Emily Bibb
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Breakfast

Taste Test: Yopa! Greek Yogurt

It's official: Greek yogurt is now the reigning queen of the dairy aisle.

It's official: Greek yogurt is now the reigning queen of the dairy aisle. New brands have been sprouting left and right, and one of them is Yopa!, by the makers of YoCrunch. It bills itself as "authentic Greek nonfat yogurt," but how did it taste in comparison to other Greek-style yogurts on the market? To find out, we tasted three fruity classics — strawberry, blueberry, and black cherry — complete with an essential, crunchy granola (an added bonus on the package). Find out how Yopa! yogurt fared.

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Savory Sight: Spiced Mango Tea

A refreshing drink with a kick, this spiced mango tea from Food Fashion and Fun is easy to make and perfect for your next party.

A refreshing drink with a kick, this spiced mango tea from Food Fashion and Fun is easy to make and perfect for your next party.

Simple black tea is made party perfect with the splash of orange liqueur and mango nectar.

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

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Instagram Challenge: Life's a Picnic

It's been an early and hot Spring here on the West Coast; dare we say we can even spot Summer right around the bend?

It's been an early and hot Spring here on the West Coast; dare we say we can even spot Summer right around the bend? We're wasting no time toasting to the hot weather with outdoor lunches, back patio dinners, and weekend picnics galore. Case in point: the garden brunch we recently enjoyed at La Note.

Have you, like us, been enjoying your meals under the sun? If so, please share your best picnic- and patio-filled food memories with us! All you need to do is upload your photos to Instagram and include the hashtag #savorysight in your caption. Keep checking back, because you could be featured in a slideshow of our favorite submissions. And make sure to follow us on Instagram (@POPSUGARfood) for mouthwatering inspiration. If Instagram's not your thing, don't worry: you can still participate by sharing snaps of your dishes and drinks in our community, POPSUGAR Social.

Dessert

11 Darling Wedding Dessert Tables, From Rustic to Romantic

As foodies, we know you can never have too many sweets, making dessert tables the perfect complement to your wedding cake.

As foodies, we know you can never have too many sweets, making dessert tables the perfect complement to your wedding cake. In fact, these tables are increasingly becoming the star of the show, showcasing a couple's favorite treats. Keeping your theme and your love for sweets in mind, we found dessert tables fitting for all weddings. Whether you're the rustic or romantic type, rest assured your sweet tooth will be satisfied.

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25 Wedding Cakes That Are Anything but Traditional

Although florals and frills can make a grand impact on a wedding cake, so too can geometric shapes, mod detail, and other unexpected contemporary flourishes.

Although florals and frills can make a grand impact on a wedding cake, so too can geometric shapes, mod detail, and other unexpected contemporary flourishes. For the nontraditional couple, we've rounded up 25 eye-popping cakes that are guaranteed to serve guests an impressive bite. Take a peek and get inspired!

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Savory Sight: Wheat Pancakes With Pineapple Compote

These whole wheat pancakes from Foxes Love Lemons feature a simple, fruity compote to give a basic recipe added flavor and texture.

These whole wheat pancakes from Foxes Love Lemons feature a simple, fruity compote to give a basic recipe added flavor and texture.

Punch up pancakes with a quick "compote" using pineapple, ginger, ground cinnamon, and agave nectar for a fruit-filled dish you won't be able to resist.

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

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Wait, You Can Eat What at a Food Truck?!

We've seen food trucks become quite the place to satisfy your munchies — anytime, anywhere — and the movement keeps getting better.

We've seen food trucks become quite the place to satisfy your munchies — anytime, anywhere — and the movement keeps getting better. Ice cream and tacos now seem typical compared to some of the worldly bites these trucks have come to be known for. Curious to know exactly what lies beyond our local favorites, we took to Instagram to unveil the possibilities. One really can find anything the heart desires, from crème brûlée to lobster. Here are a few unexpected favorites we hope to see rolling through our town someday soon.

PS Have a favorite food truck you can't stop obsessing over? Snap a pic and share it by tagging your photos #savorysight and following @POPSUGARFood on Instagram. Your contributions may even end up featured here.

weekly recap

The Best of POPSUGAR Food This Week

Get to know this year's James Beard Award winners Throw a Great Gatsby party with a 1920s menu Taste-testing Starbucks's new Bavarian-style pretzels Try larb gai for a little taste of Thailand Five iced teas we're in love with right now Kick back with 5 bootlegged Gatsby beverages 22 wedding cake flavors you may want to consider .

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Pan-Seared Scallops: Easier Than You Think

Scallops are one of those ingredients that seem intimidating but are actually shockingly simple to make.

Scallops are one of those ingredients that seem intimidating but are actually shockingly simple to make. In this video, chef Taylor Boudreaux of Napa Valley Grille teaches us how easy it is to pan-sear scallops. The key to perfect doneness and plenty of flavor? Keeping a close watch and basting them in browned butter sauce. With a crisp, seared exterior and a soft, moist interior, this mild seafood dish pairs perfectly with a parsnip purée and a glass of white wine. Watch our video to learn how to make this elegant dish at home.

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A Pimm's Cup: The Unofficial Great Gatsby Cocktail

Gatsby-goers, enjoy happy hour with a 1920s twist and English flair by serving up a classic Pimm's Cup.

Gatsby-goers, enjoy happy hour with a 1920s twist and English flair by serving up a classic Pimm's Cup. A gin-based tipple with low alcohol content, this citrus cocktail is only complete when topped with fresh lemon, cucumber, and a sprig of mint. In honor of The Great Gatsby remake, here are the simple steps needed to cool down your Gatsby fever and stay refreshed all Summer long.

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Savory Sight: Vegan Monkey Bread

Between the aroma and the sugary dough, this recipe for vegan monkey bread by Whipped will quickly become a brunch essential.

Between the aroma and the sugary dough, this recipe for vegan monkey bread by Whipped will quickly become a brunch essential.

Although it tastes like a cinnamon roll, this monkey bread isn't just vegan, it's significantly lower in calories compared traditional monkey bread!

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

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A Great Gatsby Menu Worth the Hype

Whether you're looking to add a fun twist to your end-of-year celebration or are simply anticipating the upcoming film The Great Gatsby, look no further than this 1920s menu.

Whether you're looking to add a fun twist to your end-of-year celebration or are simply anticipating the upcoming film The Great Gatsby, look no further than this 1920s menu. Since we couldn't help but be inspired by the glitzy parties F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote of, here are a few recipes, ranging from the fresh zing of a mint julep to pigs in a blanket, that are sure to please. Throw on your fringe and host a party with vintage charm: this menu is sure to be one for the books!

Mint Julep

This frosty, tangy beverage is too good not to be enjoyed year-round. You can make a mint julep just like in the book by following this recipe. The sweet and potent drink is impressive yet easy to make, even for cocktail beginners.

Stuffed Mushrooms

Hors d'oeuvres like stuffed mushrooms are especially fitting for a 1920s fête with a glamorous air. This recipe incorporates a creamy spinach and artichoke filling, as well as a crunchy panko topping.

Keep reading for the rest of the 1920s party menu.

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Savory Sight: Spearmint Sun Tea

For a refreshing drink with a minty twist, try this easy recipe for spearmint sun tea by Food Fashion Fun.

For a refreshing drink with a minty twist, try this easy recipe for spearmint sun tea by Food Fashion Fun.

Once you've brewed your tea, simple additions like mint and lemon infuse the tea with summertime flavor.

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

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Savory Sight: Roasted Strawberry Mint Ice Cream

Nothing beats the heat like a bowl of homemade ice cream.

Nothing beats the heat like a bowl of homemade ice cream. Since strawberries are in season and the weather is starting to warm up, try this refreshing recipe by Running to the Kitchen.

Using coconut milk instead of cream, this recipe is a dairy free option that everyone will love!

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

recipes

Over 50 Phenomenal Recipes We Made This April

The month of April was all about celebrating Spring.

The month of April was all about celebrating Spring. Brunch classics, simple appetizers, and quick dinners lent themselves to easy entertaining and several new recipes. Although dishes like BBQ chicken and drop biscuits got us through the April showers, we'll be making them well throughout the year. Check out the recipes that kept us busy in the kitchen and try a few for yourself!

— Additional reporting by Anna Monette Roberts

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10 Social Snaps From the Food World This Week

From Easter brunch to baseball season, there was no shortage of good food for our favorite celebrity chefs.

From Easter brunch to baseball season, there was no shortage of good food for our favorite celebrity chefs. This week cooks like Jamie Oliver and Chris Cosentino tweeted away with mouthwatering photos of what they were up to in the kitchen. Pizza and cupcakes were just a few of the snaps that made us hungry. In case you missed them, check out these foodie pics of the week!

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12 Social Snaps From Celebrity Chefs This Week

You'd think that coming off the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, top chefs would enjoy some downtime away from the kitchen, but that wasn't the case!

You'd think that coming off the South Beach Wine and Food Festival, top chefs would enjoy some downtime away from the kitchen, but that wasn't the case! This week, our favorite celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay and Jamie Oliver tweeted away with mouthwatering photos of what they were up to in the kitchen. Fresh lobster and french fries were just a few of the foodie snaps from these cooks. In case you missed them in your own streams, check out these enticing social-shared pics of the week.

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Serve Up a Fiesta That's Both Spicy and Sweet

When it comes to celebrating, there's nothing like serving up a Mexican-themed menu and a margarita (or two!).

When it comes to celebrating, there's nothing like serving up a Mexican-themed menu and a margarita (or two!). Using fresh ingredients and spices, Mexican dishes are never short on flavor and depth. Covering everything from strawberry margaritas to pork carnitas, we've created a Mexican-inspired menu, so you and your guests can fine dine — fiesta style!

Frozen Strawberry Margaritas

Margaritas are a must at any Mexican-themed fiesta. Instead of whipping up a traditional recipe, try this strawberry rendition. Using classic elements like lime, agave, and orange liqueur — along with fresh strawberries and plenty of ice — will hit the spot. Consider añejo tequila — it imbues the cocktail with a smoother, more subtle flavor that your guests will love!

Bacon Guacamole

Guacamole is an essential appetizer. Take this classic Mexican-style dish to another level by adding bacon (yes, bacon!), an unlikely combination that's sure to please. With its creamy, crunchy texture and chipotle kick, this bacon guacamole recipe will be devoured in minutes.

The rest of the menu is after the break.