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Dunkin' has an almost iron-clad grasp on the global donut consumer market. And yet, it was dragged into a major squabble with a rival with familial connections.
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There are plenty of Food Network shows that are average at best these days, but there's one show that always deserves a rewatch when it airs.
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Taco Bell looks like every other corporate fast food chain these days. If you're pining for the lost years of yesterday, this is what it was like in the 1970s.
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If you've ever dreamed of eating the first Tootsie Roll, there's a chance that you've already done it — according to a popular theory about the candy, that is.
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LongHorn Steakhouse has plenty of menu items that keep customers coming back for more, but we think these five menu items are better left unordered.
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Side dishes are often an overlooked afterthought. But at Trader Joe's, you've got lots of ready-to-go options to complete your meal with a flair.
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We all know the score with Twinkies — sponge cake, creamy filling However, the sweet treat as we understand it today is somewhat unlike the original design.
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Many people love Costco, but some locations can get a little crazy which ruins the customer experience. This state is said to have the worst Costcos in the US.
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McDonald's mostly sticks to its own business these days but back in the 1990s it considered moving into the world of pizza when it bought this popular chain.
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Refrigerators have a lifespan just like everything else, which means yours may be past its prime. Here's how long you can expect a fridge to last.
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Consider the banana's design and its the classic yellow half-moon shape. That's a relatively new look for the fruit, which used to appear quite different.
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Expensive doesn't always mean better, especially when it comes to air fryers. Here's what affects the cost of this appliance and how to decide what to spend.
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You have your choice of fast food pizza chains on both the national and regional fronts. But fans of one Michigan-based pizza chain say it's the best by far.
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In this corner: McDonald's iconic Filet-O-Fish. In the other. Burger King's Big Fish. Two near-dentical fast food fish sandwiches — yet there is a difference.
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Microwaves are in most American kitchens these days, but they do take up a good amount of space. Here are some microwave alternatives to consider.
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Once upon a time, Ringo Starr appeared in a Pizza Hut commercial that suggested he was reuniting with the Beatles. Only he wasn't. Pizza was also involved.
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Fast food chains have created their share of king-sized, calorie-laden sandwiches in the past. But few could rival a KFC offering for its sheer culinary gonzo.
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Egg yolks range in color from pale yellow to deep sunset orange and everything in between, but which factors determine what the hue will be?
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Not everything from the 1990s has stood the test of time, but this nostalgic kitchen tool actually has. Here's why this niche gadget holds up.
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An upscale seafood market and restaurant in Los Angeles was caught selling fish from improper sources and covering it up, and has had to apologize.
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When sampling is an option at a deli it can be tempting to ask for one of everything, but what's the etiquette around that? Here's what Reddit thinks.
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Is your pantry overflowing with unused groceries? Use these simple tips to keep your shelves organized and stop your food from going to waste.
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Making food from scratch has mostly gone out the window for modern restaurant chains, but this sister restaurant to Olive Garden does it anyway.
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For many, Kool-Aid is a sweet (make that very sweet) childhood memory. But for one US state, it's also widely recognized as an official beverage.
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Fast food secret menus are a bit like belonging to an exclusive club that honors members with food. Just be sure to abide by this one unspoken rule.
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Coca-Cola has tried out plenty of ways to make its soda more enticing to customers, including this pretty ingenuous machine which never caught on.
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Though Moka coffee makers are the standard for coffee in both Italy and around the world, another older, more tactile maker retains a dedicated fan base.
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