Food Tips

Just about everyone is strapped for money, time or both. These food tips will help you learn how to save money at the grocery store, keep food fresh for longer and give you a better understanding of all your ingredients.

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This Is the Real Reason Supermarkets Sell Bread in Brown Bags

It’s not to be environmentally friendly!


The Easy Trick for Keeping Your Avocados Fresh for 6 Months—Really!

After learning how easy this is, you’ll mourn all the browned avocados you’ve had to throw away.


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This Could Become the Third-Largest Fast-Food Chain in the U.S.

The chain is set to outpace Subway in terms of sales.


6 Foods to Never Wash Before Cooking

If you think you're getting rid of bacteria by washing these food items, think again.


10 Surprising Secrets About Girl Scout Cookies

Don't miss these fun facts about Girl Scout cookies, America's favorite treat



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This Fast-Food Chain Invented Kids’ Meals—It’s Not McDonald’s

You’ve probably never heard of this chain, but it basically invented fast food as we know it today.


13 Foods That Were Invented by Accident

If you love Popsicles, beer, or ice cream cones, you have one of these accidental foodies to thank for stumbling...

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This Is the Safest Bottled Water You Can Buy

Some brands of bottled water are doing more damage than you may realize.


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The Most Addicting Foods on the Planet

Chips, chocolate, cheese. There are some foods we simply can't get enough of. And turns out there's good reason why...



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13 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Cheesecake Factory’s Cheesecake

You'll never be able to memorize the restaurant's 250-item menu, but you won't forget these sweet facts.


13 Common Foods That Could Secretly Contain Insects

If the thought of eating bugs makes you squirm, we have some bad news: You have probably been chowing down...


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13 Things You Should Always Buy at Kroger

When it comes to grocery basics, this nationwide value chain is right up there with Walmart and Aldi in terms...


This Is the Real Flavor Difference Between Pepsi and Coca-Cola

No, your taste buds aren't playing tricks on you! Despite their similar qualities, there is an actual difference.


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The Ingredient You’re Probably Not Adding to Your Eggs—But Should

Professional chefs swear by this genius tip—and here's why you should, too.


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10 Fast Food Items Coming to Your Favorite Restaurant Next Year

Smothered fries, maple bacon burgers, and vegan chicken and tacos? Fast food is going fast gourmet with these new options.


The Real Reason Why Ben & Jerry’s Tastes So Good

Why is Ben & Jerry's so good? It involves a secret ingredient you never knew about.


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This Is What Dunkin’ Donuts Was Called When It First Opened

Dunkin' Donuts announced it was changing its name in January 2019. But can you guess what it was originally called?


13 Foods You Should Never Put in a Slow Cooker

Low, slow heat can make for some truly droolworthy meals, but it's important to remember that not every food is...


How to Store Potatoes and Onions the Right Way

You might not know that storing 'em together can be bad news!


5 Tricks for Making Perfect Coffee You’ll Wish You Knew All Along

If savoring a morning cuppa is maybe your favorite part of the day, you need these coffee-making secrets now.

8 Old Wives’ Tales About Food That We’re Glad Are True(ish)

We go beyond the bizarre to present food myths that actually have merit.


13 Secrets Food Truck Employees Aren’t Telling You

Food trucks have come a long way since they started out, with many now hawking gourmet cuisine from their mobile...


12 Baking Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

Even seasoned bakers may be surprised by these smart baking tips to properly read a recipe, frost a cake, work...


13 Foods Everyone Either Loves or Hates

The endless debate: Does cilantro taste like soap?


Does a Breadbox Really Keep Bread Fresher?

We tested the top-rated breadbox on Amazon to see if it kept bread fresher than storing it in a plastic...


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20 Grocery Store Items with the Highest Markups

You can save a bundle by learning how to get the best deals on these surprisingly expensive items