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Pretzel Beer Has Arrived and It's Making Us Thirsty

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Beer and pretzels have been BFFs forever but now, just in time for Oktoberfest, you can enjoy the first-ever brewski actually infused with the salty snack.

DIY Your Own Tropical Paradise

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A grander type of "Sunday Scaries" sets in as Labor Day approaches, so fend off that funky feeling and refuse to let go of summer with these refreshing-as-a-sea-breeze island-y products

We Tried It: The Tovala Smart Oven

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Bring a Little Aloha Home

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Just because you're riding out the summer somewhere less-than-tropical doesn't mean life should be drab. Just head out on your lanai, consider your fan a "tradewind generator" and capture the essence of Hawaii with these island-inspired goodies guaranteed to help you hang loose.

We Tried It: Cricket Cookies

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When the late afternoon snack bug comes biting, but you're looking for something a bit healthier, perhaps it's time to bite back.

Spam Musubirthday Cake

If you like your savory with a little sweet, dig into this artful party food based on a Hawaiian classic.

Searching for the World's Worst Griller

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If all your food turns to charcoal at the cookout, you just might qualify for the Rookie Griller job – and a $10K paycheck.

We Tried It: The Automat, A High-Tech, Modern Blast-From-the-Past

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The Brooklyn Dumpling Shop debuts an updated version of the old concept of a vending machine restaurant–and it couldn’t have come at a better time.

We Tried It: The Bartesian Cocktail Machine

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Why head out to a crowded bar or nightclub when you can have ALL the drinks on hand at home?!

Pizza Lovers Unite!

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The New York Pizza Festival returns virtually April 24th and 25th

We Tried It: Becoming a Royal-Titled Irish Land Owner

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In honor of St. Patrick’s Day and my Celtic roots, I accepted the royal title of “Lady,” and partial land ownership of an Irish estate to help preserve the natural beauty of The Emerald Isle. Here’s how you can too.

We Tried It: Boozy Oatmeal

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Give your St. Patrick’s Day morning a kick with this spirited, belly-warming breakfast. You're in luck—we tried it first!

Eat Like a New Yorker

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Living in Orange County or Potato Creek but your taste leans more towards The Big Apple? Well, start spreading the news because these beloved New York City specialties, now ready for nationwide delivery, will put you in an Empire State of mind.

Decadence at Your Door

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From caviar to cook-a-longs, choose a splurge to brighten up the dark days of this pandemic winter.

We Tried It: Banana Blossoms, the Plant-Based Fish Alternative

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Jackfruit provided meatless pork to BBQ lovers everywhere. Now, banana blossoms are poised to do the same for fish fans.

Cookbook Crush: The Island Kitchen

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Author Selina Periampillai takes us on a journey to the Indian Ocean with stories and recipes from the island paradises of Mauritius, Seychelles, the Maldives, and more.

We Tried It: Guokui, the Giant Chinese Flatbread

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This Chinese street food staple wows us with its “big as your face” carby goodness.

We Tried It: A Cheese That Tastes Like Christmas

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Wisconsin’s Rush Creek Reserve delivers a decadent, cheesy texture with subtle flavors of the season

We Tried It: The Work Wonnie

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Finally, there's a snuggly onesie for the professional reporting in from the sofa

How to Cook Thanksgiving Dinner Over a Campfire

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Restrictions on indoor gatherings don't have to cramp your holiday style. Gather 'round the fire and make 2020 a Thanksgiving to remember.

We Tried It: Biltong

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This South African cured meat is rapidly gaining in popularity, but is it worth the hype? We found out.

We Tried It: Pink-Fleshed Pineapples

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The blushing Pinkglow pineapple has finally made its debut after 16 years of development—and it was worth the wait.

We Can't Get Enough of These Truffle-Infused Grocery Finds

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This funky flavor has been popping up in all sorts of unexpected places. We sniffed out what's good in the newest truffle-flavored trend.

We Tried It: Pumpkin Spice Cheese

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Pumpkin spice has permeated everything from hummus to Spam, but what happens when the autumn blend meets a block of cheese?

We Tried It: Cheese Foam Tea

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Move over, boba. There's a new funky iced tea drink on the scene.

Rach's 30-Minute Meals for Summer

The Great American Road Trip

Meet "Soul Food Scholar" Adrian Miller

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