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  • Nugget dipped in sauce

    The McDonald's Sauce You Should Avoid Dipping Nuggets In

    We all love a fresh McDonald's chicken nugget, but there's definitively one sauce to skip when it comes to choosing the tastiest dippers for your treat.

    By Jackson Williams December 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Front of the unofficial McDonald's Museum with signs

    The Original McDonald's In The US Is Also A Museum

    Order up a nugget of fast food history. Follow the glow of the golden arches to McDonald's original location where all of your McDreams can come true.

    By Andrew Amelinckx December 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Closeup of triple cheese stuffed crust pizza from Pizza Hut.

    How Milk Overproduction Helped Create Pizza Hut's Cheesiest Pizzas

    A complicated mix of economics and dairy farm production left the U.S. with extra cheese. Here's how one board teamed up with Pizza Hut to manage the surplus.

    By Tim Forster December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Two cups of McDonald's coffee

    Does McDonald's Serve Coffee All Day?

    Anyone who knows their fast food chains will know that McDonald's coffee is some of the best in the biz. But can you order this tasty java 24/7?

    By Camryn Teder December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • McNuggets in box

    The Key To McDonald's Iconic Chicken Nuggets Is In The Batter, Not How They're Fried

    What makes McDonald's McNuggets so unique? It isn't the fast food chain's frying technique. Instead, it's the batter the Golden Arches uses.

    By S. Ferrari December 1st, 2024 Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish on a box

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Sandwich Probably Looks Different Than You Remember

    McDonald's fans have been calling out the brand over its seemingly shrinking Filet-O-Fish. But is shrinkflation really the cause?

    By Carly Garber November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Hashbrown breakfast sandwich on plate

    Why McDonald's Won't Make A Hash Brown Breakfast Sandwich

    A hash brown breakfast sandwich sounds like a dream McDonald's menu item, right? Well, there are more hurdles to making it happen than you might think.

    By Allie Ward November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • A Burger King whopper, fries, and drink

    The Myths And Truths Behind The Horse Meat Scandal That Haunted Burger King

    In 2013, Burger King found itself tied to a scandal around horse meat. Here are the myths and truths behind the incident that has haunted the fast food chain.

    By Shawna Schofield November 30th, 2024 Read More
  • Plate of fried chicken tenders with creamy dipping sauce

    The Best Fast Food Chicken Tenders Are From A Southern Staple

    Anybody can do chicken tenders, but only one can be the best. Hit up this popular Southern chain for the best chicken tenders in America.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 29th, 2024 Read More
  • burger and fries from In-N-Out Burger

    How California Became The Unofficial Birthplace Of Fast Food

    From McDonald's to Taco Bell, the Golden State is where many major fast food chains first opened. Here's why fast food took off in California, in particular.

    By Andrew Amelinckx November 28th, 2024 Read More
  • A Happy Meal

    The Confusing History Behind McDonald's Happy Meal

    The truth is, no one can really agree on who first invented the iconic McDonald's Happy Meal. Here's why the history behind it is so complicated.

    By Andrew Amelinckx November 27th, 2024 Read More
  • Bread bowl with broccoli cheddar soup

    What Happened To Panera Bread's Double Bread Bowl?

    In 2019, Panera put double bread bowls, specially designed for two soups (or the chain's signature mac and cheese), on menus. Here's what happened to it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 26th, 2024 Read More
  • Shake Shack burger and milkshake

    What Sets Shake Shack Milkshakes Apart From Other Fast Food Options?

    Shake Shack is beloved for its burgers and, of course, its milkshakes. Here's what makes them so special, especially when compared with other chains' shakes.

    By Emery Pearson November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Taco Bell collage with sign, various menu items, and Baja Blast can

    14 Secrets You Didn't Know About Taco Bell

    These are the curious details, surprising facts, and fun backstories about fast-food giant Taco Bell that even seasoned fans might not know.

    By Jessica Lakritz November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Taco Bell drive-thru menu board

    Which Menu Items At Taco Bell Are Gluten Free?

    While Taco Bell doesn't recommend that anyone with celiac disease eat at the chain, the menu does include several gluten-free offerings. Here's what to know.

    By Sonora Slater November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Popeyes flounder fish sandwich

    What Type Of Fish Is Used For Popeyes' Fish Sandwich?

    Popeyes may be known for chicken, but that's not all it offers. For limited stretches of time during the year, you can find fish sandwiches on the menu, too.

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Dairy Queen fast food items

    Discontinued Dairy Queen Menu Items That Are Probably Never Coming Back

    These DQ treats once believed to be universally adored have ended up on the long-lost menu of items the chain is probably never bringing back.

    By Brianna Persons November 24th, 2024 Read More
  • White Castle burgers and fries on a table

    Ever Wonder Why White Castle's Burgers Have Holes?

    If you've ever eaten some fast food at White Castle, you've probably noticed that the burgers have holes in them. Here's why this is the case.

    By Andrew Amelinckx November 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • McDonald's McNuggets with container

    The Best Way To Reheat McDonald's McNuggets

    If you have some leftover McDonald's McNuggets that you don't want to let go to waste, here's how to reheat them so that they taste fresh from the fryer.

    By Julia Mullaney November 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Variety of McDonald's secret menu items

    12 McDonald's Secret Menu Items And How To Order Them

    Some of McDonald's most interesting food items aren't actually on the menu. We sampled some secret menu hacks and give you the skinny on how to order them.

    By Alex Springer November 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Ina Garten holding a mic on stage at a speaking event

    The Only Fast Food Chain Restaurant Ina Garten Will Eat At

    Ina Garten makes the best burgers, but she always gives into this fast food chain. Find out why she loves this popular burger joint.

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • Jug of McDonald's McRib sauce with sandwich in the background

    McDonald's McRib Is Officially Back With A Saucy Surprise On The Side

    The McRib is almost back -- and this time, the sandwich isn't the only thing to celebrate. If you like McRib sauce, there's a special offer you'll love.

    By Jackson Williams November 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Two McDonald's apple pies on McDonald's bag

    Are McDonald's Apple Pies Really Vegan?

    McDonald's doesn't have many vegan-friendly menu items, but it claims its beloved Apple Pie is safe for vegetarian diners. Are vegans in the clear?

    By Emmy Schneider-Green November 19th, 2024 Read More
  • Assorted Shake Shack food items

    The Fine Dining Origin Story Of Shake Shack

    Shake Shack is somewhere between fast food and fast casual, but its origins are a bit fancier than you might expect. Here's how this beloved chain started.

    By Sarah Lintakoon November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Burgers, hotcakes, oatmeal, and a McFlurry from McDonalds

    14 McDonald's Menu Items You Should Avoid Ordering

    These McDonald's menu items -- some mainstays that have been around for ages and some newer creations -- consistently get bad reviews from diners.

    By Stephanie Mee November 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Order of chicken McNuggets

    How To Reheat McDonald's Chicken Nuggets So They're Perfectly Crispy

    Got leftover McDonald's chicken nuggets? While some methods of reheating them will leave them soggy, this method will keep them perfectly crispy.

    By S. Ferrari November 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Popcorn in a movie theater cup holder

    Ensure Your Movie Theater Popcorn Is Perfectly Buttered With An Easy Hack

    There's nothing like movie theater popcorn. Only one snag can make this iconic snack less than stellar: uneven butter distribution. This hack can help.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley November 17th, 2024 Read More
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