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In China, the epicenter of the coronavirus, factories have shuttered, leading to 'snarled supply chains,' affecting companies in the United States and around the world — even ones as seemingly untouchable as Coca-Cola.
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What To Know Before Ordering Papa John's New Jalapeno Popper Rolls
No doubt due to slumping sales and a spate of PR nightmares, Papa John's has been making some notable changes in recent months, and has been rolling out new menu items with a vengeance. The latest? Jalapeño Popper Rolls, launched this week as a "unique take on one of America's classic appetizers." -
How Many World Records Does Matt Stonie Hold?
Watching competitive eater Matt 'Megatoad' Stonie at work is part fascinating, part horrifying. How many competitive eating records does he hold? -
How Much It Typically Costs To Start A Food Truck
Food trucks blew up in the late 2000s and early 2010s, surely spurred on by the recession as would-be operators looked for ways to cut costs instead of taking the financial plunge that accompanies brick-and-mortar businesses. But how much does it take to make these meals-on-wheels wonders run? -
The Real Reason Some Sugar Isn't Vegan
Not that anyone's encouraging you to eat more sugar, but, let's face it, sometimes you just need some baked goods in your life. Unfortunately, vegans must conquer an extra layer of concern around the sugar they're buying and consuming. Why is that? -
Here's What A Year-Old McDonald's Meal Really Tastes Like
We've seen stomach-turning McDonald's challenges before, but recently one brave lad, Matt Nadin from Barnsley, England, dug up a Big Mac meal that had been buried in his friend Andy Thompson's backyard for 14 months to complete what he called the McDonald's 365 Challenge. So what did it taste like? -
Why Are Cashews So Expensive?
When compared with the silky texture and rich taste of cashews, peanuts just seem so, well, common. Another big difference is their price points. -
The Truth About French Tacos
Talk about crossing cultures — the French taco combines a dizzying array of ingredient influences in its overstuffed tortilla casing. -
Papa John Admits He Didn't Actually Eat 40 Pizzas In A Month
Last November, fallen CEO John Schnatter lashed out at Papa John's and made a claim that has now sent him back into the throes of controversy: "I've had over 40 pizzas in the last 30 days, and it's not the same pizza," he said. "It's not the same product. It just doesn't taste as good." -
How To Freeze Cheese The Right Way
Encountered a load of cheese on deep discount? Accidentally overbought for your latest kitchen experiment? Whatever created the expiration-date emergency on your surplus cheese stash, you may be able to prolong its life by freezing. -
The Truth About McDonald's Oreo Shamrock McFlurry
Mint chocolate lovers, rejoice. McDonald's is literally and figuratively shaking things up to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its iconic Shamrock Shake. -
The Truth About Spelt
Today's growing army of clean eaters often strive to return to simpler times. One grain enjoying a resurgence as a modern-wheat alternative is spelt. -
Are Beet Greens Edible?
In the 2010s, beets — which have long horrified picky kids and stain-averse adults alike — made a surprising comeback, suddenly cropping up on tables nationwide. But today's beet consumers often make a common mistake: tossing the greens attached to these humble root-vegetable gems. -
What Exactly Is Allspice Dram?
Allspice dram (also called pimento dram), was once a hard-to-find ingredient in the United States. It offers sweet and spicy notes to the recipes it's added to, but promises not to be too sugary or too bitter. What more could you want in a liqueur? -
What Is Seitan Actually Made Of?
Sure, we've all heard of Impossible Burgers, but one meat alternative has been kicking around for much longer, and with a lot less fuss: seitan. This "wheat meat" boasts several benefits, but what's it really made of? -
Is The Coronavirus Really Connected To Corona Beer?
Every company loves free publicity, but Corona beer is probably none too thrilled that its name is now being associated with a deadly coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan, China, on December 31, 2019. But is there really any connection between the two?