Who needs a piñata when you can treat yourself to this colorful pico de gallo shrimp cocktail, courtesy of eatspinrunrepeat?

Pico de gallo shrimp cocktails are a perfect appetizer for Spring and Summer. I've put a Mexican twist on the traditional shrimp cocktail.

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To honor 50 years of being in business, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has released its new limited edition Birthday Cake Ice Blended ($4) drink, out starting today and available until Sept. 2. We've seen a slew of cake batter ice creams and frozen yogurts, so we were excited by the prospect of a cake-flavored frozen beverage from the makers of the Original Ice Blended Drink. Keep reading to see our review.

If you elevate them with Asian pantry staples, sloppy joes can be classy too. Just ask dmash.

It turns out that when you mix together green onions, a little soy sauce, ginger, tomato paste, brown sugar, and ground beef, you’re in for the tastiest Asian-inspired sandwich ever.

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There are some pretty scary mock meats out there, but here's a new one that claims it doesn't compromise flavor or texture: Beyond Meat Chicken-Free Strips ($5). These strips, which are sold at Whole Foods nationwide, are being touted as gluten-free and protein-rich (about 18 grams for 3 ounces). They've even garnered praise from the likes of Mark Bittman, who claims he was "fooled badly" in a blind tasting. But let's get to the real heart of the matter: is this product, made primarily of non-GMO soy and pea protein, just a science experiment of sorts, or is it really worth eating?

We're looking at our new favorite Summer sandwich, courtesy of FoxesLoveLemons.

This sandwich is something my friend from culinary school would call "Lori Food." In our two years in school, he quickly learned my favorite dishes and ingredients and noticed how I tried to sneak them into everything. Goat cheese, basil, red peppers, things made into sandwiches — these are all "Lori Food."

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If you've tried it all — resealable baggies, plastic containers from delis, and even mini shampoo bottles — but haven't yet found the best way to pack salad dressing for lunch, then try these three mini containers and bottles, made from plastic, silicone, and glass. They're guaranteed to be food-safe, durable, and, most importantly, spill-free.

Nalgene Leakproof Jars ($2) — The makers of the BPA-free plastic water bottles also make these mini leakproof jars with a screw lid that hold just enough salad dressing for lunch.

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Before my nose fully reached the countertop, my grandmother would show me how to fry up a piece of bacon just to render the bacon fat for my favorite lady pea recipe. After all, the Southern attitude is of the "who needs spices or herbs when bacon's flavor will saturate and perfect just about any dish?" mentality. I've maintained that perspective in my kitchen today, and urge you to do the same. If you've been prone to toss out the liquid gold after frying up a few pieces of bacon, for goodness' sake, stop! Let me show you how to handle, store, and use bacon grease.

Ah, the days of dorm-room eating: you remember eating dorm-room meals consisting of ramen noodles, frozen dinners, potato chips, and canned soup. Likewise, you know what essential tools a tiny dorm kitchenette needs.

Give the graduating high school student in your life these essential tools — and as a bonus, pass on your tried-and-true dorm-room hacks (yes, you can microwave cake). While it's unlikely that fancy meals will emerge from a minimicrowave, you know they'll be appreciative of a reliable set of plates and an old-fashioned can opener.

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Thecondochef shows us that blueberry jam doesn't just belong on toast.

Mango, blueberry jam, and apple-cinnamon granola parfait: Easy Summer cooler for this sweltering heat!

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