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  You probably know it already that the deep fried foods, which are so popular in the Deep South, could be a risk to your heart but a new study has just confirmed your darkest fears. A diet rich in fried foods and sugary drinks spelt trouble... -

  The world technology has become so advanced that your traditional stamps may soon be outdated. The reason for this is a new set of stamps launched by the Belgian Post Office . These stamps, launched recently, smell and taste like... -

  Those who do not want to drink coffee or tea with their breakfast every morning can now look forward to a new breakfast drink, ‘Kickstart.’ PepsiCo Inc. is launching this drink with Mountain Dew flavor . However, the similarity ends... -

  Starting February 13, the Catholics and some other Christians will embark on a period of penitence and contemplation, called the Lenten Season. The 46-day period will lead up to Easter and ‘Ash Wednesday’ is the first step to the... -

Are you bored of the regular flavors available in Lay’s Potato Chips? Well, things are looking up as the company introduced not one, not two, but three new flavors next week. The good news is that the three new flavors will be up for a market test until... -

  If you thought that restaurants are selling high-calorie dishes deliberately, a new study proves you wrong. The Hudson Institute has examined the sales figures of 21 restaurant chains in the country and found that this theory is not valid... -

It is the National Pizza Pie Day on February 9 and even though you may be sick after eating too much pizza during Super Bowl, the day calls for trying out the new tiny pies that the Pizza Hut is rolling out on the occasion.   The... -

The Swiss may have invented fondue but the Chinese seem to have been using it centuries ago. It is fondue with a difference when it comes to Chinese New Year . Although not your usual chocolate-filled delight, this Chinese hotpot is no less tasty, mind it.... -

Chocolates, cupcakes, cookies look like the best choice for Valentine's Day food gifts but isn't that all done to death? Right? Well, some bakery stores think so too. You may not be able to purchase these treats but it will give you some idea to... -

February 7, 2013 is National Fettuccine Alfredo Day . Fettuccine, a flat ribbon-cut noodle, comes together with butter, cream and melted Parmesan cheese to make a delicious past dish called Fettuccine Alfredo. Pasta is such a popular dish across America... -

The Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans signifies the end of all food revelry before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins. People dress up in carnival colors, come out on the streets to sing and dance and eat traditional Creole dishes. So, it is not... -

Who works the hardest when revelers live it up during Mardi Gras? Who else, but the carnival officers, cops who are entrusted with maintaining law and order during the Mardi Gras season. So, what better way to express your gratitude towards the hard-working... -

Nutella lovers of the world, unite for World Nutella Day this February 5. The chocolate-hazelnut spread has been a favorite not only for millions of people across America but the rest of the world as well. Here are some of the best recipes to last you through... -

What's with the Japanese? Whatever fast food the American companies are selling back home attains gigantic proportions in the Japanese franchises. This time, it is KFC's bun-less 'Double Down' , which has earned notoriety for its excess... -

Some serious demographic shifts are happening in the yogurt sector in America. A study released by the market research group, NPD, shows that America's per capita consumption of yogurt has doubled since 2001 . The heartening part of the news is that... -

February 4 is celebrated as National Homemade Soup Day! Perhaps this is because it falls in a very cold month, but whatever the reason, there is nothing like homemade soup to cheer you up on a cold and dreary day . Besides being one of the easiest recipes... -

February is the month of romantics! It is not just because of the Valentine's Day but also because of a dish that originated in the 19th Century Switzerland and came to be celebrated on February 5 as the National Chocolate Fondue Day . Although,... -

Tina Fey, who plays the iconic character Liz Lemon on the popular TV show “30 Rock”, has been immortalized for being an unapologetic snacker. Ben & Jerry’s have launched a new flavor in its yogurt range called ‘Liz Lemon’ dedicated to the show... -

Tom Cruise’s ex-wife, Katie Holmes, is planning a delicious treat for her daughter, Suri, this Valentine’s Day. The 34-year-old actress informed that she would cook red pancakes for Suri on February 14 this year . She said that making red pancakes for... -

Forget chicken wings and beer! This year's Super Bowl bash will see the rise of a new star - Avocado. It is expected that while watching the Championship Game, Americans are going to consume 79 million pounds of avocados . It may be in dips, salads,... -

February 3 is National Carrot Cake Day but it is not like you really need a reason to eat this delectable dessert. Although carrot cake started being made since the Middle Ages, it was not until the 20th century that it earned its popular. Carrot cake is a... -

  Beta Carotene is the way to go if you are suffering from diabetes. A recent study has found that the red and orange fruits and vegetables, which are rich in beta carotene, are instrumental in reducing a person’s risk for Type 2... -

Super Bowl recipe ideas  are some of the most sought after ideas for the sports-crazy Americans who celebrate this game . Owing to the fact that Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day in the US for food consumption (after Thanksgiving),  ... -

After dumping her latest boyfriend, Country singer Taylor Swift seems to have found a new pastime – endorsing her favorite soda , Diet Coke. A few days ago, Beyonce ruffled a lot of feathers while endorsing Pepsi. Now it is Swift’s turn to set the news... -

Forget what you heard about rising cost of chicken wings. It seems that there is going to be no shortage of wings during Super Bowl Sunday, when the American football fans are expected to bite into 1.23 billion chicken wings this year. Although, the... -

If you have always felt cynical about the advice to eat leafy green vegetables daily, now is the time to justify your doubts. You can find support in a recently finished government study that says that leafy greens like spinach and lettuce are a major... -

It is time to rejoice for the Taco Bell fans. The tacos chain is soon going to launch its much-awaited ‘Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos .’ Greg Creed, Taco Bell’s CEO, made this announcement on ‘CBS This Morning.’   Although,... -

Becoming a mother for the second time has been a blessing in disguise for Bollywood superstar Kajol, who already has a daughter, Nysa, with husband, Ajay Devgan, an action hero in the Indian film industry. These days, Kajol looks terrific and she admits... -

David Kime Jr., a Pennsylvania man, died a fast food fan's death. Even after he died on January 20, he was able to make just one last drive-thru visit at a Burger King in West York, Pa., before he was taken to the cemetery to be laid for his final... -

  As it has been reiterated several times, human beings share a close and personal relationship with food. So of course, the true gourmand will leave no stone unturned when it comes to exploring food. There are examples of foodies trying everything... -

There is nothing more comforting than a steaming mug of milky, sweet-yet-bitter coffee after a long and tiresome day. And what better accompaniment to this mug of refreshing brew than a light airy cake, topped with whipped coffee flavoured cream? No... -

Valentine’s Day is all about romantic gestures , cute bunnies, delicious chocolates and weird, horrifying faces. Errr, cut out that last one because that really doesn’t go well with the scheme of things, right?   Well FabCafe, a... -

Giving in to customer complaints, PepsiCo Inc. has decided to remove a controversial substance from the ingredient list of its famous sports drink, Gatorade. The ingredient is brominated vegetable oil, which is already banned in the European Union and... -

Pakistan is one place where you wouldn’t expect Tex-Mex food to be popular. However, that is exactly what is happening right now. There is renewed demand for the Quesadilla Pizza being sold by Domino’s in Pakistan.   Although the... -

  Between Paula Deen, her husband Michael Groover, sons Jamie and Bobby, they have lost a total of 178 pounds. It seems the southern-cooking queen has taken to heart the widespread criticism that followed her announcement of diabetes a... -

It is winter months and you are already on way to ruin the slim body that you had acquired after laborious dieting over the summer. You can’t help yourself because of all the rich meals surrounding you. In addition, this season is the ideal one to enjoy... -

Ireland is commonly known for their love of Guinness and potatoes. Yet they are also widely known for their traditional Irish Soda Bread. The bread has been a staple in their culture for hundreds of years. Irish mums started their day with preparing bread.... -

If you can’t wait to pick up your favorite coffee beverage, log on to a new service called “ Coffee Like A Rock Star ”, and order your coffee from your mobile phone. Who says that only Justin Bieber can order coffee like a rock star, now you can... -

Chocolate Cake Day is here and although, there is a rich culinary history behind cakes of all kinds, chocolate included, we doubt you would be as interested in its history, as you are in the chocolate cake. When a company called O. Duff and Sons made the... -

It is Super Bowl weekend and although you are having friends over for a party, you really don’t want to enter the kitchen or cook anything at home. We understand, or rather, the fast food companies understand that. Therefore, you have numerous game day... -

The father-son duo of Gabor and Andras Forgacs is all set to revolutionize the concept of a meatless world with their start-up “ Modern Meadow .” The name is a take on the fact that the meat, bio-printed in 3D by their venture, will not come from a... -

January 25 is National Irish Coffee Day and as Irish actor Alex Levin put it once, “Only Irish coffee provides in a single glass all four essential food groups: alcohol, caffeine, sugar and fat…” It is no wonder that many of us all over the world... -

It is not what you think it is. This is not some vaccine we are talking about but a frozen dessert, infused with booze, that Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream has in store for you if you are suffering from flu. Well, the Ohio-based company has launched... -

You may have to celebrate this year's Super Bowl party without your favorite bowl of chicken wings richly slathered in your favorite sauce. This is because the price of chicken wings has hit horrifying heights . Time has come to double-check your... -

Although the Apocalypse has not hit the world yet, it seems a high-end restaurant in Japan's capital Tokyo is gearing up to serve in a post-apocalypse era . It has brought dirt on board its $110 menu. Yes, we are talking about dirt, which you usually... -

If you are fanatic about bacon and haven’t been getting enough of it, McDonald’s may have just granted your wish. The fast food giant is offering a lucrative offer under which, you can ask for bacon to be added to your order , any order, for just 49... -

January 24 is National Peanut Butter Day and since Americans already love it, there is no need to build a premise for why we should celebrate this day. Almost 90% of households in America consume peanut butter and if you take all the peanut butter that... -

Who loves Rhubarb pies? We do! So we're getting ready to celebrate and suggest you get your kitchen in order and get ready to celebrate the National Rhubarb Pie Day with us! While a lot of countries cultivate the rhubarb plant, like Sweden, the... -

  A  new book on Diabetes, written by Dr. Joel Fuhrman, recently came out in hopes to provide some help for individuals who feel like they are being deprived of their favorite foods.    More than 20 million... -

America just witnessed the 57th presidential inauguration and political atmosphere is all charged up. A dose of presidential history seems to be the order of the day, therefore. What better way to talk about our Presidents than to discuss their tipple of... -