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Here’s How Much Red Robin Employees Really Make Bloomberg/Getty Images By Ni’Kesia Pannell/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 10:31 am EST With so many different burger joints accessible, you may not have had the chance to give a Red Robin burger a try. Though you probably won’t find a Red Robin restaurant on every corner as you would a McDonald’s, the official Red Robin website notes that it is still in bulk as over 540 locations can be found in and throughout the nation as well as in Canada....

How Much Zaxby’s Employees Really Make Facebook By Ni’Kesia Pannell/April 6, 2021 7:53 am EST Though there are plenty of restaurants serving up delicious chicken in all forms, if you’ve had the pleasure of tasting any of the offerings at Zaxby’s, you know that the chain is in a league of its own. While the official Zaxby’s website notes that the restaurant — which was founded in 1990 — was invented on a basketball court by Zach McLeroy and Tony Townley....

How Trisha Yearwood Really Feels About Sugar Substitutes Dominik Bindl/Getty Images By Ashley Steinberg/Aug. 5, 2021 8:45 am EST In the world of food do’s and don’ts, sugar substitutes are about as controversial as eggs. The debate over whether eggs are healthy sources of protein or unhealthy because of their high fat and cholesterol content is disputed as much as sugar vs. Sweet’N Low (via Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine). The Cleveland Clinic chastises artificial sweetener for their higher than normal sweetness and subsequent ability to “stimulate your taste buds, go to your brain, affect your hormones and slow your metabolism....

Japan’s New Canned Curry Drink Is Turning Heads Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Aug. 10, 2021 1:54 pm EST Although we love to cook, we have to admit that sometimes, convenience foods are where it’s at. Whether we’ve had a long day at work, are facing an empty fridge, or just feel lazy, the occasional indulgence in canned soup, boxed cereal, jarred pasta sauce, and frozen pizza can be a lifesaver. For better or for worse, Americans tend to love processed foods....

NBA Star Giannis Antetokounmpo Celebrated His Recent Win With This Massive Chick-Fil-A Order Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images By Maria Scinto/July 22, 2021 3:34 pm EST On June 20, 2021, history was made in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. For the first time in 50 years, the Milwaukee Bucks were world champions! To the resounding cheers of “Bucks in Six,” the Milwaukee Bucks won game six of the NBA finals and claimed the NBA Championship Trophy (via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)....

Olive Garden Dishes That Are Totally Not Italian Shutterstock By Chris Heasman/Updated: June 3, 2021 4:33 pm EST Olive Garden isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a pan-national, multi-billion dollar franchise that, since its inception in 1982, has become something of a landmark in America’s casual dining scene. To many, Olive Garden might be seen as the most readily available and affordable Italian food around. And when you walk through those doors and take in the Tuscan-style decor, you might assume you’re about to sit down to a meal comparable to what you’d be served in Italy....

Over 38% Agree This Is Best Brand Of Peanut Butter Shutterstock By Joe Nasta/Aug. 16, 2021 12:26 pm EST Savory with the perfect blend of salty and sweet; creamy or crunchy, depending on your personal preferences; and absolutely delicious when paired with chocolate, apples, or plain white bread: Of course, we’re talking about peanut butter! Peanut butter is something of an American specialty that is enjoyed across the country in many forms....

Pinot Noir Versus Pinot Grigio: What’s The Difference? Shutterstock By Emily Cappiello/Aug. 5, 2021 4:06 pm EST While there are many pinot varietals in the wine segment, two of them have seemingly stayed steady at the top of the list: Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio. The two share part of a name, and you might think that’s where the similarities end. However, here’s a shocker for you: Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir are color mutations of the same grape, so they do have something in common (per Wine Folly)....

Quick Pork Mei Fun Recipe Ting Dalton/Mashed By Ting Dalton AND Mashed Staff/July 8, 2021 3:29 pm EST Pork mei fun is a recipe packed with flavor, noodles, pork, and plenty of seasoning. What’s not to love? If you haven’t yet heard of this dish, then you need to keep reading. If you have tried it, you likely love it, and we’ll walk you through exactly how to make it in the comfort of your own home....

Reddit Is Obsessed With This Oddly Satisfying Pudding Cup Reddit By Aimee Lamoureux/Aug. 13, 2021 1:43 pm EST There are some things in life that are just plain satisfying. Whether it’s peeling a price sticker smoothly off an item in one piece, popping bubble wrap, or stacking items in such a way that they fit perfectly together, these simple moments can really be enjoyable to experience. According to Professor Robert Colombo, humans find such experiences pleasant because they trigger the release of the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine into the brain, which make us feel happy and relaxed, per Lemonade....

The Surprising Connection Between Chef Frankie Celenza And Lady Gaga Jason Mendez/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/June 15, 2021 6:15 pm EST TV personality and chef Frankie Celenza is the man to turn to when you need inspiration to enter the kitchen and prepare something delicious for dinner. Best known for his popular cooking series “Struggle Meals,” Celenza makes it a point to prepare delicious, affordable recipes for his fans. The chef hopes that his content can inspire more people to experiment with recipes at home instead of relying on takeout all the time (via Food Sided)....

The Truth About Laurent Carratie From Spring Baking Championship Season 7 Instagram By Ralph Schwartz/Feb. 26, 2021 3:45 pm EST If you wanted to pick an early favorite in the seventh season of Spring Baking Championship, it would probably be Laurent Carratie. The season premiere already aired on the Food Network on Feb. 22. Unofficial results posted on the game show fan site Bobbymgsk, indicate Carratie finished in fourth place at the end of episode one, so he’s still in the race for the $25,000 prize....

This Hack Will Make Your Sour Cream Last Longer In The Fridge Shutterstock By Gina LaVecchia Ragone/May 7, 2021 5:03 pm EST Sour cream. Some people love it; others, like Medium’s Patrick Keefe, not so much. With roots in Eastern Europe, sour cream, similar to crème fraîche, is a cultured milk product that was “discovered” when cream that had sat around for a while turned slightly sour thanks to the growth of lactic acid-producing bacteria (via MasterClass)....

This Is How Jane Fonda Eats Amanda Edwards/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/March 16, 2021 2:52 pm EST Actress and fitness icon Jane Fonda has enthralled her audiences for many years. As per Mental Floss, the actress has been passionate about fitness for a very long time, even when the industry mostly had male icons. She inspired other women to focus on an active lifestyle. Thankfully, Fonda has never been afraid to challenge gender stereotypes or make fitness videos for her fans....

What Is Chard And What Does It Taste Like? Shutterstock By Karen Hart/May 24, 2021 3:51 pm EST Chard, or Swiss chard as it is often called, is a descendent of the Chenopodiaceae family and is closely related to the beet, according to the New England Vegetable Management Guide. While beets are grown for their roots and leaves, chard is cultivated for its leafy greens and crunchy stems. But according to Harvesting History, chard has years on beets....

What Really Happens To Food Leftover From MasterChef Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/May 20, 2021 5:08 pm EST One of the top shows on television, “Masterchef” is so popular that it has inspired several versions in different countries (via IMDb). The show has been around since 2010 and follows a simple premise: several home chefs battle it out against each other to overcome cooking challenges and impress the judges. It is a highly competitive show that isn’t easy to win....

What You Need To Know Before Making An Ice Cream Cake Shutterstock By Ralph Schwartz/July 23, 2021 9:52 am EST Ice cream cakes can be intimidating, and first-time cake makers may be tempted to just bolt for the nearest Dairy Queen to buy one. But we’re here to tell you, ice cream cakes are easy to make. Depending on your method, you might not even need to turn on an oven....

What You Should Know About Sam’s Club’s Secret Menu Scott Olson/Getty Images By Rachel Pasche/April 10, 2021 10:50 pm EST Sam’s Club is chock full of delicious finds, like their frozen french toast sticks, plus some amazing deals on bulk items, like toothbrushes and paper towels. What you probably didn’t know, however, was that their food court houses a secret menu, and it’s actually pretty solid. It’s a long-standing fact that their pizzas are actually a good choice, and their Icees and sundaes hit the spot more often than not....

Which Virtual Kitchen Is Best For Vegans And Vegetarians? Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 1:51 pm EST Virtual kitchens have taken the U.S. by storm in the past year. According to Webstaurant Store’s blog, these businesses operate as restaurant options on delivery apps and online sites, but lack a proper brick-and-mortar location. As a result, this model has a lower financial overhead compared to traditional restaurants, can quickly adjust their menus, has the potential to experiment with ideas, and has an unparalleled level of flexibility....

Why You Should Think Twice About Eating IHOP Syrup Bruce Bennett/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/April 6, 2021 4:27 pm EST IHOP, aka The International House of Pancakes, is a legendary name that is known all across the United States for good reason. It’s not just for its wide range of delicious pancakes (not to mention a secret menu), but also for the welcoming environment. According to the IHOP website, the brand is particularly proud of the fact that it offers accessible meal options to customers in a cozy atmosphere that is ideal for dining with friends and family....