrew Zimmern's Frozen Dinners, Ranked

Famous TV chef Andrew Zimmern released his new line of frozen meals. Read our reviews about the four frozen meals and which one ranked best.

Crawford Smith

Why Adam Richman Doesn't Love Cupped Pepperoni On Pizza – Exclusive

Flat or cupped and crispy? Pepperoni lovers have definite opinions on this beloved pizza topping. TV personality Adam Richman weighs in on the debate.