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  • A fish sandwich with tomato and tartar sauce
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Julia Mullaney

    The Fast Food Chain That Carries The Cheapest Fish Sandwich

    If all that can satisfy you is a fish sandwich but you're trying to save some spare change, take a look at the fast food chain that carries the cheapest option.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Basket of fried pickle spears with ranch
    Cooking
    Cooking By Brianna Persons

    10 Tips For The Crispiest Fried Pickles Of Your Life

    Perhaps you've never considered making fried pickles at home, but why not? We asked an expert for the best fried pickle tips to try in your home kitchen.

    By Brianna Persons Read More
  • Handover of McDonald's bag
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Amelie Maurice-Jones

    Why McDonald's Mighty Wings Never Really Took Flight With Customers

    McDonald's offered bone-in chicken wings in the 1990s and 2000s, then off and on in the 2010s, but the menu item hasn't exactly been a success. Here's why.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • A plate containing grilled steak, asparagus, and potatoes.
    Drinks
    Drinks By Eugenia Lazaris

    5 Nonalcoholic Drinks That Pair Best With Your Steak Dinner

    Steak dinners aren't complete without a perfect drink, and it doesn't have to be alcoholic. Here are the five best nonalcoholic drinks to pair with steak.

    By Eugenia Lazaris Read More
  • a triple-stacked smash burger with crispy, thin patties
    Shopping
    Shopping By Sonora Slater

    Aldi Shoppers Are Skipping Fast Food In Favor Of These Frozen Smash Burgers

    If you're a fan of fast food style smash burgers, there's good news on your horizon because Aldi is bringing them back to its shelves.

    By Sonora Slater Read More
  • A collage of restaurant signs and dishes
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Katie Melynn

    13 Chain Restaurants Kid's Menus, Ranked

    Going to a restaurant with kids can be tricky, but these chain restaurants offer kids' menus that aim to make the experience a little smoother.

    By Katie Melynn Read More
  • Chicken-fried steak dish
    Cooking
    Cooking By Julia Mullaney

    The Biggest Tell As To Whether Your Steak Has Been Country Fried Or Chicken Fried

    You might see chicken- and country-fried steaks on menus and wonder if there's any difference. There is, and here's how to tell the two apart.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Iced coffee with coffee ice cubes
    Drinks
    Drinks By Buffy Naillon

    12 Creative Ways To Add Flavor To Your Ice Cubes

    The worst part about enjoying an iced drink is when that ice melts and waters down your libation. Try these flavored ice cubes recipes to save your cold sips.

    By Buffy Naillon Read More
  • Doggie Diner's scary dog mascot
    Facts
    Facts By Andrew Amelinckx

    This Defunct Vintage Fast Food Chain Had One Of The Most Horrifying Mascots We've Ever Seen

    A fast food restaurant's mascot should create a lasting impression. This might have worked too well in the case of a creepy mascot that outlived its chain.

    By Andrew Amelinckx Read More
  • 3 soda bottles in ice
    Kitchen
    Kitchen By Hanan Z. Naqeeb

    Don't Throw Away Those 2-Liter Soda Bottles. Use Them For This Gardening Hack Instead

    If you have a 2-liter soda bottle lying around, you can use it for this fun DIY project. Here's how to create a mini greenhouse using an old plastic bottle.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • Woman drinking iced coffee with coconut flakes
    Drinks
    Drinks By Orianna McDavid

    8 Best Fruit Flavored Syrups You Should Be Adding To Coffee

    Fruit flavored syrups might not seem like they have a place in your morning cup of joe. However, these are 8 of the best you can add to coffee.

    By Orianna McDavid Read More
  • Rack of ribs on a wooden serving board
    Cooking
    Cooking By Julia Mullaney

    Here's Why Texas Roadhouse Ribs Are So Tender

    Texas Roadhouse is well-known for its high-quality steaks, but it also has high-quality ribs known for being tender. Here's how the chain makes them.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • McDonald's bag on table
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Tim Forster

    Why McDonald's Failed In This Nordic Country

    Fast food giant McDonald's has a worldwide footprint. However, there's at least one Nordic nation that's completely devoid of the Golden Arches.

    By Tim Forster Read More
  • Roasted, boneless prime rib beef roast, sliced thick on a cutting board
    Cooking
    Cooking By Andy Hume

    What To Serve With Prime Rib: The Best Sides For Your Steak

    Prime rib makes for an impressive main course, but acing the cook on your beef is only half the battle. Here are the best sides to eat wth your steak.

    By Andy Hume Read More
  • Ice cream with a backdrop of coffee beans
    Cooking
    Cooking By Dhruv Trivedi

    Don't Toss Out That Old Coffee Can! Use It To Make Ice Cream Instead

    There's nothing better than reusing old stuff and putting it to good use. That's doubly true when you get delicious ice cream out of the bargain.

    By Dhruv Trivedi Read More
  • Collection of various Sweet Baby Ray's sauces
    Shopping
    Shopping By Emily M Alexander

    17 Sweet Baby Ray's Flavors, Ranked

    After trying and ranking 17 of Sweet Baby Ray's sauces, we can say with complete confidence that there is not a bad sauce in the bunch.

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • Large serving of cooked fries on layered sheets of parchment paper
    Cooking
    Cooking By Crystal Antonace

    Top Off Your Fries With One Addition For A Life-Changing Experience

    French fries really are some of the most satisfying snacks. They make a killer meal, too, especially when they're topped with this life-changing ingredient.

    By Crystal Antonace Read More
  • Gravy in a white ceramic gravy boat next to vegetables on a wooden board
    Cooking
    Cooking By Megan Shoop-Volz

    The Canned Ingredient That Makes A Delicious Mashed Potato Gravy Base

    Mashed potatoes are a beloved side dish, but they might be even better covered in rich, creamy gravy. Luckily, all you need is one canned ingredient.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz Read More
  • Cheesecake Factory pizza and cheesecake
    Facts
    Facts By Julia Mullaney

    How The Cheesecake Factory Prepares Most Of Its Food May Surprise You

    The Cheesecake Factory is known for its huge menu (and the cheesecake), but how the restaurant chain manages to prepare most of the menu is pretty surprising.

    By Julia Mullaney Read More
  • Cut and whole sweet potatoes on a board
    Cooking
    Cooking By Hanan Z. Naqeeb

    How Sweet Potatoes Are A Gamechanger For Gluten-Free Cooking

    If you're following a gluten-free diet, sweet potatoes are your best friend. Here's how to incorporate this gluten-free staple into your cooking.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • Frozen burger patties in a box
    Kitchen
    Kitchen By Sarah Dealy

    10 Delicious Ways To Upgrade Frozen Store-Bought Burgers

    Store-bought, frozen burger patties are a convenient food option. Plus, you can easily elevate them into a flavorful meal with a few tips and tricks.

    By Sarah Dealy Read More
  • Pasta with eggplant and tomato sauce in a white bowl
    Cooking
    Cooking By Amara Michelle

    Canned Eggplant Is The Quick And Easy Upgrade Your Pasta Deserves

    Pasta is one of those infinitely variable dishes that truly sings with the right ingredients. Canned eggplant is easily one of those ingredients.

    By Amara Michelle Read More
  • Person smashing burgers
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Amelie Maurice-Jones

    This Old-School Restaurant Chain Made Fast Food History Back In The '70s

    While you might think of McDonald's Happy Meal as a first-of-its-kind fast food kid's meal, the chain's biggest competitor in the 1970s pioneered the idea.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones Read More
  • Lobsters on a tray
    Cooking
    Cooking By Hanan Z. Naqeeb

    Every Lobster Lover Should Know This Trick For Easy Shell Removal

    If lobster is on the menu for dinner tonight, you'll probably want to try this hack. Here's how to ensure that your lobster shells glide off easily.

    By Hanan Z. Naqeeb Read More
  • Loaves of sourdough in a bakery
    Facts
    Facts By Adam Raphael

    What Exactly Gives Sourdough Bread Its Signature Flavor?

    There's plenty of tasty science that explains just how sourdough bread gets its signature flavor. Here are some of the chemical culprits behind the taste.

    By Adam Raphael Read More
  • Person putting red sauce on pizza with scoop
    Cooking
    Cooking By Sara Klimek

    17 Best Sauces To Use On Pizza, Besides Tomato

    Discover bold, delicious pizza sauces beyond classic tomato - from creamy, spicy, and tangy to herb-packed blends that elevate your pizza making repertoire.

    By Sara Klimek Read More
  • Hands hold a head of butter lettuce
    Cooking
    Cooking By Camryn Teder

    How To Clean Butter Lettuce Without Ruining Its Delicate Leaves

    Butter lettuce is a perfect choice for many dishes, but cleaning it can be a hassle. Here's the best way to do it so you don't ruin its delicate leaves.

    By Camryn Teder Read More
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