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  • A blue bowl of smooth mashed potatoes with butter and potatoes nearby.
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Dylan Murray 6 days ago

    Easily Upgrade Instant Mashed Potatoes With More Of The Star Ingredient

    Instant mashed potatoes are convenient, but they don't offer the same taste or texture as the real thing. Easily upgrade them with this simple ingredient.

    By Dylan Murray 6 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of aldi grocery store
    Grocery
    Grocery By Joe Thristino 6 days ago

    Lidl Vs Aldi — Which Has The Best Food Bargains?

    It's the battle of two budget grocery stores: Who was a better bargain, Aldi or Lidl? We compared costs of some popular household items to find out.

    By Joe Thristino 6 days ago Read More
  • Chef/TV personality Jacques Pepin attends The Culinary Institute of America's 2011 Augie Awards at The New York Marriott Marquis on March 30, 2011 in New York City.
    TV
    TV By Kristine Belonio 6 days ago

    The Popular Sweet Treat You Won't Find Chef Jacques Pépin Snacking On

    Chef and author Jacques Pepin loves a wide variety of food items. However, he's mentioned one confectionery treat as his least favorite — on many occasions.

    By Kristine Belonio 6 days ago Read More
  • A number of Mars bars lined up with each other.
    Grocery
    Grocery By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago

    11 Popular Brands Mars Inc. Actually Owns

    Mars Inc. may be synonymous with the candy bar which shares its name, but the company is one of the biggest in the country and also runs these popular brands.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of alfredo pasta with lots of creamy sauce and parsley
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago

    The Cheesy (And Lazy) Mistake That Ruins Homemade Alfredo Sauce

    When making a homemade Alfredo sauce, you can end up with a rich, silky texture or a grainy paste. Much of it comes down to avoiding this one mistake.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a pile of plastic grocery bags in different colors
    Storage and Preservation Tips
    Storage and Preservation Tips By Joe Thristino 6 days ago

    13 Genius Ways To Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags

    Have you been collecting plastic grocery bags and don't know why? Instead of tossing them, make them useful again. Here are 13 ideas to get you started.

    By Joe Thristino 6 days ago Read More
  • Cooked tater tots on a black plate
    History
    History By Laura Christine Allan 6 days ago

    The Underhanded Bribe That Made Tater Tots A Breakfast Staple

    Tater tots are great, but when they were first invented it took some convincing to get people on board, which is why it took a bribe to kickstart their success.

    By Laura Christine Allan 6 days ago Read More
  • Two slices of pizza plated on a table with pink drinks in wine glasses, in front of a gondola on a canal
    History
    History By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago

    What Made The World's Most Expensive Pizza Worth $10,000

    Once upon a time, there was a real pizza that cost $10,000. Its price tag was a combination of extravagance and creative pizza-making taken to new heights.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • Can of water on blue background
    Grocery
    Grocery By Moriah House 6 days ago

    You Rarely See Canned Water In Stores — What's The Deal With That?

    Canned water may be a popular offering at festivals, but it's pretty hard to come by in the grocery store. Discover why you may not see it on store shelves.

    By Moriah House 6 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. against a neutral background
    History
    History By Kristine Belonio 6 days ago

    The Sweet Southern Treat That Martin Luther King Jr Loved For Dessert

    Dr. Martin Luther King was a Southern food enthusiast, and counted many of the region's specialties as favorites — including this richly decadent dessert.

    By Kristine Belonio 6 days ago Read More
  • An Amazon Echo on a table in a home
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Joe Thristino 6 days ago

    The 12 Kitchen Gadgets You Can Use With Alexa

    If you're looking for a way to make your kitchen smarter, there are plenty of devices available. Here's 12 kitchen tools with built-in Alexa capability.

    By Joe Thristino 6 days ago Read More
  • A plate with half oysters in the shell, mignonette sauce, and lemon wedges, next to glasses of sparkling wine
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago

    Here's How To Upgrade Your Oyster Mignonette For The Summertime

    Looking to add a bit of sunshine to your next oyster feast? Our expert has some suggestions on how to bring the flavors of summer to this seafood staple.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • An empty beer bottle on top of a stack of dollar bills.
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Maria Scinto 6 days ago

    3 Types Of Beer That Are Always A Little Overpriced (And One That Isn't)

    Sometimes beer is affordable, but not always. These three types of beer are almost always a little overpriced, but there's one that's worth the extra money.

    By Maria Scinto 6 days ago Read More
  • A group of chickens surrounding an egg.
    Chicken Chains
    Chicken Chains By Cassie Womack 6 days ago

    Chick-Fil-A Swore To Use Cage-Free Eggs By 2026 — It's Failing

    In 2016, Chick-fil-A pledged to use only cage-free eggs by 2026. It has failed to do so. Discover why Chick-fil-A has yet to meet its decade-old pledge.

    By Cassie Womack 6 days ago Read More
  • A small bowl of olive oil with olive branches scattered around and a spoon dripping oil back into the bowl
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Brian Udall 6 days ago

    The Best Olive Oils Will Always Come In This Type Of Bottle

    To narrow down your choices of olive oils at the store, select ones with this type of bottle. There's a valid reason for it, according to this expert.

    By Brian Udall 6 days ago Read More
  • Man looking at meat in a supermarket
    Stores And Chains
    Stores And Chains By Joe Thristino 6 days ago

    12 Grocery Store Meat Departments Shoppers Complain About Most

    When you are purchasing beef or chicken, you want to make sure you are getting something safe and of the highest quality. Not all stores fulfill this need.

    By Joe Thristino 6 days ago Read More
  • Raw ground beef on wooden cutting board surrounded by vegetables like green onions, tomatoes, and garlic bulbs
    Cooking
    Cooking By Laura Christine Allan 6 days ago

    The Old-School '60s Ground Beef Dish That Needs To Make A Comeback

    The 1960s birthed plenty of recipes that should stay in the past, but this easy ground beef dish isn't one of them. Here's why you should make it this week.

    By Laura Christine Allan 6 days ago Read More
  • Oprah Winfrey headshot
    Entertainment
    Entertainment By Moriah House 6 days ago

    Oprah's Favorite Snack Comes From A Chicago Icon (And She Loves Mixing Flavors)

    One of Oprah’s favorite snacks comes from a beloved Chicago institution, and her unique way of enjoying it makes the treat even more irresistible.

    By Moriah House 6 days ago Read More
  • Black and white photo of couple cutting tiered wedding cake
    History
    History By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago

    The World's Oldest Preserved Wedding Cake Radiates Victorian-Era Opulence

    The world's oldest wedding cake doesn't just look like it's from the Victorian Era; it actually is from the Victorian Era. Amazingly, it's still standing.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Hands loading a takeout food container into a brown paper bag
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Lottë Reford 7 days ago

    Should You Be Tipping On Takeout Orders You Pick Up? Here's What Restaurant Workers Say

    Tipping isn't as obvious as it could be, and with inflation hitting everyone's wallets many of us are wondering if we really need to be tipping on takeout.

    By Lottë Reford 7 days ago Read More
  • Multiple people toast with mimosas in champagne flutes by the pool
    Alcohol and Cocktail
    Alcohol and Cocktail By Melanie Andrade 7 days ago

    11 Additions That'll Make Your Brunch Mimosas Unforgettable

    Mimosas are a beloved brunch cocktail, but there's always room for improvement. We spoke with chefs, bartenders, and aficionados to discover some easy upgrades.

    By Melanie Andrade 7 days ago Read More
  • Ice cream dish with glass of beer
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Rolland Judd 7 days ago

    The Best Beer To Kick Back With While Enjoying A Bowl Of Vanilla Ice Cream

    If ice cream makes you happy and beer hits the spot, why not combine the two? This is the best beer to sip on while eating a bowl of vanilla ice cream.

    By Rolland Judd 7 days ago Read More
  • Boxes of Little Debbie Cosmic Brownies for sale at a supermarket
    History
    History By Joe Hoeffner 7 days ago

    Little Debbie Is A Real Person (And Her Parents Were Surprised She Got Turned Into A Mascot)

    Have you ever wondered how the Little Debbie snack cakes logo came about? Well, it's actually based on a real person, and her parents were not briefed on it.

    By Joe Hoeffner 7 days ago Read More
  • Three hands, each holding a colorful blended Starbucks drink
    Coffee Shops
    Coffee Shops By Lottë Reford 7 days ago

    10 Custom Starbucks Drink Ideas Baristas Want You To Try

    Former and current Starbucks workers know how to get creative with the menu. Here are some of their favorite easy-to-recreate combinations.

    By Lottë Reford 7 days ago Read More
  • KFC, Chick-fil-A and Popeyes to go boxes and bags on wooden board
    Menu Items
    Menu Items By Timothy Rawles 7 days ago

    Which Has Better Boneless Fried Chicken: KFC, Chick-Fil-A Or Popeyes?

    We ranked three of the biggest chicken chains on factors like flavor, crunch, size, and price to determine if there's really a best fast food chicken tender.

    By Timothy Rawles 7 days ago Read More
  • A wooden spoon stirring a cast iron skillet of cooked ground beef.
    Cooking
    Cooking By Laura Christine Allan 7 days ago

    The Old-School Ground Beef Breakfast Combo That Deserves A Revival

    For a breakfast that fills you up and gets your day started right, this old-school ground beef breakfast combo is one that surely won't disappoint.

    By Laura Christine Allan 7 days ago Read More
  • Open bag of microwave popcorn with popcorn spilling out in microwave
    Cooking
    Cooking By Kat Olvera 7 days ago

    The TikTok Popcorn Hack That Could Burn Your House Down

    Who doesn't love a good popcorn hack? But this TikTok trick is probably not worth the risk of your house going up in flames — along with the popcorn.

    By Kat Olvera 7 days ago Read More
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