Rhia's Kitchen : February 2018

Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Starbucks opens new Reserve store, serves booze and pizza

Starbucks opens new Reserve store, serves booze and pizza

Starbucks may soon be turning into a full-fledged restaurant.

KFC runs out of gravy a week after running out of chicken

KFC runs out of gravy a week after running out of chicken

While 95 percent of the chain’s restaurants in the UK are back up and running, some of them are serving a limited menu sans gravy.

Man caught with red sauce on his face charged with meatball theft

Man caught with red sauce on his face charged with meatball theft

The man had red sauce smeared on his face and clothes, police say.

This artist turned his sour grapes into a wine boyfriend

This artist turned his sour grapes into a wine boyfriend

Taking the term "social drinker" to a new level, a Portland artist made a boyfriend who would be as loyal as his favorite wine.

New story in Health from Time: Gun Injuries Drop During NRA Conventions, Study Says

Mom claims she found live rat in sealed package of fruit from Aldi

Mom claims she found live rat in sealed package of fruit from Aldi

"The fact it was still alive is very worrying to me and confusing. I just couldn't understand how it could still be alive trapped how it was."

LA restaurateur threatens to knock Yelp user ‘into unconsciousness’ over bad review

LA restaurateur threatens to knock Yelp user ‘into unconsciousness’ over bad review

The chicken isn’t the only thing “raging” over at L.A.’s Raging Hot Chicken restaurant.

New story in Health from Time: The 6 Best Snacks for Anyone Cutting Out Sugar, According to a Nutritionist

Chocolate Fudge Brownie Berry Sundae

Chocolate Fudge Brownie Berry Sundae

New story in Health from Time: 1 in 14 Women Smokes While Pregnant, CDC Says

New story in Health from Time: Using Your Phone At Dinner Isn’t Just Rude. It Also Makes You Unhappy

City of Buffalo launching 'Buffalo Wing Trail' to cater to chicken-wing tourists

City of Buffalo launching 'Buffalo Wing Trail' to cater to chicken-wing tourists

This pub grub staple is getting a proper salute.

Gift bags for Oscar nominees valued at $100,000, filled with candy and drinks

Gift bags for Oscar nominees valued at $100,000, filled with candy and drinks

Whether or not they leave with an award, some lucky nominees will head home with quite the luxurious swag bag.

New Buffalo Wing Trail honors origin of the chicken wing

New Buffalo Wing Trail honors origin of the chicken wing

This pub grub staple is getting a proper salute.

Oscar gift bags valued at $100,000 are full of candy and drinks

Oscar gift bags valued at $100,000 are full of candy and drinks

Whether or not they leave with an award, some lucky nominees will head home with quite the luxurious swag bag.

New story in Health from Time: What Are Adaptogens and Why Are People Taking Them?

New story in Health from Time: The Vaccine-Autism Myth Started 20 Years Ago. Here’s Why It Still Endures Today

DiGiorno trolling Papa John’s about losing its NFL sponsorship

DiGiorno trolling Papa John’s about losing its NFL sponsorship

DiGiorno seems to be loving the fact that Papa John’s is no longer the official pizza of the NFL.

New story in Health from Time: You Asked: Is It Bad To Pick Your Nose?

Build better peanut butter and jelly sandwiches: 6 tips from restaurant chefs

Build better peanut butter and jelly sandwiches: 6 tips from restaurant chefs

Who knew there could be so many options with just three ingredients?

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

California town bans plastic cutlery, straws to protect environment

California town bans plastic cutlery, straws to protect environment

Only paper, wood or bamboo items will be allowed.

Couple gets married at Whole Foods

Couple gets married at Whole Foods

The reception was held in the café area.

McDonald's worker shot in the face with paintball gun over broken drink machine

McDonald's worker shot in the face with paintball gun over broken drink machine

The employee said the paintball gun looked like a real handgun.

Bellagio chef arrested for stealing close to $2G worth of lobster tails, police say

Bellagio chef arrested for stealing close to $2G worth of lobster tails, police say

A chef at the Bellagio Resort and Casino in Las Vegas was arrested Monday for allegedly stealing close to $2,000 worth of lobster tails.

1 in 20 diners has left a restaurant without paying, study finds

1 in 20 diners has left a restaurant without paying, study finds

If you’ve ever dined and dashed, you’re not alone.

McDonald's Szechuan Sauce might not be worth the hype, according to latest reviews

McDonald's Szechuan Sauce might not be worth the hype, according to latest reviews

McDonald’s may have been wise to limit its previous releases of Szechuan dipping sauce.

1 in 20 diners have left a restaurant without paying the bill, study finds

1 in 20 diners have left a restaurant without paying the bill, study finds

If you’ve ever guiltily dined and dashed, you’re apparently not alone.

Bobby Flay on controversial 'Iron Chef' stunt: 'The network was not thrilled'

Bobby Flay on controversial 'Iron Chef' stunt: 'The network was not thrilled'

Bobby Flay thought his abrupt departure from “Iron Chef” — which he announced unexpectedly during filming — would make for "good TV."

Beef industry fighting back against 'fake meat'

Beef industry fighting back against 'fake meat'

They're arguing for stricter regulations when it comes to labeling this increasingly popular product.

13 US meat plants slammed with thousands of hygiene violations, documents say

13 US meat plants slammed with thousands of hygiene violations, documents say

Uh oh.

Thousands of hygiene violations at US meat factories revealed in unpublished government documents

Thousands of hygiene violations at US meat factories revealed in unpublished government documents

Uh oh.

New story in Health from Time: Why People With Anxiety May Have Better Memories

New story in Health from Time: An Australian Tourist Carried Measles All Over New York City

Bobby Flay on controversial 'Iron Chef' stunt: 'The network wasn't thrilled'

Bobby Flay on controversial 'Iron Chef' stunt: 'The network wasn't thrilled'

Bobby Flay thought his abrupt departure from “Iron Chef” — which he announced unexpectedly during filming — would make for "good TV."

New story in Health from Time: Ignoring Your Emotions Is Bad for Your Health. Here’s What to Do About It

Johnnie Walker introducing special-edition Jane Walker

Johnnie Walker introducing special-edition Jane Walker

This Scottish liquor brand introduces a female logo just in time for Women's History Month.

Monday, February 26, 2018

Artists turn Guy Fieri's face into home decor

Artists turn Guy Fieri's face into home decor

You can now sleep, bathe, and walk on the Triple D host.

Artists turns Guy Fieri's face into home decor

Artists turns Guy Fieri's face into home decor

You can now sleep, bathe, and walk on the Triple D host.

'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines officially open Magnolia Table restaurant

'Fixer Upper' stars Chip and Joanna Gaines officially open Magnolia Table restaurant

The breakfast and lunch joint is open Monday through Saturday.

Johnnie Walker introducing special-edition Jane Walker Edition

Johnnie Walker introducing special-edition Jane Walker Edition

This Scottish liquor brand introduces a female logo just in time for Women's History Month.

NEW! Easy Chicken Mac n' Cheese, 9 Meals to Double & Freeze, Gluten-Free Chocolate Cupcakes and MORE!

Latest recipes from Simply Recipes.



Here is your update from Simply Recipes. Happy cooking!

Easy Chicken Mac and Cheese

by Nick Evans

As I've grown as a home cook, prioritizing flexibility in recipes is something I've learned to truly cherish. Especially now that I'm a busy parent, I find myself asking a series of questions any time I approach a recipe:

Can I substitute leftovers for an ingredient in a recipe I want to make? Can I serve this meal in a variety of ways? Is it doable to make this on a weeknight, or can I change it a bit to make it special for a weekend dinner party?

When it comes to this Easy Chicken Mac and Cheese, the answer to all of those questions is "yes!"

by Carrie Havranek

There's something so wonderful and welcoming about coming home after a busy day, knowing you have a well-stocked freezer and can just pull out a casserole to reheat for dinner.

You've already done the hard work of making the meal. Now you just get to enjoy the benefits of your prior planning.

by Megan Gordon

Gluten-Free Vegan Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Banana Cupcakes

Growing up, my mom always made her famous chocolate potato cake for each of our birthdays. I know, I know: it sounds very odd, but the truth is you never actually tasted the potato and it really just ensured that the batter was super moist, which I probably never appreciated as a kid but certainly do now.

These days when birthdays arise in our household, I've found my own tricks to achieve a really moist, super chocolatey cake and cupcakes. This recipe uses one of our son's favorite foods: bananas.

by Sally Vargas

Welcome to the world of grain bowls!

What's a grain bowl? These are bowls filled full with fresh and delicious vegetables, some protein, and a cooked whole grain. The components can often be made ahead of time, so grain bowls make a great assemble-and-go meal.

by Nick Evans

If you're a beginner cook, or even an intermediate one, it may not cross your mind to try making alfredo sauce from scratch. For me, it seemed just a tiny bit out of reach for years. Then one day, I gave it a try and quickly found myself saying, "Oh. That was really easy."

Alfredo is one of the most underrated sauces—it's made with just a few pantry staples, it's always satisfying, and it's surprisingly easy to make at home.

Every home cook should have a recipe at the ready for quick weeknight dinners. It's certainly not just for restaurant dining!

by Megan Gordon

When I'm baking, I love having a few reliable back-pocket recipes that don't take a lot of fuss (no candy thermometers, please!) and that have an equally fuss-free ingredient list. But a thick and fudgy chocolate frosting that spreads easily and is dairy-free? This has proven to be an elusive thing.

However, I was determined to find a good chocolate frosting recipe to go with my Gluten-Free Chocolate Banana Cupcakes, so I got to work! And I must confess that I’m mighty pleased with the results.