Fall is finally here and kitchens everywhere are putting burgers and pasta salads on the back burner in favor of hearty comfort foods. Some of the best comfort foods can be pretty time consuming to make, though, and between school…
If you want to know what war feels like, head to Costco during the holidays. Armed with large metal carts, hordes of deal-hungry shoppers fly through the aisles, snatching up pumpkin pies, leaving trash, and ruffling up displays. And if…
Shopping at Costco is full of highs and lows. One moment you’re devouring a twisted churro, and the next you find out the combo pizza has been discontinued. Costco shoppers on Reddit know the feeling. The superfans recently commiserated together…
Dogs have a cartoonish obsession with food. Even if you drop, say, a boring stick of celery, most dogs will skitter across the floor, racing to inhale the flavorless, fibrous treat. But some human foods are harmful to dogs, sending…
Renowned globally for its rich history, vibrant culture, and distinctive Creole and Cajun cuisines, New Orleans has long been known for hearty dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and seafood boils. In recent years, the city has also been making waves for its…
Doughnuts are a beautiful thing: We’ve basically invented a way to eat dessert for breakfast — and though it seems like every U.S. city has its own favorite local doughnut shop, we’re often lying to our diets at Dunkin’ Donuts…
Food is a central part of our lives, our cultures, and even our urban myths. Many media-perpetuated and classroom-circulated legends center around common snacks, fast food chains — even water…
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…
There are two kinds of people in this world: You’re either a coffee drinker or you’re not. As someone who once wrote about coffee for a trade magazine, you can…
After the Mark Anthony Group launched White Claw in 2016, hard seltzers shot up in popularity, spawning think pieces, explainers, memes, and a multibillion-dollar industry. The internet even declared 2019…
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…
For decades, MSG has been embroiled in a whirlwind of misinformation and cultural stereotypes. But studies show that the umami seasoning not only helps food taste better, it’s also safe for…
The American diet is deadly. Around half of all U.S. heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes deaths are connected to poor eating habits, according to one study in the…
Hostess might blow Little Debbie out of the water when it comes to the actual taste of their treats, but Little Deb has been offering affordable prices of its snack…
When it comes to cheap and easy appetizers, dips are a consistent crowd-pleaser. While there are plenty of delicious cold dips, there’s also an entire world of decadent, warm variations…
A day at the ballpark is a summer ritual, and no game is complete without a cold beer and a hot dog. But at most baseball stadiums, both are a…
I try my best to avoid throwing out food. And yet, every week I’m confronted with a mushy, brown banana or a moldy tomato that I have to throw in…
The concept of the coffee house dates back to the second half of the 15th century in Constantinople. Though Constantinople didn’t survive, the coffee shop did, exported from what’s now…