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Weekday Change-Up: Easy, Tasty, Exotic Philippine Pancit

2026-08-19
By: Maggie
On: August 19, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food, Food Tips

It’s as common in Philippine homes and diners as eggs for breakfast or a sandwich for lunch in North America or Europe. It comes in a vast array of types suitable for different mealtimes, but real Pancit always includes a protein, rice noodles and vegetables…Read More →

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Wendy’s Dethroned As 2nd Largest US Burger Chain!

2026-08-18
By: Maggie
On: August 18, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

The Fast Food Brand rankings don’t change often. And when they do, it’s big news. So we added an extra post to today’s menu to give you the straight-up low-down on how Burger King has pushed Wendy’s out of second place for the first time in 6 years…Read More →

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‘Maxxing’ A ‘Max-Bad’ Idea On Any Nutrition Or Health Issue

2026-08-18
By: Maggie
On: August 18, 2026
In: Food News, Food Tips, Foodie Life Lessons

The ‘more is better’ myth is gaining traction again, among folks who want to optimize their health through food and supplements. Advice on Maxxing is all over the online world, but doctors warn much of it is unhelpful, and even unhealthy…Read More →

Over-Hyped Foods We All Got Sucked In On

2026-08-18
By: Maggie
On: August 18, 2026
In: Food Tips, Foodie Life Lessons

A week or so ago, a Redditor asked, “What’s the most overhyped food in America that everyone pretends is amazing?” Bored Panda decided to monitor the responses. And came away amazed. More than 6,000 replies in just a few hours!Read More →

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Weekday Change-Up: Easy, Cozy Chicken Egg-Drop Soup

2026-08-18
By: Maggie
On: August 18, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

Today we present a simple, satisfying, healthy meal you can whip-up in minutes. Egg Drop Soup is whimsical, hearty and fun to make. There’s a legend that says it’s hard to prepare. We’re going to debunk that silly superstition forthwith…Read More →

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Healthy Eating Can Be Fun, Fulfilling And Easy For Anybody!

2026-08-17
By: Maggie
On: August 17, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips, Foodie Life Lessons

I’ve learned something in the past year. Something very important, and eye-opening. Healthy eating need not be tedious, bland, repetitive or uninspiring. There are lots of ways to eat better without sacrificing your love of food. Or your budget…Read More →

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Beverage Makers Embrace ‘Functional’ Ingredients

2026-08-17
By: Maggie
On: August 17, 2026
In: Food News, Foodie Life Lessons

All the major beverage brands have already jumped on the ‘Functional’ bandwagon. It’s definitely the Next Frontier in recreational drinks – both fizzy and plain. But how far will they go? And will they remove or replace unheathy ingredients?Read More →

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Weekday Change-Up: Quick, Easy, Exotic 30-Minute Bulgogi

2026-08-17
By: Maggie
On: August 17, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

‘Bulgogi’ should sound familiar to faithful readers of the Fab Food Blog. It’s sort of a pet project of mine. I’m still trying to popularize it among Western diners. Without ruining it. Bulgogi is a rich, deep, flavourful, mild Kor-ean grilled Beef dish…Read More →

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