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  • Chipotle takeout bag with a burrito bowl in background

    The 'Bland' Protein At Chipotle Many People Avoid Ordering

    Chipotle has a plethora of delicious protein options for your burrito bowl. However, this option is infamously bland, leading many to avoid it altogether.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • A cut of meat shaped like a topographical United States

    What It Actually Means When Your Meat Is Labeled 'Produced In USA'

    If you find meat at the grocery store that's labeled "Produced in USA," it might not actually mean exactly what you think it does. Here's what to know.

    By Sean Pagnotti 5 months ago Read More
  • A shopper walking through the interior of a Costco store with shelves stocked full of bulk items

    Costco's Original Location Was Once Owned By A Famous Aerospace Engineer

    Plenty of celebrities have openly expressed their love for Costco. However, did you know that the chain's original location was owned by an aerospace engineer?

    By Brianna Gunter 5 months ago Read More
  • Krispy Kreme donuts on a conveyer belt

    Does Krispy Kreme Still Use Its Original Donut Recipe From The 1930s?

    Krispy Kreme has been around for almost 100 years. But has that iconic donut recipe changed since then? Here's what we know about the history of the recipe.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Person holding glass as waiter serves wine.

    The Wine Etiquette Mistake You Need To Stop Making At Restaurants

    When it comes to restaurant wine etiquette, you don't have to be perfect. But there's one wine etiquette mistake you should stop making today.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • Former President Jimmy Carter at a desk in the Oval Office

    President Jimmy Carter's Favorite Dessert Was A Throwback To His Peanut Farming Past

    President Jimmy Carter took pride in his peanut farming past, and it definitely showed when it came to his very favorite dessert made by his wife.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • A bottle and glass of wine sitting with fresh grapes

    Support Education With Each Sip By Purchasing These Student-Made American Wines

    These university viticulture and enology programs offer student-made wines for sale, with profits going back to education. This model serves the future of wine.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri with sunglasses

    Guy Fieri Said This Pizza Was One Of The Top 3 Most Unique He's Ever Tried

    It's no secret that Guy Fieri has tried many different foods on his show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." But this pizza in particular shocked him. Here's why.

    By Jane Chertoff 5 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child smiling

    Julia Child Called This British Meal One Of The Worst She Ever Ate

    Julia Child ate many great meals in her life, but there were some she disliked so much that she never forgot. One she especially disliked was in an English inn.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Freshly trimmed herb stems.

    The Herbal Secret To Battling Kitchen Odors Isn't Lavender Or Lemongrass

    Struggling to rid your kitchen of bad odors? Herbs are a great way to freshen air naturally, but reach for this one instead of lavender or lemongrass.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • creamy banana pudding layered in a trifle dish

    Take This Simple Extra Step To Prevent Brown Bananas In Your Banana Pudding

    You can't beat banana pudding, but the classic Southern dessert will look less appetizing if its titular fruit turns brown. Here's an easy way to prevent that.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 5 months ago Read More
  • two vintage Tupperware glasses

    What You Need To Know Before Thrifting That Vintage Tupperware

    Considering how hardy those containers are, finding cheap vintage Tupperware can seem like a good thrift store score. But here's why you should be wary of them.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 months ago Read More
  • A serving of steak in a plate at a steakhouse restaurant

    The Once Popular 1980s Steakhouse That's Now Faded Into Obscurity

    This chain had a unique theme which made it famous in the 1970s and 80s. Unfortunately, it struggled in the later years and eventually faded away in the 2010s.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • A display of fresh tilapia on ice

    Why You May Want To Avoid Buying Certain Types Of Tilapia

    Tilapia is an excellent fish to eat, both for its flavor and nutritional content. However, there are certain kinds of tilapia that are best avoided.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • A hand picking up a red apple from a grocery store display

    Those Grocery Store Apples You Just Bought Might Be Over A Year Old (Yes, Really)

    The grocery store produce section can carry apples older than you can imagine, but those apples somehow still taste fresh. Here's how science makes it happen.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • The late celebrity chef Julia Child sits at a food and wine covered table

    'The Best Chocolate Cake You Ever Put In Your Mouth' According To Julia Child

    Celebrity chef Julia Child taught her fans to make many things, but few were as sweet as the iconic chocolate cake that was one of her favorite desserts.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 months ago Read More
  • collage of different fresh vegetables on an orange and green background

    9 Best Vegetables For Juicing

    It isn't just fruit that's ideal for juicing. In fact, the juice of these veggies isn't only tasty, but it'll help you score extra vitamins and minerals too.

    By Deborah Murphy 5 months ago Read More
  • Fall vegetables on leafy yellow background

    16 Best Vegetables To Plant In The Fall

    Do you want to continue to make use of your garden as the weather starts to cool down? See what vegetables work well during the fall season.

    By Sarah Moore 5 months ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley

    The Hilarious Prank Elvis Presley Played On His Friends Using McDonald's Gift Certificates

    Elvis Presley was known for his love of playing pranks, and he used this trick on his friends thanks to a few McDonald's gift certificates.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 months ago Read More
  • Students eating in a dining hall

    How College Dining Halls Actually Work

    College dining halls are an integral part of the university experience, offering sustenance and community. But how do they actually work? We asked an expert.

    By Amy Andrews 5 months ago Read More
  • Panda express employee filling a to-go container

    Does Panda Express Use MSG? What To Know Before You Order

    Is worrying about MSG in Panda Express a valid health concern, or does it feed into misconceptions about Chinese food? Here's the truth behind this ingredient.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of McDonald's cherry pie, pizza, and spaghetti over a yellow McDonald's storefront.

    8 1980s McDonald's Menu Items We'd Love To See Come Back

    Not all McDonald's foods were able to stand the test of time. Take a trip down memory lane with these eight dishes that were on menus in the '80s.

    By Timothy Baker 5 months ago Read More
  • A child eating

    If You Ate This 2-Ingredient Comfort Meal As A Kid, You Were Probably Born In The '90s

    After a long day of playing Tamagotchi and organizing Beanie Baby collections, this protein-packed dinner could satisfy even the hungriest kids in the '90s.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • An illustrative image showing a flight attendant serving snacks and drinks on a plane.

    The Best Foods To Eat If You Want To Avoid Bloating On An Airplane

    Taking a flight is always an exciting time, but it can also be a physically stressful one. A major symptom of flying is bloating; here's how to avoid it.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 5 months ago Read More
  • composite of brando with food

    Marlon Brando Loved These 8 Sweet Treats

    Marlon Brando might be a Hollywood legend, but he was also famously a sweets lover. We explore his favorites from Mallomars to bananas and cream.

    By Jon Dempsey 5 months ago Read More
  • Cocktail toast

    Why You Really Shouldn't Drink Alcohol During Extreme Heat

    There's hardly anything better than cracking a cold one on a hot day, but under extreme heat it can actually be dangerous. Here's what you should know.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • kids eating sandwiches in the 1970s

    The Old School Deli Meat You Probably Ate If You Grew Up In The '70s

    There are many odd foods from the past that haunt us, with few being as notable as this near-forgotten deli meat that was all the rage in the 1970s.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
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