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Why did Wilbur Hardee lose control of his namesake fast food restaurant chain? He told a lot of different stories, the best known of which involves a card game.
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Coffee can wake you up. It can also make you jittery. But a new report says that drinking coffee at night might cause you to make some rash decisions.
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The praise you get from handmade meatballs? Awesome. The clean-up? Not so much. But there's a hack that creates perfect meatballs and minimal mess.
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You want cucumber salad — you need a knife, right? Not exactly. There's another common kitchen tool that will deliver perfectly sliced cukes every time.
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Air fryers may be easy to use and convenient — but there's an element of danger as well. Learn about the coating used by many fryers that poses a health threat.
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When temperatures rise, it's important to stay hydrated. Coffee drinkers should know that their cup of joe might be dehydrating them during a heat wave.
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The late "Dawson's Creek" star created an online stir with his pancake recipe. The key to its sweet flavor was an unusual add-in often found in Asian cuisine.
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Chef and author Jacques Pepin loves a wide variety of food items. However, he's mentioned one confectionery treat as his least favorite — on many occasions.
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Dr. Martin Luther King was a Southern food enthusiast, and counted many of the region's specialties as favorites — including this richly decadent dessert.
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Prince William of England likes a steak, and in fact, can make what he calls a "mean steak." But when it comes to doneness, he has some real concerns.
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Should William Shatner boldly go for one last meal, what cuisine would take top honors? The Emmy winner would actually pick two of his all-time favorites.
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The kind of cooking shows that propelled Emeril Lagasse to fame are a thing of the past. Would the renowned chef ever try his hand at a cooking competition?
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There is a very good chance that your bingo card marked "ways to upgrade mac and cheese" does not include this canned staple of supermarkets and pantries.
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What keeps Willie Nelson going at 90+? Determination and artistry, for sure, but also a daily breakfast consisting of one of his all-time favorite foods.
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When Julia Child wasn't busy helping to spread the gospel of French cooking to American audiences, she adored this simple. very non-French meal. What was it?
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Your last meal is no frivolous decision. Just ask Hilary Duff — the actress/pop star not only knows what she wants, but also what she'd rather avoid altogether.
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A fast-casual chain like Chipotle produces a great deal of fresh food every day. What happens to the menu items that don't sell? The company has a plan.
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Trust Alton Brown to find a clever, science-forward hack to making burgers more delicious than ever. His secret? It's probably in your fridge right now.
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Cleaning your glass stovetop with glass cleaner sounds logical, no? Unfortunately, doing so is actually one of the worst things you can do to the applicance.
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How did James Brown, the Hardest Working Man in Show Business, treat himself when he on the road? By enjoying a hearty plate of his favorite meat dish.
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Guy Fieri's restaurant faves aren't just diners, drive-ins, and dives. He also loves the cuisine and culture of one of our closest North American neighbors.
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Chick-fil-A inevitably has to deal with food waste, but the best option isn't always obvious. Here's what the fast food chicken chain does with its leftovers.
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Celebrity chefs landing in hot water is nothing new, but this Michelin-star restaurateur ended up filing for bankruptcy when sued by his former staff.
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Humphrey Bogart had a unique way he loved to eat spaghetti which has us intrigued. Although the recipe could use an update, it's well worth a try.
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As Dunkin' continues to face scrutiny over how it handles food waste, here’s what the chain actually does with unsold items behind the scenes daily.
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Dolly Parton likes a good plate of food as much as the next gal, but she is somewhat picky when it comes to seafood. This is the only way she'll eat clams.
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Some recipes are untouchable. Cher swears this cheesecake falls in that category, with the secret lovingly penned by her mother on a humble notecard.
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