Food & Drink

  • a tamale in a hot dog bun, boiled peanuts

    30 Strange But Surprisingly Tasty Local Foods to Try

    Regional foods can often seem odd — unless, of course, they’re from your region. America is a big place, and in nearly every part of the country there are specialities loved — and passionately defended — by locals that outsiders…

  • Seasonal fall produce in a grocery store

    50 Things to Pick Up at the Grocery Store This Fall

    As the weather changes from hot to cold, it’s a good idea to change your home-cooking menu to reflect seasonal dishes and availability. From end-of-summer sales on items that will last until next year to inexpensive ingredients that come in…

  • Fairfax: Buckets of flowers with Trader Joe's signs viewed from outside of store

    Trader Joe’s Shoppers Share Their Favorite ‘Non-Food’ Items

    After braving the nerve-wracking Trader Joe’s parking lot, the first thing most shoppers see is a lush collection of houseplants and orchids. It’s an immediate reminder that the grocery chain sells a lot more than just frozen pizzas and 19-cent…

  • Dog eating treats with ice cream at pet friendly restaurant.

    Treat Your Pup to a Special Snack on National Dog Day

    To celebrate National Dog Day, some restaurants are offering special treats for your furry pal. Chains across the country, including Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, and Sonic, are offering dog-friendly snacks such as doughnut-shaped biscuits, puppy lattes, and salt-free burger patties. If you…

  • A 7-Eleven location in Madison Heights, Michigan. It is the world's largest chain of convenience stores. Headquartered in Japan, there are currently a total of 39,000 locations worldwide.

    ‘Brain Freeze,’ 7-Eleven Wine, and More Fun Facts About America’s First Convenience Store

    Few stores are more ingrained in the fabric of American culture than 7-Eleven. Still, the world’s largest convenience-store chain has some secrets unknown to even its most loyal customers, including a newly launched line of clothing and other merchandise for…

  • Cinnamon twist

    Is This the Most Hated Taco Bell Item?

    Fans of Taco Bell are some of the most devoted in the world of fast food — you might even call them superfans. They get married at a Bell-themed wedding chapel in Las Vegas, make road trip pilgrimages to locations that…