Redefine Meat is replacing the constituent parts of a steak with so-called "alt-muscle," "alt-fat," and "alt-blood" in an attempt to approximate the complexity of beef. According to the company's calculations, printing one of their fake steaks takes 95 percent less land than the real thing.
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The jiggly dessert comes in a variety of fruit flavors, and clocking in at just 70 calories per serving, it's a treat to satiate your sweet tooth, while helping you maintain your waistline. Toss in some fruit, and it's downright healthy. But did you know you shouldn't use fresh pineapple in Jell-o?
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It might surprise some fans that Oreos were once considered copycats. Though they were created more than 100 years ago, in 1912, they were actually the second of its kind to hit the market. The original was launched by a company called Sunshine Biscuits in 1908 — unfortunately named Hydrox.
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A gas station might seem like a strange place to grab a tasty burger, but that's only because you haven't experienced the magic of a late-night Sheetz run. What started as a small convenience store has grown into a chain with a devoted following. This is the untold truth of Sheetz.
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Jameson has been a classic for years and has a rich history that dates back centuries. This is the untold truth of Jameson Irish Whiskey.
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The use of liquid nitrogen in ice cream results in the cream freezing quicker without the use of whipping. So, the ice cream is smoother and silkier than regular ice cream. Another reason for the creamy consistency is the extreme cold of liquid nitrogen prevents the formation of large ice crystals.
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Haagen-Dazs is a Brooklyn-born, super-premium ice cream company that started in the early '60s by Reuben and Rose Mattus. Why is it so pricey?
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Many people believe crepes are simply France's version of pancakes, but diners unfamiliar with the two dishes would be in for a surprise if they ordered the French delicacy at a restaurant and were expecting a big, fluffy stack like the American breakfast food.
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If you're a vegetarian, chances are you already know what's in (or, rather, not in) an Oreo cookie. If, on the other hand, you're not, you may be surprised to learn that your favorite chocolate and cream sandwich cookie doesn't contain any cream — or even milk for that matter.
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Wagyu and Kobe beef are both seen on dinner menus at high-class establishments. However, there tends to be a lot of confusion about the differences between the two and whether they're synonymous terms.
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If you want to enjoy the health benefits of Naked Juice, you're going to have to pay up. Here's why the drink is so expensive.
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According to Healthline, a standard smoothie contains a base ingredient and a liquid, with most people choosing between fruit, green, or protein smoothies. Any combination of ingredients can be used, depending on an individual's health goals and restrictions.
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Red Lobster may not offer up every kind of shrimp dish there is, but what they might lack in variety they make up for in quantity with their annual Endless Shrimp celebration.
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Do we really know what we're eating when grabbing a quick lunch from McDonald's? You might be surprised to learn what's in the McDonald's food you're eating.
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Over the past few years, hard seltzers have taken their place in the sun as the drink of summer. And while the market for these sparkling adult beverages is constantly growing, according to The Drinks Business, the two biggest names in the game are White Claw and Truly.
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From the inception of Trix until 1991, the cereal came in tiny, colorful, puffed balls. At the beginning of the 1990s, Trix shaped like berries, oranges, lemons, and watermelons were introduced. In 2006, round shapes returned. Then General Mills announced the end of artificial colors.
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The world of food and beverage is full of long-running debates fueled by differences in preferences. When it comes to Coca-Cola or Pepsi, you're sure to find someone who's vocal about which one he or she prefers to drink. Between the two beverages, there's rarely any middle ground.
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We don't how Dairy Queen's soft serve 'ice cream' is made. We do know what's in it. Let's get one thing out of the way before we dive into the details.
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If you enjoy takeout and food deliveries, you might find your kitchen swimming with plastic food containers. And while some orders come in a single-use carton or styrofoam boxes that you just toss, others will have been served up in containers that might be too sturdy to be single-use.
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If you love peanut butter as much as many people do, then it is probably a pantry staple you always have on hand — but you might not know who invented this delectable spreadable protein.
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Watermelon is a simple, refreshingly sweet, and vibrantly-colored fruit. The basis of so many fun summer recipes, from vodka-watermelon sangria to salted watermelon ice cream. Or wait — is it actually a vegetable?
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While a can of 7UP has the same amount of calories as a can of Sprite and boasts the same all-natural, lemon-lime flavor, they're quite distinct from each other in a number of ways, starting with their histories. 7UP was created back in 1929 by Charles Leiper Grigg.
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According to Business Insider, the list of vegetables disguising their true fruit identities is a long one, but eggplants take their shadiness a step further by operating under aliases. Are they "eggplants," "aubergines," or "brinjals"? It depends on whether you're from the U.S., Britain, or India.
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For many, Kudos granola bars were both a super popular breakfast choice and a tasty snack, but they eventually disappeared from store shelves. Where'd they go?
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NPR reports that weeks before KFC added the Famous Bowl to its menu, the CSPI sued the company for the unhealthy way it made its food. The bowl only seemed to confirm those concerns, becoming KFC's highest-calorie item at the time. And there's plenty of fat and sodium in there, too.
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The beef with Taco Bell's taco shells was linked to an ingredient designed to keep insects out of food. As ABC News explained, the group Genetically Engineered Food Alert alleged that genetically modified corn capable of generating its own pesticide ended up in the shells sold at supermarkets.
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The franchise fees to open a fast food restaurant vary but tend to be in the range from $10,000 to $100,000. The real difference occurs when it comes to startup costs and how much is paid to the corporation in monthly fees. Here's how much cash you'll need to open your own Burger King.
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