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Thanksgiving Day, a time for warmth, grateful hearts and delicious feasting, would not be the same without flavorful food. Sure, the main event at the dining room table is usually the big bird, but side dishes are just as important. They are the unsung heroes stealing the spotlight, adding layers …

The United Kingdom is moving to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children as governments around the world increasingly target the products. “Energy drinks might seem harmless, but the sleep, concentration and wellbeing of today’s kids are all being impacted, while high-sugar versions damage their teeth and contribute …

A simple snack swap could deliver big health benefits, new research shows. A clinical trial led by Oregon State University found that eating about two ounces of almonds a day – roughly 45 nuts – was found to lower LDL cholesterol, the “bad” type that clogs arteries and also offer …

Fewer young Americans are tipping at restaurants and bars these days. A Bankrate survey released this summer revealed that members of Generation Z – those born in the late 1990s and early 2000s – are the least frequent tippers. That includes Gen Z drinkers at the bar – and bartenders …

A California coffee shop owner said her business was “flooded with righteous people” after coming under fire for supporting Charlie Kirk. Following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder, Invita Café in Rancho Santa Fe placed stickers on its coffee cups in his honor. Owner Sara De Luca told …

If beef is what’s for dinner, European Parliament lawmakers want to make sure there is no confusion about what people are eating. On Wednesday, the lawmakers voted 355 to 247 to define meat as “edible parts of animals” and to restrict the use of words like steak, escalope, sausage or …

A crunchy, tangy side dish from Korea might be the key to lowering blood pressure and improving health – but there’s a catch. Kimchi, a fermented cabbage dish with a history that goes back centuries, is enjoyed alongside breakfast, lunch and dinner in Korea. Its flavor comes from lacto-fermentation and …

Steak ‘n Shake recently began rolling out colossal American flags at its locations as numerous businesses embrace patriotic themes. The chain announced last week that it would install the Stars and Stripes at locations across the U.S. The flags will be as large as possible while still complying with local …

Beer and wine have been part of human life for thousands of years, but scientists are still discovering how these drinks affect our bodies, taste buds and even gut bacteria. A new group of studies published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry reveal four fascinating new findings. DRINKING …

One of America’s favorite snacks, Doritos, along with Cheetos, will be getting a recipe change. Doritos, owned by PepsiCo, will no longer be made with artificial flavors or colors. PepsiCo will be removing artificial flavors and colors from its products, the company announced in its third-quarter earnings remarks this week. …