Mountain View, CA

California State

Food & Wine

This could be the end of Cheetos for recess.

These 6 Food Dyes Could Soon Be Banned in California — Here’s What to Know

These deeply savory hand-held pies offer a vibrant taste of Jamaica’s culture and history. Patties have long been a street food and fast-casual staple on the island. The ingredients in these pattiest — earthy aromatics, punchy spices and grassy herbs – make this meat-filled pastry globally renowned. While ground beef is the most common filling – and one whose texture is made smoother by the inclusion of torn white bread – other variations including chicken, pork, shrimp and ackee are also popular. Patties are oftentimes paired with coco bread.

Jamaican Beef Patties

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"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

South Carolina State

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Los Angeles County, CA

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Connecticut State

Restaurants share a community spirit in this coastal Connecticut village.

12 Ways to Taste Mystic, Connecticut, From Seafood to Bake Shop and Rooftop

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Buckwheat flour is the baker’s secret to more depth in your cookies, cakes, and more. Here’s how to use it.

This Earthy, Nutty Flour Is the Easiest Way to Transform Your Desserts

Plus: It now features less plastic than ever.

McDonald’s New Mini McFlurry Is Half the Size — With a Lower Price

Le Creuset's Harvest Collection Includes Festive New Cookware Pieces—Prices Start at $50

Portland, ME

Beat the crowds to Knightville's seafood, soft serve, sandwiches, craft beer, and bread with true terroir.

This South Portland Neighborhood Is Maine's Next Big Dining Destination

Upgrade Your Entertaining With Amazon’s Bestselling Charcuterie Board — Now 29% Off

For the love of food safety, please put your meat back in the refrigerator.

Bringing Meat to Room Temperature Before Cooking — Myth or a Must? Here's What Chefs Have to Say

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Today brings with it a powerful cosmic alignment to the zodiacs. The energy will be delivering waves of opportunity that can be felt by many. For some, this day marks the moment when dreams finally start to come into reality. If you have been hoping for progress, this is the time to tune into the energy of the heavens. However, for Gemini, Libra, and Pisces, the stars are working in their favor at an advantage. The day may start bringing clarity, success, and emotional fulfillment to these signs more easily than on other days. Let's look at the possibilities that this day may bring!

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True | September 6, 2024

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

If you live in Kansas City, or are kind of close, and if you want a cat, today is your lucky day. We have five humdingers for your consideration, all available from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link in each cat's description to learn more about them and to get in touch with their shelter.

Five spectacular cats that can be all yours

Tour these emerging culinary destinations, from California to Connecticut, on a road trip.

Food Scenes for Your Next Route

Shoppers love its size, insulation, and easy cleanup.

These Stainless Steel Tumblers Are Just as Good as Yeti, Per Shoppers — but Cost Just $9

The Brooklyn cocktail is a pre-Prohibition classic combining rye whiskey, dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and the bittersweet French liqueur, Amer Picon. The cocktail is frequently credited to theater actor and playwright Maurice Hegeman while he was a regular at Brooklyn’s Schmidt Cafe in 1910. However, Hegeman’s version of hard cider, absinthe, and ginger ale offers little resemblance to the cocktail we know today.

Brooklyn Cocktail

Oregon State

Ashland, OR

Come for the theater, stay for the food scene.

This Artsy Oregon Town Pairs Global Food With Mountain Views

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Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

Here’s How Much You Could Be Spending on a Hot Dog and a Beer at an NFL Stadium This Season — and It’s Not Good

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The Ultimate Guide to Buying Wine

Easy tips to take the stress out of buying your next...

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Wine

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