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Racist allegations against celebrity chef Paula Deen have resurfaced.

Paula Deen Accused Of Stealing Black Woman's Recipes In Resurfaced Clip

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Herbie J Pilato

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Texas State

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Everyone knows that the highlight of any state fair is the food. The Pioneer Woman's own daughter Alex Drummond and her husband, Mauricio Scott, went to the Texas State Fair for a sampling of some of their most iconic snacks. "I feel like a little kid," Alex said about the experience. They tried fried candy bars, corn dogs, and even fried seafood gumbo bites. Sometimes fair foods can be a little wacky, but oftentimes they're just plain delicious! Even if you can't make it to your own state's fair this year, there's still a way to enjoy the taste of those popular fair foods right at home. In fact, you can bring the carnival to your own backyard with these kid-friendly recipes and a few backyard games.

15 Iconic State Fair Foods That You Can Make at Home

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Biscuits and gravy are a Southern staple you'll find at a range of chain restaurants. Here are the best and worst places to get your fix, ranked.

Chain Restaurant Biscuits And Gravy Ranked From Worst To Best

Parade

The restaurant chain has just what you need to recover from 'pumpkin spice fatigue.'

Cracker Barrel’s New Fall Menu Items Spotlight a Seasonal Favorite–and It’s Not Pumpkin Spice

Virginia State

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Few culinary personalities have gripped the public consciousness quite like Anthony Bourdain has. The unapologetically candid personality brought an air of honesty and humility to his approach to food, and eventually became associated with the idea that truly transcendent food experiences come from veering off the beaten path. The "No Reservations" and "Parts Unknown" host traveled the globe on a constant lookout for the best eats one can find, whether it be a local mainstay, a hole-in-the-wall restaurant, or a renowned establishment. Bourdain always seemed to suss out the absolute best places to eat abroad, which inherently begs the question: What are, in his opinion, the best food destinations?

Anthony Bourdain's 3 Favorite Food Destination Cities

Salon Yevani, a vibrant new kosher Greek restaurant, has just opened its doors in Herzliya at שד’ אלי לנדאו, bringing a lively Mediterranean flair to the area. The restaurant invites guests to indulge in authentic Greek cuisine while enjoying a lively atmosphere complete with live music, dancing, and the traditional Greek custom of plate-breaking.

New Kosher Dairy Greek Restaurant in Herzliya: Salon Yevani

Austin, TX

The grassroots reselling market has never been as robust as it now. There’s Poshmark for trendy apparel, eBay for discontinued products , and Facebook Marketplace for used furniture. But before all of those, there was Craigslist, whose entire selling premise regularly centered on the weird, the wild, and the most disconcerting objects. Say, a smoker claiming to host the infernal spirit of chef, author, and media darling Anthony Bourdain.

Anthony Bourdain: The Man, the Myth, and the Inhabitant of a Haunted Smoker in Austin

Barbecue can bring people together and is, to many, considered an art form. Perfecting the art of managing fire, smoke, sauces and seasoning to perfectly cook meats, veggies takes practice. Because of this learned skill, there are competitions all over the world where aspiring pitmasters gather to show off their grilling prowess. It's also a great way to learn and meet people while tasting delicious foods.

All the Grilling Tech and Tools I Use in Barbecue Competitions

Jacksonville, FL

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A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Americans born between 1946 and 1964, commonly known as baby boomers, are a very important cross-section of the population. Their tastes have influenced generational shifts, from the economy, politics, and pop culture. No matter how big or small, it’s notable to know just what exactly the boomer generation enjoys.

21 Most Popular American Dishes Among Baby Boomers

You can always count on finding margaritas on restaurant cocktail menus. Though the origins of the margarita are highly disputed, there's no denying the drink's widespread popularity and acclaim. Like with many drinks, there are countless variations of the classic margarita recipe. But in its most basic version, it consists of tequila, triple sec, and lime juice over ice. While this sounds simple, there's a lot that can go wrong when preparing the drink.

Chain Restaurant Margaritas Ranked Worst To Best, According To Customers

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

New Hampshire State

Rye, NH

LiveScience

A beautiful and rare "cotton candy" lobster caught in New Hampshire may be due to a combination of genetics and diet.

1-in-100 million 'cotton candy' lobster caught off New Hampshire alive and well at aquarium

Cooking With Maryann

Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

Moms Who Think

All-you-can-eat restaurants, also known as buffets, have been a big deal in the U.S. since the first one opened in […]

The 10 Favorite All You Can Eat Restaurants in America, According to Boomers

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

This story was produced through a collaboration between the Daily Yonder , which covers rural America, and Climate Central , a nonadvocacy science and news group. On the day he would become homeless, Wesley Bryant was awoken by his wife, Alexis.

Indiana State Fair reveals top 3 'Taste of the Fair' winners

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