We enter into a social contract when ordering coffee, especially in the morning, on our way to work. The customer promises to order efficiently and get out of the barista’s hair, and the barista promises to minimize chit-chat. We get…
Among the restaurants declaring bankruptcy in 2024 were a few family favorites and chains that once defined casual dining in America.
Who has the patience to cook a big meal on New Year’s Day? Certainly not you, if you did New Year’s Eve right. If you want to leave the kitchen work to somebody else, we get it. Here are 15…
In many countries, especially in Europe, alcohol is served almost everywhere. In Portugal, for example, you can order a draft beer in a bakery. But in the U.S., strict liquor laws and pricey licenses keep fast-food spots mostly dry. But…
Some foods can be disagreeable with almost anyone’s digestive system, while other foods might throw your body into harm’s way if you have a life-threatening allergy. And watching what you eat is especially important when you’re looking to make a…
Pizza is pretty basic — dough, sauce, cheese, done. But when there’s nothing to hide behind, every ingredient has to pull its weight. That’s why pizza dough is the backbone of a good slice. While many pizza chains take the…
Dining out is a treat in itself, but when you find a restaurant that really makes you feel like lingering, it’s especially satisfying. Whether you’re searching for a truly beautiful…
Food delivery services are a great convenience for a lot of people, but it comes at a cost. It’s a third party middle man between you and the restaurant you’re…
There are always hard-to-buy-for people on your Christmas list. Either they seem to have everything already, or they’re insanely picky. Picking up a gift card for their favorite restaurant or…
We’ve known Taco Bell through its fast-food chain days. We’ve known Taco Bell through its Cantina days. And now, we get to know Taco Bell through its Live Más Café…
There are few restaurants of any variety as beloved as Chipotle in this country, and value is a big reason for a lot of people. That might be changing soon,…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Christmas trees are shining, carolers are singing, everyone’s buying presents, and Wendy’s Frosty key tags are back again. The annual sale is…
Do you have fond memories of chowing down on crunchy tacos and endless chips and salsa at Chi-Chi’s? It was a beloved part of American life in the 1980s and…
Sometimes we get a shock when we see the total on the bill when we go out to eat. Sometimes we’re surprised by the food that’s been served (good or…
Eating for a living might sound like a dream job, and for chefs — especially celebrity chefs — it’s a huge part of what they do. But working with food…
Long gone are the days of the true dollar menu, when there was a whole assortment of cheap fast food items you could choose from without hoops to jump through.…
Crumbl is a dessert chain that seemingly sprung up out of nowhere fast. It’s known for huge, soft, and super sweet cookies, and you’re likely to see its trademark pink…
Chick-fil-A’s popularity transcends its iconic chicken sandwiches and lightning-fast service — it’s also about the unforgettable menu items that have come and gone over the years. Fans of the chain…