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  • Donald Trump eating with gold fork

    Does Trump Follow The New Dietary Guidelines? — Here's How MAHA Compares To The President's Diet

    Make America Healthy Again, under the direction of Trump's administration aims to turn around the country's health crisis. But does the president follow it?

    By Joe Thristino 12 days ago Read More
  • Unboxed McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich

    The Unique Meatless Sandwich That McDonald's Almost Sold Instead Of The Filet-O-Fish

    Before the Filet-O-Fish, McDonald’s nearly sold a very different meatless sandwich that had a tropical twist. Here’s the forgotten item that almost won.

    By Kat Olvera 13 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's storefront with the golden arches and store logo on the front on stone facade. The picture is taken from the parking lot in front of the building.

    11 Smart Ways To Save Money At McDonald's

    McDonald's has always offered cheap, convenient food, but prices have been on the rise. These money-saving tips can help stretch your dollar even further.

    By Julia Lauzon 13 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of a McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich in front of an order of fries

    The Stinky Reason McDonald's Didn't Want To Sell The Filet-O-Fish

    McDonald's didn't want to sell the Filet-O-Fish at first due to one stinky problem -- but it went on to become a fast-food classic regardless.

    By Laura Christine Allan 13 days ago Read More
  • Hot dogs wrapped in bacon, with onions, peppers, and condiments on a street vendor's cart in San Francisco

    The Creative Hot Dogs That Make San Francisco Stand Out

    You can't go to San Francisco without trying these iconic dogs. Whether you buy one off the street or at a restaurant, this style of dog shouldn't be missed.

    By Laura Christine Allan 13 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a coffee shop with tables and chairs

    The Red Flag That Should Send You Running Out Of A Coffee Shop, According To A Former Barista

    Keep an eye out for this coffee shop red flag the next time you order your caffeine fix. It can turn your experience into a bitter one (literally).

    By Kylie Werner 14 days ago Read More
  • Various fast food items like nuggets, fries, burgers, chicken strips laid out on yellow surface

    86 Years Ago, This Fast Food Restaurant Opened With A First-Of-Its-Kind Menu

    This fast food restaurant can be considered the pioneer of this kind of menu. The business is still thriving decades later, and its menu has greatly expanded.

    By Joe Hoeffner 15 days ago Read More
  • Plate of loaded nachos with a side of salsa

    64 Years Ago, This Popular Mexican Chain Opened For The First Time

    64 years ago, a now-popular Mexican fast food chain opened its doors for the first time in California, forever changing the American dining landscape.

    By Ellery Weil 15 days ago Read More
  • A promotional image for Chipotle's Nacho Hack featuring cups of sauces and protein

    This Chipotle Secret Nacho Hack Is Finally On The Menu — But There's A Catch

    Chipotle fans don't have to rely on the nacho hack anymore because the chain finally added the long-coveted dish to the menu — just in time for the Super Bowl.

    By Cassie Womack 16 days ago Read More
  • Chips Ahoy products on store shelf

    The Hazardous Reason Chips Ahoy Recalled Its Baked Bites Brookies

    The makers of Chips Ahoy cookies just expanded its recall of its Baked Bites Brookies product in the US. What not-so-delicious reason was behind the recall?

    By Rolland Judd 16 days ago Read More
  • A Wendy's bag being held up in front of a Wendy's restaurant

    The Once-Popular Wendy's Sandwich Line We Wish Would Come Back

    Wendy’s once had a popular sandwich line many fans still miss today. Here’s what made it different than the fast food chain's current offerings.

    By Laura Christine Allan 16 days ago Read More
  • Close up of pepperoni pizza for Pizza Hut

    Pizza Hut Shuttering 250 Locations Across The US — Here's Why

    If Pizza Hut is your go-to for fast food pies, you may want to consider ordering from there ASAP. 250 Pizza Hut restaurants will be closing in 2026.

    By Dennis Lee 17 days ago Read More
  • hand holding mcnugget with caviar

    McDonald's Caviar McNuggets Bring Some Class To A Kiddy Classic

    Soon, some lucky McDonald's fans will be able to get free caviar kits to top their McNuggets with. We got an early sample, and here's what we thought.

    By Dennis Lee 17 days ago Read More
  • An array of foods from Starbird Chicken, one of the premier vendors for Super Bowl LX

    How Starbird Is Gearing Up To Sling Chicken Tenders At Levi's Stadium This Super Bowl

    Super Bowl attendees can expect to see a whole lot of chicken tenders at Levi's Stadium this Sunday. California-based Starbird Chicken is the one to thank.

    By Dylan Murray 17 days ago Read More
  • A Wendy's burger next to a red cup of Wendy's chili, fries, and a milkshake

    Wendy's Is Debuting Its New Baconator Chili — But Here's The Catch

    Wendy's chili has an avid fan base that's just been rewarded with the announcement of the new Baconator Chili. Before you get too excited, here's the catch.

    By Laura Christine Allan 17 days ago Read More
  • A Del Taco drink cup and menu items on a table

    Del Taco's Seafood Menu Is Back In Time For Lent - Here's What You Can Order

    Seafood and Lent go hand in hand like bread and butter, and Del Taco is not trying to get left behind. This year, you can expect to see these items on offer.

    By Jessica Riggio 18 days ago Read More
  • The Royal Family taking part in Trooping the Colour to mark the King's official birthday.

    The 11 Favorite Foods Of The British Royal Family

    Fancy eating like a king (or prince, or princess)? Here are the foods favored by members of the British royal family. They might not be what you expect.

    By Andy Beth Miller 18 days ago Read More
  • A toy of the Gold Happy Meal Box from McDonald's, next to a Lil McDonald's container and white McDonald's takeout box.

    The Popular McDonald's Happy Meal Toy Recalled For Burning Skin

    In 2016, McDonald's launched a popular Happy Meal toy that would turn out to be a major mistake, as it ended up being recalled after just a few days.

    By Kristine Belonio 19 days ago Read More
  • Impossible whopper, fries, and drink from Burger King

    Fast Food Chains With The Best Vegetarian And Vegan Options, Ranked

    It can be difficult to dine out on a plant-based diet, but some fast food chains manage to satisfy both vegetarians and vegans at any time of day.

    By Anais Aguilera 19 days ago Read More
  • Pieces of fried chicken on a white plate with a blue-checked table cloth

    This Major Fried Chicken Chain That Thrived In The '80s Only Has 2 Locations Left

    If you're not from the city where this fried chicken chain's only two restaurants are, you might not have even heard of it -- but there used to be hundreds.

    By Ellery Weil 20 days ago Read More
  • Spread of food from McDonald's in the 1990s

    We Desperately Miss When Fast Food Chains Offered This Collectible Item

    Beyond burgers, fries, and milkshakes, many fast food chains also used to sell collectible items. Now these quirky treasures are hard to come by.

    By Ellery Weil 20 days ago Read More
  • Five Guys French fries in a white cup and a Five Guys cheeseburger.

    How To Score Five Guys' Secret Menu Loaded Fries

    Loaded fries aren't officially on the Five Guys menu — but that doesn't mean you can't order them. Discover how to get loaded fries at the chain.

    By Dylan Murray 20 days ago Read More
  • A Dunkin' sourdough breakfast sandwich with hash browns, a croissant sandwich, and a drink

    The Ingredient That Makes Dunkin's Sourdough Extra Tasty

    If your day can't begin without a Dunkin' sourdough breakfast sandwich, it's thanks to the unique secret ingredient behind Dunkin's extra tasty sourdough bread.

    By Haley McNamara 21 days ago Read More
  • The outside of a Starbucks that has a drive thru

    11 Creative Ways To Save Money At Starbucks

    Visiting Starbucks can be expensive, especially if you go there a lot. Here are some tried and tested ways to make your visits more affordable.

    By Kylie Werner 21 days ago Read More
  • Wide shot exterior of an A & W restaurant on a sunny day

    15 Of The Oldest Chain Restaurants Still Up And Running In The US

    There are many eateries across the U.S. with multiple locations that have been around forever. These are among those that have the longest histories.

    By Joe Thristino 21 days ago Read More
  • Counter at a fast-food restaurant, with seating on a platform above

    The Oldest Fast Food Restaurant Chain In The World Has Been Serving Food Since 1899

    You may think of burgers or buckets of fried chicken when picturing the earliest fast food joints, but the first restaurant of its kind wasn't even American.

    By Ellery Weil 21 days ago Read More
  • Bojangles fried chicken tenders with biscuit and fries on a paper plate with box and drink in background

    The Secret Behind Bojangles' Chicken Is This Lengthy Process

    Bojangles is quickly making a name for itself in the fast food world thanks to its delicious fried chicken which benefits from this lengthy process.

    By Haley McNamara 22 days ago Read More
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