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Trying to Avoid Loud Restaurants? This App Can Help
Users of the SoundPoint app can check up on decibel readings at local hotspots to help guarantee a quiet night out.
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How You Act at Starbucks Might Reflect Your Ancestors' Farming Style
A new study on the behavior of Starbucks customers in China finds that differences between wheat- and rice-growing cultures last for generations, long after families have left farming life.
A Pop-Up Pizza Museum Is Coming to New York City
Yes, free pizza is included in the ticket price.
Chicago's New McDonald's Serves Sandwiches From Hong Kong and McFlurries From Brazil
Sample a world of McDonald's menus without leaving the U.S.
The First-Ever Troop of Homeless Girl Scouts Just Crushed Their Cookie Sales Goal
Troop 6000 keeps making history.
Solve a Murder Mystery (and Eat Cheesecake) with The Golden Girls
Nothing this bad happened back in St. Olaf!
Food Going Bad? How to Set the Correct Temperature For Your Fridge
The best way to chill out.
Voodoo Doughnut Is Coming to the East Coast (Finally!)
The catch? You'll have to go to Orlando to get one.
11 Things You Might Not Have Known About Garlic
April 19th is National Garlic Day! Celebrate with a few fun facts about this delicious, flavor-packed add-in that can do almost anything, from reducing your cholesterol to keeping vampires at bay.
Why Is a Pineapple Called a Pineapple?
To figure it out, we have to go back and look at how Europeans first encountered the fruit in question.
Former NECCO CEO Has a Plan to Save the Company
Last week we reported that sweets lovers are panic-buying Necco Wafers. But those sugary candies aren't going down without a fight.
The Latest Way to Enjoy Pho in Vietnam: As a Cocktail
The gin-based drink is a reimagining of Vietnam's famous noodle dish.
Oat Milk Could Be the New Almond Milk
A new oat-based beverage is the latest attempt by a non-dairy milk producer to put cows out of business.
Are Restaurants Undercooking Your Steak on Purpose?
There's a reason the steak you ordered medium-rare always comes out bloody.
Why You Never See Fresh Olives at the Grocery Store
This is one case where fresh isn't best.
7 Secrets From a Grilled Cheese Master
Happy Grilled Cheese Day! If you want to upgrade your favorite ooey-gooey sandwich, Spencer Rubin— founder and CEO of Melt Shop—has some tips.
13 Fun Facts About Wawa
Thursday, June 9, 2021 has been declared "Mare of Easttown" Day at Wawa—and they've got a special (spicy) cheesesteak to celebrate.
Now's the Best Time to Buy a KitchenAid Stand Mixer
It's hard to find the gadget for any cheaper than this.
People Are Panic-Buying Necco Wafers Before They Disappear From Shelves
The candy everyone loves to hate is suddenly in major demand.
This Ketchup Will be Sold by the Slice
Food innovation takes a bold step.
Why Do Sour Things Make Me Pucker?
It could be your body's way of saying "watch out!" Here is the reason why sour things make you pucker.
8 Surprising Uses for Peeps
Do something new with those small blobs of sugary goodness.
Why Steven Spielberg's Nautically-Themed Dive! Restaurant Sunk
As a film director and producer, Steven Spielberg has been responsible for billions of dollars in box office receipts.
11 Brain-Freezing Facts About Slurpees
7-Eleven sells more than 14 million Slurpees each month, but adults used to be so ashamed to be seen drinking one that they'd disguise it as a Big Gulp.