11 Foods That Gordon Ramsay Avoids At All Costs
Chef Gordon Ramsay doesn't hold back with his critiques. He knows what he likes. And he doesn't mince words when it comes to foods he doesn't like.
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Stories By Chloe James
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6 Restaurant Chains That Use Beef Tallow For Their French Fries
Only a few restaurants use beef tallow to cook their french fries. If you're specifically looking for this (or to avoid it), this is the list you need.
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Here's What Makes Popeyes Chicken Taste So Good
Popeyes chicken is just so delicious, and the brand keeps the recipe for it a secret, revealing very little. But here's what we do know about it.
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Avoid These 10 Mistakes For Perfect Homemade Pretzels
Making homemade pretzels is a fun activity, and if you heed the advice from the experts and avoid these mistakes when making them, you'll succeed.
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The Cheesecake Factory Menu Items We'll Be Losing In 2025 And What To Order Instead
It isn't unusual for The Cheesecake Factory to change its extensive menu. If you're mourning the loss of your favorites, here's what you can order instead.
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The Unhealthiest Items On The Menu At Arby's
Arby's has the meats, and some unhealthy items on the menu. If you're trying to keep your Arby's intake to the healthier side, these are the items to avoid.
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Here's What The Yellowstone Cast Likes To Eat
If you loved watching the cast of "Yellowstone" chow down on TV, then you'll be even more interested in what they like to eat in real life, like Taco Bell.
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Simple Tricks To Make Instant Pudding Taste Homemade
Looking to upgrade your instant pudding? Try out some of these simple tricks to make your instant pudding taste more homemade, and impress yourself.
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10 Shrimp-Buying Secrets Every Shopper Should Know
A shrimp-based meal can be a delight ... or it can be a disaster. We interviewed a pair of pro chefs to learn the best tips for buying quality shrimp.
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Discontinued Pop-Tarts Flavors We May Never Eat Again
Pop-Tarts have been synonymous with toaster pastries for so long that have become a staple of sweet snacks. Here are a few discontinued flavors.
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How These Former Presidents Ordered Their Steak
When it comes to ordering steak, many U.S. presidents have had particular preferences, from charring it over hot coals to baking it into a pie.
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11 Foods Experts Say You Should Skip On A Cruise
Going on a cruise can be a great vacation with tasty food onboard. But some food experts say there are a few foods you should probably skip on your cruise.
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Discontinued Hostess Snacks We'll Probably Never Eat Again
Everyone loves a good Hostess snack once in a while. Sadly, these are some of the discontinued Hostess snacks that we'll never get to munch on again.
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Chain Restaurants That Have Overwhelmingly Large Menus
Some chain restaurants have overwhelmingly large menus, and it can be good to know what you're getting yourself into before making a reservation.
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Costco Food Favorites That Keep Getting More Expensive
Shopping at Costco is a great way to save money if you buy in bulk. But with rising inflation and food shortages, many Costco items have grown more expensive.
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Signs You Are In A Bad Mexican Restaurant
We think everyone deserves to eat the best Mexican food, so we spoke to the experts to discover the telltale signs of a bad Mexican restaurant.
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Discontinued Eggo Waffle Flavors We May Sadly Never Eat Again
Who doesn't love some Eggo waffles? Sadly, these are some discontinued Eggo waffle flavors that we'll probably never get the chance to eat again.
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10 Wendy's Secret Menu Items You Need To Order
Many fast food chains have secret menus, including Wendy's. Elevate the menu items Wendy's has to offer by checking out the chain's hackable highlights.
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Condiment Recalls That Affected Millions
Food products are frequently recalled ... as are the condiments that we spread on them. These are major condiment recalls throughout recent history.
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10 Canned Vegetables Chefs Want You To Avoid
Vegetables are a staple of most diets, but when it comes to canned veggies, the buyer should beware. Chefs explain which preserved veggies to avoid.
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What The Trump Family Eats In A Day
While Donald Trump's family are more adventurous with their meals - and slightly healthy - the president eats like a child whose parents' backs are turned.
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The Best-Selling Food Items In McDonald's History
McDonald's doesn't give exact sales data for each menu item, but with the facts available, here are items that racked up the highest numbers over the years.
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10 Times Restaurants Regretted Their 'All You Can Eat' Promos
'All You Can Eat' promos are great value for the customer, but not always so great for the restaurant. These are some that ended in regret.
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10 Ingredients That Will Transform Your Store-Bought Icing, According To Baking Experts
Store-bought icing has its pitfalls, but it's also a great blank slate for you to use to your advantage. These ingredients will transform store-bought icing.
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Restaurant Chains That Use The Highest Quality Beef In Their Tacos
Weighing criteria like the grade of a restaurant's beef, its preparation, and what else goes into it, we put together a list of taco spots with the best meat.
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Fast Food Chains That Serve The Highest And Lowest Quality Bacon
Bacon seems simple to get right, but it can so easily go wrong. We take a look at the fast food chains that serve the highest and lowest quality bacon.
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11 Things You Should Pay Attention To When Buying A Rotisserie Chicken
Rotisserie chickens are an easy and cost-effective way to up your protein intake, but how can you make sure that you're getting the best bird for your money?
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