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TGI Fridays Is Bringing Back Nostalgic Menu Items With A Twist TGI Fridays By Erich Barganier/Jan. 19, 2022 1:30 pm EST When diners visit TGI Fridays, certain menu items draw more attention than others. The BBQ Ribs, Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta, and Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls have all hit their mark, ranking as some of the most popular orders from this casual eatery, per Fansided. While many items at TGI Fridays have found their permanent place on the restaurant’s menu, other beloved items have fallen to the wayside....

The Bizarre History Behind Burger King’s Logo Design James R. Martin/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Oct. 14, 2021 10:32 am EST Fans of flame-broiled burgers are no doubt regulars at Burger King, the fast food giant that started in Jacksonville, Florida, back in 1953. A lot has changed since those early days. BK introduced the oversized burger the Whopper, the brand grew to over 13,000 locations around the world, and the logo has also enjoyed some pretty important tweaks, per logomyway....

The Cilantro Taco Rule Aarón Sánchez Says You Shouldn’t Break Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Maria Scinto/Oct. 6, 2021 10:00 pm EST Tacos have certainly evolved over time … or rather, our perception of them may be what has evolved. In their native Mexico, tacos may always have consisted of any kind of filling imaginable wrapped in a soft corn tortilla, but it’s only been in recent years that we’ve come to embrace this idea of the taco....

The Petty Reason Someone Fired A Gun At This Taco Bell Drive-Thru Joe Raedle/Getty By Kathryn Shelton/Updated: Dec. 22, 2021 4:57 am EST The fast food industry appears to be approaching a tipping point. Fast food restaurants do nearly $300 billion in business in this country, according to Fortune, and working for one is a gig that fewer and fewer Americans are interested in taking on. Per Business Insider, 75% of restaurant operators surveyed by the National Restaurant Association believed their biggest obstacle to overcome was finding hires....

The Reason Some Fans Are Upset About The Pioneer Woman: Hometown Stories Bobby Bank/Getty By Felix Behr/Dec. 13, 2021 1:51 pm EST For some, Ree Drummond has exciting news. She took to Instagram to announce on Dec. 13 that her holiday miniseries, “Hometown Stories,” is now available to stream on Discovery+. Across the arc of 3 episodes, viewers can compare their own anticipation with the ways people around Pawhuska ready themselves for the holidays....

The Surprising Treat Joe Biden Handed Out At The Congressional Baseball Game Win Mcnamee/Getty Images By Hope Ngo/Sept. 30, 2021 10:58 am EST It’s no secret that President Joe Biden has a thing for ice cream, so much so that back in 2010, he was recorded on video as telling the owners of an ice cream shop that “I am a genuine lover of ice cream. I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, but I eat a lot of ice cream” (via YouTube)....

The Trader Joe’s Pastry The Queer Eye Guys Swear By Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock By Olivia Bria/Sept. 27, 2021 6:42 pm EST Antoni Porowski, known for his role as the food and wine expert in “Queer Eye” on Netflix, is a trusted source when it comes to all things cuisine. His second cookbook, “Antoni: Let’s Do Dinner,” is all about clean meals that anyone and everyone can make. Fans are loving it — perhaps because many of the recipes in the book can be made with items from Trader Joe’s, according to Thrillist....

The Untold Truth Of Zoës Kitchen Helen89/Shutterstock By Emily Alexander/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 11:29 am EST If you’ve never been to a Zoës Kitchen, we’re here to tell you it’s time. With over 250 locations across the United States, Zoës Kitchen isn’t hard to find, and it’s not a restaurant to miss. If you’re craving a quick, healthy meal, Zoës is the place to be. If you’re in need of a tasty vegetarian option while your friends eat McDonald’s, Zoës is the place to be....

This Eggplant Parmesan Is Supposed To Help With Childbirth Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Dec. 15, 2021 12:47 pm EST If you’re local-ish to Atlanta and your new addition is past due, swing by Scalini’s for their legendary eggplant parmesan. The Italian restaurant has long been known as a hotbed for expectant parents looking to give birth. The reputation recently got a little more epic thanks to Food Network, which tweeted, “The eggplant parm at Scalini’s is said to induce LABOR (Yes, 300+ pregnant women have given birth within 48 hours after eating it!...

This Funny Sign At Starbucks Has Reddit Talking About Medicine Balls Manu Padilla/Shutterstock By Adrianna MacPherson/Feb. 7, 2022 10:26 am EST Starbucks has a wide variety of syrups, flavorings, and bases that can be customized and combined to make your perfect drink of choice, and many fans are captivated by a particular creation with a bit of a misleading moniker deemed the “Medicine Ball.” In regards to this beverage, the Starbucks Reddit community seems to have had enough....

This Might Be The Exact Date Dunkin’s Peppermint Mocha Returns In 2021 Yashkin Ilya/Shutterstock By Boshika Gupta/Updated: Oct. 14, 2021 1:42 pm EST Few things in the world are as satisfying and coveted as seasonal products and menu items from popular restaurants. If you’re a Dunkin’ fan, you’re probably familiar with its Peppermint Mocha, a drink that is only available for a limited time every year. In fact, fans were seriously dejected in 2018 when Dunkin’ chose to experiment with other espresso-based seasonal drinks instead of adding the Peppermint Mocha to its holiday collection (via TODAY)....

Turkey Bacon Brands Ranked From Worst To Best SoloEfrain/Shutterstock By Sophia Hart/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 11:36 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The sizzling sound and incredible aroma of bacon frying on the stovetop is as solid of a wake up call as an alarm clock, if not better. Turkey bacon has the same effect for many, and even some of the most staunch bacon lovers will lick their lips hungrily at the sight of a crispy slice of turkey bacon....

Twitter Can’t Stop Talking About Popeyes’ New Cookies Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock By Karen Hart/Nov. 25, 2021 2:16 pm EST Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen offers all kinds of fried chicken goodness. Who doesn’t love this iconic chain? Even the Queen Bey herself has admitted a fondness for this fast food. Per Billboard, back in 2003, Beyoncé told Oprah, “I really love Popeyes. I can’t really eat it anymore, but at one point everywhere I went, people would buy me Popeyes, like the fans!...

Why Isabella Rossellini Doesn’t Have A Go-To Italian Restaurant Order Denis Makarenko/Shutterstock By Hannah Beach/Oct. 21, 2021 3:24 pm EST The lovely Isabella Rossellini is primarily known for her modeling and acting career. According to PBS, she spent her childhood in Paris and Rome, moving to New York City as a young adult. Today, she runs an organic farm and raises chickens. “In Italy, everybody knows a little bit how to cook,” Rossellini told Bon Appetit....

Why Kiwis Are A Good Snack To Eat Before Bed Kim Kuperkova/Shutterstock By Lauren Cahn/Updated: Feb. 16, 2022 3:05 pm EST As hard as it may be to wake up in the morning, it may be even harder to fall asleep at night — and scientists are trying to solve this problem. For instance, one 2017 study examined whether eating kiwi fruit just before bedtime might help the sleep-challenged to sleep better....

Yuengling Is Officially Bringing Back Its Hershey’s Chocolate Beer Snowbelle/Shutterstock By Molly Harris/Sept. 29, 2021 1:03 pm EST Yuengling fans might remember that the beer company originally partnered with candy giant Hershey’s in 2019 to make and release a chocolate porter that’s since been available in limited quantities over the past couple of years. Fortunately, for those that have loved it, the drink that combines two Pennsylvania legacy brands will be returning for its third year in a row according to a press release – and right in time for Halloween season....

Zucchini Banana Bread Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 11:46 am EST Summertime brings warm weather, beach trips, backyard barbecues, and bountiful crops of fresh summer produce. One of the most prolific of these seasonal crops is the humble zucchini, a vegetable that grows in abundance whether or not you want it to. Even if you don’t garden yourself, there’s always a chance you’ll be “gifted” a bag of zucchini from a neighbor....

23 Popular Restaurants With Birthday Specials Dmitry Lobanov/Shutterstock By Holly Riddle/Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 12:22 pm EST What’s better than getting a lil’ something special for your birthday? While you may expect gifts from family or friends, what about a tasty surprise from your favorite chain restaurant? Turns out, quite a few popular food franchises will reward you with free or discounted eats when your big day rolls around. The catch: You’ll likely have to let them know about your birthday ahead of time by signing up for their loyalty program or club....

3-Ingredient Sugar Cookie Recipe Lindsay D. Mattison/Mashed By Lindsay D. Mattison/Updated: Sept. 17, 2021 10:36 am EST When you’re in the mood to bake but don’t want to follow complicated recipes and mixing procedures, cookies are the way to go. In general, they’re quick and easy to make, and there are several three-ingredient cookie recipes out there that use pantry-staples you probably already have on hand. But if you’re looking for the simplest of cookie recipes, look no further than sugar cookies....

Alex Guarnaschelli Just Put An Irish Spin On The Pumpkin Spice Latte Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Nov. 11, 2021 12:35 pm EST Celebrity chef Alex Guarnaschelli has lots of cooking tips up her sleeve. According to Insider, the cookbook author enjoys turning to simple ingredients whenever she’s making something and doesn’t hesitate to innovate a little while she’s at it. For example, for certain dishes where she needs to use heavy cream, she tends to include some sour cream instead for a lighter meal....