Columbus, OH

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Gwen Wren

This Sparkling Watermelon Mint Cooler is easy to make and perfect for hot summer days. The frozen watermelon cubes keep the drink cool without diluting it, making it even more refreshing and hydrating.

Sparkling Watermelon Mint Cooler

Mashed

If you decide to pan-sear a tomahawk steak, that should only be part of the cooking process. To finish the job properly, pop that meat in the oven, too.

Why Your Pan-Seared Tomahawk Steak Should Finish Cooking In The Oven

Ice cream plays well with a plethora of toppings and mix-ins, but which flavor pairs the best with bourbon? To answer that question, Mashed asked an expert.

The Expert-Approved Ice Cream Flavor Bourbon Pairs With The Best

Lots of foods are great to cook with from frozen. We spoke with three chefs who share their favorite foods to buy frozen and how you might want to use them.

12 Frozen Foods Chefs Always Have On Hand

If you like a whiskey sour, you'll probably love a bourbon margarita. In this cocktail, we swap out tequila for bourbon, making for a particularly Southern take on a margarita. For a spicy version, muddle a few slices of jalapeño in the bottom of the shaker before adding the rest of the ingredients. The sweet, smoky flavors of bourbon—use your favorite brand—are equaled by the zest of the lime juice and sweetness of the simple syrup. It's a beautifully balanced cocktail that just happens to go down a little differently than the traditional version.

This Bourbon Margarita Is Made For Beach Days

Blanco, TX

Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Summer barbecue season is here, and with it comes summer cocktail season. Imagine: frosty glasses (or sweaty Solo cups) of margaritas, sangrias, mojitos, and daiquiris. But who has time to tend bar when they're hosting a barbecue?. Pitcher drinks to the rescue! These 15 simple, make-ahead recipes make it easy...

15 Boozy Pitcher Drinks Perfect for Backyard BBQs

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Leave your jaded impressions of Long Island Iced Tea behind. Not only is the potent potable popular with 20-somethings looking for a quick buzz, but it's also a summertime sipper that tastes great if you're in your 30s or beyond.

Long Island Iced Tea: Summer's Most Potent Potable

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You don’t have to be somewhere tropical to enjoy this perfectly frosty piña colada. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. I love piña coladas as much as...

Piña Colada

There's no denying the convenience freezing food brings to our modern lives, but did you know this handy practice has surprisingly ancient origins?​

The Ancient Origins Of Frozen Food

Hamlet’s proclomation that the ‘cat will mew and dog will have his day’ takes on new meaning in mixology. In this case, the ‘dog’ in question is a Greyhound cocktail that’s elevated when served in a glass with a salt rim. The Greyhound doesn’t...

Salty Dog Cocktail: Ideal for the Dog Days of Summer

Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Cool down this summer with these yummy drinks that are both refreshing and delicious. These beverages are perfect for sipping on a warm afternoons when the sun is shining and the kids are splashing in the pool. Easy to prepare and universally loved, these Mexican drinks provide a sweet escape from the heat.

10 Mexican Drinks Made For Summer

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Could there be anything better than a cocktail that tastes like candy? Obviously, this is a rhetorical question for true lovers of both candy and cocktails. The better question is which cocktail tastes like candy without tasting too sweet or, even worse, cloying. The answer to this non-rhetorical question is...

Lemon Drop Martini: Liquid Candy Cocktail

Steak bites can be delightfully tender if you choose the right cut for the dish. Otherwise, you could be giving your jaw a workout with chewy meat.

If You Don't Want Chewy Steak Bites, Avoid These Cuts At All Costs

Despite their similar appearances, textures, and overlapping culinary uses in desserts and other dishes, sago and tapioca pearls have some distinct differences.

Sago And Tapioca Pearls May Look Alike, But They're Totally Different

Sometimes we pull out the blender and craft complicated cocktails but usually our mixology mission involves five ingredients or fewer – and we’re not alone with this preference. Some of the world’s most popular cocktails, like the Old Fashioned and Negroni, involve just a few ingredients and are...

12 Two-Ingredient Cocktails You Will Love

Vodka once dominated spirits sales in the United States by a wide margin. However, the clear spirit has seen sales slip as trending spirits like tequila and American whiskey continue to win over American palates. Despite the struggles plaguing the category, several brands have retained global success. According to recent...

The 20 Most Popular Vodka Brands in the World for 2024

There are many reasons a person might prefer a certain Aldi Bakery item over another. So, what would it take for a single product to outshine 20 others?

We Tried 21 Aldi Bakery Items And This One Was The Best

Shortbread is the one store-bought cookie that makes you feel fancy even if you're just snarfing them down straight from the bag. The buttery richness and sandy crumb are a timeless mix that elevates these mass-produced bakes beyond the realm of the common cookie. Sure, you could fill your afternoon tea tray with Oreos and Teddy Grahams, and maybe your guests would find it amusing. But with store-bought shortbread, you can easily fool them into thinking you know a thing or two about being classy. No need to tell them they're eating Keebler cookies baked by tree elves; that can be your fun little secret.

Frozen Watermelon-Ginger Margarita Recipe

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