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Who doesn't love Girl Scout cookies? Yet for every favorite someone has, another person isn't a fan and the flavor disdained by Giada De Laurentiis is a shock.
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The Desperate Wartime Origins Of The Kir Royale Cocktail
The Kir Royale was created by a French Catholic priest named Felix Kir, who was a key figure in the French resistance against the Nazis during World War II. -
The Secret To Getting The Buttery Soft Texture Of Milk Bread
Japanese milk bread is known for its unbelievably soft and fluffy texture, and achieving it at home requires a special technique that's simple but effective. -
When In Italy, You Should Know The Difference Between An Osteria And Trattoria
Anyone who is planning a trip to Italy needs to know the differences between the two primary eatery types (aside from ristorantes): an osteria and a trattoria. -
How To Open A Pineapple Without Using A Knife
If you want to try that viral hack for cutting open a pineapple without using a knife, there's more than meets the eye. Here's what to know before starting. -
The Smoky Alternative For Meatloaf That Will Appease Ketchup Haters
Ingredients like molasses and apple cider vinegar in barbecue sauce complement meatloaf in a similar way that ketchup does, hitting sour and sweet flavor notes. -
Should You Shake Or Stir A Manhattan Cocktail? We Asked Celeb Mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive
Food Republic spoke with expert mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim to glean his insights on which method produces a superior Manhattan cocktail. His advice? Stir it. -
The Reason Black Ivory Coffee Is So Expensive
Black Ivory isn't an above-average coffee sold at an exorbitant price, but a truly special variety produced in a way unlike any other beans in the world. -
What Is Blood Sausage, And Is It The Same As Black Pudding?
Not all of us understand the terms blood sausage or black pudding, but to populations around the world, these names denote a truly tasty treat. -
How Meatloaf Became America's Favorite Dinner
During the Great Depression, meatloaf presented an ingenious way to stretch what little protein many families could afford into a filling meal. -
The Strange Reason Anthony Bourdain Never Ate In Switzerland
During his career, Anthony Bourdain visited upwards of 80 countries for the various travel shows he hosted- however, he harbored a puzzling fear of Switzerland. -
How Pasta Became An Icon Of Italian Culture
It's hard to imagine modern Italian cuisine without pasta, but these versatile noodles haven't always been intertwined with the nation's culture. -
Why Giada De Laurentiis Never Eats Eggs For Breakfast
Giada De Laurentiis prefers her morning fuel to come from satiating, slow-digesting carbs - which provide ample energy for her busy days - rather than eggs. -
Want A Job Making Whiskey? Michter's Master Distiller Dan McKee Explains What It Takes - Exclusive
Whiskey is a drink, but it's also a passion, and for those who live and breathe it, getting a job in the industry may not be as difficult as you might expect. -
What You Need For The Perfect Margarita, According To Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive
Food Republic spoke to cocktail expert and author Tony Abou-Ganim to find out what ingredients go into his absolute best version of a classic margarita. -
José Andrés Most Popular Dishes, According To Customer Requests
In his new cookbook that commemorates some of his most popular restaurants, José Andrés reveals which dishes have customers begging for a recipe. -
Lime Mayo Is The Key To Perfecting Restaurant-Style Ranch At Home
All you need to do to create delicious restaurant-worthy ranch dressing at home is to swap in some tangy lime mayonnaise for the regular kind. -
You Can Order Ina Garten's Carrot Cake For Easter This Year — Here's How
Everyone wishes they could make an Easter spread like Ina Garten, and this year you can order her signature carrot cake right to your door via Goldbelly. -
How Much It Costs To Attend History's Most Expensive Meal In A Space Balloon
You may have had an expensive meal or dined at three-star Michelin restaurants, but no one has ever eaten like this before, caviar with a view of planet Earth. -
Giada De Laurentiis' Stove Tip To To Prevent Clumpy Cacio E Pepe
For the silkiest cacio e pepe with no unpleasant, gritty lumps of grated cheese in the sauce, follow Giada De Laurentiis' simple cooking technique. -
It's Time To Swap Your Hot Dog Bun For Cornbread
You can make cornbread buns by using a boxed cornbread mix; make the batter as directed, but pour it into a bun-shaped mold that you form out of aluminum foil. -
What Is Cowboy Coffee?
Cowboys (and girls and, well, general cowfolk) often don't get to take much with them out in the field, and so cowboy coffee was born out of necessity. -
The Food City Anthony Bourdain Thought Was Severely Underrated
Anthony Bourdain believed Uruguay - more specifically, its capital city, Montevideo - was underappreciated for its delicious, albeit meat-heavy, food. -
Ina Garten's Favorite Cookie Recipe Is A Real Crowd Pleaser
Ina Garten, queen of the Hamptons and our hearts, knows her way around the kitchen, and she's a fantastic baker, too. Her favorite cookie? It's a game changer. -
Bobby Flay's Go-To Sauce For Dipping French Fries
Bobby Flay's french fry sauce couldn't be easier to throw together, and its versatile smoky and savory flavor will reward you ten times over. -
Simplify Your Purim Hamantaschen With Cake Mix
Purim is known for costumes, drinking, and hamantaschen -- take away some of the difficulty of making those little cookies by using a kosher cake mix. -
Alex Guarnaschelli's Non-Negotiable Easter Dinner Sides
Alex Guarnaschelli has great ideas for Easter side dishes that are delicious, won't add much fuss to your already-big meal, and carry the spirit of spring.