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5 Common Problems With Stanley Water Bottles

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Stanley is one of the most renowned brands in the water bottle industry, but its products aren't without their problems. Here are five issues to know about.

Your Bread Pan Can Do More Than Just Baking

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

If your bread pan lives in your cupboard waiting for the time when you're ready for baking, you're losing out on this vital culinary tool's full potential.

How To Reheat A Fast Food Chicken Sandwich So It Tastes Just As Good The Next Day

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Don't settle for a cold, soggy fast food chicken sandwich just because it sat in the fridge overnight. You can easily reheat it to taste brand-new.

What Using The First-Ever Slow Cooker Was Like

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

The first slow cooker hit the shelves in the 1950s, but it really took off in the '70s. As you might imagine, it was quite different from the cooker today.

Why Everyone Should Own A Rice Cooker

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

A rice cooker may sound like a one-trick-pony at first glance, but it can do so much more than simply create one style of rice. You can make a whole dinner.

Why Keurig's Coffee Pod Inventor Regrets His Creation

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Keurig has no shortage of admirers, but one person who isn't among them is John Sylvan, the man who actually invented the K-Cup - and regrets it.

Pyrex Vs CorningWare: The Main Difference To Keep In Mind

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Pyrex and CorningWare may be made by the same company, but the two products are decidedly different. Here is how the two compare and which is better.

The Unexpected Tool Thomas Keller Uses For Michelin-Worthy Scrambled Eggs

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Thomas Keller, famed chef of the French Laundry in sunny California, uses an unexpected tool to get the creamiest scrambled eggs imaginable.

8 Kitchen Appliance Colors That Dominated The '70s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

The appliances you could get in the '70s were far more colorful than the boring steel, black, and white we see today, with these colors popping the most.

Why You Should Never Buy Plastic Food Storage Containers From Thrift Stores

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:17:00 +0000

If you're like us and you love a good thrifting experience, you might also enjoy finding hidden kitchen surprises at the store, but you should avoid these.

Yeti Vs Stanley Water Bottles: What's The Difference?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Yeti and Stanley are two of the biggest names in the water bottle game, so you might wonder what sets them apart when shopping for your next vessel.

5 Common Problems With Your Crock-Pot And How To Fix Them

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0000

A slow cooker, like a Crock-Pot, is a great and useful tool in the kitchen, but even such a helpful cooker has its drawbacks. Here is how to get around them.

How Often Dairy Queen Blizzard Machines Are Cleaned

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

The Blizzard is easily one of Dairy Queen's most iconic frozen treats, but have you ever wondered how often those blending machines are actually cleaned?

What The Wavy Lines On Your Crock-Pot Actually Mean

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Crock-Pots are pretty easy to use right out of the box. But if you purchased a model with only symbols, you might be wondering what they mean.

What's The Average Lifespan Of A Yeti Water Bottle?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Starting at $40 and going up from there, a Yeti water bottle is nothing if not an investment - so it's natural to wonder how long one will actually last you.

Filtered Vs Tap Water: Which Is Better For Your Coffee Maker And Morning Cup?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Clearing out old grounds and descaling keep your coffee maker running, but few realize that the water you choose affects both machine performance and flavor.

5 Common Problems With Blackstone Grills

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Your Blackston griddle might be great for flat-top cooking, but you might discover some common problems ranging from the propane tank connection to the weather.

How Often You Should Clean Your Yeti Water Bottle

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0000

With great (hydro) power comes great responsibility, and it's a fact that most people do not clean their Yeti water bottles as often as they should.

What's The Average Lifespan Of A Yeti Cooler?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Yeti coolers have become the go-to brand for many individuals who like roughing it because of the brand's quality, but just how long do those coolers last?

11 Common Coffee Drinker Complaints About Keurig

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cheyenne Elwell) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0000

Keurig machines are great in some ways, but customers also have a lot of complaints about them. These are some of the most common ones people talk about.