People have been pioneering and sharing their own special Starbucks recipes since the dawn of the internet, but here in the age of our new TikTok overlords, Starbucks “secret menu” drinks have exploded. Thanks to the amount of ingredients Starbucks…
With the economy on shaky footing and inflation sticking around, fast food has come out as a real winner in 2023. McDonald’s saw sales soar by 10.3% in the fourth quarter of 2022, buoyed by low-income consumers who’re “trading down”…
National Coffee Day, which takes place on Sept. 29, honors one of America’s best-loved drinks. Across the country, coffee chains and restaurants usually offer discounts and freebies to celebrate this caffeinated beverage. Every year, we look forward to which chains…
If it’s possible for any aspect of the biggest chain in the galaxy to be underrated, it’s Starbucks’ breakfast menu. Coffee may be the beating heart, but if you look closely, you’ll see that the chain’s hot breakfast menu items…
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to prepare a healthy and nutritious meal three times a day can be a challenge. While most of us probably wouldn’t count on fast-food chains to deliver a protein-rich meal, some chains offer healthier…
Starbucks is switching up its ice game — and customers are extremely divided about the change. The coffee giant is gradually transitioning to using round, pellet-like nugget ice for cold beverages from the rectangular ice chunks currently used, and while…
“You acknowledge that eating the Reaper can cause you harm, including but not limited to, bodily injury, property damage, emotional distress, or even death.” I am not used to contemplating my…
The pumpkin spice latte’s cultural relevance and staying power — this year, it turns 20 — can be explained by a simple fact: It’s the most popular seasonal beverage at Starbucks. Flavor…
Devoted fans of White Castle, which has been slinging its miniature burgers for a century, know that the chain doesn’t have all that many locations west of the Mississippi or south…
Orlando, known globally for its theme parks and vibrant entertainment scene, also boasts a diverse fast-food landscape. Whether you’re taking a break from the roller coasters or just craving a…
Food “holidays” are as weird as the people who probably created them. But no matter the reason National Cheeseburger Day exists, we should thank the creator because it means we…
Rivalries are a beautiful thing. Be it in sports, geography, or even fast food, they’re an endless well of conversation. In the fast-food world, it’s rare to find somebody who…
Though traditionally known for its pancakes, the International House of Pancakes (IHOP) has carved out quite a name for itself in the breakfast game. If you’ve ever rolled into an…
The Fast-Food Landscape in the U.S. The convenience that fast food provides on a daily basis in this country is unparalleled. Almost no dining experience is as controlled and readily available as…
We all stop at fast-food restaurants now and again, especially if we’re in a hurry. But the money you’re spending on all those trips to the drive-thru can add up…
As much as we’d all like to cook wholesome, homemade meals every night, few people have the time, energy, or know-how to put together seven dinners a week. And so…
Chick-fil-A doesn’t have a large menu. Unlike other fast food chains, they pretty much stick to one thing — chicken — and do it really well. So when there’s a…
Some fast food mascots have remarkable staying power. Ronald McDonald, for example, is decades older than most of his customers today. Other mascots come and go too quickly to remember.…