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Mother’s Day brunch at home beats restaurant reservations

More than 3 out of 4 Americans plan to dine out this Mother’s Day, making it the busiest day of the year for restaurants. Behind that staggering number is a holiday tradition that has become more stressful, more expensive and less meaningful than the occasion deserves. The appeal is

7 side dishes so good they could be the whole meal

When the main dish doesn’t quite carry the meal, it helps to have something on the side that can pick up the slack. I’ve pulled together 7 side dish options that work for anyone looking for something a little more filling and dependable. These are the kinds of

Butter is back, and Americans are eating more of it than ever

The global butter market is valued at an estimated $45.2 billion in 2026 and is projected to grow even higher. There are more than 1.6 million videos on TikTok alone featuring people cooking with, churning and even eating raw butter. After years of margarine and other smooth spread

9 spring lunch recipes that beat the sad desk lunch

That sad desk lunch feeling hits when you’re stuck with the same routine and nothing to look forward to, especially if you’re someone who just wants something fresh without overthinking it. I pulled together 9 spring lunch ideas that actually make stepping away from your screen feel worth

Barbecue restaurants turn scarcity into strategy

A newly published report from Georgetown University finds American restaurants and foodservice providers generate 12.7 million tons of surplus food every year. Large portion sizes and overcooking to ensure no shortfalls contribute to the issue. But in the world of barbecue, “sold out” is not a failure; often, it’

Cut off from the West, Muscovites rediscover Russian 'roots'

Cut off from the West, Muscovites rediscover Russian 'roots'

At a cooking school in Moscow, Yulia Fedishova was preparing a "smetannik": a traditional Slavic layer cake with a sour cream topping. The "Lunch a la Russe" master class she was attending on the secrets of classic Russian dishes is just one example of how many

11 BBQ dishes that keep the smoke rolling and the table busy

Pulling off a good BBQ can feel like a lot when you want variety without repeating the same thing every time. That’s where these 11 BBQ dishes come in; they give you solid ideas to keep things interesting without overthinking it. If you like having options ready for casual