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  • Buffet trays overhead shot with an array of foods.

    The 1940s Buffet Chain Boomers Will Remember (And Why It Disappeared For Good)

    Many boomers have fond memories of this classic buffet chain that got start in the American West in the 1940s. Its last location closed for good in 2021.

    By Amara Michelle 5 hours ago Read More
  • breadsticks displayed in an appetizing way on a silver tray with marinara sauce

    Olive Garden's Unlimited Breadsticks Policy Was Basically Invented By Mistake

    Olive Garden has become something of a legend for its policy of bottomless breadsticks. But just how did this concept begin, and who came up with the idea?

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 10 hours ago Read More
  • A granddaughter hugging a grandmother as they cook in the kitchen together

    8 Cooking Myths Your Grandparents Probably Believed

    Our grandparents may have sworn by these food rules, but many were myths, so we checked to see what science says about the old beliefs we grew up hearing.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 11 hours ago Read More
  • A Texas Roadhouse restaurant

    Who Owns Texas Roadhouse As Of 2026?

    Texas Roadhouse has grown from a small, Western-style restaurant to a nationwide (and international) chain. Here's who started it and who runs the company now.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 12 hours ago Read More
  • John Wayne in a suit

    John Wayne Frequented This Steakhouse Known For Its Juicy Prime Rib And Giant Steaks

    John Wayne, the Western icon, was known to enjoy a good steak. Discover one of John Wayne's favorite steakhouses, which is still in business today.

    By Amara Michelle 15 hours ago Read More
  • A man drinking stein of beer

    Whatever Happened To The Midwestern Beer Brand Stag?

    Have you ever wondered what happened to Stag beer? Here's what you should know about this unique brand of suds from the Midwestern United States.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 15 hours ago Read More
  • Ina Garten at a book signing event for Cooking for Jeffrey, wearing a black blazer and a black scarf with grey polka dots and stripes

    Will Ina Garten Grace The World With Her Own Restaurant Someday?

    Many home cooks would surely jump at the chance to dine at a Barefoot Contessa restaurant. Here's what Ina Garten has to say about the possibility.

    By Ryan Zanoni 15 hours ago Read More
  • Cans of Campbell's soup on the shelf at a store

    Why You Hardly Find This Campbell's Soup Flavor On Shelves Anymore

    While Campbell's makes all kinds of soups for a variety of palates, there's one that seems to have disappeared from grocery store shelves. Here's what to know.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 1 day ago Read More
  • Assorted sandwiches cut into quarters

    10 Old-School Sandwiches We'd Love To Bring Back

    You've likely had the classics like a club sandwich or a pb&j but nothing holds up to these old-school bites that we haven't seen in a very long time.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 1 day ago Read More
  • A fried seafood platter at a restaurant

    7 Chain Restaurants With The Best Fried Seafood Platters, According To Reviews

    These chain restaurants serve some of the best fried seafood platters, with reviews praising their variety of crispy fish, golden shrimp, and generous portions.

    By Stephanie Mee 2 days ago Read More
  • Hot dog in a bun over checkered red and white paper

    The Great Hot Dog Debate: Is Your Frank Legally Considered A Sandwich?

    There are strong opinions on whether a hot dog falls under the category of sandwiches or not. But where does it stand on the legal side of things.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 days ago Read More
  • Watkins Man selling remedies from a horse and buggy

    Whatever Happened To The Door-To-Door Watkins Salesman

    The Watkins Man used to be a known salesperson that went door to door selling a wide range of various products from personal care to cooking accessories.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 2 days ago Read More
  • Six brown eggs in an egg carton

    The Best Way To Cook Eggs To Get Peak Vitamins From Your Yolks

    Most people love a good plate of eggs just for the taste, but also for the nutrition. If you want maximum nutrition, though, cook eggs this way.

    By Crystal Antonace 2 days ago Read More
  • The real Colonel Harland Sanders smiling while wearing his iconic white suit and tie.

    The Time Colonel Sanders Didn't Hold Back About KFC's Food And Got Sued For It

    Despite still being the spokesperson for the company he founded, Colonel Sanders was critical of the food long after he sold the business, and it got him sued.

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay, wearing a polo shirt and looking into the distance.

    How Gordon Ramsay Put An Australian Spin On Surf And Turf

    Gordon Ramsay cooked up a surf and turf meal Australian style for an episode of "Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted." Here are the local Tasmanian ingredients he used.

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • Person making a dessert batter with eggs, flour, and butter

    The Great Depression Era Dessert That's Still Wildly Popular Today

    Some old-school desserts have faded into obscurity with time. But this one, which was born out of necessity, is still just as popular today.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 days ago Read More
  • Counter at a Chick-fil-A restaurant

    Here's What Happens To Chick-Fil-A's Leftover Chicken

    Fast food chains often have a surplus of food leftover at the end of the day. But do they throw it all away? Here's what Chick-fil-A does with its leftovers.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • slow cooker full of veggies

    How Long Can Food Safely Sit In A Slow Cooker On Warm?

    A slow cooker is a gift from the heavens for many cooks. Just set it and forget it, right? Okay, don't forget it too long, or the food won't be safe anymore.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 2 days ago Read More
  • People laughing and eating tacos al pastor in Mexico City.

    The 9 Best Places To Get Tacos In Mexico City

    Discover the best places to get tacos in Mexico City, from iconic restaurants to top-rated taquerías serving authentic flavors you won’t want to miss.

    By Ksenia Prints 3 days ago Read More
  • Black and white of Franklin D. Roosevelt in his office

    The Person To Blame For Franklin D. Roosevelt's Flavorless White House Cuisine

    For the years Franklin D. Roosevelt was in the White House, the kitchen was notorious for churning out less-than-stellar dishes popular during the Depression.

    By Amara Michelle 3 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds a potato chip

    The Alarming Reason You'll Never See Lay's Wow Chips On Store Shelves Again

    Lay's Wow chips were a 1990s sensation that promised fat-free snacking, but there is a good reason you no longer see them on the shelf at your grocery store.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 3 days ago Read More
  • Three cows with yellow tags in their ears looking up from grazing in a green field.

    This South American Country Holds The Crown For The World's Biggest Beef Producer

    The global leader in beef production is also steeped in beefy controversy. This South American country may be at the top for meat packing, but at what cost?

    By Brianna Gunter 3 days ago Read More
  • Assorted wedges of cheese on a wooden cheese board with a cheese knife

    21 Stinky Cheeses You Should Try At Least Once

    How can something so stinky taste so good? Take it from a full-time cheesemonger who has compiled a list of stinky cheeses with plenty of appeal.

    By Nikki Cervone 3 days ago Read More
  • A view of an In-N-Out Burger combo meal.

    How The Animal Style Burger At In-N-Out Was Actually Invented Will Make You Laugh

    Animal Style In-N-Out burgers have an air of urban legend about them, but the story behind how they got started actually does live up to the hype.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 days ago Read More
  • Inside of a recycling facility with recycling materials being moved into sorting containers.

    5 Kinds Of Food Packaging That Aren't Actually Recyclable

    Before you toss that food take-out container into the recycling bin with good intentions, you should know a surprising amount of plastics aren't recyclable.

    By Lauren Bulla 3 days ago Read More
  • Black and white of Frank Sinatra laughing

    The Famous Actor Who Sparked Frank Sinatra's Love Of Jack Daniel's

    Frank Sinatra was known to stand on stage and cheer his love for Jack Daniel's. But until he did, the whiskey wasn't very popular, so how did he learn about it?

    By Andrew Amelinckx 4 days ago Read More
  • Princess Diana wearing pearl drop earrings

    Princess Diana Loved This Crunchy Topping On Her Baked Salmon

    Princess Diana ate salmon a few times a week, and this recipe with a nutty topping was reportedly one of her favorites, providing texture and contrast.

    By Amy Andrews 4 days ago Read More
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