Restaurants & Dining
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Live Mas: Spicy Secrets Behind Taco Bell’s Success
Taco Bell is the most ubiquitous Mexican food chain in the U.S., and it has managed to amass a cult-like following among devotees thanks to its cheap eats. Fans’ loyalty can perhaps be linked to Taco Bell’s embrace of new…
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12 Bizarre Dessert Combinations That Work
The culinary world is always evolving to include new combinations of flavors, textures, and ingredients to surprise and delight. Dessert is a popular category for playing with unconventional approaches, because sugar binds unlikely flavors together. It is also the last…
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Sick of Starbucks Getting Your Name Wrong? Make One Up, Say Baristas
Do you go by the name Danyell, Jessikuh, or Mykel? If so, congratulations, because you’ve probably had your name spelled correctly on a Starbucks cup. That’s a luxury rarely afforded to the Daniels, Jessicas, and Michaels of the world, despite…
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Star Power on Tap: 31 Restaurants and Bars Backed by Celebrities
Celebrities love to have side businesses — especially restaurants and bars. Sometimes branching out proves lucrative and worthwhile, while other times the endeavors fail. Ludacris’ first foray into the restaurant business — a Singaporean restaurant in Atlanta — lasted just…
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Chipotle Employees Hated This Viral Hack So Now You Can’t Order a Taco
A Chipotle hack has gone viral on TikTok, but the burrito chain’s employees hated dealing with customers trying to game the ordering system so much that the company has removed the ability to order single tacos online or in the…
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Wingstop Finally Debuts a Chicken Sandwich – And It’s Already Sold Out
Just when you thought the fast-food chicken sandwich wars had fizzled, Wingstop threw its new sandwich into the ring and put everyone else to shame with a very tempting gimmick: Customers could get the chicken tossed in any of the…
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Get Your Chick-fil-A Order Faster With This Simple Trick, Says Employee
Waiting in a drive-thru line can be a frustrating experience, and customers of Chick-fil-A have reason to be annoyed. The average total drive-thru time for the chain last year was just…
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This 90s-Era Target Cafe Is a Blast From the Past
Calling all 90s fans: A Target cafe is making the rounds on Reddit for its distinctly retro vibes, complete with neon signage and unmistakable 90s tiling. In August, Reddit user…
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Forget Pumpkin Spice, These Are the Starbucks Items Customers Really Want Back
While the media has been abuzz about the pumpkin spice latte, Starbucks devotees on Reddit have been waxing poetic about some of the chain’s discontinued items. Who could forget the…
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25 Times Companies Promised More Than They Could Deliver
Most companies want nothing more than to drum up demand. Special promotions and flashy launches are one way to create buzz, even if the product ends up flopping. Other times,…
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Starbucks Raised Pumpkin Spice Prices — Where to Get Your Fall Fix Instead
Starbucks is bringing back the seasonal favorite that America can’t get enough of: the pumpkin spice latte. Like seemingly everything else, though, it’s fallen victim to inflation. The popular drink…
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This Pair Blew Past the World Record for Most Fast-Food Outings in 24 Hours
The Guinness World Record for most fast-food restaurants visited in 24 hours used to be 50 — but no more. Social media chefs Nick DiGiovanni (a former “MasterChef” finalist) and Lynn…
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14 of the Most Expensive Restaurants in America
Splurging on a good restaurant typically means ordering the special and some drinks. But America’s most elite fine-dining restaurants take decadence to a whole other level, serving up meticulously thoughtful…
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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…
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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…
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Fast Food Sauces We Loved (and Loathed) That Have Been Discontinued
Nothing is ever permanent in the ruthless world of fast food. Favorites come and go, while head-scratching items remain on menus eternally. This is especially true for sauces, and while…
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Kevin Hart Is Opening a Vegan Fast Food Restaurant
Kevin Hart is joining the ranks of celebrities with restaurants — by opening a vegan fast food joint in Los Angeles. Hart House has an entirely plant-based menu featuring burg’rs,…
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Forget Ice Cream: Best Frozen Yogurt Shops Across America
If you’re looking to expand your dessert horizons beyond the fallback ice cream scoops, there are tons of frozen yogurt shops to delight your taste buds. From bold and unusual…
