Hellman’s is finally answering the question on everyone’s minds: Is mayonnaise an instrument? The question was infamously first posed about 25 years ago by the lovable starfish Patrick on “SpongeBob Squarepants,” and now there’s finally an answer. The beloved mayo brand worked with Dr. Rachael Durkin, Head of Global Music Technologies at Northumbria University, and … Read more
As inflation squeezes wallets, some diners are squeezing a little too much out of the condiment station – a trend now dubbed “pocket-packing” – and restaurants are feeling it. Guests who “pocket-pack” at restaurants or fast-food establishments help themselves to an excessive amount of items such as plastic utensils, straws, napkins and condiments, including sugar and ketchup … Read more
No need to dip into your wallet for checked luggage for a big travel weekend. This Labor Day weekend, Hidden Valley Ranch plans to help travelers cover the cost of their checked bag fees — if they bring the ranch along for the journey. Due to the 3.4oz liquid limit for carry-on bags, ranch lovers … Read more
Ancient Romans had a big appetite for a certain kind of fish sauce – and a new study is revealing exactly what went into it. Researcher Gonçalo Themudo published his findings in the journal Antiquity on July 2. The research centered around garum, a fermented fish sauce that Ancient Romans enjoyed as a popular condiment. Themudo, a … Read more
Here’s the real bee’s knees. Skincare companies might have you believing you need expensive serums and seven-step routines to maintain that youthful glow. But some experts say the real secret to a perfect complexion is hiding in your cupboard. Experts say the real secret to a perfect complexion is hiding in your cupboard. Jacob Lund … Read more
A lifestyle and culinary icon recently took a firm position on the age-old debate of whether ketchup belongs on hot dogs or not. Martha Stewart, founder of Martha Stewart Living, expressed her opinion in an Instagram reel on June 17. “I love hot dogs with the works,” Stewart said in the video. She added, “It has to … Read more
Worcestershire sauce is a condiment often used to add flavor to dishes such as pasta, casseroles, pies, and even Bloody Mary cocktails. But it’s only recently that people have discovered its key ingredient, and it’s completely blowing their minds. The tangy sauce is typically made with water, vinegar, brown sugar, golden syrup, salt, tamarind, spices, … Read more
Your stomach has had enough. From crash cleanses and drastic detoxes to pricey probiotics, the internet is full of digestive fads. But the real fix is probably already sitting in your fridge. This humble, no-frills snack packs just 27 calories per serving and can deliver “insane health benefits” in as little as 30 days, according … Read more
Now they’re canceling ranch dressing. A new demographic report on the food preferences for young 20-somethings shows a massive shift in their palates — including the rejection of America’s second favorite condiment. Ranch, runner-up to mayonnaise, was called “overrated” by Gen Zers, according to the data analyzed by Rubix Foods. A new report shows what’s next … Read more
Ranch lovers should take a dip into breakfast. Nick Higgins, an exec at Hidden Valley Ranch’s parent company Clorox, has an unconventional way to eat the creamy and tangy ranch dip beyond celery, wings and chips. “I have to admit, as part of my job, I’ve tried ranch with some pretty unique things over the … Read more
Never heard of this hack? Time to ketchup. One savvy social mediaite recently had the Internet reaching for the bottle after sharing a savory hack that makes life that much easier for condiment lovers. Jordan_The_Stallion8, known for a series of popular life-explainer videos, teased out the seamless way to make a plastic Heinz bottle pour … Read more
Relish the fact that not all condiments are bad for you. Many people feel their meals aren’t complete without ketchup, mayo, mustard, hot sauce, ranch, soy sauce, seasonings, or other condiments. You may think that adding these flavor enhancers decreases the nutritional value, but some experts believe they can actually be worth their salt, so … Read more
They’re seeing double. Hidden Valley Ranch had fans reaching for the dressing-scented smelling salts after announcing a savory new collab this week, this time with “the only brand as serious about flavor” as they are — Hidden Valley Ranch. Together with, well, themselves, the brand is releasing Double Ranch — which, according to the press … Read more
Have we got a scoop for you. Brooklyn’s own popular Van Leeuwen has released a new, outlandish flavor of ice cream that melds the summer favorites of cornbread and barbecue sauce into an impressive, $10.50 pint that’s not for the faint of heart. Aptly named BBQ Gold Cornbread Crumble, it’s a home cookin’ of sweet … Read more
A hidden meaning in the label of one well-known ketchup brand has surprised social media, with many offering their idea behind the number. Heinz sauce bottles contain a “57 varieties” label on the bottle, with many speculating what it could mean. Some guessed it was because the company was founded in a year ending with … Read more
It’s time to ketchup on the debate. Do you keep your ketchup in the pantry, on the counter or in the fridge? Well, Heinz has finally set the record straight on where the beloved condiment should be stored to properly keep the tomato-y substance ripe and ready. Just in time for the summer season — … Read more
Fizz the season! On Tuesday, Pepsi announced its first-ever infused condiment, labeled “Colachup” — yes, you read that right — in honor of the Fourth of July. The sauce is meant to be the finishing touch on a hot dog, created with help from the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) Consulting, a business unit of the … Read more
There’s nothing new under the bun. Fixings for the traditional summer barbecue will once again put a strain on wallets as inflation-weary Americans fire up the grill this Memorial Day. Consumers can expect to pay an average of nearly 9% more than they did last year for a family-sized selection of barbecue essentials, including eight-count … Read more
Looks like Sir Kensington’s ketchup just couldn’t catch-up to the rest. On Tuesday, the 100% GMO-free condiment brand mustard up the courage to announce that they would be discontinuing both of their ketchup varieties — regular and spicy — known for omitting high-fructose corn syrup. In a dramatic post on Medium, Sir Kensington’s co-founder Scott … Read more