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Do Waffle House Doors Really Not Have Locks? Bloomberg/Getty Images By Aimee Lamoureux/July 8, 2021 11:16 am EST Perhaps one of the biggest appeals of Waffle House — aside from the waffles themselves — is the operating hours. Waffle Houses nationwide are open 24 hours per day, every single day, including all major holidays, according to their website. The chain never closes, and as a result, many people are left wondering: If Waffle Houses are always open, then why do they even need locks on their doors?...

Duff Goldman’s Hilarious Response To The Way His Wife Cut A Sandwich Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Aug. 9, 2021 3:23 pm EST When it comes to slicing sandwiches, there are a few standards most people seem to turn to. You have the quintessential diagonal cut, which turns any old sandwich into triangles. Then there’s the vertical straight-down-the middle-cut so you get two symmetrical halves. However, this cut might be primarily used for long sandwiches like subs....

Every McDonald’s Video Game Ranked Worst To Best By Mary Osborne/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 3:00 pm EST Ah, McDonald’s. Nothing quite compares to the taste of an inexpensive cheeseburger or a hot carton of salty fries. There’s no denying that the American fast food chain has become one of the most recognizable companies in the world. Over the years, McDonald’s has marketed its products in a variety of ways, including partnering with “Pokemon” for a series of collectible cards....

Here’s How To Eat The Celebrity Dishes From Guy Fieri’s Restaurant Reboot Steve Jennings/Getty Images By Erich Barganier/June 16, 2021 1:27 pm EST When it comes to having a great time and serving up great food, no one does it better than Guy Fieri. When the pandemic hit, Fieri wanted to give back. Over the course of a year, the restaurateur raised almost $25 million to aid restaurant workers who lost their livelihood due to COVID-19 (via Food & Wine)....

Here’s Why You May Want To Think Twice Before Cooking With Olive Oil Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/March 16, 2021 10:54 am EST Olive oil is a main staple of the Mediterranean diet, which has long been celebrated as one of the healthiest diets in the world. Undoubtedly, olive oil does provide many essential health benefits. According to Healthline, olive oil boasts many healthy fats, including omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, and a healthy monounsaturated fat called oleic acid....

How Is Paneer Different From Other Cheese? Shutterstock By Robin Miller/Updated: April 1, 2021 11:03 am EST Imagine adding milky chunks of cheese to your hot soup and discovering that the cubes don’t melt. With each spoonful, you can enjoy the taste and textural sensation of creamy soup and firm cheese. Welcome to the world of paneer. The word paneer comes from “peynir” or “cheese” in Turkish and Persian, and it’s thought to date back to the sixteenth century, when Persian and Afghan rulers introduced the cheese to Northern India (via Marigold Maison)....

How The Great Food Truck Race Prize Keeps Changing Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/June 2, 2021 12:59 pm EST No one can deny that grabbing a quick bite at a food truck can make any day better. This modern way of dining took off back in 2008 as a business method to protect against loss during the great recession (via The Balance). While food carts and mobile restaurants have graced cities and towns since the 17th century, this restaurant model has truly taken off in the past few years, and now rakes in at least $1 billion in profits annually....

How To Toast Coconut Molly Allen/Mashed By Molly Allen/March 8, 2021 2:52 pm EST If you’re a fan of coconut, then you’re typically all in. Coconut has such a distinct aroma and flavor that either you’re head over heels in love, or for the haters, you’d rather eat anything else. For those diehard fans, shredded coconut on its own is still as delicious as can be, but there’s something even better about a sprinkle of toasted coconut....

One-Pot Casseroles That Make Life So Much Easier Erin Johnson/Mashed By Kristin Danley-Greiner/April 7, 2021 5:01 pm EST Casseroles are perfect for using up the leftovers hanging out in your fridge or for sneaking healthy ingredients into a meal, unbeknownst to those picky eaters in the family. Casseroles are fantastic options when you’re short on time on a weeknight, or when you just don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen on the weekend....

Only 11% Of People Consider This Classic Easter Candy Their Favorite Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/March 25, 2021 2:01 pm EST When it comes to Easter foods, it’s all about the candy. Sure, there may be a festive meal involving ham or lamb and other dubious Easter dishes that are served more out of tradition than because anyone actually enjoys them. Also, there are eggs … way too many eggs. Hard-boiled and dyed, blown and painted, decorated, baked into Easter breads, and of course, leftover until way past the holiday....

Popular White Claw Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best Christopher Lane/Getty Images By Matt Meltzer/May 25, 2021 1:31 pm EST What’s the best flavor of White Claw? Like anything, that depends very much on your own personal taste, and how well that taste mixes with sparkling malt liquor. The hard seltzer that’s become the new go-to for outdoor parties and day drinking has worked its way into the American booze scene faster than anything in recent memory....

Starbucks Wants To Help You Start Meditating. Here’s How Bloomberg/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Feb. 4, 2021 2:06 pm EST January 27, Starbucks and Headspace unveiled their collaborative promotion. The deal, as Starbucks’s website explains, is that until March 7, you can receive a 60 day free trial by using the code STARBUCKS. Once the free trial has ended, the annual Headspace subscription will cost $69.99. The purpose of this collaboration, the press release states, is “to offer customers a series of new meditations to transform their coffee routine into a mindful experience centered around the coffee ritual....

Store-Bought Chicken Nuggets, Ranked Worst To Best Shutterstock By Kori Ellis/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 12:00 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Since being invented in the 1960s, chicken nuggets have grown to become a mainstay in American cuisine. From children to those who are only young at heart, everyone can find something magical about a perfect chicken nugget. With or without dipping sauces, these things are ideal for everything from a hearty meal to a quick snack on the go....

The Big Problem Costco Shoppers Have With These Spicy Pickle Chips Instagram By Aimee Lamoureux/June 15, 2021 4:22 pm EST With summer just about here, many people are starting to pull out their grills and get their palates ready for some excellent outdoor cuisine. And what goes better with a nice, juicy burger fresh from the grill than a crunchy, satisfying pickle served on the side? Costco certainly has no shortage of condiment and pickle offerings available, and they are now also selling a unique spicy pickle chip, just in time for summer....

The Dunkin’ Menu Used To Look A Lot Different Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/July 9, 2021 12:15 pm EST It’s inevitable that, with time, all things change. Take the case of Dunkin’, the enormous global donut and coffee chain. In earlier times, it was formerly known as Dunkin’ Donuts, and in another life, it was originally known as “Open Kettle” — a little snack stop in Quincy, Massachusetts opened in 1948 that sold coffee, donuts, and other pastries, as well as a few sandwiches (via the official website)....

The Hot Dog Style You’ll Only Find In Kansas City Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Aug. 13, 2021 12:55 pm EST When you want to treat yourself, you can’t go wrong with a hot dog. According to Delish, different cities tout their own version of this staple and each take has something unique to offer. Expect to find a relatively simple version of the hot dog in New York — most eateries across the city offer up the classic version of this meal, including the addition of one or two toppings, like sauerkraut, flavorful mustard, or onions sautéed in a rich tomato paste....

The Real Reason Chick-Fil-A Is Removing These Two Breakfast Items Permanently Noam Galai/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Feb. 23, 2021 11:08 am EST Chick-fil-A is one of the biggest fast food chains in the country. Basically, if you’re a fan of chicken sandwiches, you’re bound to like Chick-fil-A, which is a favorite to win the heated chicken sandwich wars. The brand has an interesting breakfast menu too, by the way. According to Spoon University, some of the best breakfast items that you can opt for at the restaurant include hash browns, Chick-n-Minis, the Greek Yogurt Parfait, scrumptious breakfast platters, and the Breakfast Burrito....

The Real Reason Pez Comes With A Dispenser Peter Ekvall/Shutterstock By Katherine Mclaughlin/Aug. 20, 2021 3:26 pm EST You may know PEZ as the tiny candy capsules in fun collectable dispensers showcasing your favorite characters from pop culture, fandoms, and history. You may even have childhood memories of the classic candy, pretending those little pieces were pills on the playground, popping them out of your favorite character’s face. For most people, this is always how Pez has been — a candy and a collectors item....

The Reason It’s So Hard To Stop Eating Potato Chips Shutterstock By Naveena Vijayan/Updated: July 27, 2021 7:22 am EST Lay’s — the brand that’s synonymous with potato chips — got it right back in 1963. Their slogan, “Betcha can’t eat just one,” is not just catchy but absolutely true. In an experience piece published on Vice, the writer, a self-proclaimed potato chips-addict, confessed to ghosting on friends to be with a bag of chips instead....

The Truth About Bobby And Giada In Italy By Alexandra Cass/Updated: Feb. 5, 2021 11:37 am EST Whether you’re dreaming up your next Italian vacation from the confines of your couch, or looking to catch more of some of your favorite Food Network stars, Bobby and Giada in Italy is what culinary dreams are made of. The new show, available exclusively on streaming platform Discovery+, features celebrity chefs Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis living ’la dolce vita’ in Rome and Tuscany....