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  • tea plants growing at The Charleston Tea Garden

    The State That Produces The Most Tea In The US

    Discover the U.S. state leading tea production and what makes this unique region stand out for growing tea and experiencing the beverage to its fullest.

    By Maria Scinto 4 hours ago Read More
  • Fully loaded double smashburger with cheese next to fries on a countertop.

    The Fast Food Chain That Uses The Best Selling BBQ Sauce In History

    Many fast food chains cut out the middle man by making their own sauces, but this fast food chain bucks the trend by offering the best selling BBQ sauce.

    By Dennis Lee 14 hours ago Read More
  • Different cuts of meat including beef, chicken, and pork arranged on a cutting board atop a black surface

    These Dirt-Cheap Meat Cuts Your Grandparents Ate Are Packed With Nutrients

    Most Americans are reaching for the same exact cuts of meat at the grocery store, which makes these overlooked cuts of meat dirt-cheap and nutritious.

    By Paul Gaita 1 day ago Read More
  • Boxes of Betty Crocker cake mix displayed for sale on a supermarket shelf

    The First Betty Crocker Cake Mix Flavor Wasn't Vanilla Or Chocolate

    Although vanilla and chocolate are hugely popular cake flavors, Betty Crocker's cake mix debut about 80 years ago was in neither of these flavors.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 days ago Read More
  • Michelin guidebook and phone app

    The Surprising Role The Michelin Guide Played On D-Day

    The Michelin guide is a way for travelers to find the best restaurants wherever they're headed, which is why it's surprising to see it played a role on D-Day.

    By Kat Olvera 2 days ago Read More
  • vintage photo of Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant

    What It Was Like To Eat At KFC In 1969

    Here's a look at what dining at KFC was like in 1969, from menu choices to the experience during Colonel Sanders’ era and early fast-food culture.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • white castle sliders on paper napkins next to a pile of crinkle fries and several ketchup packets

    The Old-School White Castle Knockoff That Lasted Until 2022

    A once-popular fast-food chain similar to White Castle built a fan base with a nostalgic approach before car culture helped drive its downfall.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand pulling a burger out of a brown paper bag against a salmon pink background.

    The Fast Food Chain That Once Delivered Burgers Anywhere In The US (Within 24 Hours)

    We're not talking about modern-day food delivery apps here. This fast food chain was delivering burgers around the country before smart phones existed.

    By Brian Udall 2 days ago Read More
  • A chicken tender meal at Raising Cane's

    Why Raising Cane's Once Got In A Legal Battle With Bob Marley's Estate

    You probably never imagined that reggae icon Bob Marley's estate would have beef with chicken chain Raising Caine's. Yet it happened, and over a phrase.

    By Kat Olvera 3 days ago Read More
  • A top-down view of an Italian food spread.

    5 Italian Food Myths You Need To Stop Believing

    When it comes to Italian food, several myths might ruin your experience, so it's best to erase them from your head. Here's what you should know.

    By Joe Hoeffner 4 days ago Read More
  • Orange Le Creuset Dutch oven

    Forget Fiestaware And Le Creuset: This Kitchenware Brand Is The Ultimate Thrift Store Find

    Instead of hunting down Fiestaware and Le Creuset cookware at thrift stores, there's another kitchenware brand that should be on your radar.

    By Kat Olvera 4 days ago Read More
  • Chocolate cupcake with red, white, and blue sprinkles and small American flag on blue background

    15 Snacks Getting A Patriotic Makeover For America's 250th Birthday Bash In 2026

    The United States is gearing up for its 250th birthday the best way it knows how by bringing out a ton of patriotic snacks and other food items.

    By Maria Scinto 4 days ago Read More
  • Unpasteurized French cheese wheel

    Why These 13 Foods Are Banned In The US

    As taboo as a food can be in one country, it can be embraced and enjoyed elsewhere. Let's take a look at foods that are banned in America, and the reasons why.

    By Joe Thristino 5 days ago Read More
  • An elegantly set table in the wood-paneled dining room at Nonesuch restaurant in Oklahoma City

    11 Of The Smallest Restaurants In The US

    From a hole-in-the-wall hot dog joint to seasonal haute cuisine, these tiny American restaurants prove that delicious things come in small packages.

    By Andy Beth Miller 6 days ago Read More
  • A counter with a tip jar on it while a worker reaches for a bank card in the background

    What 'Tipped Employee' Actually Means — And Just How Little Money They Can Make

    The number of tipped employees in the United States is considerable, but what exactly is a tipped employee anyway? It's complicated, but they don't make much.

    By Lottë Reford 6 days ago Read More
  • Chicken spiedie sandwich

    14 Regional Foods Hardly Anyone Knows About, According To Reddit

    If you want to expand your knowledge of America's regional cuisine then these are dishes that you should seek out, according to Reddit users.

    By Holly Riddle 7 days ago Read More
  • A kitchen from the 1970s complete with wood cabinetry and flower wallpaper.

    5 Retro Kitchen Essentials Boomers Still Use

    Kitchens have changed over the years, but some items are strictly essentials. These kitchen items are ones which most boomers are still using today.

    By Maria Scinto 8 days ago Read More
  • Fred Rogers headshot

    Mister Rogers' Grilled Cheese Was Always Made In This Simple Way

    Everyone remembers Mister Rogers’ comforting approach to food and life, and his take on a classic grilled cheese sandwich reflects that same simple charm.

    By Moriah House 8 days ago Read More
  • A cheeseburger with french fries and pickles.

    The Old-School Burger Chain Built By NFL Stars That Disappeared In The '80s

    Not all fast food chains reach McDonald's status. Discover the burger chain named after an iconic NFL player that practically vanished in the 1980s.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • Hardee's restaurant exterior and trademark logo.

    Hardee's Founder Lost Control Of His Restaurants Overnight — All Thanks To A Bet (Allegedly)

    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.

    By Kristine Belonio 9 days ago Read More
  • Florida license plate with oranges featured on it

    Florida Oranges Are Disappearing From Store Shelves (And They Might Never Come Back)

    Florida’s once-iconic oranges are vanishing from store shelves quickly, as ongoing challenges threaten the future of the state’s citrus industry.

    By Brian Udall 10 days ago Read More
  • Baking bread in an old time stone wood fired oven

    The 11 Oldest Bakeries Still Serving Treats In The US

    Whether they're family-owned, use age-old recipes, or are over 200 years old, these historic U.S. bakeries offer goodies like sourdough, cookies, and cannoli.

    By Andy Beth Miller 10 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a classic cheeseburger.

    The California Roadside Stand Some Credit With Inventing The Very First Cheeseburger

    Cheeseburgers are so much a part of modern American life that it's hard to imagine someone had to invent them, but some say this roadside stand did just that.

    By Joe Hoeffner 10 days ago Read More
  • Burger King sign

    The Burger King 'Pizza' That Seriously Needs To Return

    Burger King once rolled out a mashup that blurred the line between a couple of fast food favorites, and fans still want this nostalgic menu item back.

    By Moriah House 10 days ago Read More
  • Person holding plastic grocery bags walking on the sidewalk in a city.

    The $6 Reason Grocery Stores Started Using Plastic Bags

    Plastic bags are a relatively recent invention which replaced paper bags when they debuted. One of the reasons grocers made the change amounted to $6.

    By Kat Olvera 11 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding fast food smash cheeseburger

    The Old-School Burger Chain That Couldn't Survive The '80s

    Many old-school fast food joints have not survived the decades, including this chain founded in the Pittsburgh area that you may or may not have heard of.

    By Joe Hoeffner 11 days ago Read More
  • exterior of Gulliver's restaurant

    I Visited The Old-School Orange County Steakhouse Loved By John Wayne

    Like all good cowboys, John Wayne loved steak. One of his favorite places to eat it was at Gulliver's Prime Ribs of Beef in Irvine, California. Here's why.

    By Lei Shishak 12 days ago Read More
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