With the Minnesota State Fair in full swing, one particular food item has proven to be a hit: deep-fried ranch. Served at Lulu’s Public House, the deep-fried ranch has drawn lines hundreds of people deep, as customers – perhaps out of curiosity – wait for the fair dish that has gotten everyone talking. Described by...
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Can red wine in moderation boost brain and heart health? Some experts still say yes
Red wine is a drink that pairs well with meat, fish and pasta. In certain amounts, it can be good for your health, too, depending on your personal health status. Fox News Digital spoke to two experts to explore as National Red Wine Day is celebrated this week on Aug. 28. The health benefits of...
Shaved frozen tomato trend is back on social media and not everyone is on board: 'Would confuse my brain'
Who needs shaved ice when you can have shaved tomato? Some food trends have a way of coming back – and the frozen shaved tomato trend is one of them. TikTok foodies and chefs are freezing tomatoes and then shaving them on top of burrata, toast and other fruits. VIRAL ‘FLUFFY COKE’ DRINK TREND TAKES...
Back-to-school lunch and dinner ideas that are quick and easy
As the dog days of summer are coming to an end, it can be overwhelming for parents to put three square meals on the table now that school and sports are back in session. Lifestyle expert Limor Suss shared some of her favorite meals and food hacks that are both kid- and time-friendly to help...
Trendy bubble waffle, a 'unique' and 'flavorful' treat, began in Hong Kong as 'beloved' street food
Frozen waffles have been a breakfast staple in the United States for over half a century, and the word “waffle” first appeared in the English language in the 18th century, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Now, a Hong Kong twist on the waffle, known as the “bubble waffle” or “egg waffle,” has made its way...
Innovative food truck hits the road to educate Americans in 3 states
It’s peak mango season right now — and to celebrate the tropical fruit, the National Mango Board launches its mobile “Joy Ride” later this month to bring the mango vibe to consumers across America. Through this mobile food truck tour, mango lovers in three states can learn about the stone fruit, taste it and have...
Chicago hotel, birthplace of chocolate brownie, still serving sweet treat thanks to original recipe
The birthplace of the brownie can be traced to the kitchen of a Chicago hotel. So claims the Palmer House, a Hilton hotel that has been operating in downtown Chicago since 1873 (the original hotel was built in 1870 but burned down during the Great Chicago Fire a year later). Bertha Palmer, wife of Chicago...
Governor Tim Walz goes viral after posting family's recipe for 'turkey trot tater-tot hotdish'
Kamala Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, is going viral after sharing a recipe that’s popular in the Midwest, and social media users appear to be trying it out. The Democratic vice presidential nominee from Minnesota, who is expected to speak at the 2024 DNC on Wednesday in Chicago, recently took to X to...
Chicago's Italian beef, popularized by 'The Bear,' is Windy City's 'real root food'
Italian beef isn’t just a Chicago sandwich. It’s ingrained in the flavor of Chicago cuisine. At least that’s how the proprietor of Mr. Beef sees it. Christopher Zucchero has made Mr. Beef his life’s work, succeeding his father, who opened the preeminent Italian beef stand at 666 N. Orleans St. THIS CHICAGO DEEP-DISH PIZZA REQUIRES...
This Chicago deep-dish pizza requires a knife and fork to eat properly
Chicago deep-dish pizza, or just “deep dish,” as it’s commonly known, has befuddled pizza purists for decades. Is it a pizza? Is it, as comedian Jon Stewart once quipped, “an [expletive] casserole?” Maybe it is more of a pie than a pizza pie? Or is it something else entirely? Regardless of what it is, deep...









