Our sense of smell is the oldest of the five senses and was fine-tuned for survival — it evolved to keep us from walking into danger or eating spoiled food. But sometimes, smell gets it wrong. Some of the most…
A single dish can soar over all others in popularity at a restaurant — maybe because it’s just amazing, maybe because the restaurant invented it, or maybe because it’s a regional specialty you can’t get anywhere else. Whatever the cause,…
When Trader Joe’s reformulates its products, the changes are almost sure to be met with outrage. Trader Joe’s superfans, like most people, just don’t like change, which is why it’s particularly noteworthy when shoppers appreciate a product’s new direction. Fans…
Chick-fil-A may not be known for innovation, mainly due to its stone-aged core belief system, but the brand seems desperate to change that narrative. After launching a streaming service nobody asked for, they’ve taken the way that other fast-food chains…
The food court might be one of the most beloved parts of a Costco trip. From the $1.50 hot dog combo to the whole pepperoni pizzas, the food is fresh, hot, and inexpensive. Recently, rumors were swirling that there was…
French fries should be the great American uniter. It doesn’t matter if you’re Musk-level rich or living paycheck to paycheck, everyone loves them with a fancy room service burger or at the drive-thru. But as is the American way, we…
If you’ve ever thought, “Man, I wish my lozenges tasted like chicken noodle soup”, congratulations. Your oddly specific dream just came true. Progresso, the soup brand, decided to release Soup…
People love to wax poetic about frying potatoes in animal fats. From duck to bacon, those fats impart an unmistakable, irresistible flavor. Beef tallow has long been associated with fast-food…
It’s (almost) the end of the line for Red No. 3, the synthetic dye that has added a vibrant pop of color to candies, cakes, and even some medications for…
Since its creation in 1967, the Big Mac has been synonymous with McDonald’s menu. The double patties, special sauce, and sesame seed bun are famous at this point. But as…
Freshly baked cinnamon rolls are a gooey, guilty pleasure, oozing with warm cinnamon sugar and dripping with sticky-sweet icing. But who has the time to make cinnamon rolls from scratch…
Americanized Italian food is huge in the United States. A lot of us have been eating spaghetti and meatballs from Italian chain restaurants since we were kids, and that culture…
Condiments and sauces: the great unifiers, eh? We love to dip, slather, and dunk in this country, but the most beautiful thing is that we all do it differently. Want…
The world of highly coveted dining experiences has elevated reservations to the status of golden tickets — coveted, elusive, and promising experiences as exclusive as they are memorable. From the…
There’s been a slight update to the Chick-fil-A waffle fries recipe, and it didn’t take people long to catch on. There’s a new ingredient in town, but it looks like…
The NFL playoffs have started, and the road to the Super Bowl brings with it plenty of game day parties. If you’re hosting any football watching shindigs this year, the…
We admit it: We love Trader Joe’s. The specialty grocery store has everything from amazing frozen meals to a great selection of inexpensive cheese and organic produce. Other people must…
It’s a new year, and that means it’s Girl Scout Cookie time. January 7 marks the official start of the season, so you’ll probably be seeing order sheets at work…