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  • Kmart cafe family restaurant inside a Kmart store

    We're Feeling Nostalgic For Kmart's Forgotten Food Court Era

    Kmart wasn't just a place to shop for discount clothing. It was also a place to grab an uber-cheap meal, at least by today's standards. And we miss it.

    By Amanda Berkey 20 min ago Read More
  • Green and red Hatch chiles

    The 10 Most Iconic Dishes In New Mexico

    The beauty of most regional cuisines lies in the many variations of recipes passed down through generations, as is the case with many New Mexican meals.

    By Sophie N. 1 hour ago Read More
  • Person eating sushi with chopsticks

    Why You Might Want To Inspect Raw Fish In Front Of A Light Before Making Sushi At Home

    Working with raw fish can be tricky from a food safety standpoint. Thankfully, there's an easy way to inspect it before you roll your homemade sushi.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 hours ago Read More
  • A table of women clinking glasses at a restaurant

    The Open Table Feature For Reserving Crowded Restaurants Last-Minute

    Trying to get a table at a hot restaurant can be all but impossible. One method for skirting this difficulty comes directly from Open Table.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 3 hours ago Read More
  • Small bowl of queso on a large white plate with scoop-style tortilla chips

    The Secret To Making Mexican Restaurant-Style Queso At Home

    Ever wonder why queso tastes better at a Mexican restaurant? Discover the secret ingredient to recreate that cheesy goodness in your kitchen.

    By Crystal Antonace 3 hours ago Read More
  • Five roast beef sandwiches stacked on a table on a white background

    5 Chain Restaurant Roast Beef Subs, Ranked Worst To Best

    We taste-tested roast beef sandwiches, ranking flavor, quality, bread, ratio of meat to toppings, and the overall value to find which ones are worth ordering.

    By Michelle McGlinn 4 hours ago Read More
  • A steak being lowered into a pot with a sous vide

    The Steak Cooking Method For The Perfect Temperature Every Time

    Steaks are delicious, but cooking them can present a challenge for nailing the right temperature. There is a method that makes things much easier.

    By Gerard Jones 6 hours ago Read More
  • A pile of frozen strawberries with their stems.

    The Huge Frozen Food Recall That Impacted 325,000 Pounds Of Fruit (At Aldi, Trader Joe's And Costco)

    Several frozen fruit products sold at Aldi, Trader Joe’s, and Costco were recalled in 2023, including popular brands like Simply Nature and Vital Choice.

    By Tim Forster 7 hours ago Read More
  • Long checkout lines at Costco

    How This Costco Executive Membership Perk Is Benefiting Members At Any Level

    Costco is a loved big-box store known for its bulk items and steep discounts. Members are able to enjoy certain perks, and this one is helping all shoppers.

    By Gerard Jones 13 hours ago Read More
  • A bowl of onion dip with dip spread on slices of bread in the background

    Why This Staple Party Appetizer Became So Popular In Post-War America

    This iconic party appetizer that endures today can trace its history all the way back to the mid-century. Here's how it became a classic favorite.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 16 hours ago Read More
  • Aisle in a thrift store

    The Thrift Store Kitchen Find That Could Be Worth A Wad Of Cash (If It Still Works)

    You never know what treasures await at thrift and antique stores, and some hidden gems are definitely worth digging through the clutter to discover.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 21 hours ago Read More
  • Person making pour-over coffee adding water to coffee filter

    Should Your Water Be Scorching Hot To Make Good Coffee?

    When making a good cup of coffee, what's the ideal water temperature to use? Turns out, there's no clear answer, but there is an interesting theory.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 21 hours ago Read More
  • Raw sweet potatoes in a pile

    Forget Flour! Sweet Potato Is The Soup Thickener You Need

    It's time to finally ditch flour when thickening your soup and instead reach for sweet potato. This ingredient provides a unique, luscious texture.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 21 hours ago Read More
  • A closeup of three friends holding cocktails.

    How This Prohibition-Inspired Cocktail Became A Beloved Florida Staple

    Florida has plenty of history behind it, but this particular tale is wrapped up in both tiki cocktail culture and Prohibition struggles.

    By Sean Pagnotti 22 hours ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Big Mac next to a container of fries

    Are Those Tiny Onions On McDonald's Burgers Made From Real Onion?

    Anyone who has ever dined at a McDonald's location may be wondering if the chopped onions on their burger are actually real. Well, we have the answer.

    By Robert Bruce 23 hours ago Read More
  • An open electric oven in a kitchen.

    Why Have So Many People Switched From Gas To Electric Ovens?

    Gas ovens used to be the best option on the market, but then electric ovens overtook them. Here are the main reasons this switch started happening.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 day ago Read More
  • a colorful rustic steel rooster on white background

    Why Do Roosters Pop Up In So Much Kitchen Decor?

    Ever wondered why roosters are such a common element in kitchen decor? We've got the answers, and they're rooted in history from around the world.

    By Sean Pagnotti 1 day ago Read More
  • A promotional photo of the interior of Lum's from the 1960s

    The 1970s Restaurant Remembered For Its 'Ollieburger' And Beer-Steamed Hot Dogs

    There once was a chain of restaurants where you could order distinctly thick hamburgers alongside hot dogs steamed in beer. Here's what to know.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 day ago Read More
  • Anna Possi at Bar Centrale

    Italy's Oldest Barista Is 101 Years Old And She Doesn't Plan To Retire Any Time Soon

    At 101 years old, this barista still brews espresso in her cozy Italian cafe, proving passion and community might just be the best secret to longevity.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 day ago Read More
  • A loaf of banana bread is pictured with eggs, milk, bananas, and chocolate chips in the frame.

    One Egg Rule Separates Perfect Banana Bread From A Crumbly Mess

    If your banana bread keeps coming out dense or crumbly, the culprit might be hiding in your egg prep. One rule can help you nail that soft, cohesive crumb.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 day ago Read More
  • dishes submerged in soapy water

    Here's How Long You Can Soak Your Dirty Dishes Without Them Becoming Germ-Ridden

    It's all too tempting to let dirty dishes pile up, simply leaving them to soak. But there's a limit to how long that's safe for, according to an expert.

    By Tara Bowen 2 days ago Read More
  • Interior grocery store

    How One 1930s General Store Grew Into A Giant Grocery Chain

    Most every massive grocery chain started as a small shop before growing into the giants they are today. Here's how this 1930s chain took off.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 2 days ago Read More
  • St. Louis-style cheese pizza cut in wedges

    What Makes St. Louis-Style Pizza So Unique (And So Controversial)?

    Believe it or not, there's a type of pizza perhaps more controversial than a pineapple topping. This cheesy reason is why some love it and some hate it.

    By Tara Bowen 2 days ago Read More
  • peanut butter cookies on a wire rack and a glass of milk

    Why Classic Peanut Butter Cookies Always Have Fork Marks

    The reason behind those fork-created crosshatches on peanut butter cookies isn't clear. Is it practical or decorative? We dive into history to find out.

    By Amy Andrews 2 days ago Read More
  • Frank Sinatra and Lauren Bacall sit together at a restaurant.

    Frank Sinatra Loved To Order This Simple Salad In New York On Repeat

    Frank Sinatra's go-to salad is a nostalgic Italian classic, and he frequently ordered it at one of his favorite restaurants in Manhattan, New York.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 3 days ago Read More
  • Drinks cart on an empty flight

    6 Myths About Eating And Drinking On Planes You Need To Stop Believing

    After years of myths flying around about the supposed dangers of eating and drinking on a plane, we debunk the claims so you can safely enjoy your flight.

    By Ashley Chalmers 3 days ago Read More
  • A seafood gumbo topped with shrimp.

    The Iconic New Orleans Seafood Restaurant That's Been Cooking Up Creole Cuisine Since 1946

    New Orleans has its share of fantastic eateries. This iconic seafood restaurant has been serving phenomenal Creole cuisine in the Big Easy since 1946.

    By Tim Forster 4 days ago Read More
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