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  • Overhead of various canned proteins.

    The Nostalgic Canned Meat That's Better Remembered Than Eaten

    There are a number of canned meat products that have been around for decades, yet some are better off staying in the past, and far away from modern kitchens.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 1 month ago Read More
  • Crumbl Cookies in a box

    How Crumbl Violated Child Labor Laws In 6 States

    Crumbl had great success using social media marketing to sell its visually appealing cookies, but it also violated child labor laws in six states.

    By Jenna Rapsis 1 month ago Read More
  • Tomatoes growing on bamboo in China

    The Country That Produces The Most Tomatoes Isn't Italy Or The US

    If you associate tomatoes with Italian cuisine, then you might be surprised to learn that there's another country producing the most of this fruit globally.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 month ago Read More
  • Plates of tacos on a backdrop of restaurants

    The Hands Down Best Mexican Restaurant In Every State

    Mexican food is hugely popular, but not every restaurant serves up dishes you crave for weeks after. These are the ones that keep locals coming back for more.

    By Stephanie Mee 1 month ago Read More
  • Bread loaf with yeast and dough

    How To Know When Your Bread Is Done Proofing And Is Ready To Bake

    Baking bread can be complicated, especially when it comes to figuring out how long to proof your dough, so we asked two experts about how to nail the timing.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 1 month ago Read More
  • Fully stocked aisle in rustic grocery store

    The Forgotten 1900s Grocery Store That Helped Pioneer Self-Service Shopping In California

    Plenty of grocery chains have closed over the years, but one vintage 1900s brand, now defunct, is responsible for revolutionizing the way we shop for food.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago Read More
  • A close-up of Gordon Ramsay's face with a blurred crowd in the background.

    Why Gordon Ramsay Received Fan Flak For Adding This To His Curry

    Gordon Ramsay's take on a classic Indian staple is getting backlash. Many critics point out his misuse of this ingredient that is rarely seen in curry.

    By Tim Forster 1 month ago Read More
  • Brown plate of steak with knife

    10 Old-School Steak Dishes That Everyone Used To Love

    From steak Diane to London Broil, there are several old-school steak dishes that you won't find on many modern menus. Everyone used to love these steaks.

    By Sara Klimek 1 month ago Read More
  • A pair of kitchen sears placed on a wooden cutting board

    The Budget-Friendly Option To Improve Your Kitchen Shears Is Already In Your Home

    When your kitchen shears are a bit worse for the wear, turn to this budget-friendly option that gives them a quick pick-me-up. It's already in your kitchen.

    By Macy Sandel 1 month ago Read More
  • broken dark chocolate bars on a table

    The Science Behind Why Chocolate Tastes So Good To Humans

    Ever wondered why chocolate tastes so good? From rich drinks to gooey cookies, humans have loved the sweet stuff for centuries. Here's a scientific explanation.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 1 month ago Read More
  • Basket of Raising Cane's chicken fingers, fries, toast, slaw, and dipping sauce

    Raising Cane's Was Expected To Fail: How The Chicken-Finger-Only Empire Beat The Odds

    Raising Cane's is a success story built on resilience. What was originally a failed assignment turned into a billion-dollar achievement. Here's how it was done.

    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri sits atop a red convertible at a grand opening event

    The Award-Winning Chicago BBQ Guy Fieri Loved On Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives

    In season 7 of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," Guy Fieri stopped by this Chicago BBQ spot to try its award-winning Memphis-style pulled pork.

    By Robert Bruce 1 month ago Read More
  • Tea pouring from a pot into a glass tea cup.

    Do Tea Drinkers Actually Live Longer?

    If you've heard anecdotes about the extended longevity of tea drinkers, you may wondering if the drink can lengthen your life. Here's the tea on this question.

    By Adam Raphael 1 month ago Read More
  • Stack of frozen pizza boxes

    9 Frozen Margherita Pizzas, Ranked

    We judged popular frozen margherita pizzas on flavor, crust, appearance, and value, trying each a few times, in various orders, and blind tasted to break ties.

    By Sophie N. 1 month ago Read More
  • Vintage ad of McDonald's chopped beefsteak sandwich

    The Discontinued Fast Food 'Steak' Sandwiches You've Probably Forgotten About

    Two of the biggest names in the fast food business once sold steak sandwiches that have since been forgotten. Here's what to know about them.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 month ago Read More
  • People shopping in a grocery store

    The Bulk Grocery Giant You Didn't Know Was Owned By Walmart

    This Walmart-owned grocery chain is redefining shopping with tech-savvy features like QR-coded recipes and in-app ordering for a seamless shopping experience.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 month ago Read More
  • Composite image of pigs in a blanket, grape jelly meatballs, and deviled eggs on a vintage wallpaper background

    6 Old-School Appetizers That Were Popular In The '60s

    Back in the 1960s, when at-home entertaining and hosting were ramping up, these were some of the appetizers that graced the tables for all guests to enjoy.

    By Tysen Ling 1 month ago Read More
  • Several boxes of Little Debbie treats appear on a grocery store's shelves.

    The Forgotten '90s Little Debbie Cakes We Want Back

    There's no shortage of nostalgic snacks that have been discontinued over the years, but we really miss these forgotten Little Debbie cakes from the 1990s.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 1 month ago Read More
  • Ina Garten smiling

    The Classic Cocktail Ina Garten Never Tried Until Stanley Tucci Stepped In

    Ina Garten knows a thing or two about cocktails, but she surprisingly had never tried this classic drink until Stanley Tucci made it for her on "Be My Guest."

    By Shriya Swaminathan 1 month ago Read More
  • A white plate filled with southern food: fried chicken, sweet potatoes, creamed corn, black-eyed peas, and collards, served with iced sweet tea.

    The Atlanta Restaurant That's Been Serving Up Classic Comfort Food Since 1945

    This Atlanta gem has been serving Southern comfort food with homey vibes for 80 years. The menu includes its signature and classic fried Southern staple.

    By Robert Bruce 1 month ago Read More
  • Outdoor Costco food court menu and counter

    The Sketchy Story Behind Skechers' Copycat Costco Food Court

    In 2023, Skechers (yes, the shoe brand) opened a food court at one California store that seemed eerily familiar to Costco's. Here's why, and what's on the menu.

    By Macy Sandel 1 month ago Read More
  • Caucasian hand holding slice of pizza with cheese and meat

    How The Military Made A Pizza That Lasts For Years Without Spoiling

    Imagine a pizza that can last three years without refrigeration and still taste good. Meet the MRE pizza designed for soldiers in the field.

    By Jaime Jacques 1 month ago Read More
  • Hands pass a takeout bag through a thru window to a person in a car.

    The World's Largest Restaurant Company Owns 61,000 Chains

    Did you know that popular chains like Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut have one thing in common? They're all owned by the same major restaurant group.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 1 month ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri wearing sunglasses and looking directly at the camera.

    Guy Fieri Couldn't Find Words For This Extreme Salad On Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives

    On the 10th season of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," Guy Fieri stopped at this diner that's now a Southern chain and tried a salad that left him lost for words.

    By Tim Forster 1 month ago Read More
  • a line of Mountain Dew flavors, Baja Blast, Code Red and Diet Mountain Dew in 2 liter bottles

    Mountain Dew Once Released A 'Moonshine Soda' — And It Didn't End Well

    Mountain Dew once tried to reclaim its roots, branding a soda after its backwoods moonshine history, but it was pulled from shelves after just two years.

    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago Read More
  • A pile of red candies

    The Flavor-Packed Science Behind Why We Love The Sweet Heat Of Spicy Candy

    Sweet and spicy candy is well-loved among its fans for a reason. There's a fascinating science behind our penchant for this contrasting flavor pairing.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 1 month ago Read More
  • Broken dark chocolate bar and cocoa powder on a table.

    Why Chocolate Is So Expensive (And How Researchers Might Put A Stop To Rising Prices)

    Chocolate prices have been rising due to complications in the supply chain, but Penn State researchers have made a breakthrough in cacao disease prevention.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 1 month ago Read More
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