Let's be honest: There are definitely not as many all-you-can-eat buffets as there should be. Sure, places like Golden Corral and CiCi's still exist, but who wouldn't give their right foot for an all-you-can-eat buffet of McDonald's fries or Sonic's tater tots? While we might never have the chance to overload our plates with Whataburger entrees, there's hope for chicken lovers who happen to live in Oklahoma, as the University of Oklahoma is home to the world's only all-you-can-eat Chick-fil-A.
The best smash burger is often the one in your hand, as crisp and savory as the griddled favorite can be. But there are also subcategories within that distinction. The best barbecue bacon smash burger, or the classic smash burgers that home cooks set their hearts on perfecting, right down to the special sauce. In search of a superlative restaurant chain version, Chowhound ranked six offerings from worst to best for your ordering ease, and 7th Street Burger's smashed cheeseburger came out on top.
The spicy lamb grinder is a variation on Bar Gernika's lamb grinder, which combines some of the best aspects of a gyro, French dip, and cheesesteak into one flavor-packed sandwich. Served on crusty and fluffy French bread, the lamb is tender and thinly shaved, reminiscent of shaved meat from a gyro. The meat is topped with cheese, grilled onions, and peppers, and the whole thing comes served with a side of au jus for that French dip experience.
India is a country with countless regional specialties, each with its own history, culture, and unique use of spices. I wanted our guests to experience that variety and feel as though they were traveling across India one meal at a time.
For centuries, Maryland's Chesapeake Bay has been a source for sweet, succulent blue crabs. The state is home to hundreds of seafood restaurants that have made this classic ingredient the star of their menus. One particular Maryland restaurant is so good that it even has Oprah's stamp of approval. Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar, which Tasting Table ranked as one of the 15 best spots for crab cakes in Baltimore, Maryland, is Oprah's favorite place to visit when she's in town.
To celebrate, everyone's favourite ball-shaped cocktail is bringing a 10-foot gacha machine to the capital where thirsty Londoners can win a chance to try the new BuzzBall. Arriving in the flavour 'Berry Cherry Limeade' (we're guessing it's got notes of berry, cherry and lime), the bright blue drink will be London's to try for the day, at a pop-up taking place on Friday February 27 at Observation Point on the Southbank.
Truly Hard Seltzer is making dreams come "truly" this winter with its limited-edition offering: the Truly Dream Pack. Available nationwide starting through winter, this limited-edition pack was created in collaboration with French artist Laura Norman (A.K.A. Launorma), the collection features four all new, bold flavors. The lineup's new flavors are as follows: * Strawberry Stardust: Juicy strawberry meets delicate, floral lychee for a sweet, exotic twist * Citrus Clouds: Bright mandarin bursts with zesty citrus for a crisp, sun-soaked sip
Food influencers, in particular, have become pivotal in shaping consumer behavior and preferences within the foodservice industry. With their ability to reach vast audiences, these influencers offer restaurants and brands unique collaboration opportunities that can drive engagement and boost sales. Why Collaborate with Food Influencers? Collaborating with influencers can significantly enhance your restaurant's visibility and credibility. Here are a few reasons to consider: Social media post of a restaurant collaboration with an influencer
For many, apples have become an afterthought in an age filled with flashy, processed snacks. But Yes! Apples is on a mission to change that narrative. By prioritizing flavor profiles-sweet versus tart-and use-case guidance-snack versus bake-the brand is making apples an intentional and craveable snack option. This shift is not just a marketing strategy; it's a movement to help consumers fall in love with apples again.
"airlines have really stepped up their game. I've spotted bottles on beverage carts that I'd have to hunt for on the ground, which tells me they're working with people who actually know wine. They have a captive audience at 35,000 feet, and they could easily rely on subpar offerings. So when an airline chooses to stock something genuinely good, it says a lot."
For many Chipotle connoisseurs, hacking the system is as much a part of the appeal as any of the specific toppings and flavors. The hacks come and go, but one old standby is pretty simple: ask for your protein on the side instead of directly on the burrito, bowl, or salad. Fans claim the side portion can end up weighing more than a standard scoop dropped onto rice and beans, meaning more meat for the same price.
Sunday roast at six o'clock sharp. The smell of gravy wafting from the kitchen. Everyone seated around the same table, no exceptions. The clatter of cutlery on proper plates, not a phone in sight. If you grew up in a boomer household, this scene probably triggers some serious nostalgia. But describe it to today's kids, and they'd look at you like you're describing life on another planet.
Whether you're shopping for a birthday party or for a comforting weeknight on the couch, Tostitos dips are probably on your grocery list. From salsas to quesos, the dips truly represent a classic American snack food, pairing perfectly with the brand's tortilla chips (or the sturdiest tortilla chip brand of your choosing). But not all of them can be winners. In our ranking of Tostitos dips, we dubbed Tostitos' Medium Nacho Cheese Dip as the worst for multiple reasons.
Stuffed peppers are the homey, cozy, and nutrient-dense dish that you didn't know you needed. They're incredibly easy to prepare, as all you need to do is boil the peppers just enough so that they soften before loading them up with your favorite fillings. There are also many ways to upgrade stuffed peppers, seeing as the shells can be filled with meat or plant-based fillings, adorned with your favorite gooey cheese, and seasoned to your liking.
At Bacardi Limited, the world's largest privately held spirits company, barrel leakage is a massive headache. Consider the company's Dewar's blended Scotch whisky brand (just one of the dozens it owns). Most of the time, Dewar's will have over 100 warehouses full of aging barrels of whisky, 25,000 casks in each one. Barrels will mature for three to 12 years, and according to Angus Holmes, Bacardi's whisky category director, many of those barrels will develop a leak at some point in their life.
Filoli With its historic manor house and 16 acres of formal gardens, Filoli makes afternoon tea feel like something out of a storybook. Seven days a week, guests can linger over tea for two in the airy Quail Cafe or on its sunlit terrace, where tiers of finger sandwiches, sweets, and teas pair with views of the expansive estate. For a more elevated experience, book one of Filoli's seasonal themed teas in the elegant Garden House.
On the first Fish Friday of 2026, restaurants of all sizes are spotlighting fish and seafood on their menus with some new items and a few deals. Lent, a time when many Christians abstain from meat, began on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18. It lasts 40 days, ending on Thursday, April 2. Easter Sunday will be on April 5. Here is what some restaurant chains have announced on their websites, in social media or in news releases.
If there's one thing worse than too much of a good thing, it's too little of it. That was the knock on Ha's Snack Bar, which opened last year to such instantaneous acclaim that word spread the proprietors were immediately looking for a larger second location. The Snack Bar was great, but with two dozen seats, most of them not especially comfortable at that, it could be a treat on the palate and a pain in the ass.
On the site of Launceston Place restaurant, at one time Michelin-starred and a favourite of Princess Diana, Sartoria has much to live up to. I popped into the launch event, a lively party with free-flowing fizz and an enthusiastic mixture of local residents and fans of Evolv, Sartoria's parent company, and was impressed by the well-thought-out concept, which I suspect is intended to appeal to a sophisticated, international neighbourhood rather than to visitors.
To start, I headed over to Krispy Kreme's flagship store in Times Square for their exclusive "Big Apple" donut. This donut is filled with Red Delicious-flavored creme, dipped in a red mirror glaze, and plugged with a pretzel-stick stem plus a leaf made of royal icing. Now that we know what's in this pastry, let's find out whether it's worth the significant upcharge.
The space shifts depending on where you sit: There's a dim, modern barroom that's ideal for after-work drinks and casual dates; a second dining room that leans nostalgic with booths and old-school Italian restaurant touches like paisley walls bedecked in clusters of family photos; and an intriguing downstairs cocktail lounge that would make Frank Sinatra proud. But the draw here is the crackly, light tavern-style pies that feel dangerously easy to finish solo.
Eating your way through Florida can be quite the experience. You never really know what you might find. Hidden amongst all those iconic Florida foods are pizzas that are worth every road trip to this sunshine state - you just have to know where to look. The best pizza place in every state doesn't always look the same. In Gainesville, Florida, it's actually a kitschy, eclectic restaurant with a blue Ford Falcon van out front and a painted sign that says Satchel's Pizza.
Depending on what door you use and when you get there, Dimo's can be a pizzeria, a deli, a supper club, or a sit-down Italian restaurant. Splitting focus like that usually leads to compromises on quality, but Dimo's inexplicably excels in every department. Dimo's Italian Specialties (the door on the right) operates in deli mode from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, and switches to a dinner menu starting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.
Claud is the oldest restaurant in Joshua Pinsky and Chase Sinzer's trio that includes seafood spot Penny and wine bar Stars. Here, you'll find sophisticated cooking, worthwhile desserts, and a lengthy list of bottles, in addition to surprisingly affordable by-the-glass selections ($14). Come here for a lowkey solo dinner, an intimate date, or a wine-fueled group outing; there are roomy booths toward the center of the restaurant.
But when restaurant ramen isn't possible, instant ramen can be a terrific second-best, especially if it includes top-notch noodles and flavorful broth. While not all packaged ramen brands hit that target, one that is all but guaranteed to please is Samyang Buldak, a Korean brand that was introduced in 2014. Bright, colorful packages picturing adorable cartoon chickens are filled with more than 20 inventive flavors, including Quattro Cheese, Tom Yum, Carbonara, Taco and more.
