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  • Anthony Bourdain smiles slightly on an Emmy's red carpet
    Food History
    Food History By Cara J Suppa

    What Anthony Bourdain Actually Thought About NYC's 'Dirty Water Hot Dogs'

    NYC's dirty water hot dogs aren't actually cooked in dirty water, and, despite the name, are popular with tourists and locals like Bourdain alike.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Olive Garden sign hanging on restaurant
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Sophie Morelli

    13 Discontinued Olive Garden Menu Items We May Never See Again

    Are you missing one or two of your favorite dishes from Olive Garden? We're highlighting a variety of meals, from spaghetti pie to Parmesan crusted tilapia.

    By Sophie Morelli Read More
  • The back of a woman strolling through a Walmart aisle while pushing a cart
    Shopping Tips
    Shopping Tips By Cara J Suppa

    Is Walmart Plus Better Than A Costco Membership?

    When you are debating on which retail membership is worth your time, you might want to compare the perks and prices, especially between Costco and Walmart.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • A McDonald's employee holding a tray of McDonald's food and drinks in the restaurant
    Restaurants
    Restaurants By Cami Cox

    How Many Restaurants You Need To Be A Chain

    Have you ever wondered how many locations a restaurant needs to be considered a chain? Is there a magic number, or is it defined in other ways?

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • A cheeseburger served on a donut bun with a side of french fries
    Food History
    Food History By Chala June

    The Music Legend Who May Have Inspired The Donut Burger

    Whether you call it a donut burger, a Luther burger, or the Mulligan burger, slapping a Krispy Kreme on a hamburger as a bun has relatively modern origins.

    By Chala June Read More
  • Matcha latte in a mug on white countertop
    Drink
    Drink By Molly E. Sandwell

    11 Ways To Make Matcha Without A Whisk

    Making a matcha at home is pretty easy, but if you don't own a whisk (also called a chasen), you may be wondering if it's still possible. Don't worry, it is.

    By Molly E. Sandwell Read More
  • A cheese and meat casserole in a white baking dish next to a wooden spoon
    Food
    Food By Danielle Esposito

    Why Are Casseroles Such A Staple Dish In The South?

    When you think about Southern food, you probably picture casseroles, because in the South, they seem to be the quintessential answer for everything.

    By Danielle Esposito Read More
  • A variety of different Mexican dishes on a table, including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and guacamole
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Food Republic Staff

    The Fast Food Sauce That Transforms Homemade Mexican Dishes

    Nothing, and we mean nothing, beats homemade Mexican food, but after a long work day, cooking a sauce may just be too much. In such cases, turn to fast food.

    By Food Republic Staff Read More
  • Hand holding boxed cake mix in grocery store aisle
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Katie Moore

    Does Cake Mix Really Go Bad?

    If you've been digging through your cupboards and found a cake mix from you-can't-remember-when, you may be curious if it's still safe to bake with.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • Salmon burger on bun with sauce
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Paige Novak-Goberville

    Do You Really Need Breadcrumbs To Hold Salmon Burgers Together?

    When making salmon patties, you might think you absolutely have to grab some breadcrumbs to hold things together, but is that what breadcrumbs really do?

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
  • A burger with bacon, cheese, and lettuce with a sesame seed bun sits on a wooden cutting board
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Jack Rose

    What To Know Before You Make Burgers With Brisket

    When you are making your own homemade hamburgers, consider brisket as a high-quality ground beef alternative that adds extra flavor and texture to your patty.

    By Jack Rose Read More
  • close up of a crispy fish sandwich
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Shantella Huddleston

    What's Really In Wendy's Fish Sandwich?

    It's that magical time of year when every fast food joint has a fish sandwich available. Here's the type of fish Wendy's uses in its fish sandwiches.

    By Shantella Huddleston Read More
  • Slice of red velvet cake on plate.
    Baking Tips
    Baking Tips By Lili Kim

    The Unconventional Cake Cutting Technique You Should Be Using For Less Crumbs

    After taking the time to bake, cool, and frost a cake, the last thing you want is messy slices full of crumbs. Get the perfect cut with this technique.

    By Lili Kim Read More
  • butter block with parchment paper backing on wooden cutting board
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Paige Novak-Goberville

    Save Your Butter Wrappers For A Clever New Use In The Freezer

    Whether you simply want to save some money or are trying to reuse things when you can, here's how to save and reuse your butter wrappers in the freezer.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
  • frying egg against black background
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Sean Pagnotti

    Why Can't You Reheat Fried Eggs?

    Batch-cooking foods to be reheated later can be a great way to save time and make delicious meals. But when it comes to fried eggs, fresh is always best.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • A shopper peers into the meat cooler of a Sam's Club location
    Shopping Tips
    Shopping Tips By Cara J Suppa

    The Sam's Club Party Platter You Can Ask To Be Freshly Made

    When you are stocking up for a big event, Sam's Club is the perfect place to visit for fresh, pre-made party platters that will satisfy all your guests.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Side-by-side packages of Beyond Meat burgers and Impossible burgers
    Food
    Food By M Lavelle

    Beyond Vs Impossible: What's The Difference Between These 2 Popular Plant-Based Burgers?

    The Beyond Burger and the Impossible Burger are two of the most popular plant-based burgers on the market, but what's the difference between them?

    By M Lavelle Read More
  • Three Apollo 11 astronauts and two other men eating steak and eggs at long dining table with white tablecloth
    Food History
    Food History By Alba Caraceni

    The Reason Steak And Eggs Is A Go-To Dish For Astronauts Heading To Space

    Steak and eggs is the standard pre-launch meal for NASA astronauts, a tradition that dates back to the dawn of American spaceflight. But why is this?

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • Fried chicken from KFC in paper plates
    Fast Food
    Fast Food By Katie Moore

    Are These The 11 Spices That Make KFC's Fried Chicken Taste So Good?

    KFC is famously secretive about its famous 11 herbs and spices blend for the iconic fried chicken -- but a leak may have officially revealed the recipe.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • A woman seated in her car lifts a fry with one hand, while holding onto a burger with her other hand
    Exclusives
    Exclusives By Cara J Suppa

    What Is Actually Considered Fast Food?

    Fast food is an American staple and has been for decades. But what, precisely, does the term fast food mean? Is there even a clear definition?

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Hand holding a packet of original flavored Tim Tam biscuits in the grocery store
    World Cuisines
    World Cuisines By Food Republic Staff

    The Tim Tam Slam Is A Sweet Way To Sip Your Drinks. Here's How To Do It

    If you haven't heard of the Tim Tam Slam, it involves a beloved Australian biscuit (aka a cookie) and the warm beverage of your choice. The results? Magic.

    By Food Republic Staff Read More
  • Different cuts of cooked steak on a serving board
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Clare Mooney

    The Biggest Steak Myths You've Believed This Entire Time

    From flipping steak to the poke test, there are lots of steak-cooking myths out there. We've rounded up a list of several myths that might surprise you.

    By Clare Mooney Read More
  • Shrimp cooking in an air fryer.
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Jennifer Waldera

    How To Cook Frozen Shrimp In The Air Fryer

    When you need to prepare your seafood in a pinch, one expert confirmed that your air fryer is the way to go for quick, easy, and delicious shrimp.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • Photo of Julia Child smiling
    Costco
    Costco By Cami Cox

    Julia Child's Costco Food Court Favorite Is Probably Yours Too

    When it comes to shopping at Costco, you may not picture celebrity chefs frequenting the store. Julia Child often did — and was a fan of this food court item.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • A greasy, open pizza box with a lone slice of pizza
    Beer and Wine
    Beer and Wine By Sean Pagnotti

    The Pizza Box Drinking Game That's Perfect For Any Party

    Takeout pizza is just about the ideal food to feed hungry partiers. As it turns out, the letover boxes can also serve double duty as a board for drinking games.

    By Sean Pagnotti Read More
  • Hands holding fried fish sandwich
    Cooking Tips
    Cooking Tips By Emily M Alexander

    Why Restaurant Fish Sandwiches Taste So Much Better Than Homemade, According To Chefs

    Ever wonder why your favorite restaurant fish sandwich tastes so much better than what you make at home? Two expert seafood chefs weigh in.

    By Emily M Alexander Read More
  • Betty Crocker vanilla cake mix in the grocery store
    Baking Tips
    Baking Tips By Paige Novak-Goberville

    Upgrade Your Boxed Cake With This Delicious DIY Finish

    Boxed cake mix is convenient and can be delicious; however, if you want a trick to take your dessert from good to downright impressive, make this DIY finish.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
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