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A bento box with a section of grapes, nuts, and crackers, a section of turkey-and-veggie pinwheels, a section of hummus, and a section of vegetables.

I'm a registered dietitian. These 4 protein-packed lunches are delicious and take less than 20 minutes to make.

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I source meat from US ranchers. Here's why Trump's plan to lower beef prices worries me.

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Costco Diaries

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I've been a Costco executive member for 18 years. Here are 9 items I always buy for my family of 5.

As a longtime Costco executive member, I love shopping there for my family of five. I always grab the Kirkland Signature ground beef and tilapia loins.

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I tried Chick-fil-A's new chicken-and-waffles menu. It's proof that the nostalgia trend isn't going anywhere.

I tried Chick-fil-A's new chicken-and-waffles menu. I tried all five new items, and the best gave chicken and waffles a spicy upgrade.

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A bartender shares the 5 red flags she always looks for at a bar

From sticky counters to batch cocktails, here are some red flags to look out for that could indicate you're at a bad bar, according to a bartender.

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I tried all 14 Starbucks fall drinks, including its new Chaider. Here are the 4 I'd get again.

Starbucks launched 14 fall drinks this year, including the Pumpkin Spice Latte, the Pecan Cortado, and the Chaider.

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The exterior of Dunkin', Starbucks, and Tim Hortons.

I spent $10 on breakfast at Dunkin', Starbucks, and Tim Hortons. One chain provided the best value by a long shot.

I visited popular coffee chains like Dunkin', Starbucks, and Tim Hortons with a $10 budget. Some chains offered way more value than others.

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A Dollar General store is seen at night as customers walk in the main entrance from the parking lot.

Dollar General is adding more $1 items. It's stealing a page from supermarkets' playbook

Dollar General boosts $1 items by 40% ahead of the holidays, after second-quarter success. Strategy targets increasing foot traffic.

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Dolly Parton loved to cook. Here are her best tricks for fluffier eggs, better cornbread, and more.

Dolly Parton shared many cooking tips with Business Insider over the years. Here are some of our favorites, including her easy trick for fluffy eggs.

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I’ve been eating at Chili's for years — 7 things showed me it was poised for a comeback

I'm a longtime Chili's customer who saw signs of its comeback years ago. Here are seven things that made the chain stand out to me.

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Costco Diaries

Several containers of Darigold cottage cheese sit in cardboard boxes on a shelf at Costco.

I lost 125 pounds in a year. Here are 8 items I always buy at Costco to meal prep for myself and my family.

I lost 125 pounds in the last year, and love buying high-protein groceries at Costco, like the S&W black beans and the Darigold cottage cheese.

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Composite of Dolly's Tenneseean Travel stop colorful mural and tour bus and hand holding drink from Cup of Ambition coffee with Dolly Parton's face on it

I visited Dolly Parton's new travel stop. It's more than just a place to get gas — it's a whole Dolly universe.

On my road trip, I visited Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop, complete with a Dolly Parton-themed coffee shop and barbecue joint. Here's what it's like.

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I tried every custard shake at Shake Shack. Here's how they rank from worst to best.

Shake Shack introduced a new limited-edition flavor in August. Here's how it compares to the chain's other custard shakes.

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I'm a dietitian and busy mom. I swear by this one-hour meal-prep routine that saves me time and money all week.

As a busy mom and dietitian, I swear by an easy, hourlong meal-prep routine for weekly balanced dinners that include veggies, protein, and carbs.

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The most iconic breakfast restaurant in every state

From diners to brunch spots, here are some of the most iconic restaurants to grab breakfast in every state.

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A display of fresh produce in an Italian grocery store.

I'm an American who lived in Rome. These were the 6 most surprising things about grocery shopping in Italy.

When I lived in Italy, I noticed differences in grocery shopping compared to the US. People seemed to shop more often, and some stores allowed dogs.

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Three fried-chicken sandwiches on a white plate.

I made Ina Garten's fried-chicken sandwiches. They were fantastic — and the air fryer made the leftovers a hit, too.

I made Ina Garten's fried-chicken sandwiches and thought they were delicious. The chicken was moist and even reheated well in the air fryer.

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A side-by-side image of the writer holding a bowl of mac and cheese and a close-up image of the same mac and cheese.

I made a protein-packed mac and cheese for one. The easy recipe is now my go-to for a quick meal.

I tried a protein-packed, single-serving mac and cheese made with tofu. I was skeptical at first, but it's earned a spot in my weekday lunch rotation.

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I'm a food writer who was born and raised in the UK. Here are 10 British dishes everyone should try in their lifetime.

I grew up in the United Kingdom. From roasts and Yorkshire pudding to Cornish pasties and toad-in-the-hole, here are must-try British foods.

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Red DOORDASH insulated delivery bag sits in a rear bicycle basket on a crowded city street.

Consumers are tightening their belts — just not on food delivery

Consumers sustain DoorDash and Uber Eats growth by prioritizing food delivery despite cutting spending elsewhere.

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America's largest association of cattle ranchers says Trump's plan to lower beef prices is 'undermining' farmers

On Friday, Trump said the US would allow up to 300,000 metric tons of beef to be imported with no out-of-quota tariff over the next 90 days.

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I made the easy sausage and tortellini soup I've been seeing online. It's perfect for busy weeknights.

The easy sausage and tortellini soup recipe was hearty, but unbelievably easy to make.

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Lettuce. Blueberries. Eggs. Jalapeños. Why are there so many food-safety scares this summer?

From Cyclospora in lettuce to E. coli in blueberries, food-safety scares are making headlines. Here's what to know about the recalls and outbreaks.

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My AI agent got me banned from Resy. Another agent got me reinstated.

Brian Distelburger set up an AI agent to land a reservation at New York's 4 Charles. He was quickly banned from Resy after his account got flagged.

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Trader Joe's Diaries

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I'm a professional chef who's often too tired to cook for myself. I swear by these 6 Trader Joe's items.

As a professional chef, I often don't have the energy to cook dinner once I get home. I rely on Trader Joe's for delicious, easy-to-make staples.

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Costco Diaries

Bags of WildRoots premium trail box on display at Costco.

I've been a Costco executive member for 11 years. I'll always stock up on these 7 snacks.

As a longtime executive member and mom of a toddler, I love heading to Costco to buy snacks in bulk. My favorites include trail mix and bananas.

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17 cozy comfort meals you can make in a slow cooker

Comfort food meals like beef stew and tender brisket are easy to make in a slow cooker.

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I made the Pioneer Woman's easy one-pan sausage pasta. It's perfect for a fall weeknight dinner.

The simple pasta recipe used pantry staples and took less than an hour to make.

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3 underrated dishes to order at an Indian restaurant, according to a top Indian chef

James Beard-nominated chef Heena Patel shared the underrated dishes she thinks people should order at Indian restaurants, like khandvi and khichdi.

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pizza on the Lodge pizza pan, the best pizza stone for grilling

Best pizza stones and steels (2026)

Want a blistering, restaurant-quality pizza crust at home? We rigorously tested the best pizza stones and steels to find the ultimate top picks.

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Customers enter a McDonald's restaurant with window posters advertising breakfast deals and app savings.

McDonald's is losing ground to rivals like Burger King with a key customer group

McDonald's sales from low-income diners dropped 2.4% last quarter, while Burger King gained, showing a shift in fast-food dynamics.

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Ina Garten and her scrambled eggs cacio e pepe

I tried Ina Garten's recipe for the 'most delicious scrambled eggs ever.' Now it's one of my favorite breakfasts.

Ina Garten's scrambled eggs cacio e pepe recipe is inspired by the famous Italian pasta. The quick and easy dish only requires a few ingredients.

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grilled cheese sandwich sitting on a red and white plate

I'm a chef who's obsessed with my air fryer. Here are 13 of my favorite things to make in it.

As a chef, I love my air fryer. I use it to make easy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert recipes from air-fried grilled cheese to French toast.

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Composite of woman at Denny's with breakfast, at IHOP with breakfast, and at Cracker Barrel with breakfast

I visited Denny's for the first time after trying Cracker Barrel and IHOP. One chain had the best breakfast — and value.

I tried Denny's for the first time and compared it to IHOP and Cracker Barrel. The best breakfast chain had value, plus great bacon and pancakes.

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4 things you should never order in front of your boss or coworkers, according to an etiquette expert

Whether you're attending a lunch or happy hour, there are some things an etiquette expert said you should never order at a work event.

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I tried Ina Garten's espresso martini and was tipsy after just a few sips

Ina Garten puts her own spin on the espresso martini with this recipe, which includes orange-flavored vodka and Kahlúa. It packs a very boozy punch.

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I ordered milkshakes from Dairy Queen, Carvel, and Baskin-Robbins. There was a clear winner in terms of flavor and value.

I ordered strawberry milkshakes from Dairy Queen, Carvel, and Baskin-Robbins. I compared them based on taste, texture, price, and overall value.

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A person holding a jar of Nutella Peanut.

Nutella's empire is making a multibillion-dollar play for America's snack market

Ferrero spent billions buying US food brands, growing revenue fivefold. Its latest $3.1 billion cereal deal puts its expansion strategy to the test.

A gloved hand selects a green, chocolate-covered confection from a display case filled with assorted chocolates.

How Nutella maker Ferrero is spending billions to build a candy empire in America

We went inside Ferrero's US factories and R&D lab to see how the Italian company behind Nutella is spending billions to win over American consumers.

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Taco Bell's former boss says McDonald's is making a mistake with its new Red Bull drink

Greg Creed, the former CEO of Taco Bell who helped champion the restaurant's Baja Blast drink, says the new drinks menu from McDonald's is unoriginal.

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