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The Inner Child In Us Is Envious Of Cardi B's Stacked School Lunches
Music superstar Cardi B recently shared pictures of her daughter's stacked school lunches on Twitter -- and our inner children are envious, to say the least. -
Starbucks Is Finally Getting Nugget Ice
Starbucks is finally getting nugget ice in each of its stores, but what makes that ice more special than standard chipped ice? -
French Onion Pasta Is The Epitome Of Comfort Food
French onion pasta is the epitome of comfort food and the process is so easy that you can make it on auto-pilot with four necessities. -
You're Going To Be Seeing A Lot Of AI In Fast Food. Here's What That Means For The Industry
AI technology can strive to create more efficiency within fast food, but it will likely mean other big changes for the industry too. -
Business Isn't Looking Good For Hardee's After Major Store Closures
With shutdowns and restrictions amid the pandemic, many Hardee's locations could not perform up to their usual standards and struggled to ensure a profit. -
The Magnum Ice Cream Bar Copycat Costco Fans Want You To Know About
Costco fans say this alternative to Magnum's chocolate-covered ice cream bars tastes like the real thing. -
Starbucks' Customer Star Debt, Explained
Some Starbucks rewards members were surprised to find a negative balance, or star debt, in their accounts. Here's what the coffee giant says went wrong. -
The Trick To Easily Flipping Eggs Is Lying In Your Kitchen Cabinet
When it comes time to flip mouth-watering over-easy eggs, it could cause a bit of stress. But the ultimate stress reliever might be in your cabinet. -
Padma Lakshmi Thinks One In-N-Out Location Stands Out Over The Others
"Top Chef" judge Padma Lakshmi is no stranger to fine dining, but she's vocal about her love of fast food burgers - particularly from one In-N-Out location. -
It's Probably Not A Good Idea To Cook Hot Dogs Straight From Frozen
Though you may be eager to get those hot dogs you've been dreaming about from your freezer to the grill, here's why you need to let them thaw first. -
Fanta Just Released An Orange Soda-Scented Perfume
Fanta's major marketing campaign launches April 13 and includes a mobile game, cinematic commercials, and a limited-time fragrance called "Scent of Fanta." -
Leah Cohen's Two Urgent Tips For The Best Deep-Fried Eggs
To master Thai-style deep-fried eggs, follow this advice from "Top Chef" alum Leah Cohen. -
Japan Diners Arrested Over Chopstick Prank
Numerous incidents of "sushi terrorism" at restaurants have gained the attention of authorities, who arrested two diners in Japan over a chopstick prank. -
A Warning From The CDC Tells Bakers To Avoid Eating Raw Flour After Salmonella Outbreak
Typically folks can avoid salmonella in flour since germs get killed off during the baking process, but when raw dough is eaten, that bacteria may wreak havoc. -
The Musical Bacon Tip Snoop Dogg Gave Martha Stewart
Snoop Dogg had a surprising bacon-cooking tip for Martha Stewart: Listen to it like music. -
The McDonald's Slogan You Probably Forgot About
Because McDonald's has since moved on from this ad without so much as a nostalgic throwback, you can be forgiven for forgetting the once-popular slogan. -
M&M's Is Dropping A Rice Crispy Treats Collab And We're Not Complaining
Not only does M&Ms carry special edition Easter flavors, it's just released a limited edition pastel-colored White Chocolate Marshmallow Crispy Treat flavor. -
The Effort-Free Egg Substitute For Silky Sweet Custard
Out of eggs -- or are they too pricey? With some clever culinary skills, you can use an effort-free egg substitute to create a silky sweet custard at home. -
Jack Daniels Is Suing (Weirdly) A Dog Toy Company
There are many interesting cases that make it to court. Case in point: Jack Daniels is suing (weirdly) a dog toy company, and taking it to the Supreme Court. -
The Reason Why Wendy's Brought Back The Slogan 'Where's The Beef?'
Wendy's fans may want to buckle up, as the franchise is giving another nod to the classic "Where's the beef?" campaign which you won't want to let pass you by. -
The Mistake You Make When Drying Fruit Without A Dehydrator
Yes, you can successfully make dried fruit without a dehydrator - but there are some key tips you need to keep mind. -
Taco Bell Is Bringing Back The Volcano Menu
Although the exact details of the Volcano Menu have not been revealed, Taco Bell is bringing back the beloved spicy menu. -
Why You Should Never Buy Frozen Plantains, According To A Cuban Chef
When it comes to whether or not you should buy certain fruits and vegetables right from the freezer, such as plantains, it can become a hot-button issue. -
Coors Just Released Beer-Flavored Popsicles In Time For March Madness
You can enjoy all of the taste of your favorite Coors Light beverage in a non-alcoholic push-up popsicle just in time for March Madness. -
Van Leeuwen's Latest Hidden Valley Ranch Ice Cream Flavor Isn't For The Faint Of Heart
Van Leeuwen's partnership with Hidden Valley incorporates a particular salad dressing that will either have you drooling in your bowl or running away from it. -
Hellmann's New Smart Jar Solves A Major Mayonnaise Problem
Major mayo brand Hellmann's has stepped up with an innovative idea on how to stop spoilage in your fridge before it happens.