The Real Reason TGI Fridays Is Struggling
In the '80s and '90s, TGI Fridays was a pretty cool place to be, but the times, they are a-changing. Here are all of the reasons that TGI Fridays is struggling.
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Stories By Kitty Jay
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Restaurant Marketing Campaigns That Totally Backfired
Let's review the highlights (or lowlights) of some of the biggest restaurant marketing fails of all time.
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The Untold Truth Of Ronald McDonald
Whether you find him charming or creepy, there is no doubt that you have been thoroughly exposed to the real king of burgers - Ronald McDonald.
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The Untold Truth Of Paula Deen
While you may be familiar with the allegations and admissions that caused the Paula Deen empire to crumble, you may not know everything about that empire.
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Celebrity Chefs Who Aren't "Chefs" At All
Read on to learn which celebrity chefs didn't earn their title in an actual culinary school, but rather at the school of hard knocks.
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Here's Everything You Need To Know About Chuck E. Cheese
Over the years, Chuck E. Cheese's has undergone some changes - it's probably nothing like the entertainment destination you remember from your younger days.
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Ways To Add Sweetness Without Sugar
There are loads of ways to add some sweetness to your meals and snacks using sources of natural sugar, instead of the added sugars we all have been told to avoid.
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What Olympic Athletes Really Eat
What does a typical Olympic athlete actually eat in a day? The answers can fluctuate widely - and some of them might surprise you.
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What Tom Brady Really Eats
Here's what Tom Brady really eats. Some of it sounds delicious, while some of it ... well ... you know.
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Ways Waiters Get Revenge On Awful Customers
Here are some ways waiters can get revenge on awful customers. Only on the bad ones!
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Things You Didn't Know You Could Do With Greek Yogurt
You probably didn't know you could do all these amazing things with Greek yogurt.
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Things Your Server Might Be Lying About
Think your server may be lying to you? If they are, these are some of the most common server lies you're likely to encounter.
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14 Restaurant Customers That Make Waitstaff Cringe
While the menus may vary from restaurant to restaurant, there's one constant that remains waiters and waitresses across the land... customers can totally suck.
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Condiments You Didn't Know Are Packed With Sugar
Are you topping your healthy meals with piles of sugar? Check out this list of the condiments you might not have realized are jam-packed with sugar.
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Things You Didn't Know Your Grocery Store Butcher Can Do
So what exactly can your grocery store butcher do to help you get dinner on the table tonight? It turns out, a whole lot more than you probably think...
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Questions That'll Make Your Server Angry
These are the questions that make every server fantasize about squirting ketchup in a customer's eye.
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Reasons It's OK To Get Mad At Your Server
While I can excuse messed up orders or waiting a bit too long for my food, there are a few server no-no's that I just can't tolerate — and neither should you.
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The Truth About Trader Joe's Two Buck Chuck
Ever tried Two Buck Chuck? How much do you really know about your favorite $2 bottle of vino from Trader Joe's?
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Overeating These Foods Could Kill You
These everyday foods can actually be lethal, if you eat just the right amount. Which ones have you eaten today?
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The Most Dangerous Fruits In The World
Some of these dangerous fruits you may have never heard of, some may be a treat you had no idea could be deadly, and some might be in your very own backyard.
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Signs Your Bartender Is Terrible
Read on for the sure fire signs that indicate you've stumbled upon a truly terrible bartender.
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The Best Ways To Cook Bacon
Are you ready to up your bacon game? I've assembled some of the best ways out there for cooking everyone's favorite meat candy.
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Bad Kitchen Habits You Need To Break Right Now
No matter how great of a chef you are, there's still a good chance that you're making some pretty grievous kitchen mistakes. We've compiled a list of the most common kitchen errors that many of us are making daily — which ones would get you a place on the kitchen naughty list?
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Signs That Your Server Doesn't Like You
As a longtime server, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Sometimes we really just don't like you. Here's how you can tell.
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Low-Carb Meal Ideas You Can Make In 15 Minutes Or Less
Most of us have tried to go low-carb at least once, and it gets hard to find new ideas. Here are some of my best meal ideas that can be prepared on the fly.
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Hacks To Make Your Boxed Cake Mix Taste Homemade
These super easy hacks will elevate your boxed cake mix into the made-from-scratch cake you crave.
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Food You Should Never Buy Generic
Take my advice, and steer clear of the following generic items that just aren't worth the few dollars they'll save you at the store.
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