Author: Sara Traynor

Come with us on a delicious journey to the heart of French cuisine. There’s just nothing like the richness and elegance of the best French desserts, and we’re here for it. Crème Brûlée Crème brûlée is basically the poster child for French desserts. This crackly, creamy treat perfectly showcases the elegance and simplicity of the very best French desserts. It has a luscious custard base, flavored to perfection with vanilla and topped with a crisp, caramelized sugar crust. It’s an experience that crackles with each spoonful. The secret to a flawless custard is slow, low-temperature baking. To get that perfect…

If you’ve never tasted it before, you might be really curious to know what kombucha tastes like. Well, its flavor depends on a lot of different factors — let’s dive in. Tart and Tangy Some people describe kombucha as having a uniquely tart and tangy taste. Tangy is definitely one word for it, but tart? Eh. It depends. It can be, though. See, while most kombucha has the same underlying taste, it’s made with lots of different flavors. So, you could make it tart. If you want your kombucha to have a more tart and sour taste, you can use…

Some last meals are more famous than others. We know this is a little macabre. We hope they won’t creep you out, but we’re sure these famous last meals will make you hungry. Kurt Cobain Cobain, whose death by suicide rocked the world back in 1994, apparently had a can of root beer before he died. He had some cigs along with it. According to one Seattle restaurant owner, though, Cobain also stopped by his food establishment 48 hours before he died. The restaurant was called “Cactus.” Supposedly, he wanted to order a “Bananas Dulce” sautéed in brown sugar and…

Quite a few of these McDonald’s discontinued items were discontinued for very good reason, but still, there are several we miss! (No, we’re not talking about the Hula Burger). The McLobster McDonald’s introduced their version of the lobster roll in 1993. After some supply issues and the fact that it wasn’t profitable, they discontinued it. Apparently, it is sometimes still available in the Atlantic Canada and the New England region during the summer, if you really want to try it. This definitely would not be a top choice, but give it a try….and don’t forget the butter sauce. It is an…

Though soda doesn’t have all that great of a reputation as far as health benefits, it’s not going anywhere. What were the most popular sodas the year you were born? Find out below. 1955: Fanta Wanna Fanta? Back in the 1950s, consumers definitely did! Fanta might be delicious to this day, but it has a less-than-sweet background and history. Fanta was created in Nazi Germany during World War II. Coca-Cola Deutschland formulated the fizzy beverage as an alternative to regular Coke. The drink was made of some not-so-appetizing ingredients because of trade embargoes. It included leftover apple fibers and whey…

Seriously — there was something about peas that turned my stomach. There are certain foods that people agree are just not very tasty. Chicken Gizzards Gizzards are the mechanical stomach of a bird. This is the part that mechanically grinds and mixes the bird’s eating. None of this sounds appetizing. Chicken Gizzards are very common in countries such as Haiti, Mexico, Africa, and Southeast Asia. A very unique food for sure. A lot of people consider this a delicacy as well as having health benefits but you really have to try for yourself, it is such a peculiar food. Chia…

Ever wondered about the difference between toffee and caramel? Get ready to dive into their sweet distinctions and discover 20 unique desserts that highlight their deliciousness!

Nothing can take you back in time like a bite of the food you loved as a kid. Here’s some nostalgic food that we couldn’t (and still can’t) get enough of. Betty Crocker Angel Food Cake What better way to start talking about nostalgic food than Betty Crocker cakes? These were so easy to make, they brought out the baker in all of us. And, of course, angel food cake was the crowning glory. It had a delicate taste and texture that could only be described as heavenly. Honestly, Betty Crocker’s angel food cake is still a godsend. Top it…

Whether it’s fantastic acting of James Gandolfini and Michael Imperioli or the incredible quotes given to us by Paulie Walnuts and Uncle June, The Sopranos is still universally loved. Let’s look at some of the Italian classics mentioned on the show. Baked Ziti Nothing hits the spot like a good baked ziti. The Sopranos couldn’t agree more. Carmela Soprano’s baked ziti recipe is a family favorite. It’s also the dish that Father Phil asked after when he appeared on her doorstep (even though it wasn’t actually the ziti that he wanted). It also was a noted dish that Mama Liv…

Can’t get enough of the Dune franchise? We don’t blame you. With these 20 foods either from or inspired by Dune, we’ll transport you to Arrakis. Spiced Bread Everything the Fremen eat is chock-full of spice. While spice melange isn’t a staple on our home world, you can try to mimic it in your own recipes. If you’ve baked bread before, then this Dune-inspired recipe won’t be too difficult. The key is to infuse it with your homemade spice. You’ll want it to have a kick, so a mix of cinnamon and chili powder could do. Try playing around with…