How can you get the best flavor from your hot chocolate? Apparently it's not the type of cocoa you use, but the color of the cup you're drinking from.
Next time you grab a mug to make yourself some sweet, delicious hot cocoa, take an extra second to choose an orange or cream-colored cup.
Researchers from the Polytechnic University of Valencia and the University of Oxford prepared hot chocolate in four differently colored cups: red, white, orange and cream.
When they fed it to 57 subjects, the testers reported a better taste from the orange and cream cups.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:19 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:19:16 GMT
If you are looking for a cookie form of summers refreshing watermelon, then the wait is over.
By: Zoe Sobel, FOX32 News Intern(Chicago) If you are looking for a cookie form of summers refreshing watermelon, then the wait is over. Meet the watermelon Oreo which is the newest member of their limited-edition
Amy Le started out behind the wheel at Duck-N-Roll. Now she's bringing some Asian-Latin spice to Chicago's financial district with her new restaurant Saucy Porka. Ever heard of a "baco?"
Amy Le started out behind the wheel at Duck-N-Roll. Now she's bringing some Asian-Latin spice to Chicago's financial district with her new restaurant Saucy Porka. Ever heard of a "baco?"
Did you know Americans eat nearly 12 lbs of strawberries per person a year? Today is National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Chef Michael Lachowicz of Driscoll's Strawberries shared a twist on the classic favorite.
Did you know Americans eat nearly 12 lbs of strawberries per person a year? Today is National Strawberry Shortcake Day! Chef Michael Lachowicz of Driscoll's Strawberries shared a twist on the classic favorite.
Father's Day is Sunday. If you don't want to get dad the usual tie or golf balls, why not get him a sweet treat? Sweet Delivery's Amy DiTomasso suggests custom gift boxes filled with unique candy!
Father's Day is Sunday. If you don't want to get dad the usual tie or golf balls, why not get him a sweet treat? Sweet Delivery's Amy DiTomasso suggests custom gift boxes filled with unique candy!
Carol Himmel, chef and co-owner of Himmel's Chicago, showed what her restaurant is serving for frühschoppen this Father's Day. It's the German version of brunch, and it's delicious!
Carol Himmel, chef and co-owner of Himmel's Chicago, showed what her restaurant is serving for frühschoppen this Father's Day. It's the German version of brunch, and it's delicious!
Primehouse Chef Rick Gresh likes to work with wood and metal when he isn't grilling up delicious entrees in the kitchen. He asked himself, why not combine some dads' favorite things, tools and food, for this Father's Day?
Primehouse Chef Rick Gresh likes to work with wood and metal when he isn't grilling up delicious entrees in the kitchen. He asked himself, why not combine some dads' favorite things, tools and food, for this Father's Day?
Hoosier Mama Pie Company's Paula Haney showed Good Day Chicago how to make amazing seasonal pies with ingredients you can find at local farmer's markets - sweet and savory tips from one of the best!
Hoosier Mama Pie Company's Paula Haney showed Good Day Chicago how to make amazing seasonal pies with ingredients you can find at local farmer's markets - sweet and savory tips from one of the best!
Mick Klug grows and sells produce at farmers markets. Bistro Campagne Chef Adam Dittmer cooks them at the Lincoln Square restaurant. You can find them at the Lincoln Square Evening Farmer's Market beginning June 6
Mick Klug grows and sells produce at farmers markets. Bistro Campagne Chef Adam Dittmer cooks them at the Lincoln Square restaurant. You can find them at the Lincoln Square Evening Farmer's Market beginning June 6.
Mick Klug grows and sells produce at farmers markets. Bistro Campagne Chef Adam Dittmer cooks them at the Lincoln Square restaurant. You can find them at the Lincoln Square Evening Farmer's Market beginning June 6
Mick Klug grows and sells produce at farmers markets. Bistro Campagne Chef Adam Dittmer cooks them at the Lincoln Square restaurant. You can find them at the Lincoln Square Evening Farmer's Market beginning June 6.
Wicker Park's The Smoke Daddy features great Chicago grilling experts. They joined FOX 32 News at Noon to showcase what they'll serve this Memorial Day weekend and share some grilling tips.
Wicker Park's The Smoke Daddy features great Chicago grilling experts. They joined FOX 32 News at Noon to showcase what they'll serve this Memorial Day weekend and share some grilling tips.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:13:21 GMT
A car crashed into a building on 2nd Avenue and East 4th Street in the East Village on Wednesday morning. At least eight people were injured, three in serious condition, according to FDNY officials.
A car jumped the curb on 2nd Avenue and East 4th Street in the East Village on Wednesday morning injuring eight people. Witnesses say the Nissan was traveling at a high speed before it took out the store front, trees, bicycles, a light post and a fire hydrant.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:30 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:30:41 GMT
Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling all Innova, California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Mother Nature and Karma branded dry pet food and biscuit, bar, and treat products with expiration dates prior to June 10, 2014, because of a positive Salmonella test.
Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling all Innova, California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Mother Nature and Karma branded dry pet food and biscuit, bar, and treat products with expiration dates prior to June 10, 2014, because of a positive Salmonella test.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:07 AM EDT2013-06-19 11:07:13 GMT
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Riders should anticipate some changes but "near normal" service on the Long Island Rail Road for the morning rush.
Riders should anticipate some changes but "near normal" service on the Long Island Rail Road for the morning rush. Crews have been working to repair tracks and switches after Monday's derailment.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:12 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:12:52 GMT
A senior administration official says Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders have struck a deal to authorize four upstate casinos and to allow votes on 10 separate women's rights bills including an abortion...
A senior administration official says Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders have struck a deal to authorize four upstate casinos and to allow votes on 10 separate women's rights bills including an abortion proposal...
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:07 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:07:22 GMT
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Nearly 3 million New Yorkers' homes are now in evacuation zones that cover more than a third of the city's population, under new maps released Tuesday.
Nearly 3 million New Yorkers' homes are now in evacuation zones that cover more than a third of the city's population, under new maps released Tuesday.In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, officials said last month, the number of zones would double and encompass about 600,000 more residents.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:50:52 GMT
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Emergency responders rescued a worker who was trapped when a trench collapsed Tuesday evening at a Queens construction site that was supposed to be closed.
Emergency responders rescued a worker who was trapped when a trench collapsed Tuesday evening at a Queens construction site that was supposed to be closed.
