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Source: Makin' Bacon: 10 Amazing Bacon Dishes

International Bacon Day inspired us to turn to ham's smokier, crispier, and more delicious cousin for a little meal inspiration. From breakfast to salads to pasta, bacon really does make everything better. Get sizzlin' and read on!

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Source: What's the Most You're Willing to Spend on Street Food?

We spent last weekend at the San Francisco Street Food Festival and didn't walk away with too much damage to our pockets, but that could be changing. According to SFoodie, the latest event to hit San Francisco is a Street Eats Benefit Gala that'll set attendees back as much as $225.

The price tag - which is awfully steep to pay for something coming out of a cart or a truck - got me thinking about what the price ceiling is when it comes to street food. What seems like a reasonable amount to pay for offerings such as banh mi tacos and caramelized s'mores? I don't think I would spend more than $12 on any single item I've ever seen come out of a food truck. Do you, like me, have a magic number?


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Source: Tips For Creating the Ultimate Cheese Spread

When it comes to appetizers, there's one quick and easy item that can be enjoyed year round: cheese. For impromptu entertaining, a cheese spread is the ideal starter, be it a Fall brunch or Summer cocktail party. The best thing about a cheese display is that it involves no cooking; it's a completely assembled dish. However, in order to put together a harmonious and delicious cheese board, there are some things to consider. Here's what you should think about when assembling your next cheese plate:

• A traditional cheese board has a variety of flavors, textures, ages, and colors. From mild to extra sharp, crumbly to hard, raw to aged, white to blue, choose a wide range of cheeses.
• Although it depends on how many people you're serving, generally select three to five cheeses.
• If desired, let your selection be dictated by a theme. An assortment of cheese from Italy (ricotta, pecorino, gorgonzola, etc.) is a tasty start to an

Source: 5 Fast-Casual Chains to Look Out For

Last week, the quick-service industry was buzzing with speculation about In-N-Out Burger: based on the comments of at least one insider, In-N-Out may finally be expanding to the Southwestern part of the country.
Regardless of what the California burger chain has in store, it's undeniable that there's plenty of growth in fast-casual chains right now. While traditional fast-food companies like Burger King are struggling, a number of smaller, newer chains are blowing up across the country. Here are a five eateries to watch out for.

• Dunkin' Donuts: After years of customer begging and pleading (and a very successful IPO), Dunkin' Donuts is finally heading west. Although it plans to open 250 more stores in America in the next two years, it also hopes to bring its cocoa yeast doughnuts and sausage pancake bites to countries like India as well.
• The Melt: Flip founder Jonathan Kaplan made waves this Summer when he announced plans to

Source: Brown-Bag: Leftover Lunch Delights

Whether or not you're on a tight budget, bringing your lunch to work is a great option. Instead of having to throw something together in a frenzy in the morning, these lunches can be made in advance and will stand up to the fridge overnight. These options are delicious dinners that are twice as good the next day. Brown-bag it up with these 10 recipes for make-ahead bliss.

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Source: 10 Things to Make With Fresh Basil

One of the undeniable perks of Summer is basil's abundant availability, and its tendency to have a sweeter flavor and more tender leaves when it's in season. Although it'd be easy to spend all Summer using it in classic preparations like tricolor Caprese salad and fresh pesto, there are plenty of other uses for the herb, too. Our picks for best basil dishes when you keep reading.

1. Herb Butter: Extend the life of your leftover basil by making a compound butter out of herbs, garlic, and seasoning.Extend the life of your leftover basil by making a compound butter out of herbs, garlic, and seasoning.
2. Honey-Basil Grilled Cheese: Don't overlook the herb factor when dreaming up new sandwich creations, like this dreamy lunch we made with tomatoes, fontina, honey, and basil.
3. Mango Caprese Salad: Love Caprese salad and all its variations? Then try another: tart-sweet mango in place of ripe tomatoes in this fruit-forward riff on the salad.

Source: 5 Food Network Shows We Can't Wait to Watch

It's no surprise that we are big fans of Food Network around here. While our FN staples like Bobby Flay, Giada De Laurentiis, and Paula Deen will always hold a special place in our hearts, we're excited for the new crew that will take our screens by storm this Fall. Some are more well-known TV personalities and others you may not have heard of yet, but all five are sure to inspire your culinary chops. Take a peek at the five fresh faces on Food Network we can't wait to watch!

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Source: 10 Vegan Recipes Bill Clinton Would Love

Since none other than Bill Clinton recently came out as a proud vegan, on this beautiful meatless Monday, we've decided to highlight some of our favorite delectable recipes that are vegan-friendly. People who have taken on this lifestyle rave about the physical and mental benefits. Have you ever considered a vegan diet? These 10 dishes might urge you to make the ultimate plunge and say bye-bye to meat and dairy!

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