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Brandon Rich

What New Host Kristen Kish Says Viewers Can Expect From Season 21 Of Top Chef - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview, new "Top Chef" host Kristen Kish told us a little a what viewers can expect from Season 21 and what she sees as the core of the show.

Peggy Aoki

Why Rosalynn Carter Was Boldly Opposed To A White House Alcohol Ban

As president, Jimmy Carter wanted the White House to be a largely dry one, but First Lady Rosalynn Carter was against a ban.

Cassie Womack

Peaches, Plums, And Nectarines Possibly Tainted With Listeria

Eleven cases of listeria have been tied to peaches, which join plums and nectarines in a recall that may impact people who don't realize it.

Stephanie Maida

Starbucks Is No Longer China's Largest Coffee Chain

In the coffee kingdom, Starbucks was at the top of the food chain in China for years. But a new apex competitor has arrived and established dominance.

EJ Lagasse with olive oil, red beans, and pepper paste

Helena Nichols

The Pantry Items EJ Lagasse Always Has Stocked - Exclusive

While EJ Lagasse may spend most of his life in a commercial kitchen, he still has to eat at home, so we wanted to find out what Lagasse always has on hand.

Autumn Swiers

Fast Food Prices Rose 29% In 4 Years, And Customer Traffic Is Slowing Down

It might feel like the sky is no limit for some fast food prices, but the same cannot be said about the traffic attracted by the restaurants.

Autumn Swiers

Mars Is Buying The UK's Hotel Chocolat For $661 Million

Mars sounds like a planet inhabited by chocolate, but now that sweet world is going to have a hotel to go with it.

Wendy Leigh

Wendy's $3 Key Tag Gets You A Free Frosty Every Day In 2024

The Frosty Key Tag fundraiser offers a way for Wendy's customers to participate in the chain's fundraiser in a tangible way that also benefits them.

Autumn Swiers

Camel Milk Gains Steam As Consumers Steer Away From Cow's Milk

Camel milk has a a fair amount of appeal as an alternative to cow's milk, but there are still some major humps to get over.

Marcus Samuelsson with a waffle iron and peanutbutter

Helena Nichols

Why Marcus Samuelsson Adds Peanut Butter To Waffle Batter - Exclusive

Marcus Samuelsson told us how he came up with his fan-favorite peanut butter waffles that have the ideal crunch and work perfectly with fried chicken.

Helena Nichols

Why Celtuce Is The Most Underrated Ingredient, According To EJ Lagasse - Exclusive

No, we haven't muddled the spelling of lettuce ... Celtuce is the mystery ingredient that chef EJ Largasse rates. Is it lettuce? Is it celery? Find out here.

Two Yum Crumbs packages with dipped popsicles

John Tolley

What You Need To Know About Yum Crumbs From Shark Tank

Up-and-coming family-operated and minority-owned company Yum Crumbs offers a variety of convenient, pre-packed crumb toppings for an easier baking experience.

Brian Udall

NYC's Hutong Restaurant Is Serving Flaming Peking Turkey For Thanksgiving

New Yorkers are in for something special with one of their finest Chinese restaurants, Hutong, offering a Flaming Peking Turkey for Thanksgiving.

Brian Udall

CELSIUS Is Bringing Energy To College Students Nationwide With Fit Stops Tour

CELSIUS is hitting the road with its Fit Stops tour, traveling to college campuses to host workout sessions with live music, free samples, and giveaways.

Jennifer Richmond

David Chang Finds Inspiration For Thanksgiving Leftovers In Classic Family Recipes - Exclusive Interview

David Chang has many ways to use up what's left from Thanksgiving. He spoke to Tasting Table about his family recipes that utilize everything from dinner.

Ree Drummond in white shirt in front of tree

Holly Riddle

The Unexpected Dish Ree Drummond Thinks You Should Serve For Thanksgiving - Exclusive

While discussing her new cookbook, Ree Drummond told us about the dishes that she thinks would make good additions to your Thanksgiving table.

Close-up of a bottle of Rao's Roma Tomato ketchup on white background

Nikki Munoz

Rao's Homemade Debuts Its First Ketchups In 3 Fancy Flavors

Popular pasta sauce brand Rao's Homemade has announced the release of three new Made For Home Ketchup flavors crafted from high-quality, natural ingredients.

Matthew Spina

Old Forester Celebrates 150 Years With Release Of Its Rarest Bourbon

Old Forester is the longest-running bourbon brand in the U.S. and that legacy is being celebrated by with the release of the rarest bottle of bourbon yet.

Brandon Rich

The Canned Vegetable Kristen Kish Recommends For A Quick Salad Topping - Exclusive

What can you put on your salad when you need a topping in a pinch? Kristen Kish told Tasting Table what you can keep in your pantry any time you need it.

Brian Udall

Reserva De La Familia By Jose Cuervo Debuts Its First Ever Cristalino Tequila

Famed tequila brand Jose Cuervo released another high-end offering on November 15, 2023: Reserva de la Familia Añejo Cristalino Organico, an organic cristalino.

Hands exchanging a 2023 Starbucks Red Cup

Wendy Leigh

How To Celebrate Starbucks Red Cup Day 2023

The annual Starbucks Red Cup Day returns for its sixth year on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Just order a fall or winter holiday drink to get a reusable red cup!

Holly Riddle

When You Should Never Use A Store-Bought Shortcut, According To Ree Drummond - Exclusive

Ree Drummond told us some of her favorite store-bought items she uses to save time in the kitchen, but she also shared when you should never go with a shortcut.

Olivia Bria

Jacques Torres' Safety Tip To Prevent Burning Yourself When Preparing Hot Food - Exclusive

Jacques Torres knows oven mitts aren't always an option when doing detailed work with hot food, and he told us his simple tip for avoiding mild burns.

Jacques Pépin with fresh and canned clams

Jenessa Abrams

Why You Should Use Canned Clams Over Fresh, According To Jacques Pépin - Exclusive

Some might assume a trained chef would always opt for fresh ingredients in the kitchen, but Jacques Pépin makes the case that it's not always the best option.

John Tolley

Thousands Of Unionized Starbucks Workers Will Walk Out On Red Cup Day

In a follow-up to 2022's strike, the Starbucks Workers United union has planned a walk-out on Starbucks' annual Red Cup Day, which falls on November 16, 2023.

Brandon Rich

The One Restaurant Kristen Kish Says You Must Visit In Milwaukee - Exclusive

"Top Chef" host Kristen Kish told us about filming Season 21 in Milwaukee and shared the must-visit restaurant she enjoyed during her time in the city.

Cassie Womack

Taco Bell Debuts Grilled Cheese Nacho Fries For The Ultimate Comfort Food Mashup

Attention all Taco Bell Nacho Fries' fans: There's a new limited edition grilled-cheese version about to land, with marinated steak and a super cheesy sauce.