Food & Drink
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Cheerwine and More Regional Sodas the Rest of the Country Needs
The biggest brands in some industries are so dominant we can forget there’s a wider variety of options to choose from. This is surely the case when it comes to soft drinks, with big names such as Coca-Cola and Pepsi…
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Food Trucks Worth Following in Every Major City
There were already legions of loyal food truck fanatics who always preferred restaurants on wheels before the pandemic. But when America’s restaurant industry collapsed, a whole lot of sit-down traditionalists realized that they’d been ignoring gems that had been hiding…
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20 Foods Americans Eat Now That They Never Heard of 20 Years Ago
The pace of everything in American culture seems accelerated these days, and cuisine is no exception. The 21st century’s increased emphasis on health and local foods has brought with it a slew of now-commonplace ingredients that most diners would have…
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23 Indulgent Theme Park Foods to Try This Summer
From iconic classics to creative new bites, these theme park foods have earned praise from visitors and food critics alike.
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19 Ways to Make an Ordinary Grilled Cheese Extraordinary
A feel-good classic, the grilled cheese sandwich can be simple, elaborate, or totally offbeat. At its core are two slices of bread, sliced or grated cheese, and a little butter. The basic steps: Butter each slice of bread on one…
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10 Essential Grill Tools for $20 or Less
An arsenal of inexpensive but high-quality grill tools can help ensure a smooth and enjoyable season of summer barbecues and outdoor fetes. Memorial Day is nearing as the unofficial start of barbecue season, and these useful accessories should become staples…
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The Best Tips and Tricks for Buying Groceries with Instacart
Online shopping is a convenient way to check errands off your to-do list without leaving the house. As shoppers choose grocery delivery for a number of reasons, Instacart is one…
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Essential Barbecue: 20 Dishes Every Meat Eater Should Devour
Have you ever had a barbecue bucket list? If you’re an avowed meat-eater, you probably should. Smoked meats of all kinds have a long history in the United States, and…
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Fried Chicken Recipes You Have to Try
You may associate fried chicken most with the American south, but cultures all over the world fry up their own versions of the bird. The seasonings and accompaniments may be…
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History in a Glass: Fascinating Legends Behind 20 Famous Cocktails
Although cocktails are thought to be as American as apple pie, they’re actually a hand-me-down from the British. The Brits were known for alcoholic punches, in which they mixed liquor,…
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The Most Refreshing Cocktails From Around the World
May 13 is World Cocktail Day, and what better way to acknowledge the arrival of warmer weather than with a summery drink that reminds us of a far-flung place? If your…
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Breakfast Cereals That Have Been Around for Generations
Bacon and eggs are delicious, but there isn’t always time in the morning to cook a big breakfast. Enter cereal. Offering an easy morning meal, cereal has been a household…
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The Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Joint in Every State
Hole-in-the-wall eateries are often ones you might overlook from the outside, but they can host some of the best bites at unbeatable prices inside. Here are the best breakfast hole-in-the-wall…
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Breakfast Foods With Sky-High Calorie Counts
From doughnuts to breakfast burritos, we ranked popular morning foods by calorie count to reveal which ones pack the biggest punch.
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The One Iconic Food That Was Launched the Year You Were Born
Happy birthday, McRib! The polarizing McDonald’s sandwich is turning 40 this year, having made its debut as a test item in 1981. As history has shown, the saucy, sloppy seasonal…
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These Are the Best Places to Order Steak, Pork, and Other Meat Online
Holiday season is here, and with it comes celebrations full of juicy prime rib, pork roasts, and other tasty slabs of meat. If you can’t find your favorites at the…
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Restaurants That Changed American Dining Forever
There are few things more central to a culture than what we eat, and over time a handful of influential restaurants have inspired a significant shift in how we eat.…
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The Strangest Things You Can Make With Your Slow Cooker
It’s no secret slow cookers are ideal for making soups, stews, and pot roasts. After all, slow cookers are sealed at the top, which allows moisture to baste ingredients and…
