Woman's Pizza-Only Diet Could Be Deadly

And then a hero comes along...

A WOMAN who has eaten only cheese and tomato pizza for 31 years has been told she could DIE unless she quits her bizarre dining habit.Mature student Claire Simmons, 33, gags if she puts anything but a plain pizza slice in her mouth.She also SHAKES the moment she is presented with any other type of food.

Frankly, I can't think of a better way to go.

(via The Sun)

'The Princess Bride' 25th Anniversary Tribute Wine

"All right. Where is the poison? The battle of wits has begun. It ends when you decide and we both drink, and find out who is right... and who is dead."

The year was 1987 when we first watched as handsome Westley rescued the lovely Buttercup from evil Prince Humperdinck of Florin. Now, 25 years later, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is releasing a tribute signature wine inspired by "The Princess Bride" movie.

The “Bottle Of Wits” wine line will include two varieties: “Inconceivable Cab” and “As You Wish White” — both will be available online in the near future.

The company also promises that neither blend will contain any trace of iocane powder.

 
(via Eater)

How to Eat Food [Infographic]

Pleated Jeans reminds us of the proper techniques for eating food. In case anyone needs a refresher. I need a snack.

(via Laughing Squid)

Crash the Super Bowl: Make Your Own Doritos

The finalists have been announced in the annual Doritos Crash the Super Bowl contest. In my opinion, the following entry should've been among them. Alas, somewhere in the distance, unicorns are crying...



(via Foodiggity)

Hanukkah Candy Canes

Candy canes — they're not just for gentiles anymore.

Buy them here for all of your Jewish friends.

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How To: Get Crispy Crust on Leftover Pizza

Leftover pizza is never as good as when it was first delivered/served. The crust has a tendency to be soggy, unless you've got time to waste reheating it in the oven.

Chef John of Food Wishes has found a quicker "magic" method to restoring leftover pizza crust to crispy. I haven't tried it yet, but it definitely looks promising.

(via Reddit)

Map of Thanksgiving Dinner

"Memories..."

Image Credit: Incidental Comics

Thanksgiving as a Kid vs. as an Adult

> See the full infographic at The Oatmeal

All-in-One Thanksgiving Cupcakes

Photo credits: fetette

I prefer a military plate, however if you don't mind the flavors of Thanksgiving all mushing together, the innovative Thanksgiving Plate Cakelettes look fun to try.

The cakelettes may also be paired with another recipe that I'd like to sample, Candied Yam Tartlettes. Mmmmm...

(via Fetette)

The Gentlemen's Rap: Starbucks

> Many more hilarious Gentlemen's Raps

'Gettin' Sugar High' Kids Rap

"Don't open up your door unless your candy's brand name!"

Entertainment happens when Kidz Bop meets 50 Cent on Halloween.

(via Buzzfeed)

Vote on Sandra Lee's Halloween Costumes

Aunt Sandy as Barbra Streisand.

Halloween just wouldn't be the same without Food Network's special holiday programming, Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee, specifically.

"Can I tell you?" Aunt Sandy's Halloween costumes are ridiculous over the top legendary. This year, for no apparent reason, you can vote for your favorite look from years past. There are 12 costumes to choose from and you can vote up to 10 times per day. Because you've got time to waste, no?

And don't forget to join Sandra Lee for Cocktail Time (and cooking perhaps?) as "Sandra's Halloween Wonderland" premieres on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 9 a.m. ET/PT. Will the tablescape include special place settings for Kimber and Brycer? I'll be tuning in to find out.

Behind the Camera: Steamy Scenes of Pasta

Steamy Scenes of Pasta: A look at tabletop food cinematography — the art of making the food in restaurant, beer and snack commercials appear drop-dead gorgeous.

I would love to be a food stylist, especially on this shoot.

(via New York Times)

Mangia! It's National Pasta Month

Welcome to October! If you can't wait for Halloween, here's something to celebrate in the meantime... October is National Pasta Month!



(via Discovery Channel)

Etsy Finds: Lionel Richie Tea Set

"And in my dreams I've sipped your tea, a thousand times..."
 
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Guinness World Record for Largest Home Delivery Pizza

Credit: Ryan Schude/Guinness World Records via Telegraph

The Telegraph has published an interesting collection of photos from the new Guinness World Records for 2012. Highlights include: the world's largest collection of 'Do Not Disturb' signs, the largest playable violin and the longest hair. And there's my favorite one:

Largest pizza commercially available (pictured above): On the menu at Big Mama's and Papa's Pizzeria in Los Angeles, California, USA, is an enormous 4 ft 6 in square pizza. Retailing at $199.99 plus tax, this mammoth meal can feed up to 100 people and can be ordered for delivery – as long as you give the pizzeria 24 hours' notice.

Which Girl Scout Cookie Flavor is the Most Popular?

Photo: Celine Grouard

During Girl Scout Cookie season, it's nearly impossible to exit the grocery store without purchasing a box. Or ten. I'm a Samoas/Thin Mints girl. How about you?

(via Wired)

The Original Spaghetti-Pasta-Noodle Fork

As far as practical inventions go, Bob Balow's Original Spaghetti-Pasta-Noodle Fork is a definite winner. Now I just have to decide whether I want stainless steel or gold-plated...

> Buy the Original Pasta Fork here

(via TDW)

What's Inside Your Favorite Candy Bar?

From left: Snickers, Reese's Peanut Butter cups, Baby Ruth. Credit: Scandybars

What does the inside of your favorite candy bar look like?

"Like a blog in a candy store," the Scandybars Tumblr, is on a mission to photograph cross section views of various candies. And the results are delicious!

Note: It's nearly impossible to not click through each page of Scandybars. And it is impossible to not crave chocolate during the process. You've been warned.

How to Dice an Onion [Video]

Chopping onions = tears. But not if the proper technique is used. Watch this lovely video from Jensen Hande Studios and voila — no more tears!

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