Travel north of the border and you'll often find Crown Royal whiskey touted by Canadian consumers over Jack Daniel's. Crown Royal, a Canadian company that first introduced its blended whiskey in 1939, has a product line that includes a number of varieties.
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Enjoying a night on the town leads to many choices, including the type and brand of alcohol to consume. If you favor vodka, Ciroc is a brand that might be in stock at your local bar.
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Sitting by the fireplace with a bowl of hot chili can take the chill off blustery winter weather. This southwest favorite, which often includes ground beef, beans and ingredients such as cumin and hot peppers, might date back to the ancient Aztecs, according to the International Chili Society.
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If you've enjoyed a noodle dish at a Chinese, Thai or Vietnamese restaurant, you've likely consumed cellophane noodles -- perhaps without even knowing their name. This type of noodle is thin and has a white, nestlike appearance but isn't the same as a rice noodle, which you can also find in Asian restaurants.
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Whether you visit a fancy steakhouse or a restaurant with a seafood buffet, you don't have to look hard to find a shrimp cocktail. Celebrated chef and food writer James Beard once called the shrimp cocktail the most popular appetizer in the country, according to an "Orlando Sentinel" article.
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It's tempting to order a cosmopolitan cocktail at a party, a bar or while catching the sun's rays on a restaurant patio.
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If you enjoy the salty crunch of potato chips, knowing the caloric value of the snack helps you stay within your meal plan. Some brands of chips, such as those that are popped instead of fried, provide a healthier alternative to traditional chips.
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You don't have to look far at the bakery to notice sesame seeds. These seeds provide visual appeal and a little extra nutrition to baked goods such as rolls, multi-grain bread and bagels.
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You've probably heard the saying "cool as a cucumber." This expression refers to someone's ability to remain calm, but it's also true that this green vegetable offers a cool, crisp taste. Whether you toss cucumber into a salad or serve it with a sandwich, cucumbers add taste and crunch to your meal.
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Whether you're making toast for breakfast or preparing a late-night sandwich after a night out, one of your first steps is to reach for a loaf of bread. If you aren't fond of the gummy texture of white bread, you might prefer using whole-wheat bread.
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From its humble start in 1960 in a single store in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to more than 9,000 locations across the world, as of publication time, Domino's Pizza has become a fixture in many U.S. cities.
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Sipping a beverage containing vodka or gin during an evening out with friends or after a long workweek can help you unwind. Although the serving size of either type of alcohol is significantly smaller than wine or beer, don't take the alcohol content or calories of vodka and gin lightly.
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If your pantry includes tuna, you're hardly alone. According to the National Fisheries Institute, consumers in the United States enjoy more than a million pounds of tuna annually.
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If you're not a fan of rum's strong flavor, mix it with cola to create a sweet, flavorful beverage that's easy to drink. If you’re concerned about the sugar and calories of Coca Cola, you can combine your chosen flavor of Captain Morgan with Diet Coke.
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Few scenarios represent the summer to the same degree as enjoying a refreshing ice cream cone on a sunny day. Visiting an ice cream shop requires you to pick not only your favorite flavor of ice cream but also your desired cone. Many shops also provide alternatives to traditional cones, including the waffle cone.
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If you enjoy a flavorful beverage rich in nutrients, the answer doesn't necessarily sit in a bottle or carton. With a juicer and a selection of your favorite fruits and vegetables, you can whip up a healthy drink that's not only healthy, but also easy to digest.
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Many people enjoy sipping a cup of coffee after a meal, but if you don't mind a highly concentrated coffee beverage, you might order an espresso. Often served 2 ounces at a time, espresso is made in a dedicated machine that brews the hot drink quickly and at a high temperature and elevated pressure.
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Whether you're celebrating a major promotion at work or offering a toast at your best friend's wedding, it's common to do so with a glass of champagne in your hand. This sparkling wine, known for its trademark cork pop, is best to enjoy in small sips.
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It might be tempting to skip breakfast in favor of beating morning rush hour, but it's not a myth that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a healthy breakfast gives you a burst of energy and helps you avoid overeating at lunch.
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Obesity among adolescents has increased since the dawn of the 21st century, but one way a 17-year-old can avoid weight-related health risks is to eat a balanced diet.
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