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A Starbucks cup with a name written on it in black Sharpie

Starbucks clears up confusion after barista refused to write Charlie Kirk's name on a cup

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Lyssa stands in a Trader Joe's aisle pushing a shopping cart filled with groceries.

I save hundreds on groceries by shopping at Trader Joe's. Here are 12 items I always buy as a busy person working in tech.

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The messy history behind your favorite McDonald's order

For McDonald's, 'paper or plastic?' has always been a devil's bargain

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As Cracker Barrel stumbles on Wall Street, its superfans offer a glimmer of hope

Even though its Q4 report saw Cracker Barrel's stock slide nearly 10%, a closer read of its earnings call shows a glimmer of hope: its superfans.

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Here’s how Ben & Jerry’s founding duo built an ice cream empire from an old gas station

Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield started Ben & Jerry's in 1978, turning it into a globally recognized brand that championed social and political issues.

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I ranked 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers from worst to best. My favorite was one of the cheapest.

We tried and ranked 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers based on taste and value.

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I dined at a Chicago hotel designed for Gilded Age elites. It felt like being inside a painting.

The hotel's preserved lobby, where guests can dine, features French-painted ceilings and gold-dipped Tiffany chandeliers.

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Taco Bell brought back 5 discontinued items for its new Y2K menu. I ranked them from worst to best.

Taco Bell revived five discontinued items for its new Y2K menu, including the Chili Cheese Burrito and the Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos.

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Stacks of chicken nuggets arranged with dipping sauces in small bowls, set against a yellow background with a blue "Prime Day Deals" tag.

The best early October Prime Day deal is 200 free McDonald's chicken nuggets

This Amazon October Prime Day deal lets Grubhub+ members grab free McDonald's Chicken McNuggets until October 5. Here's how it works.

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Three QuickTrip subs lined up on a cutting board.

I tried 6 subs from QuikTrip. The popular convenience chain left me pleasantly surprised.

I tried six sandwiches from QuikTrip, including the turkey bacon club, roast beef sub, and ham and cheddar sub, and ranked them from worst to best.

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I spent $201 on dinner for 2 at a historic steakhouse. It was a better value than a chain restaurant.

The Knife and Fork Inn in Atlantic City has been open for over 100 years, and anyone with a passion for steak can see why it's still popular.

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I tried making Ina Garten's pumpkin, apple, and pecan pies. I'll never use anyone else's crust recipe again.

I tried following Ina Garten's recipes for pumpkin pie, apple pie, and pecan pie. Here's how to make them, why I love her crust, and which was best.

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My Greek parents tried Ina Garten's Greek orzo salad, and now they can't stop making it

Ina Garten's easy Greek orzo salad features orzo, feta, chickpeas, and olives. My Greek parents were impressed by the delicious and refreshing dish.

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A composite image of containers of Great Value chocolate ice cream and a hand holding a box of Red Baron pepperoni French bread pizza.

I work at Walmart. Here are 8 of my favorite things to buy in the grocery section.

As an employee, I think watermelon, Red Baron French bread pizza, and Bettergoods bagels are some of the best food items to get at Walmart.

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The slop bowl wars make their way to Asia as Chipotle expands to Singapore and South Korea

Chipotle this week announced plans to expand to Singapore and South Korea. The chain's arrival in Asia heats up the international "slop bowl" battle.

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Ina Garten's tomato sandwich with basil mayo.

I tried one of Ina Garten's simplest sandwich recipes. The basil mayo is so good, I now put it on everything.

Ina Garten's tomato sandwich recipe includes an herby basil mayo. I loved the spread so much, I'll use it on other sandwiches and as a dipping sauce.

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17 cozy comfort foods you can make in a slow cooker

Nothing beats the comforting aroma of beef stew or pasta sauce simmering in a Crock-Pot, especially as the weather gets cooler.

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I'm a dietitian who helps busy parents lose weight without restrictive diets. Here are 12 Trader Joe's buys I swear by.

As a mom of three and dietitian helping busy parents lose weight without restrictive diets, I love getting snacks and premade sides at Trader Joe's.

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man in blue t-shirt standing inside of Summit Diner behind counter

I run a nearly 100-year-old New Jersey diner. I won't serve avocados on my menu.

Jim Greberis co-owns Summit Diner, one of New Jersey's oldest diners still standing. He's been working there for 45 years but is unsure of its future.

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I tried the chocolate cake that Ina Garten said is the 'most fabulous' she's ever made, and it's the perfect dessert

Ina Garten said this recipe for Beatty's Chocolate Cake is the "most fabulous cake" that she's ever made. The dessert definitely lives up to her hype.

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Nicole McMillian, the owner of Cowgirl Barista, poses in front of her coffee shop.

I quit my corporate banking career to open a coffee shop — and a viral TikTok saved it from failing

Nicole McMillian left her 10-year banking career to open a coffee shop in rural Oregon. The business was struggling until she found viral TikTok fame.

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10 easy game-day appetizers you can make in an air fryer

With football season underway, it's time to build a roster of easy air-fryer recipes to help feed your guests in time for kickoff.

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I tried McDonald's new Extra Value menu. It saved me money on my go-to items.

McDonald's just launched its new Extra Value menu, with meals starting at $5.

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I dined at Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen restaurant and tried his $72 beef Wellington. I finally get the hype.

I dined at Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen restaurant and tried his beef Wellington. I now understand why he's famous for the dish.

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Gordon Ramsay and his cacio e pepe pasta

I tried Gordon Ramsay's quick and easy cacio e pepe. The delicious pasta only needs a few basic ingredients.

Gordon Ramsay's quick and easy cacio e pepe pasta only needs six basic ingredients, including bucatini pasta, parmesan cheese, and lots of butter.

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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol addresses store managers and company leaders, wearing a Starbucks green jacket, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., June 10, 2025.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol's first year: Why Wall Street isn't convinced over the coffee giant's brewing turnaround

Brian Niccol vowed to get Starbucks back on track. A year on, sales are looking up, and his plan's in motion to make the coffee chain's stores cozier.

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Food Tours Universal Studios Restaurants

Finding the best restaurant at Universal Studios Hollywood

"Food Wars" host Joe Avella and travel agent David McDaniel find the best restaurant at Universal Studios Hollywood.

I tried breakfast from McDonald's new Extra Value Meals menu. Here's how it compares to 4 other chains.

Burger King, McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Bell, and Dunkin' sell breakfast deals ranging from $4 to $8. Here's how they stack up.

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Three cheeseburgers cut in half next to bags from McDonald's, Burger King, and Shake Shack.

I tried cheeseburgers from Shake Shack, McDonald's, and Burger King. There was only one I'd order again.

I tried cheeseburgers from Burger King, McDonald's, and Shake Shack to find the best one. After tasting all the burgers, there's one I'd order again.

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A composite image of a box of Trader Joe's mac and cheese and a box of Trader Joe's single-serve guacamole.

I'm a busy mom of 2 toddlers. Here are 11 items from Trader Joe's that always make it into their lunch boxes.

I'm a mom of two toddlers who loves shopping at Trader Joe's for lunch box staples. I always pick up yogurt squishers, chicken nuggets, and mandarins.

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I tried 24 seasonal fall snacks from Trader Joe's, and I'd buy at least 16 of them again

From pumpkin Joe-Joe's cookies to pies and Greek yogurt, I reviewed seasonal fall snacks from Trader Joe's to see what's worth buying right now..

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A slice of pumpkin pie on a clear-glass plate with a pie in an aluminum pie pan in the background

I'm a baker who tried to find the best store-bought pumpkin pie. Out of 4 desserts, there are only 2 I'd buy again.

I tried to find the best store-bought pumpkin pie. I grabbed desserts from Walmart, Kroger, Safeway, and Costco and compared the overall flavors.

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chicken guy guy fieri atlantic city new jersey

I spent $50 at Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! restaurant. It beat every other fast-food chain's chicken sandwich and tenders.

I had lunch for two at Chicken Guy! in Atlantic City and thought the meal was great value.

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Author Terri Peters smiling in front of an Applebees at night

My family of 4 went to Applebee's and spent $65. Our money would've gone further at several other chains.

I got dinner at Applebee's with my family. We weren't impressed by the value of the "2 for $25" menu or our meals, especially compared to Chili's.

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A photo composite of the storefronts from Chipotle, Sweetgreen, and Cava restaurants.

America's favorite slop bowl chains are in trouble. We tasted them to figure out why.

"Slop bowl" chains like Cava, Sweetgreen, and Chipotle have been struggling with slumping sales. I taste-tested the three chains to see why.

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I ate at 3 Gordon Ramsay restaurants and ranked them on food, value, and overall experience

I dined at all three Gordon Ramsay restaurants in Atlantic City. Here's how they ranked for food, experience, and value.

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A composite image of Cracker Barrel logos

Cracker Barrel tried to look forward while everyone else looked back — and it bombed

Throwback marketing is working for chains like Taco Bell and Chili's. Cracker Barrel bucked the trend, trying to modernize — and it flopped.

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My family goes on a 12-hour road trip every year. These 13 snacks from Trader Joe's get us through the ride.

Every summer, my family of five goes on a 12-hour road trip. I buy snacks at Trader Joe's, like Chomps and PB&C snack duos, for the long ride.

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A nonstick frying pan with a hexagonal patterned cooking surface and a stainless steel handle is shown against a red gradient background.

HexClad review: One of the most durable nonstick skillets we've ever tested

HexClad pans combine the best features of three different cookware types. The pans are induction compatible, nonstick, and dishwasher safe.

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Five air fryers are lined up on a counter while a hand holds onto an air fryer basket full of french fries.

The best air fryers

I tested more than 60 models to find the best air fryers for every kitchen. My top picks include Instant Pot, Ninja, and Beautiful.

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Trader Joe's fall snacks in a cart next to fall pumpkin pancakes

I tried 44 of Trader Joe's fall foods, and would buy at least 31 of them again

From pumpkin-spice Joe-Joe's to apple-cider doughnuts, I reviewed everything from seasonal sweet snacks and autumnal frozen meals from Trader Joe's.

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I spent $30 on lunch at Bobby Flay's burger joint. It felt pricey, but my meal was worth it.

Bobby's Burgers is a fast-casual burger restaurant by Bobby Flay. It was pricey, but better than an average fast-food meal.

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I tried 8 high-protein pastas, and my favorite contained cauliflower and parsnips

I tried protein-packed pasta from brands Barilla, Banza, Ancient Harvest, Lensi, Simple Truth, and Good & Gather to find the best plant-based one.

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Dolly Parton is a Taco Bell superfan. She told us her usual order, and we obviously had to try it.

Dolly Parton is a Taco Bell superfan and shared her order with Business Insider. It includes the Mexican Pizza, Soft Taco Supreme, and rice and beans.

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Chefs are taking food waste off the menu with a little help from AI

Chefs at hotels are using AI food-waste management tools, like Winnow, to cut kitchen scraps, slash costs, and turn leftovers into creative dishes.

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Two big steaks in their packaging on a tabletop.

The best meat delivery services, tested and reviewed

We tested meat delivery services to find the best meat subscriptions that offer the most variety. We loved Snake River Farms, ButcherBox, and more.

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I'm a recipe developer, mom, and Aldi devotee. There are 13 products I buy on every shopping trip.

As a mom and recipe developer, I look for cheap, high-quality groceries. Aldi is my favorite store, and my staples include salmon and orange juice.

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I'm a trained chef. Here are the 10 things you need to make in your air fryer.

From snack ideas to breakfast recipes and easy dinners, here's everything a professional chef loves to make in her air fryer.

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The rise and fall of the American diner

Classic diners are disappearing. How have one of New Jersey's oldest and busiest kept the Big Business of diners alive?

The packaging for the new Reese's-Oreo products

I tried the new Oreo-Reese's collab that was 3 years in the making

The snack brands Oreo and Reese's teamed up for a limited-time collab years in the making. After a taste test, I found a clear winner between the two.

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