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TikTok's Latest Food Trend Takes a Bizarre Turn: Say Hello to Fried Toothpicks!

TikTok's food trends have brought us everything from easy recipes to quirky snacks. However, the fried toothpick trend is leaving us with raised eyebrows.TikTok users in South Korea are hopping on a fried toothpick bandwagon, filming themselves seasoning the fried sticks and munching on them as an unconventional snack. But are they as harmless as they seem?

By Monti Carlo

Chef Ryan O'Sullivan Wins "Hell's Kitchen" and Secures Top Spot in Vegas

Chef de Cuisine Ryan O'Sullivan just conquered the fierce competition on FOX TV's "Hell's Kitchen." After battling it out with seventeen top-notch chefs, O'Sullivan clinched the 22nd season's victory, securing the coveted position of head chef at Hell's Kitchen Caesars in Las Vegas. Plus, he walked away with a sweet $250,000 cash prize.
OREO Launches Galaxy-Inspired Limited Edition Cookie with Chance to Win Trip To Space!

Buckle up, cookie enthusiasts! OREO, America's cookie sweetheart, is launching 2024 with a cosmic blast. Brace yourselves for a limited-edition OREO Space Dunk cookie that's not just delicious but also comes with a chance for a fan to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to the edge of space!
The 2024 James Beard Semifinalists Revealed: Brace Yourselves for Culinary Fireworks!

The air crackles with anticipation in the culinary cosmos because it's that time of year again: the James Beard Awards semifinalists have dropped! For chefs and restaurants, this is the moment dreams are forged, careers catapulted, and reservations booked faster than a hummingbird on espresso. So, who's made the cut this year? Buckle up, gourmands, because we're about to dive into the hottest talent pool in the food game.
Dolly Does Dinner! Queen of Country Takes Over Your Kitchen with New Food Line

Y'all hold onto your spatulas 'cause Dolly Parton's about to whip up a delicious storm in your kitchen! The legendary singer and baker extraordinaire is expanding her partnership with Conagra Brands (the folks behind Duncan Hines) to bring a whole new line of down-home comfort food straight to your grocery aisles.
M&M's Unveils Diamond Rings Made From Candy for Super Bowl "Almost Champions"

With the Big Game just around the corner, M&M'S has scored a major touchdown with its newest campaign— a peanut butter-powered championship ring that rocks real diamonds! (Talk about taking candy bling to a whole new level.) The best part is who the ring has been created for— Super Bowl almost champions.
Unlocking the Secrets: The Truth About Soaking Chia Seeds

Do you need to soak chia seeds? In short, no. But because these seeds expand in liquid to almost thirty times their size, they can become a choking hazard when ingested dry. Soaking them in a liquid of your choice, even for as little as five minutes, eliminates the choking risk and also transforms their mild flavor and hard texture into a chewy delight.
Say Goodbye to a Beloved Pantry Staple: Knott's Berry Farm Jams Have Been Discontinued

Remember those delicious Knott's Berry Farm jams and cookies that brightened your grocery aisles? Sadly, they're officially a thing of the past. The grocery store brand has been discontinued, leaving many fans (including us!) feeling nostalgic and a little confused.
The Cheesecake Factory Settles $1 Million Wage Theft Case in Landmark Agreement

In a groundbreaking move within the janitorial industry, The Cheesecake Factory, along with janitorial contractors Magic Touch Commercial Cleaning and Americlean Janitorial Services, has reached a $1 million settlement in connection to a California state wage theft investigation
Recall Alert! These Mediterranean Dips Could Trigger Serious Allergic Reactions

Heads up, hummus lovers! Several Al Amir Fresh Foods dips are being pulled from shelves across Oregon and Washington due to the risk of serious allergic reactions. The company didn't fully disclose ingredients like sesame and milk on all labels, putting anyone with sensitivities at risk.
Subway Goes XL With Footlong Churros, Pretzels & Cookies!

Calling all snack fiends and footlong fans! Subway's taking your cravings to new lengths with the launch of Sidekicks, a trio of supersized snacks ready to rock your taste buds. We're talking footlong churros, giant pretzels, and cookies so big they'll steal the spotlight.
Forget Insta-worthy Sundaes, Snow Cream Is The OG Winter Flex

Step aside overpriced ice cream sundaes. The real winter treat MVP arrives for free and straight from the sky – snow cream. This OG delicacy turns fluffy snowflakes into a frosty creamy delight, and you only need four ingredients: fresh snow, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and kosher salt.
Is Snow Safe To Eat? Reese Witherspoon Stirs Up a Blizzard of a Debate

Reese Witherspoon's latest TikTok has melted hearts and raised eyebrows in equal measure. The actress, who lives in the currently snow-drenched city of Nashville, Tennessee, whipped up a drink made from the icy flakes. Her "Snow Salt Chococinno" is a concoction of, well, snow, salted caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, and cold brew. But while some viewers dubbed the recipe virtual sunshine, others were dubious about the snow's safety.
It Might Be Time To Ditch Food Packaged In Plastic

A new report from the non-profit Consumer Reports reveals plastics lurking in 84 out of 85 popular supermarket staples and fast foods! Cheerios, Gerber baby food, Chipotle chicken burritos, and Burger King Whoppers with cheese all tested positive for "plasticizers" called phthalates, chemicals meant to make plastic last longer.
Spice Up Your Weeknights with Jamie Oliver's "5 Ingredients Mediterranean "

Jamie Oliver's brand new cookbook, 5 Ingredients Mediterranean, whisks you away on a vibrant culinary journey through the sun-drenched shores of Greece, Italy, and beyond. It's bursting with over 125 easy-to-follow recipes, each a symphony of fresh, bold flavors crafted from just 5 hero ingredients.