During this summer heat wave, all we can think about is an ice-cold dessert to cool us down. When it’s this hot, no one wants to turn on the oven—in fact, we barely want to go to the grocery store, because that requires extra time spent outside transporting our rapidly-thawing groceries into the house.

Dairy Queen Is Giving Away Free Ice Cream This Weekend

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Whether it be for last-minute meals, quick and easy dinners, grocery shopping on a budget, or whenever cravings strike, most of us have meat or seafood stored away in the freezer for future use. While it’s both wise and useful to keep frozen proteins on hand, the real trick is remembering to thaw them properly and thoughtfully for when the time comes to cook. But what’s the best way to do this?

The Worst Ways to Thaw Meat and Seafood, According to a Chef

At Allrecipes, we’re big fans of entertaining guests, and Walmart has proved an exceptional one-stop shop for all our summer party needs. Between the Pioneer Woman’s Sweet Rose Stoneware Oval Serving Platter and the popular Dolly Parton Partyware collection, this mega-retailer knows what it’s doing. Now, Walmart...

Walmart Has a $5 Kitchen Find Our Editors Swear By

If you’re looking for a dessert to take to a small gathering, Trader Joe’s latest bakery item might be what you’re looking for. Or, it might be something you choose to keep to yourself because it’s that good. The store is famous for its sweet offerings,...

Trader Joe’s New Bakery Item Is So Good, Fans Are Packing Purse Forks (Again)

I’ve learned the majority of my cooking skills by observing my grandma in the kitchen as diligently as humanly possible. She’s taught me how to make curry pastes, properly chop onions, and even debone entire chickens. But the most valuable tip that she’s taught me, by far, is how to cook perfect white rice each and every time.

Never Screw Up White Rice Again With This Simple Trick My Grandma Taught Me

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Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

You might still be recovering from your big Fourth of July barbecue, but potlucks and picnics are far from over. Because our calendars are already pretty full, we like to be prepared for get-togethers and spontaneous pool days at all times. That’s why we seek out store-bought shortcuts that make...

Sam’s Club's New Heat-and-Eat Dip Will Be a Potluck Hit

When the sun is blazing, it’s only natural for that cool ice cream craving to strike. Picking up ice cream during a heatwave is a no-brainer, but what's harder is selecting which ice cream to stock your freezer with. Do you want a pint or quart? What brand? And, most importantly, which flavor?

Turkey Hill Has 7 New Ice Cream Flavors Coming to Shelves Soon

I grew up in Texas, and if there's one thing I know Southerners take seriously, it's sweet tea. I wouldn’t consider myself the ultimate sweet tea enthusiast—an Arnold Palmer is my preferred summer beverage by far—but, I know a lot of people who are so dedicated to the drink that they think any restaurant without sweet tea on the menu should be illegal.

The Southern Secret that Makes This Sweet Tea Recipe Worth '100 Stars'

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

As a big fan of Yeti, I’ll be the first to tell you that the brand rarely goes on sale. Although the popular drinkware is known for its extreme durability—I once watched a Yeti water bottle survive falling out of a moving car—that quality comes at a higher cost than others. But now, thanks to Amazon Prime Day, you can get these buy-for-life products on a deep discount. Score a super-insulated Tundra 35 Cooler for $83 off, or take 50 percent off one of the brand’s coveted can koozies. The Prime Day deals only run through Wednesday, so grab them while you can!

Pssst! Yeti Just Discounted a Ton of Tumblers, Coolers, and More for Amazon Prime Day

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When you gotta go, you gotta go!A shop owner in France accused Elton John of whipping out a plastic bottle and peeing into it while in the middle of a shoe-shopping trip. Ryan Sukkar — who owns the store Sugarkikz located in Nice, France — revealed the "Your Song" artist stopped by his shop on Monday, July 8, with his two sons, Zachary, 13, and Elijah, 11, and a single bodyguard. John allegedly asked if there was a public restroom that he could use, but when he was told there wasn't one available, Sukkar claimed he took a plastic bottle...

Awkward! Elton John Allegedly Peed Into a Plastic Bottle at Shoe Store After He Was Told There Was No Bathroom, Shop Owner Claims

"This simple sheet pan ratatouille recipe is easy and delicious." —Virginia Willis. Tuesday: Easy Sheet Pan Roasted Greek Salmon and Broccoli. "This easy sheet pan roasted Greek salmon and broccoli is seasoned with Greek seasoning and honey mustard, quickly roasted, and then topped with crumbled feta cheese. It makes a great weeknight family dinner." —Nicole McLaughlin.

7 Summer Sheet Pan Dinners for Every Night of the Week

I’m not sure at what age talking about grocery stores and stellar food deals became an exciting conversation, but I’m there. Whenever I find a cheap product or a grocery item I love, I feel the need to tell everyone I know. It’s like wearing a dress that has pockets—you have to share the little secret.

The $0.79 Aldi Product I Always Have in My Pantry

Becoming the baker in the family is both a blessing and a curse. I love trying new recipes and having my family members act as my guinea pigs and test the final products, especially when those recipes are desserts tied to my Mexican heritage. Of course, this also means frequent requests for more of said cookies, pies, cakes, etc.—all of which I’m happy to oblige.

The Dessert My Mom Begs Me To Make Every Time I Visit Home

No-bake desserts reign supreme in the summertime. They're simple, yet oh-so-satisfying, and they offer the added bonus of a temporary reprieve from the heat. And when it comes to warm-weather gatherings, nothing hits quite like a slice of chilly cheesecake. Keep that oven turned off and cool down with these no-bake cheesecakes that all set nicely in the fridge or freezer. You'll end up with a refreshing, yet still luxurious dessert.

16 No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes That'll Keep Your Kitchen Cool This Summer

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There's nothing better on a super hot day than a nice, fresh and cool summer salad! One of our favorite flavor combos is bacon, lettuce and tomato. (Okay, so really, it's anything with bacon in it... don't judge. :D)

BLT Pasta Salad

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts has announced a heartwarming and adorable event that will both raise money for the local animal shelter while also socializing a few of their tiniest furry friends. The local animal shelter explains, "We need help socializing 12 adorable kittens! Your job would be to hang out with them, play with them and pet them!"

Local Animal Shelter Announces Adorable "Play With Kittens" Event

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NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Arby’s Is Selling Roast Beef Sandwiches for Just $1 This Week

Everyone knows that Arby’s has the meats, which is why stopping in there any time of week for a roast beef sandwich, gyro, chicken sandwich, and...

Arby’s Is Selling Roast Beef Sandwiches for Just $1 This Week

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