Food Trends & Trivia
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Who Needs NYC? These Regional Pizza Styles Are Way More Enticing
Americans have a big appetite for pizza, and America is a big place. That equals a whole lot of regional pizza styles that have developed across the country since pizza was first made here in the early 1900s in New…
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Overly Polite Gestures That Drive Fast-Food Employees Crazy
Anyone who has worked a service industry job knows that the days and hours can sometimes feel endless. The hours feel even longer when you have to deal with demanding customers who can’t be bothered to treat you as a…
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Mountain Dew, Orange Crush, and 9 Other Sodas You Should Avoid at All Costs
With their fizzy mouthfeel and refreshing taste, sodas can be extremely satisfying (and seemingly thirst-quenching). But the reality is that most of these beverages are laden with sugar and caffeine, and provide little nutritional value or hydration. While most sodas…
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6 Things You Should Never Cook in Cast-Iron Skillet
Cooking with cast iron is a go-to for many, a right of passage for some, and intimidating for plenty of people, too. From the proper ways to season and clean your cast iron cookware to what foods are best to…
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This Is the Worst Pizza Topping, According to Americans
Everyone seems to have an opinion about what toppings belong on pizza. But what toppings are actually the most loved and hated in this country? YouGov polled 1,000 Americans to pinpoint their favorite and least favorite pizza toppings, and we…
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Recreate Your Favorite Discontinued Snacks With These Nostalgic Recipes
Sometimes it’s downright dangerous to become attached to a particular snack. After all, you never know when its tenure will come to an end; we’ve seen some extremely disappointing discontinuations over the years. There’s even a handful of discontinued snacks…
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Beyond Basic: Why Vanilla Is the Best Flavor To Order at an Ice Cream Shop
Whether you’re rolling up to a Baskin-Robbins or stopping by a storied ice cream parlor, you’re bound to be faced with a lengthy list of tempting flavors. Some, like rocky…
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9 Discontinued Frozen Foods That Still Feel Like a Punch to the Gut
Walk through any frozen food aisle at any grocery store, and you’ll get lost in a sea of options. Yet, even with so many TV dinners and ice cream treats…
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The Most Ridiculous Fast-Food April Fools’ Day Pranks From Your Favorite Chains
Every year around the first of April, at least a few fast-food joints dish up some absurd gimmick, trying to pass it off as the latest and greatest menu item.…
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If You Like These 10 Easter Candies … Well, You Might Just Be the Only One Who Does
Everyone flocks to the candy aisle when Easter comes near in search of those delicious egg-shaped Reese’s (seriously, why are they so superior in egg form?) and their favorite unique…
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Upgrade Your Jarred Tomato Sauce With These 12 Tried-and-True Tips
While store-bought pasta sauces offer a convenient way to make a variety of quick and easy meals, they can fall flat with texture and flavor. Many of these jarred concoctions…
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Chicken Nuggets, French Toast Sticks, and 7 Other Frozen Foods You Should Never Cook in the Microwave
Microwaves are one of the most convenient kitchen appliances you can own. But there are plenty of things you should never even put in them, from certain foods to aluminum…
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11 Ways You’re Ruining Your Frozen Pizza (Plus How To Cook It Right!)
You’d think heating up a frozen pizza is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Just toss it in the oven and bam, dinner is served. As it turns out, we…
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25 Delicious Facts About Pizza, America’s Favorite Comfort Food
If you’re like most Americans, you eat pizza at least once or twice a week without batting an eye, but how much do you really know about this cheap and…
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10 Fruits You Should NEVER Refrigerate
It’s surprisingly not as intuitive as you might think to know which fruits you should and shouldn’t store in your fridge. It’s natural to automatically want to toss it all…
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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…
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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…
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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…
