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Bear breaks into people’s home to steal their KFC

<p dir="ltr">A man in California was in for quite a surprise when he arrived home to a bear in his kitchen. Not just that, but the bear was helping itself to his KFC!</p> <p dir="ltr">Sierra Madre resident John Holden found the bear in his kitchen, and said there was at least one other bear in the house and a third outside. He told ABC7, "I've had a lot of other encounters with them. I've actually had them bump into me a couple times in the backyard, but definitely never in the house like that.”</p> <p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WdMEWlEmESo" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></p> <p dir="ltr">He said that the bears made a mess of his house, and he finally got them to leave by making loud noises. Despite that, they simply retreated to his backyard, lazing around after what was obviously a filling meal.</p> <p dir="ltr">The Californian city of Sierra Madre is in Los Angeles County, in the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley, below the southern edge of the Angeles National Forest. What that means is that bear sightings aren’t particularly uncommon, although catching them eating KFC certainly remains a rare occurrence.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a rel="noopener" href="https://abc7.com/bear-san-dimas-school-lockdown/11173375/" target="_blank">Just last week</a>, a bear wandered around the grounds of an elementary school in San Dimas, before making itself comfortable in a tree at a nearby home. That bear was tranquilised, caught, and released into the wild. A cub was also spotted near the elementary school, but its whereabouts are unknown. Wildlife officials believe the adult was a mother bear looking for the cub.</p> <p dir="ltr">Black bears are the only species of bear native to California, but they come in a number of colours, ranging from solid black to shades of brown. The last California grizzly bear, the bear found on the Californian state flag, was seen in 1924.</p>

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University students jailed after finding KFC loophole

<p>A group of Chinese university students have been sentenced to up to two and a half years in jail after they found a loophole to receive AUD $40,000 worth of KFC.</p> <p>The university students from east China’s Jiangsu Province scammed KFC through their mobile apps,<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202105/1223171.shtml" target="_blank">the<span> </span><em>Global Times</em><span> </span>reports.</a></p> <p>The group obtained free KFC meals and made profits by reselling it.</p> <p>In total, the fast food giant had economic losses equating to 200,000 yuan ($40,000).</p> <p>One student discovered that through his WeChat account, he could get meals and coupons without fronting up the money.</p> <p>The young person would sell coupons as well as meals to make a profit.</p> <p>He would also order meals for himself.</p> <p>In the time period between April and October 2018, his dealings led for the company to lose over 58,000 yuan ($11,000).</p> <p>The other students that were part of the elaborate scam had losses that ranged from 8,900 yuan ($1700) to 47,000 yuan ($9400) each.</p> <p>The court ruled the main instigator, whose last name is Xu, would be given a two-and-a-half-year jail sentence, along with a 6000 yuan ($1200) fine.</p> <p>They were charged for “crimes of fraud and imparting criminal methods”.</p> <p>The other four scammers were sentenced from 15 months to two years in jail.</p> <p>They were also fined between 1000 yuan ($200) and 4000 yuan ($800).</p>

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KFC patrons get surprise of their life after Prince William visits

<div class="post_body_wrapper"> <div class="post_body"> <div class="body_text redactor-styles redactor-in"> <p>Prince William surprised some unexpecting KFC diners after he said hello through the glass at a London KFC.</p> <p>He was on the way to an engagement with his wife, Kate Middleton, and walked past the outlet.</p> <p>He stopped to say hi to a woman through the glass in a window seat of the store, according to photographers.</p> <p>A member of staff was visibly shocked but someone ordering at a touch screen was oblivious to who was outside.</p> <p>The takeaway chain later took to Twitter to joke about the incident, saying Prince William, or "His Royal Thighness" as they call him in one tweet, "can't wait to be wing".</p> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr">William whispered quietly to himself; <br /><br />“Oh, I just can’t wait to be wing” <a href="https://t.co/oKlQPiV3YJ">pic.twitter.com/oKlQPiV3YJ</a></p> — KFC UK &amp; Ireland (@KFC_UKI) <a href="https://twitter.com/KFC_UKI/status/1318547339573940225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 20, 2020</a></blockquote> <p>The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were in Waterloo to see one of the sites featuring the Duchess of Cambridge's Hold Still community exhibition, with 112 sites around the UK showcasing shots from the digital photo exhibit.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="post-action-bar-component-wrapper"> <div class="post-actions-component"> <div class="upper-row"></div> </div> </div>

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Michelin impossible: Why this outback KFC restaurant is chasing the highest food honour

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A KFC restaurant in Alice Springs, Northern Territory is pushing for one of the highest international dining honours available: A Michelin Star.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sam Edelman, who owns the Alice Springs KFC, told </span><a href="https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/bangkok-thailand-30-mg-price-2018-1044552979?src=mTnFWWy_AkbDyqiK7wAn_w-1-2&amp;studio=1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yahoo News Australia</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> he runs the “most remote KFC in the world” and meets the criteria for the star.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> “My store serves people who travel from 500 to 1000km away,” Mr Edelman said.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“That’s part of the criteria - the food is worth a detour, worth a journey to enjoy.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Edelman came up with the idea after watching a documentary on Netflix.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In order to get a Michelin star, the restaurant has to use quality products, have a “mastery of flavour and cooking techniques”, the chefs must have personality, it should be value for money and the food has to be consistent.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, the guide for the star has been met with criticism as people think it’s biased towards French cuisine and technique.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In 2016, it awarded a star to a cheap Singapore street food outlet known for a braised chicken dish in a welcome break from tradition.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Edelman is hoping to get the attention of the Michelin judges to a variety of quality restaurants across Australia.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“It’s a bit of Michelin: Impossible, but let’s make it possible,” he said.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“As I say to my staff sometimes, ‘bucket, why not?’”</span></p>

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The secret that makes KFC’s fried chicken so crunchy

<p>Not all fried chicken is created equal.<br /><br />Below, KFC's secret recipe to drumstick perfection is revealed.</p> <div class="view view-article-slider view-id-article_slider view-display-id-article_slider_block view-dom-id-dd28f7ccf28aa8571c06db372d2237a1"> <div class="view-content"> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>Make crispy chicken. Never leave the house again</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>Nothing says comfort food quite like a bucket of fried chicken.</p> <p>But few places do it better than the aptly-named Kentucky Fried Chicken, especially when paired with creamy mashed potatoes and a buttery biscuit.</p> <p>What sets Kentucky Fried Chicken apart from the rest? It’s how crispy they’re able to make their chicken.</p> <p>Now, you can recreate KFC’s secret recipe at home by following the steps below.</p> <p>We bet you won’t even be able to taste a difference.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>Break out the 11 secret herbs and spices</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>To really nail the traditional flavor of Kentucky Fried Chicken, it’s all about their 11-spice seasoning blend.</p> <p>Combine KFC’s secret recipe for its breading with two cups of flour to thoroughly coat your chicken pieces after dipping in an egg and milk wash.</p> <p>2/3 tablespoon salt<br />3 tablespoons white pepper<br />1 tablespoon black pepper<br />1/2 tablespoon basil<br />1 tablespoon celery salt<br />1 tablespoon dried mustard<br />2 tablespoons garlic salt<br />1 tablespoon ground ginger<br />1/3 tablespoon oregano<br />4 tablespoons paprika<br />1/2 tablespoon thyme</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>Fry immediately</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>Some insist that you should let the coated chicken sit before frying.</p> <p>Not at KFC—their rule is “from flour to fryer.”</p> <p>If the chicken is left to sit, the breading will soften for a less-than-crispy result and the skin will fall off the chicken too easily.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>All about the fryer</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>KFC swears by high temperature, industrial-strength pressure fryers for their extra-crispy skin.</p> <p>While you won’t be able at deep fry with your at home pressure cooker, you can still recreate the KFC crunch with a deep fryer, a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot.</p> <p>Simply heat your oil to 350 or 360 degrees and leave each piece in for exactly 12 minutes.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>The real secret ingredient</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>According to Ron Douglas, author of <em>America’s Most Wanted Recipes</em>, the real key to the perfect crispy texture is one thing: Accent, which is monosodium glutamate (MSG) flavour enhancer.</p> <p>You can add this into your seasoning mix before breading or sprinkle it on the chicken after frying.</p> <p>Regardless, it’s a must.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="views-field views-field-field-slides"> <div class="field-content"> <div class="field-collection-view clearfix view-mode-full field-collection-view-final"> <div class="entity entity-field-collection-item field-collection-item-field-slides clearfix"> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-title field-type-text field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><strong>Take a rest</strong></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field-name-field-slide-content field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"> <p>Biting into a piece of chicken right out of the fryer isn’t the smartest idea.</p> <p>At Kentucky Fried Chicken, they “hold” the chicken in an oven set to 175 degrees for about 20 minutes according to a former employee.</p> <p>This allows the chicken to finish cooking while keeping it warm and the skin crunchy.</p> <p>Do the same by holding your fried chicken in a warm oven for a few minutes.</p> <p>Even if you follow the above step by step, cracking the crispy skin code may be difficult to do at home.</p> <p>That’s because the texture we all love and crave is largely due to their method of cooking - and if you don’t have a restaurant-grade pressure fryer, it can be tough to recreate.</p> <p>However, using KFC’s secret recipe along with a deep fryer can still have delicious results.</p> <p><em>Written by <span>Amanda Tarlton</span>. This article first appeared in </em><span><em><a href="http://www.readersdigest.com.au/kitchen-tips/secret-makes-kfcs-fried-chicken-so-crunchy">Reader’s Digest</a></em></span><em>. For more of what you love from the world’s best-loved magazine, </em><span><em><a href="http://readersdigest.innovations.co.nz/c/readersdigestemailsubscribe?utm_source=over60&amp;utm_medium=articles&amp;utm_campaign=RDSUB&amp;keycode=WRN87V">here’s our best subscription offer.</a></em></span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p><img style="width: 100px !important; height: 100px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7820640/1.png" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/f30947086c8e47b89cb076eb5bb9b3e2" /></p>

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Deep-fried chicken

<p>Put a delicious spin on your chicken with this tasty recipe for deep-friend chicken. </p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>1 large egg, beaten</li> <li>1 cup buttermilk</li> <li>One 3-pound chicken, cut into 6 pieces</li> <li>1 cup all-purpose flour</li> <li>1 teaspoon ground oregano</li> <li>1 teaspoon chili powder</li> <li>1 teaspoon dried sage</li> <li>1 teaspoon dried basil</li> <li>1 teaspoon dried marjoram</li> <li>1 teaspoon pepper</li> <li>2 teaspoons salt</li> <li>2 tablespoons paprika</li> <li>1 tablespoon onion salt</li> <li>1 teaspoon garlic powder</li> <li>2 tablespoons Accent (MSG seasoning)</li> <li>1 can lard (or one 3-pound can Crisco), enough to cover chicken in fryer (see Secret Recipe Tips below)</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method:</span></strong></p> <ol> <li>Combine the egg and buttermilk in a large bowl. Soak the chicken pieces in the mixture.</li> <li>Add the flour to a separate bowl and whisk in all the herbs and spices. Roll the chicken in the seasoned flour until completely covered.</li> <li>Add the lard to a pressure fryer and heat to 365 F. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions for your pressure fryer.</li> <li>Use a utensil to lower 4 pieces of the chicken into the hot oil, and lock the lid in place. Be careful not to burn yourself with the hot oil.</li> <li>Allow to fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and thoroughly cooked.</li> <li>Once the pieces are cooked, release the pressure according to the manufacturer's directions and remove the chicken to paper towels or a metal rack to drain.</li> <li>Repeat with the remaining 2 pieces of chicken.</li> </ol> <p><em><strong>Have you ordered your copy of the Over60 cookbook, The Way Mum Made It, yet? Featuring 178 delicious tried-and-true recipes from you, the Over60 community, and your favourites that have appeared on the Over60 website, <a href="https://shop.abc.net.au/products/way-mum-made-it-pbk"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">head to the abcshop.com.au to order your copy now</span></a>.</strong></em></p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/01/spinach-feta-muffins/">Spinach feta muffins</a></em></strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/02/kale-feta-spinach-pie/">Kale spinach and feta pie</a></em></strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><em><a href="http://www.oversixty.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/02/spinach-bites/">Spinach bites</a></em></strong></span></p>

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