Food & Drink Writing

As you bite into your junior bacon cheeseburger at Wendy’s, you may be too busy enjoying it to think about the square patty that sits between the bun… and wonder why it’s shaped that way. Truth is, the fast food brand uses square patties in all of its burgers, and there’s a reason for it beyond just distinguishing itself […]

If you’re someone who makes New Year’s resolutions, there’s no doubt that the start of a new year (and a new decade!) is a time for growth. Whether you’re trying to eat more vegetables or just treat your tastebuds to some new types of foods, January can signal a fresh start. So, just how will […]

Another year has come and gone, and with it has come plenty of fast-food trends. Some, like the Impossible Whopper, are great for both the environment and our taste buds. But others have us wondering who thought they were a good idea—we’re looking at you, KFC Cheetos Sandwich. Here are some of the best and worst […]

There’s one thing Americans can typically agree on, and that’s candy bars. The average American consumes a whopping 22 pounds of candy per year—and nearly half of that is chocolate. Since the early 1900s, when Hershey’s came on the scene, candy bars have been a part of the American diet. You see them as fun-size bars being put in Halloween […]

If you follow a specific meal plan, you’ve probably dreamt of meal prepping on weekends, carried approved snacks on you at all times, and been ready with alternatives when you find yourself at a dinner party or a meal out of your control. But in reality, many of us find ourselves on the go and […]

The restaurants your family ate at when you were growing up might not have been the finest dining establishments, but they probably hold a special place in your heart. Chain restaurants are reliable, no matter where you are in the country (or the world). But not all of them have survived over the years. These 1980s restaurants […]

If you’ve ever done a round of Whole30 or attempted to eat paleo or keto, you probably know all about compliant noodles. There are some you can make at home with a spiralizer such as zucchini noodles (or zoodles, if you’re fancy), as well as noodles made from carrots, sweet potatoes, and beets. Or you can purchase black bean spaghetti or chickpea rotini at […]

“Charcuterie” is the French word for the preparation of meat such as bacon, terrines, pâtés, and more—but you probably know “charcuterie” as those fancy food boards you see foodies posting on Instagram. At its core, a charcuterie board is simply a combination of meat, cheese, spreads, and accompanying sides. It sounds like an easy endeavor, […]

Leftovers often get a bad name, thanks to foods that don’t reheat as well (looking at you, soggy sandwiches). However, there are many dishes that actually taste better after sitting in the fridge for a day or two. And there’s a scientific reason why. According to the Institute of Food Technologists, flavors can be enhanced overnight […]

There’s nothing that says “summer” quite like a refreshing frosé or piña colada. It can be hard to resist those frosty, boozy favorites—until you take a look at the sugar and calorie counts. Take for example the regular frozen margarita from On the Border: It’s 220 calories with 2,870 mg of sodium, 30 grams of carbs, […]