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The Untold Truth Of Golden Corral Facebook By Maria Scinto/Updated: Feb. 2, 2021 11:11 pm EST Golden Corral is the all-you-can-eat restaurant chain everyone loves to hate, and yet somehow it still packs in the customers. While many people see it as a symbol of wretched excess, others just appreciate the chance to fill up on what are ordinarily high-dollar items, like steak and seafood, for a bargain price. There are even some Joey Chestnuts-in-training who view the all-you-can eat buffet as a personal challenge — and yes, you really can eat ALL you can possibly stuff in your face....

This Is The Food Giada De Laurentiis Originally Wanted To Cook Ethan Miller/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/May 14, 2021 2:27 pm EST When it comes to famous Italian food personalities from television, a list is rarely complete without Giada de Laurentiis. She is listed as one of “4 Italian Celebrity Chefs That will Heat up Your Kitchen” on Flora Foods, one of Nerdy Foodies “Top 10 Most Famous Italian Chefs”, as well as a featured talent on a variety of Food Network shows like “Giada Entertains,” “Giada at Home”, “Food Network Star” and more....

This McDonald’s Deal Isn’t Saving You As Much Money As You’d Think Shutterstock By Felix Behr/May 10, 2021 9:25 pm EST In 2018, a judge dismissed a class action lawsuit that had hounded McDonald’s for two years. As Eater recapped, the complaint leveled in the lawsuit was that McDonald’s had deceived customers with Extra Value Meals when really it would be cheaper — by 11 cents in one case and 41 cents in another — to buy the items individually....

This Spicy Ingredient Will Revolutionize Your Potato Salad Shutterstock By Karen Hart/July 21, 2021 12:33 pm EST Potato salad is that classic dish that makes us think of simple backyard barbecues or those relaxing seaside picnics that are too far and few between. What is it about those boiled, waxy-skinned potatoes, mixed with mayo or mustard, bacon, chives, perhaps a bit of dill, and throw in some finely chopped carrots and celery for texture, that get our taste buds going?...

Twitter Erupts Over Padma Lakshmi’s Announcement About Holiday Cooking Special Rich Fury/Getty Images By Khyati Dand/Aug. 8, 2021 10:58 am EST Padma Lakshmi isn’t new to the world of food shows. Although best known for producing and hosting “Top Chef” for more than 15 years, Lakshmi has worked on a ton of other programs including “Padma’s Passport” and “Planet Food” and is the author of several bestselling cookbooks (via her official website)....

Twitter Is Strongly Divided Over Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Perfect Cut Of Beef’ Post Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Aug. 16, 2021 12:12 am EST There was a good reason that the French used to call their rival English “rosbifs” (“roast beefs”) a few hundred years back (via The Spruce Eats). The British Sunday roast, which has historically featured beef, is a “sacred” undertaking, according to renowned chef Jean-Christophe Novelli (via The Independent). And while the ritual of getting together on a Sunday appears to be challenged across much of the country as the years go by, the roast arguably still has a sacred quality to it – if not in its consumption, then at least in the way it is made....

Why Keebler Is Being Sued Over Its Fudge Mint Cookies Scott Olson/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Aug. 25, 2021 11:21 am EST A class action lawsuit proposed against Keebler in January 2021 has reached the point of becoming newsworthy. As Top Class Actions explains, the complaint accuses Ferrara, the company which owns Keebler, of lying to consumers with the insistence that their cookies were made with “real Keebler fudge.” Fudge, the complaint maintains, is made from milks, butter, and sugar, none of which properly appear in the recipe list....

Why Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away Free Donuts And Coffee On Mondays Noam Galai/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Updated: Aug. 5, 2021 9:31 am EST The next month is going to be a pretty sweet one for donut lovers. Whether you’re a fan and frequent visitor of Dunkin’ or Krispy Kreme, you can score free donuts from either company. While most people have already heard about taking their COVID-19 vaccination card to get a free donut from Krispy Kreme, the beloved chain just revealed another free donut promotion that doesn’t require a shot....

Why Starbucks Employees Really Don’t Want You To Get Your Own Straws Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/June 19, 2021 2:16 pm EST Whether driven by impatience, absentmindedness, or the simple desire not to bother the busy baristas, some Starbucks customers choose to reach behind the counter and help themselves to straws, splash sticks, sugars, and other items they need from behind the barrier, rather than ask an employee for assistance. However, even if the intentions behind this practice are good, having customers reaching behind the counter is actually the opposite of helpful — Starbucks baristas find it frustrating and even wasteful....

You Should Be Cleaning Your Ice Cube Trays More Often Than You Think Shutterstock By Amanda Tarlton/Updated: March 11, 2021 1:33 pm EST There are a lot of reasons you might use an ice cube tray instead of an ice maker. For starters, there’s the obvious: Maybe you have an older freezer that doesn’t have a built-in ice maker (or maybe it just stopped working). Then there are those of us who choose to use trays as a way to make ice cubes specifically for cocktails and mixed drinks (think: ice spheres and whiskey wedges)....

14 Doritos Super Bowl Commercials Ranked Worst To Best YouTube By Brent Furdyk/Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 11:44 am EST For most football fans, the idea of watching the Super Bowl without a hefty supply of snacks on hand is simply unacceptable, even heretical. Among the most popular in the pantheon of salty snack food are Doritos, the triangular corn chips renowned for their zesty flavors and unmistakable crunch. With this in mind, it’s no surprise that Doritos manufacturer, PepsiCo, spends big bucks to run ads during the NFL’s biggest game of the year....

Aldi’s New Dill And Spinach Dips Are Turning Heads Instagram By Emily Cappiello/May 19, 2021 3:40 pm EST Aldi is no stranger to putting out some unique food and beverage products. The grocery chain has had some big hits with its Street Corn Dip, Belgian Cocoa Dusted Truffles, cocktail-inspired salad dressing, and unique coffee flavors, just to name a few. Now, Aldi has seemingly struck gold again with the debut of its newest selection of dips, a dill-flavored one and a spinach option....

Costco Fans Are In Love With These California-Style Chicken Lettuce Wrap Kits Johnny Louis/Getty Images By Pauli Poisuo/Feb. 18, 2021 12:03 pm EST Costco is famous for being the go-to destination for a cost-conscious customer, and to take things even further, Costco-conscious consumers are constantly finding fresh new deals and delicacies that challenge old cult favorites and might even one day make it to the list of Costco food items you have to try before you die....

Dry Rub Vs. Marinade: What’s The Difference? Shutterstock By Emily Cappiello/May 27, 2021 1:09 pm EST It’s the age-old question: To rub or not to rub. Actually, not really. But there is one important question when it comes to flavoring your meats and proteins: Should you use a dry rub or a marinade? When it comes to deciding which one will be more flavorful and the right tool for the job, it really comes down to how you will be cooking your food....

Everything You Need To Know About Mary McCartney Serves It Up Mary McCartney By Molly Harris/Updated: June 1, 2021 9:30 am EST If you’re a major Paul McCartney fan, then you likely already know about the long-lasting legacy of his late wife, Linda, who was an advocate for meat-free dining. In fact, her line of plant-based frozen meals was among the very first to hit grocery stores in 1991 (via Vice)....

Facebook fans thought the post was hilarious and relatable Jack in the Box/Facebook Several commenters thought the post was really smart marketing. “Whoever is doing your marketing is a genius hahaha,” wrote one. “Great advertising … know the feeling,” another concurred. “Keep the millennial employed who does your social media marketing,” wrote another commenter. Fans also appreciated that Jack in the Box was being honest. “Jack in the Box up front with it!...

Foods You Should Never Get At The Movie Theater Shutterstock By DB Kelly/Updated: Feb. 17, 2021 10:08 am EST Half the fun of heading out to the movie theater is the concession stand. It’s filled with amazing treats you might never get at any other time — although that last part might be for the best. There’s a ton of nastiness going on behind that concession stand, and we’re talking about everything from cooking, prep, and sanitation methods you probably don’t want to know about (but absolutely should), to the hidden nutritional content of some of your favorite foods....

Here’s How Restaurants Get Chosen For Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives Kevin Mazur/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/May 12, 2021 4:00 pm EST Guy Fieri hosts the entertaining show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” which has kept viewers hooked for many years. As per IMDb, the show made its debut back in 2006 — and it’s still going strong! Whew. The concept is simple enough: Fieri samples the menu options at some of the most interesting restaurants around the U....

Here’s What It’s Really Like To Be An Olive Garden Server Bloomberg/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Aug. 11, 2021 10:23 am EST As a chain of eateries specializing in Italian food, Olive Garden has a simple selling point — its restaurants are meant to be a cozy place for families to catch up over good food. The brand says, “At Olive Garden, we know that life is better together and everyone is happiest when they’re with family....

Here’s What You Can Substitute For Lemongrass Shutterstock By Karen Fredrickson/Updated: June 21, 2021 9:45 am EST Lemongrass is a tropical plant known for its tangy citrus flavor, and is an ingredient that is generally used in specialty dishes such as Southeast Asian cuisine. As a result, you can easily find yourself in the middle of making a dish and realize that you don’t have any lemongrass on hand. Due to its unique herbal-lemon flavor, it’s difficult to replicate, but thankfully, it’s not impossible....