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  • Several brands of cream cheese arranged on a marble surface.

    The Best Store-Bought Cream Cheese Is An Iconic Brand

    The best and most iconic cream cheese brand are one and the same. With its storied history and delicious product, you know this one is the GOAT.

    By Food Republic Staff 1 hour ago Read More
  • A diner spoons food onto a plate from a buffet.

    America's First-Ever All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Was Shockingly Affordable

    The first all-you-can-eat buffet in the United States only cost a single dollar back in the 1940s, which (even considering inflation) was a pretty good deal.

    By Cara J Suppa 12 hours ago Read More
  • Close-up of tavern-style pizza topped with pepperoni and sausage.

    The Chicago Pizza Tavern Where It's Extremely Difficult To Get A Reservation

    Demand for this small Chicago pizzeria, which opened in November 2024, is so high that reservations are consistently booked weeks in advance.

    By Alba Caraceni 16 hours ago Read More
  • Different types of meat.

    How Meat Was Kept Fresh Before Modern Fridges

    Putting meat in the fridge when you get home is second nature at this point, but back in the day, that wasn't an option. Here's what they had to do instead.

    By Max Dean 17 hours ago Read More
  • Several pans of Korean street food in a stall

    7 Korean Street Foods You Need To Try

    Korean street food has grown in popularity the last several decades, and these are the savory, sweet, and flavor-packed foods you absolutely must try.

    By Hayden Fletcher 18 hours ago Read More
  • Three Pepsi cans in ice.

    The 1992 Pepsi Contest That Caused Chaos And Death Over The Number 349

    Few marketing campaigns have proven as disastrous as Pepsi's 1992 scandal involving the number 349, which led to significant public backlash and legal fallout.

    By Max Dean 21 hours ago Read More
  • Several cream cheese varieties on a marbled surface.

    Avoid This Store-Bought Cream Cheese Unless You Want A Bland Product

    Despite this brand's decades-old, family-owned roots, our taster found its cream cheese bland and gummy — not the qualities you want in a dairy product.

    By Nikita Ephanov 23 hours ago Read More
  • Fish and chips wrapped in newspaper

    Why Fish And Chips Used To Be Wrapped In Newspaper

    Prior to the 1980s, you'd often find fish and chips wrapped in yesterday's newspaper, spotting grease onto old headlines — but why did the practice start?

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 days ago Read More
  • Various pizzas shown in delivery boxes.

    4 Major Pizza Chains From Michigan

    Pizza culture runs deep in Michigan, a passion evidenced by both its unique Detroit-style pie and its status as the birthplace of several major chains.

    By Nikita Ephanov 3 days ago Read More
  • A variety of dishes sit against a white background with a small sign reading Easter dinner

    10 Traditional (And Delicious) Easter Dishes From Around The World

    Easter is celebrated around the globe in many different cultures and forms. These traditional Easter dishes from around the globe are just delicious.

    By K.T. Phillips 4 days ago Read More
  • Meatloaf sandwich with lettuce on a round seeded bun with potato chips on the side

    This Fast Food Meatloaf Sandwich Didn't Last A Year In The 1990s

    When you hear "fast food burger joint," the food that pops into the mind is a burger (or maybe fries) but not meatloaf. No wonder this sandwich didn't last.

    By Alba Caraceni 4 days ago Read More
  • A slew of packages, bags, and cans of Kirkland nuts on a counter.

    The Worst Costco Nuts Still Belong In Your Shopping Cart

    Every Kirkland nut option at Costco is competitively priced and absolutely delicious — even the one that landed at the bottom of our rankings.

    By Audrey Freedman 4 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of Guy Fieri, smiling

    The Guy Fieri Food Network Show We Almost Had Before Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives

    Before the hit series Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Guy Fieri was offered a greenlit Food Network show, but the budding celebrity chef turned it down. Here's why.

    By Cami Cox 5 days ago Read More
  • A cart goes down an aisle of a Walmart.

    11 Can't-Miss Passover Desserts At The Grocery Store

    Luckily for observers with a sweet tooth, there are plenty of Passover-friendly desserts available at Walmart, ranging from cookies to sweet pastes.

    By Max Dean 5 days ago Read More
  • Someone pours water from an electric kettle into a cup.

    Here's What Really Happens When You Drink Warm Water In The Morning

    There are several types of traditional medicine that suggest drinking warm water first thing in the morning, but what actually happens to your body?

    By Food Republic Staff 5 days ago Read More
  • An employee shows off meat at a butcher counter.

    The Practical Reason To Buy Meat At A Butcher Over Costco

    While Costco is known for its high-quality goods and bulk discounts, you'll often get a better product by buying your meat directly from a butcher.

    By Jack Rose 5 days ago Read More
  • Paul Newman posing in front of a sea of boiled eggs.

    Does The Paul Newman 50 Hard-Boiled Eggs Rumor Hold Any Water?

    Rumor has it that Paul Newman once ate 50 hard-boiled eggs in one go for the sake of his craft. But did that really happen, and is it even physically possible?

    By Audrey Freedman 6 days ago Read More
  • A pizza with a parmesan and red pepper flake shaker next to it.

    Think Twice Before Putting Restaurant Parmesan Cheese On Your Pizza

    If you want a little extra cheese on your pizza, you might think to use the parmesan shaker on the table. However, you should probably think twice.

    By Max Dean 6 days ago Read More
  • A line of different blue cheese dressing brands.

    Avoid This Store-Bought Blue Cheese Dressing That Lacks Flavor

    When Food Republic ranked several blue cheese dressings, we found one that not only didn't improve the salad, but actually ruined it with a foul flavor.

    By Jack Rose 7 days ago Read More
  • Smiling Guy Fieri in a black T-shirt with his arms spread wide.

    Guy Fieri's Favorite Carne Asada Burrito Is From His College Days

    Guy Fieri is known both for his skills in the kitchen and his ability to spot some darn good eats at diners, drive-ins, and dives, including back in college.

    By Alba Caraceni 7 days ago Read More
  • Fresh, whole salmon on a paper bag

    The Biggest Red Flag When Shopping For Whole Fish

    Shopping for whole fish is often the best deal you can get, and then you get more delicious fish, but you need to look out for this red flag.

    By Jack Rose 7 days ago Read More
  • A group of chickens.

    Chlorinated Chicken: Why It's Ok In The US But Banned In The EU

    Some foods that we take for granted in the United States, like the chicken sold in our stores, are banned in the European Union; here's why they are.

    By Max Dean 8 days ago Read More
  • Michael Symon smiling at an event.

    Michael Symon's Favorite Frozen Pizza Is Shockingly Affordable

    Celebrity chef Michael Symon has plenty of tricks up his sleeve for serving up top-notch meals, but he also loves this affordable frozen pizza option.

    By Jennifer Waldera 8 days ago Read More
  • guests enjoying food at a bar

    Virginia Restaurants Must Follow This Unusual Alcohol Law

    Virginia may be for lovers, but many citizens probably don't love this unusual alcohol that restaurants must follow. Here's what you need to know.

    By Nikita Ephanov 8 days ago Read More
  • An assortment of different crackers.

    Matzo Vs Crackers: Here's The Actual Difference

    Matzo and crackers might share a visual resemblance, but where crackers are typically treated as casual snacks, matzo carries a far deeper cultural meaning.

    By Max Dean 8 days ago Read More
  • A Costco food court menu on the wall above the food handoff station.

    The Worst Costco Food Court Menu Item Has A Loyal Fan Base

    This popular Costco food court item has drawn consistent complaints since the shift to a frozen, shipped model instead of in-store preparation.

    By Audrey Freedman 9 days ago Read More
  • Fried fish sandwich with fries

    How 1969 Changed The Fast Food Fish Game Forever

    The year 1969 didn't first introduce Americans to fast food fish, but it marked the industry's shift toward specialized, dedicated seafood concepts.

    By Nikita Ephanov 9 days ago Read More
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