Many restaurants have faced tough times due to changing consumer habits, rising costs, and the impact of global events. Some, including the iconic Red Lobster, have been forced to seek bankruptcy protection (also known as Chapter 11) but are now…
Sometimes, after your umpteenth Egg McMuffin or fast-food breakfast burrito, you need an on-the-go breakfast that feels just a little healthier. The quality of the food and ingredients shine extremely bright at Panera, brighter than nearly every fast-food drive-thru you could…
If burgers are the backbone of American fast food, fried chicken sandwiches are the heart and soul. Just about every popular chain is making one, but our favorites differ from coast to coast. Are they eating KFC in Kentucky? Does…
If you’re one of those people who is afraid to try new foods, and you look in disgust at that person eating Kool-Aid pickles or mayo and peanut butter sandwiches, we urge you to broaden your horizons for the sake…
The only thing we love more than Costco is the prices that Costco charges us for ungodly amounts of liquor. Whether you love Kirkland’s dupes or you’re brand-loyal to another spirit, Costco is probably the best place to get booze.…
Football season is back, baby! Whether you’re a college or NFL fan, chances are you’re planning to tailgate this season. For us, that means the meal revolves around the grill and all the smokey, charred flavor it imparts to whatever…
Burger King opened its first location in 1953, which means the company has given us seven decades of memories at this point. Whether you remember the time when the restaurants…
The idea that the foods you eat can fire up desire has been around for centuries. Unfortunately, there isn’t much evidence to back that up. Regular exercise and a good…
The typical uniform of a diner waitress — you know, the knee-length, cinched-waist, button-down dress in gingham or pastels — is iconic. That style came about in the 1920s as…
There aren’t that many foods that can tap into sense memory the way a good milkshake can. The cold, creamy, ice cream drink can take you straight back to your…
Eating at a theme park can sometimes be as treacherous as riding a roller coaster. After waiting in line for a ride, you’re often hungry, tired, and not in the…
Not all breakfast choices are created equal. While a hearty morning meal can set the tone for your day, some popular breakfast items pack more calories than you might expect,…
Frozen yogurt and ice cream get plenty of acclaim, but what about that sweet, sweet, middle ground? What about soft serve, the swirly treat we all remember from our youth?…
Cheese is one of life’s greatest pleasures. As a born and raised Wisconsinite, I am totally spoiled for choice: Our grocery cheese aisles have more options than most cheesemongers. So…
Heading to Disneyland in the near future? A trip to the happiest place on Earth can be made even better when you try an out-of-this-world secret menu treat. The following…
School is back in session in most places, and it isn’t just a drag for kids. Packing lunches takes enough time and planning to make it tempting to send kids…
So you’ve been invited to a potluck. This comes with a fair amount of pressure because whether we like it or not, potlucks are a contest. Some might say that’s…
It seems like almost every household has an air fryer by now. Chances are you got it a few years ago when they were all the rage, but maybe you’ve…