Food & Drink
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Which Stores Are Open (and Closed) on Labor Day?
If you’re looking at a leisurely, long Labor Day weekend, you may also be thinking it wouldn’t be so bad to get through some errands or even (gasp) shop for fun. If you’re worried that stores will be closed for…
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The Best — and Worst! — Fast-Food Sauces
While there are a few staple dipping sauces that most fast-food chains offer (think ranch, barbecue, and honey mustard), the reality is that most of those condiments taste pretty much the same across the board. Specialty sauces that offer unique…
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25 Times Companies Promised More Than They Could Deliver
Most companies want nothing more than to drum up demand. Special promotions and flashy launches are one way to create buzz, even if the product ends up flopping. Other times, these products need no special marketing, selling like crazy on…
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Starbucks Raised Pumpkin Spice Prices — Where to Get Your Fall Fix Instead
Starbucks is bringing back the seasonal favorite that America can’t get enough of: the pumpkin spice latte. Like seemingly everything else, though, it’s fallen victim to inflation. The popular drink will cost about 4% more than last year, CNN reports,…
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This Pair Blew Past the World Record for Most Fast-Food Outings in 24 Hours
The Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours used to be 50 — but no more. Social media chefs Nick DiGiovanni (a former “MasterChef” finalist) and Lynn Davis (of “Cooking with Lynja”) blew through the record by…
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14 of the Most Expensive Restaurants in America
Splurging on a good restaurant typically means ordering the special and some drinks. But America’s most elite fine-dining restaurants take decadence to a whole other level, serving up meticulously thoughtful service and mysteriously delicious dishes. If you’re looking for a…
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Easy and Delicious Recipes That Start with Cake Mix
Everyone wants to save time in the kitchen, and that’s especially true for little luxuries such as dessert. Resourceful cooks have figured out how to use boxed cake mix as…
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30 Strange But Surprisingly Tasty Local Foods to Try
Regional foods can often seem odd — unless, of course, they’re from your region. America is a big place, and in nearly every part of the country there are specialities…
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50 Things to Pick Up at the Grocery Store This Fall
As the weather changes from hot to cold, it’s a good idea to change your home-cooking menu to reflect seasonal dishes and availability. From end-of-summer sales on items that will…
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Trader Joe’s Shoppers Share Their Favorite ‘Non-Food’ Items
After braving the nerve-wracking Trader Joe’s parking lot, the first thing most shoppers see is a lush collection of houseplants and orchids. It’s an immediate reminder that the grocery chain…
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Treat Your Pup to a Special Snack on National Dog Day
To celebrate National Dog Day, some restaurants are offering special treats for your furry pal. Chains across the country, including Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, and Sonic, are offering dog-friendly snacks such as…
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‘Brain Freeze,’ 7-Eleven Wine, and More Fun Facts About America’s First Convenience Store
Few stores are more ingrained in the fabric of American culture than 7-Eleven. Still, the world’s largest convenience-store chain has some secrets unknown to even its most loyal customers, including…
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Is This the Most Hated Taco Bell Item?
Fans of Taco Bell are some of the most devoted in the world of fast food — you might even call them superfans. They get married at a Bell-themed wedding chapel…
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Fast Food Sauces We Loved (and Loathed) That Have Been Discontinued
Nothing is ever permanent in the ruthless world of fast food. Favorites come and go, while head-scratching items remain on menus eternally. This is especially true for sauces, and while…
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Kevin Hart Is Opening a Vegan Fast Food Restaurant
Kevin Hart is joining the ranks of celebrities with restaurants — by opening a vegan fast food joint in Los Angeles. Hart House has an entirely plant-based menu featuring burg’rs,…
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Easy and Delicious Rice and Bean Recipes From Around the World
You can open a can of black beans and pour them over a bag of precooked rice for an easy, tasty, and hearty meal. But rice and beans can be so much…
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Forget Ice Cream: Best Frozen Yogurt Shops Across America
If you’re looking to expand your dessert horizons beyond the fallback ice cream scoops, there are tons of frozen yogurt shops to delight your taste buds. From bold and unusual…
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Stocking the Freezer? Here’s How Long Your Favorite Foods Will Last
Maybe your most recent freezer sweep will yield some surprises: slices of homemade bread that have crumbled beyond use; freezer-burned fruit stored for healthy shakes never made; and those long-forgotten,…
