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  • A couple of diners paying for a restaurant meal

    The Most Expensive City To Dine Out In Isn't New York

    A 2025 study compared the average prices of eating out with local wages of several cities, and the most expensive one in the U.S. is an unexpected one.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • Black and white photo of Alfred Hitchcock framing the camera with his hands

    The Classic Frozen Treat Alfred Hitchcock Enjoyed After A Meal Of 3 Steaks

    It's safe to say that the great auteur Alfred Hitchcock appreciated a good meal. In fact, he was known to eat multiple steaks and end with this icy dessert.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 months ago Read More
  • Barack and Michelle Obama

    The Obama Family's Favorite Mexican Restaurant In DC

    The Obama family is well-known for their love of good food. When it comes to a favorite spot for Mexican cuisine in D.C., they're fond of this restaurant.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of savory soy milk next to fried dough sticks.

    Here's What A Flavor-Filled Traditional Taiwanese Breakfast Looks Like

    Eggs, milk, and bread are on many breakfast menus across the world, but Taiwanese cooking adds vibrant and savory flavors that you won't find elsewhere.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Bowl of classic M&M's in a tan-colored glazed bowl

    The Chocolate M&M's Flavor That Has Quietly Dominated Shelves For Years

    M&M's come in a handful of flavors, but this fan-favorite variety has been a hit for two decades, despite becoming more difficult to find in recent years.

    By Crystal Antonace 5 months ago Read More
  • Sliced flat iron steak

    Blade And Flat Iron Steak Are From The Same Cut: Here's The Only Difference

    If you've ever seen blade and flat iron steaks in your grocery store's meat department and wondered whether they were related, here's what makes them distinct.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Cuts of raw bone-in steak laid out on a grilltop with sprigs of rosemary and pinches of salt.

    The Staggering Amount Of Beef Texas Roadhouse Butchers Process Every Year

    Texas Roadhouse is known for its steaks above all else, so it makes sense that the chain would go through a staggering amount of beef. Here's exactly how much.

    By Brianna Gunter 5 months ago Read More
  • Close up shot of woman pouring water into glass

    Will Seltzer Hydrate You As Much As Regular Water?

    If seltzer is your drink of choice, you may be wondering if it hydrates you as well as regular water. We asked a medical professional for the truth.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • a package of hormel black label bacon surrounded by cooked strips of bacon

    We Asked Hormel The Best Way To Store Bacon

    Hormel gave us the scoop on the best way to store an open pack of bacon, and it doesn't involve merely folding the packaging over and sticking it wherever.

    By Tara Bowen 5 months ago Read More
  • Green beans

    Why This Popular Chain's Green Beans Don't Taste Like Grandma's Anymore

    This popular restaurant chain has been the subject to much backlash, and the reason its green beans don't taste like grandma's anymore is no exception.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • European green crab on rocks near water

    This Unique Distillery Is Turning Crabs Into Whiskey

    Brands will make booze out of all kinds of ingredients, but one United States distillery has taken inspiration from a particularly crafty crustacean.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Placing an item in the freezer

    We Asked 12 Chefs To Tell Us The Most Unexpected Thing They Keep In The Freezer

    We asked various chefs to tell us their tips and tricks when it comes to utilizing freezer space. Here are the unexpected items they have in their freezers.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Bird's eye view of fresh, red, raw tomatoes

    The Scientific Reason Some People Can't Handle Raw Tomatoes

    Tomatoes might be a common ingredient in a slew of popular recipes, but not everyone can handle what's inside. Here's the scientific reason why.

    By Jaime Jacques 5 months ago Read More
  • Variety of dim sum dishes

    Why It's Actually Tricky To Make Dim Sum Vegan

    Featuring many small dishes, dim sum is a popular meal in Chinese cuisine, but it's not easy to make vegan. If you want to though, we asked an expert for tips.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 5 months ago Read More
  • Table settings in a restaurant

    Restaurant Vs Café: What's The Actual Difference?

    If there's something restaurants and cafés have in common, it's serving food and drinks. Here's how to tell whether you're visiting one or the other.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart wearing a wide-brimmed sun hat

    Martha Stewart's Worst Coffee Experience Isn't One You're Likely To Share

    Martha Stewart probably doesn't encounter sub-par beverages on the daily, but she had a terrible coffee experience for a while, one you're unlikely to share.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • John F. Kennedy headshot

    President John F. Kennedy Absolutely Loved This Breakfast

    Have you ever thought about what presidents eat for breakfast? For John F. Kennedy, mornings were a time for one dish in particular. Here's what to know.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Soft butter in a wrapper and in a bowl

    The Creamy German Butter That Brings A Taste Of Europe To Your Kitchen

    French and Irish butters have been claiming the spotlight for years now, but a popular German brand is bringing something unique to grocery store shelves now.

    By Jane Chertoff 5 months ago Read More
  • a pot of chicken mafe

    Peanut Butter Soup Is The Simple And Rich West African Comfort Food To Try This Fall

    There's always a new soup to try, no matter how many you've made in years past. This fall, give the West African peanut butter soup a try.

    By Sonora Slater 5 months ago Read More
  • toasted bread popping from a toaster

    The Exact Number Of Seconds It Takes To Perfectly Toast A Piece Of Bread

    Most people have a toast preference, whether it be basically untoasted or just shy of burned. However, science seems to have settled on a perfect slice.

    By Marco Sumayao 5 months ago Read More
  • Ice cream scoop in Neapolitan ice cream.

    The Rich Origins Of How Neapolitan Ice Cream Got Its Name

    Neapolitan ice cream may seem to suggest a Neapolitan origin, but there's much more to the name and story of this iconic triple-flavored dessert.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Overnight oats with four bowls of ingredients on white background

    17 Creative Additions For Overnight Oats

    Overnight oats are a great breakfast option for busy mornings. If your regular overnight oats recipe is a bit stale, try adding some unique ingredients.

    By Sara Klimek 5 months ago Read More
  • Pule cheese on money pile

    The World's Most Expensive Cheese Comes From An Unexpected Animal

    The priciest cheese you'll ever try doesn't come from cow milk, goat milk, or even sheep milk -- and it's only produced at one small nature reserve in Serbia.

    By Patricia Grisafi 5 months ago Read More
  • Tupelo honey

    The Rare Honey That Tastes Just Like Bubblegum

    Believe it or not, this rare type of honey doesn't taste like the average jar you can find on grocery store shelves. In fact, it actually tastes like bubblegum.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 5 months ago Read More
  • Three cooked cobs of corn on a plate

    The Cooling Step That Might Be Ruining Your Corn On The Cob

    If you're preparing to make a batch of buttery corn on the cob, make sure to avoid this cooling step. It may be the reason your entire meal is ruined.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 5 months ago Read More
  • Microwavable mac and cheese cup with a spoon

    How To Keep Microwave Mac And Cheese Cups From Getting Watery

    Sick of cooking the handy microwavable mac and cheese cup and ending up with goopy, cheesy slop? Well, this hack will keep your dinner from getting watery.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb 5 months ago Read More
  • Several people holding vanilla ice cream cones

    Ironically, The Best Fast Food Chain Soft Serve Ice Cream Isn't Even Real Ice Cream

    We ranked several fast food chains' soft serve ice cream options. Ironically, our winning cone technically doesn't even consist of real ice cream.

    By Samantha Boesch 5 months ago Read More
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