Food & Drink

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    You’ll Never Believe What You Can Buy From These Vending Machines

    Vending machines are known for dispensing cheap treats such as candy bars, chips, and soda — but pretty much anything can fit in one. In Japan, there is said to be a vending machine for every 34 people, and the nation has…

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    The Most Beautiful Restaurant in Every State

    We rely on our favorite restaurants for a delicious meal, especially when they’ve reached iconic status. But some gorgeous restaurants serve up a feast not just for the taste buds, but for the eyes, too. Whether you need an impressive…

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    Subway Is Giving Away a Million Free Subs — Here’s How to Get Yours

    There’s no such thing as a free lunch, unless you stop at Subway Tuesday between 10 a.m. and noon local time. Subway franchises will be giving away up to 1 million 6-inch subs. It’s all part of the launch of…

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    30 Classic Drive-In Restaurants That Are Still Going Strong

    There’s nothing like a drive-in to conjure memories of a simpler time, when less than a buck could buy you a juicy burger and fries. Like a lot of the nation’s drive-in theaters, many drive-in restaurants have closed down over…

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    Costco Dinners You Can Make in Under 25 Minutes

    Whether you’re a busy parent or making meals for one, it’s an unfortunate fact of life that we often don’t have enough time to focus on what we (and our family) consume for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For anyone struggling…

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    Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes for Easy and Delicious Mornings

    Most people are excited to eat breakfast or brunch, but are less than enthusiastic about cooking either of these meals in the morning. That’s where slow cookers come in handy. Just like you can make a beef stew simmer all…

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    20 Rice Bowls for Quick and Delicious Meals

    Most people think of burrito bowls from places like Chipotle when they hear the term rice bowl. But there’s a whole world of flavors to explore in rice bowls, from…

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    The Best Summer Treats at Trader Joe’s

    As any Trader Joe’s fan knows, each turn in the weather ushers in a new array of seasonal goodies. Summer is no exception, and shoppers who keep their eyes peeled…

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    19 Summer Casseroles to Bring to the Potluck

    Casseroles and potlucks are the perfect pair. They’re easy to whip together, feed a lot of people, and they’re always crowd pleasers. But typical cream- and cheese-filled casseroles can be…

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    Iconic Sandwich Shops That Changed Lunch Forever

    What’s on the menu for lunch today? Whatever your answer, chances are that it’s very different today than it would have been roughly a century ago. In the time that’s…

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    Why McDonald’s Fries Used to Taste Better

    If you’re a fan of McDonald’s crisp, golden French fries, you’ve likely wondered if something changed about the flavor of those world-famous fries over the years — rest assured, you’re…

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    Some McDonald’s Are Doing Away With $1 Drinks

    If the $1 any-size soft drinks at McDonald’s have brought you a sliver of solace during a time when just about everything is getting more expensive, brace yourself. Some franchisees…

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    11 Hot Tips to Make Your Grill Last

    There’s nothing like firing up the grill when the weather starts to sizzle. Since grills are meant to be investments that last for years, knowing how to properly store and…

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    22 Unusual Theme Restaurants Across America

    You’ve probably heard of big theme chains like Medieval Times and Rainforest Cafe, but the country is replete with lesser-known theme restaurants — and you don’t even have to head…

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    Made in the USA: 23 Must-See Factory Tours

    Many tourists have gone on a brewery or distillery tour or been through the chocolate wonderland that is the Hershey’s Chocolate Tour in Pennsylvania. But guitar factories, cigar makers, motorcycle…

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    25 Belly-Busting Food Challenges That Offer Winners a Free Meal

    Free food sounds like a deal, but when the only way to get it is to complete an extreme challenge, most people gladly pay for their meals. But there are…

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    The 10 Best Summer Beers to Buy at Trader Joe’s

    When temps hit the triple digits and venturing outdoors feels like an extraterrestrial traverse across Venus, there’s nothing quite like cracking open a cold one. But with tens of thousands…

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    The Best and Worst Fast-Food Chains, According to a Major Customer Survey

    Opening a fast-food bag after you pull away from the drive-thru is often an unsatisfying experience. Did they forget an item? Give you someone else’s order completely? Are the fries…