COVID-19 is changing how businesses operate across the country, including at the restaurants where we enjoy our favorite meals. Both business owners and customers are being affected by these changes, and it’s unclear whether the […]
It seems like America’s appetite for food is insatiable. Instagram feeds are filled with plates piled high with pasta, perfectly grilled steaks and luscious desserts. It feels like there is a food-centric show on almost […]
If you’re like a lot of folks, you’re cooking quite a bit more at home these days. While that can be great for your physical and financial health, it does come with its drawbacks. There’s […]
Creative plating goes a long way with these desserts The end of summer is fast approaching and, if you’re like most people this year, you’re probably feeling like there was no summer at all — […]
Eating organic foods whenever possible has been shown to reduce your exposure to toxic substances, such as pesticides. But food is just one source to consider when evaluating all of the possible toxins in your […]
The concept of combining chicken and waffles has been around since the 1600s when early versions of waffles were being topped with pulled chicken and gravy by home cooks in Pennsylvania Dutch country. But it […]
That’s right. Mustard beer is about to be a thing, and chances are you’re going to fall into one of two camps about this: 1. “Eww. Vile.” 2. “Hmmm, that would go well with a […]
By 2020, people thought the autonomous car would whisk you to the office while you read the paper and tackle your emails, then taking you home from the bar on a Friday evening. That remains […]
The internet had a bit of a meltdown recently over videos and photos of cakes made to look like everyday items. They’re so realistic that they almost bend reality when they’re being cut into and […]
Let’s face it — we can all be forgiven for self-medicating with junk food during the COVID-19 lockdown. Stress eating is very normal, and some experts even say stress eating is OK. I certainly find […]
One of the bright spots in a bleak string of weeks has been the creativity, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit shown by the restaurant industry in dealing with COVID-19. The sector has been hit extremely hard. […]
Thirty days ago I had 1,100 employees and seven large, full-service restaurants in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia. We were serving 50,000 guests every week. Our restaurants, bakery, and distillery were all […]
Holiday trips can be so much more than just travel, sightseeing and enjoying good food. Instead, you can get busy and dive into the core local traditions through a hands-on culinary experience to understand the […]
Valentine’s Day is approaching and, as always, Costco’s got our best interests at heart. Costco’s heart-shaped ravioli has returned just in time for the holiday. Now your V-Day won’t only be filled with romance, your belly […]
Moist, tender, and delicious, this pulled pork recipe is out of this world flavorful! If you’re looking for the best way to get tender, moist, and full of flavor shredded pork, you just can’t go […]
Everyone knows chefs love a clog. But just how healthy are they for your feet and posture? A couple of years ago a report claimed the old wooden clog of the Dutch peasant actually chipped […]
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a memorable meal. For some, the annual food extravaganza may not be quite as relaxing or enjoyable, particularly for those footing the bill […]
If you read any list of best side hustles these days, you’re likely to see an entry for delivering food part-time. The days of the local high school kids delivering pizza for gas money are over. With […]
Coffee drinkers, step aside and allow tea enthusiasts to bask in the limelight for a moment. According to science, tea has a number of cognitive benefits, including increased brain efficiency, organization, and cognizance. Tea time […]
Chef’s Pencil recently published its annual report on employment and wage trends for chefs and head cooks in the US. The report was based on an analysis of data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. One […]
Let’s be clear. This list of the best bacon in every state isn’t based on any type of scientific poll. The very notion that some group of Americans who I don’t even know could pick […]
When it comes to diet and nutrition, we all want to find “the answer” that will fix our alleged problems. As a result, we often latch onto crazy diet ideas that, in the moment, sound […]
If you’re thinking about starting a food truck business, get ready to drop from $60,000 to $250,000 before you sell your first onion burger, grilled chicken wrap or empanada. And don’t count on making a […]
For most American kids in the 20th century, what would vacation travel have been without a roadside stop at the family’s favorite fast-food joint? The 20th century was a heyday for restaurant chains with funky […]
Even if you have an unlimited meal plan, you might want to eat off campus from time to time. But as a broke college student, you also don’t have tons of money to spend on […]
Summer is here, and summer months are the most popular time for drinking (excluding December). During these booze-infused months, there seem to be two common refrains among those of us long past our boozy college […]
If fall means pumpkin spice Oreos and winter means peppermint bark, want to take a guess what summer means? The answer, my friends, is ice cream. All the cookie lovers out there (present company included) will be treated […]
When it comes to vegetables, cabbage isn’t the usual go-to option. Not many people get excited over a head of cabbage, but beer-can cabbage is about to change all that. You may have heard of […]
Summer is right around the corner, and there’s no shortage of delicious, nutrient-packed superfoods to indulge in. There’s just one catch: We tend to associate clean eating with high price tags. While this is indeed […]
Burgers are lauded as an American classic, a perfect meal for a summer BBQ or trip to your local diner. May is National Hamburger Month — and it’s a time for everyone to celebrate, including […]