Food

Baseball park concession stands keep upping the ante on over-the-top foods—things like potato-chip-jalapeno-bacon dogs. Save yourself the antacid; there’s a better way to snack this season that’s still indulgent. Chefs told us how they reinvent classic baseball snacks like peanuts and cracker jacks, and they shared with us some alternative ...

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Aside from helping you cling on to your fleeting productivity and energy levels, coffee has some pretty amazing health benefits. Especially for your heart. Previously, research found drinking one to two cups of java per day could significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease-related death by as much as 38%. Now, an ...

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When it comes to making food, chefs do not always eat the impressive meals they are basting, braising, and plating for you. Sometimes, they turn to bizarre mashups to give them fuel through their long, arduous shifts. While some might go for French fries smothered in Béchamel with taco shells ...

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Ordering a Guinness in a martini glass will exasperate your bartender and garner some serious side-eye from the regulars, no doubt. But a mathematician is arguing that an oversized version of the glass this could be the best vessel to serve the creamy stout in: It allows the bubbles to ...

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NYC’s fast-casual restaurant Made Nice has revamped their menu—new salad, sandwich, and entree options—with a spotlight on chicken. Here’s their new spring salad recipe—loaded with snow peas, asparagus, parmesan, and, of course, chicken breast—courtesy ofchef Daniel DiStefano. How to make it Wash the lettuce with cold water and dry thoroughly using ...

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If you ask food scientist and professional life hacker Alton Brown for his list of favorite kitchen buys, don’t expect him to rattle off the obvious, like a sharp knife or a great frying pan. Instead, prepare to be introduced to a whole new world of culinary gadgetry you never ...

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NYC’s fast-casual restaurant Made Nice has revamped their menu—new salad, sandwich, and entree options—with a spotlight on chicken. If you’re looking to make something a bit heartier, opt for their chicken pot pie. This recipe, courtesy of chef Daniel DiStefano, is loaded with carrots, celery, and onion. It also has a kick from ...

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NYC’s fast-casual restaurant Made Nice has revamped their menu—new salad, sandwich, and entree options—with a spotlight on chicken. This irresistible chicken salad sandwich is packed with flavor, thanks to mustard, pesto, and cayenne. Recipe courtesy of chef Daniel DiStefano. How to make it Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat the chicken ...

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As a mostly vegetarian, often I’m asked whether I miss meat. The answer is yes. (And sometimes hell yes.) Sure, there are meat substitutes, but those take a little magical thinking (and a ton of condiments) to feel satisfying. I’m not complaining—I’ll admit I enjoy basking in the self-righteous glow ...

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Whether you’re finally setting up that bar cart for the first time in a new place, or you’re just trying to explore the world of whiskey, it’s about the details when you’re shopping for a great bottle. Sure, spending a few thousand bucks will usually guarantee good quality, but a ...

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