Tim Forster

Berlin, Germany

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The Strange Time When Burger King Temporarily Retired Its Mascot

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

For many fast food chains, mascots are a big part of branding. What would McDonald's be without Ronald McDonald, or Wendy's without Wendy, the red-headed, freckled girl right in the middle of its logo? However, some mascots are a lot more forgettable, including Burger King's. And there's a good potential reason for this: Burger King retired him back in 2011.
The Best Cuts To Use When Grilling Lamb

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

Lamb isn't so popular in the United States — Americans eat under a pound of it on average each year, compared to 85 pounds of beef per person, according to Colorado State University. (It's also not to be confused with mutton.) But they should consider eating more of it: Its rich grassy taste with just a touch of gamey-ness makes it a unique meat, and one that's definitely worthy of any summertime barbecue. But what's the right cut of lamb to put on the grill for a tender and juicy final product?
The Special Mexican Spice Paste That Brings Loads Of Flavor To Pork Tacos

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

While many Mexican spices and herbs can be easily found in any supermarket, you may want to make a detour to find one specific spice paste. It's called achiote, and it's a key ingredient for Yucatán-style cochinita pibil (barbecued pork) as well as the pork in tacos al pastor. You could argue al pastor is a fusion food rather than a Mexican one since it originates from the shawarma that Lebanese migrants made, but that's another story.
The Hands-Down Best Jack In The Box Menu Item Has A Controversial Reputation

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

A lot of fast food chains tend to stick to one specialty: Burger King and McDonald's do burgers, Taco Bell and Del Taco do (surprise!) tacos. And while all these chains do other menu items, it's safe to say they've picked a lane. West Coast chain Jack in the Box is a bit different, though — it splits its focus between burgers and tacos. But which is better? One Chowhound writer ranked 11 of Jack in the Box's main menu items and came up with a firm answer: The tacos.
The Worst Jack In The Box Menu Item Flops In The Face Of Its Competitors

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

If you've lived on the West Coast, there's a decent chance you've visited Jack in the Box for one of its much-loved tacos. In fact, when a Chowhound reviewer set about ranking 11 of Jack in the Box's most notable menu items, it was the tacos that came out on top. While they might not look terribly appealing, with a filling that can be described as a clump of meat, our reviewer found them undoubtedly tasty.
Emeril Lagasse's Favorite Food City Outside The US Is Severely Underrated

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

With his focus on fine Cajun and Creole food, chef Emeril Lagasse is an icon of New Orleans dining — so it's perhaps little surprise that his favorite food city in the U.S. is New Orleans, where he has plenty of dining tips. But his international favorite isn't quite so obvious, although it makes sense if you know Lagasse's background.
Emeril Lagasse's Favorite Meal At His Restaurant, 34

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

While it might seem a little bit like a parent choosing their favorite child, it's probably inevitable that some chefs have a favorite dish in their restaurants. That's the case for Emeril Lagasse in his newest restaurant, 34. While Lagasse is arguably best known for serving up Cajun and Creole dishes in his New Orleans restaurants like Meril and Emeril's, with 34 he has pivoted to Portuguese food.
How Long Do Canned Meats Really Last?

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

It's generally understood that fresh meat doesn't keep for long (unless you store it in the freezer, of course), but what about canned meat? After all, the point of canning is to preserve food for much longer, but at the same time, you don't want to play guessing games about food safety, especially considering that canned goods can carry bacteria that cause botulism. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has an app called FoodKeeper that provides some useful answers.
This No-Frills Shake Shack Burger Might Be The Worst Bite On The Menu

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

Thanks to its focus on quality, Shake Shack is a much-loved burger chain. But inevitably, not all of its menu items are created equal — as we found when our reviewer ranked Shake Shack's burgers. One item landed in last place, and the issue is less that the burger was bad but rather that it's boring. That item is the standard Hamburger. If you order it without any customizations, all you'll get is one of the chain's soft and buttery potato buns with a 4-ounce (quarter pound) patty inside.
The Italian Chocolate That Beats Nutella At The Hazelnut Game

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Tim Forster

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're a fan of the fantastically rich, creamy taste of Nutella, there's another nutty Italian product you should know about. It's called gianduja (sometimes spelled "gianduia"). On paper, gianduja is similar to Nutella: It's a chocolate and hazelnut concoction that can be found as a spread, although it's often sold as a more solid piece of chocolate.