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Pumpkin Spiced Everything—How This Fad Blew Up

Alicia Petresc on UnsplashIn the U.S., pumpkin spice has become the unofficial mascot of autumn. Every autumn, cafés, bakeries, and grocery stores fill their menus and shelves with pumpkin-spiced items.  It felt innocuous at first,…

by Rob Shapiro
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Gerber Once Tried To Make Adult Baby Food, And No, It Didn’t Go Well

Toa Heftiba on UnsplashWhat comes to mind when you think about college food? Probably not anything good—amid classes and criminal textbook costs, uni fare was all about convenience over five-star dishes. It’s a tale as…

by Maria Cruz Nov 17, 2025

20 Popular U.S. Dishes That Originated Somewhere Else

Wait a Minute! The Hot Dog Isn't American?. Some foods feel so American that most people don't realize it was influenced by a cuisine from another part of the world. Even the apple pie and…

by Rob Shapiro Nov 17, 2025

Swedish Fika Is The Afternoon Treat You Need

Sweden regularly ranks among the top five happiest countries in the world. This year, it came in at number four, behind Finland, Denmark, and Iceland. One thing these countries have in common is long and…

by Ashley Bast Nov 14, 2025

20 Small Changes You Can Make For Healthier Meals

You Don’t Have To Overhaul Your Kitchen. Between money, time, and constant misinformation online, it’s hard to figure out what foods are actually healthy for you, much less successfully implementing them. Never fear, we’ve compiled…

by Breanna Schnurr Nov 17, 2025

10 Toppings That Shouldn't Belong On Any Burger & 10 Absolute Staples

What Makes A Good Burger (And What Doesn't). This classic American dish is beloved by people all over the world. And while it's a highly customizable food, there are some topping choices out there that…

by Cathy Liu Nov 17, 2025

20 Gourmet Twists on Your Favorite Hamburger

Unexpected Upgrades That Make the Familiar Suddenly Exciting. There’s something perennially comforting about a hamburger, and the way it anchors a meal in pure indulgence. But every so often, the routine begs for a shake-up…

by Cameron Dick Nov 17, 2025

Gerber Once Tried To Make Adult Baby Food, And No, It Didn’t Go Well

Toa Heftiba on UnsplashWhat comes to mind when you think about college food? Probably not anything good—amid classes and criminal textbook costs, uni fare was all about convenience over five-star dishes. It’s a tale as…

by Maria Cruz Nov 17, 2025

Ghost Kitchens Seemed Like A Good Idea For Restaurant Owners, But It Actually Backfired

Pylyp Sukhenko on UnsplashThe pandemic was a tough time for restaurants. Heavily dependent on in-person experiences, the industry was one of the sectors that suffered the most as a result of COVID-19. Nearly 100,000 restaurants…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 17, 2025

The Secret Ingredients Chefs Won’t Tell You

cottonbro studio on PexelsThere’s that tiny, wonderful moment right between the first bite and the second when a dish tastes better than it has any right to be. You don’t have to be at an…

by Cameron Dick Nov 14, 2025