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The Big Problem Some Hooters Employees Have With Their New Uniforms JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Updated: Oct. 18, 2021 3:57 pm EST Hooters employees have been turning to TikTok to literally show why a recent uniform change has upset them. Video after video has revealed that at some Hooters restaurants, the already quite short shorts have been reduced to what workers described as a pair of underpants. A TikTok video by gracie....

The Domino’s Rice Bowls You Can Only Get In Japan Domino’s Japan By Erica Buehler/Oct. 3, 2021 2:53 pm EST America has some of the best fast-casual dining and fast food in the whole world. It does food chains well, and people love them. But we’d be lying if we said that we didn’t get a little envious sometimes when we see something delicious that’s only available in another country. (Cough, cough, Burger King Malaysia’s Chocolate Melt....

The Ingredient You Need To Add To Potato Leek Soup, According To Reddit JeniFoto/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Oct. 4, 2021 3:30 pm EST Do you love soup? One of the humbler dishes of the kitchen, soup is actually one of our very favorite things to cook. We love the opportunity to layer flavors such as garlic, onions, carrots, and herbs, then let them simmer away with additional ingredients, perfuming our house and rewarding us with a big pot of comfort food that’s great for reheating throughout the week....

The Reason McDonald’s Is Trying To Reopen Its Dining Rooms Tama2u/Shutterstock By Amy Hamblen/Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 5:21 am EST If you’ve been inside a McDonald’s to pick up an order recently, you may have noticed something missing. No, it’s not self-order kiosks or the (infamously unreliable) ice cream machines. Those things are still around. It’s the diners! According to the New York Post, back in March of 2020, all McDonald’s indoor dining rooms (along with play areas) were closed due, of course, to the pandemic....

The Ridiculous Amount Of Fries McDonald’s Sells Every Day Nixx Photography/Shutterstock By Aimee Lamoureux/Oct. 15, 2021 2:54 pm EST Since it was founded in 1955, McDonald’s has sold well over 300 billion burgers (per Wall Street Journal). That comes as no surprise since it is, after all, a burger chain. However, while burgers are their staple menu item, and perhaps the food they are best known for, fans might be surprised to learn that there’s another best selling item at McDonald’s....

The Surprising Fact You Never Knew About Pumpkins Daniel Knighton/Getty Images By Molly Harris/Oct. 18, 2021 2:57 pm EST As soon as Pumpkin Spice Lattes hit Starbucks menus everywhere, fans of fall know that pumpkin season has officially arrived. While there are plenty of pumpkin spice items every year that get people in the mood for cool weather and fall flavors, there are so many other ways to enjoy real pumpkins and winter squashes too....

The Truth About Garlic Coca-Cola Ekaterina Bondaretc/Shutterstock By James Lewis/Sept. 17, 2021 11:58 pm EST The fact that there is an entire museum dedicated to horrifying foods is really quite a puzzlement – after all, why would anything disgusting ever be considered to be food? The Drinks Business reports on the aptly named Disgusting Food Museum in Malmo, Sweden, which treats visitors to an exotic array of panic-inducing sights and smells....

The Truth About Lidia Bastianich’s First Restaurant Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Oct. 6, 2021 12:40 pm EST Culinary legend Lidia Bastianich has been a major source of inspiration in the industry for a long time. Even when she was little, the budding chef would hang around in the kitchen in her native Pola, Italy (which later became Yugoslavia). In an interview with Eataly, she reminisced that her grandmother taught her to embrace the art of cooking....

The Truth About Sabrina Coombs From Holiday Baking Championship Season 8 Ruth Black/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Nov. 1, 2021 2:56 pm EST A TV show like “Holiday Baking Championship” is the result of hard work. According to an Insider piece, those who participate in the show have to prepare themselves for unexpected twists and turns. Celebrity chef Duff Goldman, who is often spotted as a judge on the series, once said, “One contestant can absolutely crush it all the way through a season and then one bad day can get them sent home....

The Untold Truth Of Tyler Florence Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images By Brent Furdyk/Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 1:25 pm EST Viewers of the Food Network have gotten to know chef Tyler Florence very well over the years. In fact, the South Carolina native has been a near-constant presence on the network since the late 1990s, notes his Food Network bio, initially making guest appearances in various shows until being tapped to host Food 911....

This Bold New Look Is Coming To Papa Johns Dutchmen Photography/Shutterstock By Justina Huddleston/Nov. 18, 2021 12:21 pm EST Papa Johns has been through a lot over the past few years thanks to comments made by controversial founder and ex-CEO John Schnatter, but the company is ready to leave that all behind. The brand just announced in a press release that it will be implementing a new restaurant design, logo, and brand identity in hopes of delivering “better experiences for its customers and team members....

This McDonald’s French Fry Argument Ended In Tragedy New Africa/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Jan. 22, 2022 9:46 pm EST The internet holds countless stories of customers enraged over one perceived offense or another. In some cases, customers overreact to a simple misunderstanding or an incorrect fast food order. Maybe they felt they had to wait “too long” for their food and reacted by attacking an employee. Extreme overreaction is what almost all of these stories have in common....

We Are All Cookie Monster In This Relatable Supply Chain Cartoon Rich Schultz/Getty Images By Cristine Struble/Oct. 15, 2021 12:50 pm EST Stepping into a grocery store and seeing empty shelves can create a sense of panic. The same can be said about placing an online order to only be informed of a long shipping delay. While many people are accustomed to overflowing shelves and quick deliveries, the new reality tells a far different story....

What Andrew Zimmern Really Thinks Of Steak Fries Cindy Ord/Getty Images By Lauren Cahn/Sept. 9, 2021 10:57 am EST Strictly speaking, french fries refer, as a general matter, to strips of potatoes that are briefly deep-fried in fat with the end result being all crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside (via Merriam-Webster Dictionary). This definition does not bother to distinguish between french fries that are as thin as matchsticks, and others that are thick enough to be referred to as “potato wedges....

Why Anthony Bourdain Didn’t Think It Was Always Wise To Be ‘Sensible’ Robin Marchant/Getty By Boshika Gupta/Dec. 26, 2021 8:48 am EST Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain was a man who was known for challenging the status quo even if that meant taking risks. One of the most notable examples, perhaps, is a celebrated essay that he wrote for the New Yorker in 1999 titled, “Don’t Eat Before Reading This,” where he revealed some surprising tidbits about the restaurant industry, such as the fact that it’s best to order seafood dishes on a Tuesday....

Why South Korean Food Company Bibigo Just Signed A $100 Million Deal With The Lakers MUHAMMAD FARID/Shutterstock By Erich Barganier/Sept. 22, 2021 1:20 pm EST If you love whipping up classic Korean recipes at home, you most likely have come across some of Bibigo’s signature items. This food company makes ketchup, gochujang, and Korean barbecue sauce, in addition to frozen items like mandu, wontons, and fried rice (via Bibigo). The brand has found the perfect niche with its unique ingredients, but wants to take the business to the next level through an NBA deal that has turned a few heads....

20-Minute Stovetop Stuffing Recipe Sher Castellano/Mashed By Sher Castellano/Nov. 23, 2021 12:46 pm EST Stuffing tends to be defined as a Thanksgiving-only kind of dish, but it doesn’t have to stop there. This stovetop stuffing recipe comes together with the simplest of ingredients and easy instructions, making it perfect for a lively holiday dinner or busy weeknight meal side. Recipe developer Sher Castellano has created the perfect stovetop stuffing recipe that can be made in 20 minutes, without taking up any space in your oven....

Arroz Con Pollo Recipe Maren Epstein/Mashed By Maren Epstein AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 9:20 am EST Chicken and rice is a staple dish in many cultures. In Puerto Rico and parts of Spain, it’s known as arroz con pollo. It’s a simple, though very hearty and filling, meal, and you only need one taste to know why it’s so popular. This arroz con pollo recipe from Maren Epstein, the certified holistic health chef behind Eating Works, is one that you’ll return to time and time again....

Chipotle Is Making It Easier Than Ever To Order While Sticking To Your Diet rafapress/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Oct. 1, 2021 10:49 am EST As a fast-food company that’s known for offering delicious dishes, Chipotle sure knows how to take its responsibilities seriously and ensures that customers are happy. Per Inc., innovation is a priority for the company as it tries to find new ways to connect with its fans. For example, in 2019, the brand introduced Lifestyle Bowls....

Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken Recipe By Jake Vigliotti/Updated: Sept. 13, 2021 10:38 am EST Panda Express opened its doors in 1983, and all these years later there’s over 1900 locations worldwide. Fast casual American Chinese food is the game, and they serve it up quick, and with a few twists. One of the most popular dishes is orange chicken, which seems on the surface to be quite a challenge to construct....