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The Fascinating Way Nabisco Marketed Graham Crackers During The Great Depression

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

During the Great Depression, people had to be creative with what they had, and Nabisco found a clever way to market graham crackers that played into this.

This Fast Food Burger Chain Has A Surprisingly Strict Dress Code For Employees

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

When you head out to grab a fast food burger, you might not be thinking about how the employees look, but it's highly important at this one chain.

Avoid Soggy In-N-Out Animal Style Fries With A Simple Ordering Request

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

If you love animal fries from In-N-Out, but you hate how soggy they can get on the ride home from the drive-thru, try this ordering hack instead.

These Are The 9 Best Companion Plants For Your Tomatoes

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Tomatoes grow well on their own, but these key companion plants can deter pests, attract pollinators, and help ensure a fuller harvest. Some taste great, too.

How Often Should You Clean Your Oven? (It's Probably More Than You Think)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

The oven is a pivotal piece of machinery in most every kitchen, but if you aren't cleaning it as often as you should, it isn't only messy but a hazard.

Gordon Ramsay's Must-Have Food When Visiting Miami

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Gordon Ramsay is a world-famous chef but also a world traveler who knows his way around international eats, so it's little surprise he grabs this in Miami.

This Chinese Restaurant Trick Makes Homemade Chicken And Broccoli Taste Like Takeout

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Making Chinese food at home rarely tastes the same as takeout. By using a simple trick, you can make chicken and broccoli taste like it came from a restaurant.

7-Eleven's Saucy Southern Tip For Elevating Its Black Bean Burger

staff@foodrepublic.com (Food Republic Staff) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Don'y discount 7-Eleven when it comes to food. It has a deliciously saucy (and Southern) way to elevate its protein-packed black bean burger.

My 5 Favorite Cheap Eats In Dallas, According To A Local

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Dallas, Texas is know as an expensive city, but as a local, these are the 5 spots that I frequent for an affordable, yet satisfying meal.

This Texas Roadhouse Fried Catfish Po'boy Hack Isn't Worth The Time Or Effort

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0000

While the Texas Roadhouse fried catfish po'boy hack may sound like a good idea in theory, the number of steps involved isn't really worth the effort.

The 15 Best Italian Subs In America

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hayden Fletcher) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:02:00 +0000

A good Italian sub might not be hard to find, but a truly great one is a treasure. These are the best of the very best Italian subs in the country.

How Bringing Headphones To The Grocery Store Can Help Save You Money

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0000

How often you go grocery shopping affects the budget, but did you know that bringing your own set of headphones can actually help you save money?

The Funky Heinz Ketchup That Deserves A Comeback

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Heinz has made its name by selling products we come to think of as staples, like its ketchup or baked beans, but in the early 2000s, it released a funky item.

How Much Cheese Are Olive Garden Employees Actually Allowed To Give You?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Just how much cheese are Olive Garden employees permitted to give you? For example, what happens if you just never ask your server to stop grating?

This Costco Deli Buy Is A Big Hit To Your Wallet

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Costco is typically able to keep its Kirkland Signature prices affordable. However, one of the deli products under the store brand's name is pretty costly.

My Go-To Late-Night Spot For Korean BBQ In Atlanta

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:17:00 +0000

As someone who's patronized just about every kind of Korean barbecue restaurant in Atlanta, what sets this late-night spot apart from the rest is its variety.

How The Largest Fast Food Fish Chain Lost 1,000 Locations

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

At its peak, this fast-food fish chain operated more than 1,400 locations across the United States; now, only around 400 remain. But what happened?

The Celebrity Chef Products Anthony Bourdain Loathed

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Anthony Bourdain was as famous for his critiques as he was for his praises, and one celebrity-driven trend was a frequent target of his disdain.

This Classic Beer Went From One Of The Top Brands To Nearly Unfindable

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

How did a beer that once reigned as America's top brew undergo such a swift decline, falling from a household favorite to essentially unfindable?

How Olive Garden Gets Its Soups So Smooth And Creamy, According To Reddit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Part of what makes Olive Garden's soups so good is how smooth and creamy they are, and there's a simple cooking trick that helps make that happen.