Smoked Ice Cream, Brisket’s Reign as King of the Grill Being Challenged, Grilled Possum, And a Lot More!
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Let's start your week off with a chuckle, a full belly, and enough tantalizing tidbits to justify "research breaks" at work. As we embrace another packed Monday full of gastronomical revelations, remember: food, like life, is better when shared.
Here's this week's full course of flavorful news!
Lipton’s Spirited Iced Teas.
Lipton is shaking things up, literally, with its new adult beverage - a hard iced tea. It's a blend of their classic tea flavor with a splash of spirited fun.
While we can't promise it will make the workweek go by faster, we're pretty sure it'll make your after-work chill-out sessions way more refreshing.
Sip up all the spirited details here.
Smoked Ice Cream is an Actual Thing.
Fancy a brain freeze with a side of smoky goodness? The Barbecue Bible introduces us to a unique summer delight: smoked ice cream! Yes, you read it right! It's a fusion of sweet, creamy, and smoky, bringing together two worlds that we never thought could meet.
Venture into this intriguing recipe that’s filled with deep flavors for the more adventurous ice cream fan.
What's Better than Bacon? A Lifetime Supply of It.
Calling all bacon enthusiasts! ButcherBox is hogging the spotlight by offering free bacon for life while rivals like Blue Apron are facing the chopping block. It's like a dream come true for every bacon lover out there, a lifetime supply of bacon, right at your doorstep. The future is looking a whole lot more savory, isn't it?
Before you rush to find out how to avail of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, crunch into the crispy details here.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Introduces a Plant-based “Not Chicken” Alternative.
In the spicy world of Dave's Hot Chicken, there's a new "not chicken" contender. Whether you're on team vegan, or simply love a culinary surprise, this one's for you. A plant-based alternative that promises to bring all the heat of the original, but without the chicken.
Will it rule the roost? Get to know more about this plant-based alternative.
Brisket’s Rule a Grill King Challenged!
Who says brisket is the king of the barbecue? The Daily Meal throws a curveball by suggesting that brisket might not be the ideal choice for your summer grill-outs. Maybe it's time to break out of the barbecue box and try something new this summer.
Grill your way to this surprising revelation here.
Cleveland’s Alternative Watering-hole with No Booze and All Social Interactions.
In the heart of Cleveland, a novel concept has brewed up: a first-of-its-kind cafe-bar for the sober-minded. A watering hole with a twist, where the drinks are as intoxicating as their alcohol-free promise. It's a sober take on socializing that might just catch on.
Get the teetotaler's scoop here.
Grilled Possum, Anyone?
In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, inventive Kiwis are getting back to basics, grilling up... possums? A departure from the traditional barbecue fare, it's a reflection of resilience and adaptability. But the real question is, how does grilled possum even taste?
Go on an exotic meat adventure and sample the story here.
Quiznos’ Spongmonkeys Have Returned!
"We Love the Subs!" Quiznos is injecting a dose of nostalgia into its new campaign by reviving the Spongmonkeys. The unlikely mascots are back and ready to serenade a whole new generation of sandwich lovers. Love them or not, they're bound to make an impression.
Catch the tuneful (or tone-deaf) spectacle here.
The Correct Way of Cooking Bacon is Not What We’re Actually Used To.
Back to bacon, but this time we're all about perfecting its preparation. Turns out we may have been going about our bacon breakfasts all wrong. If you're seeking the ideal crunch without the frying fuss, this new hassle-free method might be your breakfast game-changer.
Learn the secret for the perfect bacon here.
The Myths Behind Cheese and How to Better Understand It.
The Guardian is slicing through cheese misconceptions with their debunking of 14 cheese myths! From the best pairings to the health benefits, there's a lot we may not know about our beloved cheeses. So, next time you try to pick up cheese from a charcuterie board, it’s best to know more about it to better enjoy it.
It's time to get cheesy with some enlightening truths here.
