Restaurant, Food &amp; Drink News in Hilton Head and Bluffton

I Stopped Frying Bacon On The Stove and Used This 9 Minute Trick

Frying bacon in a skillet means standing at the stove, wiping down grease splatters, and scrubbing a pan afterward. This microwave method skips all of that. A full package of bacon is done in about 9 minutes, using nothing but a plate and paper towels.

Greg Wilson, CFA

22 Affordable Essentials to Stockpile for Emergencies Now

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Margaret Minnicks

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Update on Mia Bieniemy's progress after being shot by her son on Sunday in her Virginia home

Mia Bieniemy, wife of Kansas City Chiefs coach Eric Bieniemy, is out of intensive care and making progress, according to a statement released by the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Ashburn, VA · 9d

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I Stopped Making Homemade Dumplings and Used This Can Instead For A Shortcut

This chicken and dumplings recipe goes straight into the slow cooker, which means the oven stays off from start to finish. Boneless, skinless chicken breast simmers for hours in a creamy sauce made from cream of chicken soup, cream of celery soup, and chicken broth, then canned biscuit dough gets dropped on top at the end to turn into soft, pillowy dumplings.

Greg Wilson, CFA

Could Food Shortages Be Coming? 20 Essential Items to Stock Up On Now

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Homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake: Moist, Rich & Fruity

Some recipes have that instant save-it-for-later feeling, and homemade Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake: Moist, Rich & Fruity is exactly that kind of recipe. It has a name that makes you picture real flavor before you even start cooking: cozy, homemade, and easy to share, with enough personality to stand out in a busy feed. This is the sort of dish that fits the moments people actually cook for, whether that means a relaxed weekend bite, something special to bring to the table, or a dependable recipe to keep nearby when the usual routine needs a little more excitement. It feels familiar in the best way while still promising a result that people will remember.

CJ Coombs

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Thirteen-year-old Angela Meeker, missing since 1979 in Tacoma: She was going to buy a birthday card

Angela Mae "Angie" Meeker has been missing from Tacoma, Washington (Pierce County), since July 7, 1979, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Her photo above is an age-progressed likeness of how she might have looked at 51, though she would now be 61.

Tacoma, WA · 19d

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Before You Buy Cucumbers, Here Are 5 Things You Should Know

Before you head to the store to purchase some cucumbers, here are 5 things that you should know. 1. What Types of Cucumbers Can You Find at the Store?. There are 3 main types of cucumbers that you can find in grocery stores these days. The classic cucumber is long, green, mostly straight, but slightly curved. It is what most of us think of first when we think of cucumbers. They have small seeds on the inside that aren't fully developed. If the cucumber had been allowed to continue to grow on the vine, the seeds would be further developed and ready to be the next cucumber.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

24 Habits People Over 60 Should Stop Doing (Before It Is Too Late)

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Rotel Chicken Spaghetti Is My Dump and Go Dinner On A Hot Summer Day

This Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is built for the nights when there's no time to stand over a stove. The slow cooker handles the chicken, the sauce, and most of the work, leaving just a pot of pasta to boil before dinner is ready.

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I Stopped Using Crackers In My Meatloaf and Put In A Box Of This Instead

This meatloaf using stuffing mix rarely makes it to the fridge in one piece. Made with ground beef, boxed stuffing mix, and a sweet ketchup glaze, it comes together in one bowl and bakes in about an hour, the kind of meal that gets a second helping before the first plates are even cleared.

David Heitz

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How smoking marijuana keeps your house clean

The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. You may have heard about people using stimulants to motivate them to clean the house. But many people find that smoking marijuana also can lead to spotless floors, shiny mirrors and clean end tables.

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I Brought Cookie Salad To One Potluck—Now Nobody Lets Me Bring Anything Else

Creamy vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped topping, juicy mandarin oranges, sweet pineapple, and crunchy cookies come together in the kind of Midwestern classic that somehow lands between side dish and dessert. Every spoonful is cool, creamy, fruity, and packed with crisp cookie pieces that soften just enough without disappearing completely. The citrus keeps the mixture bright, the pudding makes it velvety, and those chocolate-striped cookies turn an ordinary bowl of fruit into the one dish everyone recognizes from church suppers and family reunions. It is playful, nostalgic, and exactly the kind of recipe that makes people smile before they even take the first bite.

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This Creamy Chicken Casserole Is So Cozy, Nobody Will Miss the Carbs

Tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and wilted spinach come together beneath a creamy, bubbling sauce in the kind of one-pan dinner that makes the whole kitchen smell comforting. The chicken stays juicy, the mushrooms turn deeply savory, and the spinach melts into every cheesy, velvety bite. As the casserole bakes, the top becomes golden and lightly crisp around the edges while the center stays rich and saucy. It is warm, satisfying, and packed with familiar flavors, yet it skips the heavy pasta or rice that usually weighs a casserole down.

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I Never Could Get Tender Pork Chops, Until I Learned To Cook Them Like This

These boneless pork chops are seasoned with a simple spice blend, seared in a hot skillet, and finished with a butter and thyme baste. From start to finish, they're ready in 20 minutes, making them an easy option for a weeknight dinner.

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3 Fruits to Buy and 3 to Skip at Costco Right Now

If you are shopping at Costco this month, here are 3 fruits that I recommend buying this month and 3 that I recommend skipping. Out of all the fruits that are in Costco stores this month, this is the one I would not hesitate to grab, whatever the price is. These cherries are like Rainier cherries but they are sweeter, have more flavor, and have the most crisp texture of any cherry you are going to find this season. The cherries look like a Rainier cherry. They are grown in Washington.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

Stop Eating These 19 Foods Once You Turn 50 (Even If They Are Delicious)

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This Hearty Cabbage Soup Is So Cozy, Your Soup Pot May Become a Permanent Fixture

Tender cabbage, savory ground beef, tomatoes, and warm seasonings simmer together in a deeply comforting soup that tastes like the kind of meal Grandma made when everyone needed warming up. The beef adds rich, satisfying flavor, while the cabbage softens into silky ribbons that soak up every bit of the seasoned broth. Tomatoes bring gentle sweetness and acidity, and the whole pot turns hearty, steamy, and wonderfully fragrant as it cooks. It is rustic, filling, and packed with the kind of simple ingredients that somehow taste even better after they have had time to mingle.

Thomas Smith

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Americans Are Changing How They Grocery Shop After the Biggest Price Increase in 50 Years

For millions of Americans, a trip to the grocery store no longer begins with a shopping list. It begins with a strategy. Shoppers are comparing prices across multiple stores, replacing familiar national brands with cheaper alternatives and planning meals around weekly promotions. Some are buying less meat, avoiding impulse purchases or leaving products on the shelf when the price feels unreasonable.

Greg Wilson, CFA

30 Foods You Should Avoid Refrigerating and What Happens If You Do

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Dianna Carney

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Easy-Going 6-lb Little Dog Saved From Shelter Awaits His Happily Ever After

Argos, a 10-year-old, 6-pound senior dog rescued from a Texas shelter, is now “fully vetted and ready to find his retirement home,” according to Small Dog Rescue of New England. In its introduction of Argos, the organization emphasizes both his age and temperament, calling him “a senior guy saved from the shelter in TX” and adding that “if you are looking for an easy going guy, look no further.” The nonprofit says Argos is currently in a foster home in Texas and “doing well,” and the organization is asking the public to share his adoption post to help him find a permanent home in the Northeast.

Texas · 11d

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Don't Throw Away Your Corn Cobs Until You Read This

When you finish eating that fresh summer corn on the cob, save the cobs. I am going to share several ways you can use them that you may have not have thought of before. When you finish eating the cobs that come with the corn, they most likely go into your garbage or compost if you do that. But the cobs actually do have some use beyond just holding the kernels. Here is a list of ways you can use them:

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Greg Wilson, CFA

13 Really Healthy Foods That Most People Refuse To Eat

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Dianna Carney

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Local Pup Looking For New Home After Owner Did Not Want to Give Proper Vet Care

A local and dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), would like you to meet Carl, a joyful young pup who recently came into their care. According to the rescue, “Poor Carl was found roaming the streets of Tennessee with a bad leg. His owner was eventually located, but didn't want to give him the vet care he needed, so they surrendered him to the pound. Carl is looking for a second chance at an active home, and he hopes you'll give it to him!”

Massachusetts · 6d

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The One Thing I Always Check Before Buying Blueberries

When shopping for fresh blueberries there is one thing that I always look for before I put a container into my basket or cart. Right now is a great time to be buying blueberries in the store. We are in the peak blueberry season for much of the northern half of the country. That means the berries are cheaper and they are fresher. If you live in that part of the country, the blueberries aren't traveling very far.

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