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  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Mozzarella Sticks, According to Diners

    Whether you’re sharing them with the table or ordering them all for yourself, mozzarella sticks remain one of America’s favorite appetizers. The best versions of the app combine a crunchy, golden outer layer with plenty of gooey melted cheese and a flavorful marinara sauce for dipping. Based on personal experience, menu offerings, and praise from diners, these restaurant chains serve mozzarella sticks that keep cust…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJul 7, 2026

    Island-Style Jerk Pulled Mushroom Wraps

    These island-style jerk-pulled mushroom wraps from Javant Brenton’s cookbook Make Your Own are gluten-free and vegan with bold seasoning, fruit, and a creamy sauce. Shredded trumpet oyster or oyster mushrooms make the filling. They brown in a skillet, then get coated in jerk sauce for a deep, spicy flavor. The wrap uses soft almond flatbread, which keeps the recipe gluten-free. Baked plantain adds a sweet, starchy l…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 7, 2026

    5 Burger Chains That Never Use Frozen Beef

    Frozen burger patties are a must-have in your freezer when you want to cook up burgers in a moments notice. However, if you are dining out, the last thing you want is a burger made months earlier and tossed in the freezer. Luckily, there are a handful of chains that use only fresh, never frozen, beef for their burger patties. Where can you get the freshest burgers possible? Here are 5 burger chains that never use fr…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Salmon Dinners, According to Diners

    Salmon is one of those restaurant dishes that can be simple or surprisingly elaborate. Some diners want a beautifully grilled fillet with vegetables on the side, while others prefer bold sauces, sweet and savory seasonings, or a plate loaded with additional seafood. The best restaurant versions keep the salmon moist and flavorful while adding accompaniments that complement rather than overpower the fish. These five…

  • StoryTIME — HealthJul 7, 2026

    The Unexpected Way AI Helped Me Appreciate My Body

    —Illustration by Mar Hernández for TIME Distaste for Big Tech is one of the few headline topics on which my conservative mother and I agree. We sit at her kitchen table, trying to outdo each other with hell-in-a-handbasket reports. Everyone at the restaurant was on their phones! Well, did you hear about the restaurant where people can have dinner with AI dates? Or tech companies forcing regular people to foot the el…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 7, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Shrimp Scampi Meals, According to Shoppers

    Shrimp scampi is a buttery, garlicky dish where the juicy shrimp really shines, and there are several frozen options that shoppers are impressed with. If you want a quick yet delicious meal on the table in no time at all, these frozen entrées are convenient and packed with flavor. Simply serve with rice or pasta, or just some crusty bread, and you have a fantastic meal without any mess: Here are five of the best fro…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 7, 2026

    Mango Streusel Cake [Vegan]

    This vegan Mango Streusel Cake features a delightful coconut sugar and cinnamon streusel layered both inside and on top, creating a wonderfully textured dessert.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 7, 2026

    Raw Lamingtons [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

    These Raw Lamingtons are a no-bake, gluten-free treat featuring a creamy almond and coconut cake base layered with homemade chia jam and coated in chocolate.

  • StoryNutritionFacts.org — articlesJul 7, 2026

    Protect Your Arteries from Saturated Fat with These Foods

    If you’re going to have something unhealthy, is there anything you can eat with it to help mitigate the damage it may cause? If you compare the artery function of vegetarians and meat-eaters, the healthy ability of arteries to dilate and let more blood flow is significantly better among those eating a vegetarian diet. And not just by a little—we’re talking four times better, as you can see below and at 0:24 in my vi…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionJul 7, 2026

    Takeaway meals contain more salt than advertised, study finds

    Almost half of the takeaway meals tested contained more salt than advertised, with some dishes delivering nearly twice the recommended daily limit in a single serving. Surprisingly, classic fish and chips ranked among the lowest-salt options, while pasta, pizza, and curries were often the saltiest.

  • RecipeSkinnytasteJul 6, 2026

    My Go-To Sausage and Peppers Recipe Is Always a Hit

    This Sausage and Peppers Recipe is an easy Italian dinner with juicy sausage, sweet peppers, and onions. Perfect for gri...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsJul 7, 2026

    Love & Lemons Cooking Club – July!

    Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each mont...

  • RecipeAmbitious KitchenJul 7, 2026

    Avocado Peach Tomato Salad with Dilly Tahini Dressing

    Avocado Peach Tomato Salad with Dilly Tahini Dressing Gorgeous avocado peach tomato salad with a creamy, dilly tahini dr...

  • RecipeAmbitious KitchenJul 7, 2026

    High Protein Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Jars

    High Protein Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Jars Creamy, high-protein peanut butter cup cheesecake jars layered with crunc...

  • RecipeWell PlatedJul 6, 2026

    Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

    Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread Greek yogurt makes this chocolate chip zucchini bread recipe tender and moist. The most de...

  • StoryBBC News — HealthJul 8, 2026

    More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave

    When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 8, 2026

    5 Chain Restaurants With the Best Pot Roast Dinners, According to Chefs

    Pot roast is one of those comfort meals that hits the spot every time. Slow-cooked beef, savory gravy, and hearty sides make it a longtime favorite among diners seeking a satisfying, homestyle meal. To find out which chains serve some of the best versions, Eat This, Not That! asked Therese Buchanan , home chef, food blogger & recipe developer at Tessie’s Table , to share the pot roast dinners she recommends ordering…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 8, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Shepherd’s Pies, According to Shoppers

    Shepherd’s pie is the ultimate winter comfort food that is good year-round, a hearty blend of ground beef (which technically makes it a cottage pie), vegetables, and mashed potatoes. This savory dish is a beloved staple in the U.K., a classic weeknight meal that the whole family will love. Making shepherd’s pie from scratch can be time consuming, but there are plenty of frozen options perfect for nights when you wan…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 8, 2026

    4 Restaurant Chains With the Best Chicken Livers, According to Diners

    Not everyone loves chicken livers, but to those who fancy the organ meat, it is considered a delicacy. The meal used to be on almost every menu, but these days, chicken liver dinners have become harder to find. Luckily, there are still a handful of chain that serve the meal. Where can you enjoy it? Here are 4 restaurant chains with the best chicken livers, according to diners. Lee Famous Recipe Chicken Lee’s Famous…

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 8, 2026

    I Opted For This Over A Protein Powder To Give My Breakfast A Boost

    Is this why I keep getting compliments on my hair & skin? Is this why I keep getting compliments on my hair & skin?

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 8, 2026

    Are Sugar Substitutes Sabotaging Your Health? What The Science Says

    You might want to rethink that diet soda. You might want to rethink that diet soda.

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 8, 2026

    Is Your Stomach Eating Itself? What To Know About This Autoimmune Condition

    You may see this term popping up in the longevity space. You may see this term popping up in the longevity space.

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 8, 2026

    These 2 Probiotic Strains Were Linked To Better Mood & Neuroplasticity

    Supporting your mood may begin with your microbiome Supporting your mood may begin with your microbiome

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionJul 8, 2026

    Can't stick to a diet? Intermittent fasting may be easier than counting calories for weight loss

    Intermittent fasting helped people lose as much weight as calorie restriction, but without the same feeling of constantly controlling their food intake. Researchers say that difference could make fasting a more sustainable option for people who struggle with traditional diets.