Food Trends & Trivia
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This Is the Most Popular Pancake Topping In Your State (Besides Syrup)
Even though they date back to ancient Greece (and possibly earlier), there aren’t many things in the U.S. food scene more American than a pancake. Every person has their way of dressing them up, but how does that change from…
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10 Foolproof Hacks To Make Frozen Vegetables Taste Fresh
Eating a balanced diet that’s rich in fruits and vegetables is crucial for maintaining good health and vitality. These foods are packed with essential nutrients and antioxidants that support bodily functions and boost the immune system. However, while frozen vegetables…
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Nostalgia on a Plate: Old-Fashioned Cakes Our Grandparents Used to Make
These days, the average home chef typically only bakes cakes for birthdays or special occasions, and a great deal of those home chefs are opting for a box of Betty Crocker cake mix. But we remember heading over to Grandma’s…
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10 Ridiculous Food Holidays That You Won’t Believe Exist
There are more food holidays than any one person can count. It really seems like if you can think of any sort of ingredient or dish, there’s a national holiday to celebrate it. But you’ve already heard about National Chocolate…
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8 Movies Where Fast Food Plays a Starring Role
There are plenty of movies about chefs, but what about fry cooks? It feels like not often enough do we get a movie tied directly to fast food. Looking for some great fast-food centric movies? Check out these eight, and…
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Expired Condiments, Dirty Lettuce, and Other Fast-Food Red Flags
While fast-food restaurants are hardly known for their customer service, one would at least expect them to maintain basic standards of cleanliness and food safety. After all, isn’t reliability and consistency what draws people to fast-food joints? But amid the myriad of…
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15 Things We’ve All Eaten That No One Wants to Admit
We’ve all done things we’re not proud of. But unlike ghosting your last girlfriend, eating weird, disgusting, or inedible things doesn’t hurt anything else but your pride — or maybe…
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Taco Bell Reveals Wild New Treats for 2024: Chicken Nuggets, Crispanadas, Ice Cream Tacos, and More
Taco Bell just announced a ton of new menu items the fast-food chain is unveiling in 2024, and we’re salivating. It all happened recently during a Steve Jobs-esque presentation called…
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10 of the Most Over-the-Top Fast-Food Burgers From Around the World
Fast-food chains have always seemed to be in an arms race over who can dish out the world’s weirdest burger. Part of this has to be a marketing tactic. When…
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14 Discontinued Girl Scout Cookies That Are Gone Forever
Not only are Girl Scout cookies delicious, they also pack a nostalgic punch. Sold at booths and online by Girl Scout troops each year — typically from January to April…
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17 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About Hershey’s Kisses
Every Valentine’s Day, you can count on heart-shaped boxes of Hershey’s Kisses to compete for your dollars and jumpstart your chocolate cravings. One of the most iconic candies to grace…
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Yes, Chef: Restaurant Slang That Will Make You Sound Like a Pro
What could possibly inspire such a list of must-know restaurant slang? If you know, you know. If you don’t though, we’re talking about the popular TV show “The Bear.” “The…
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True Love Delivered: 11 Heart-Shaped Pizzas for Your Valentine
Though a heart-shaped pizza isn’t exactly a romantic gift for your sweetheart, it’s still a fun, light-hearted, and tasty treat for Valentine’s Day, especially for kids. It’s such a popular…
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14 Foods Americans Love That Are Weird to People Outside the U.S.
If you could dream up an All-American menu, what sorts of things would be on it? A fresh corn dog with a large glass of lemonade (with plenty of ice)…
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10 Unusual ‘Rich People’ Foods That Are a Waste of Money
Just because a colorful, meticulously labored over, yet also notably small “meal” is served at a hefty price point, in no way guarantees your tastebuds are in for an unforgettable…
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Crime, Religion, and More Weirdness Tied to America’s Favorite Water Bottle
We kid, we kid. Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last four years, you likely already know about the inexplicable phenomenon surrounding the Stanley cup (no, we’re…
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The Biggest Diet and Exercise Fads of the Past Century
Americans have always had an insatiable appetite for diet and exercise programs. A few have staying power — for example, the Mediterranean Diet, which was recently named U.S. News &…
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These Are the Most Popular Fast-Food Deals in Your State
Over time, everything gets gradually more expensive. Even inflation can’t keep fast food’s affordability sacred. One solution? People are embracing coupons as often as they can when heading to their…
