My Favorite Palate Cleanser

By Karen MacNeil

February 27, 2026

I asked my followers on Instagram recently to name the best palate cleanser. (Someone once told me celery is absolutely terrific. But celery???). The answers came in: from crackers and bread to apples and raw almonds. I promised to share my own favorite. So here it is: The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

The travel, food, and drink site Afar just released its findings for the “Best Bakery City in America.” Was it:The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

A. Portland, Maine

B. New Orleans, Louisiana

C. Chicago, Illinois

D. Detroit, Michigan

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