Food

The 50 Best Beers in America

Our picks for how to stock your beer fridge.

British Supermarket Launches Banana Rescue Stations to Curb Food Waste

One in three people toss bananas at the first sight of browning.

An English Plastic Surgeon Wants Avocados to Come With a Warning Label

People are slicing and dicing their hands, along with their fruit.

The duckweed with the translucent rounded top is Asian watermeal; the rest is another duckweed species, Northern watermeal.

Meet the World's Smallest Fruit

It's easy to be impressed by big things.

This iPhone Case Will Brew You a Cup of Espresso

Here's a new way to reinforce your smartphone addiction.

The 11 Sweetest Taffy Shops to Hit This Summer

If you're hitting a boardwalk or beach, you'd better know where the nearest taffy shop is.

12 Refreshing Facts About Coca-Cola

In 1990, the company filled up over 700,000 cans with a foul-smelling and horrible-tasting water—on purpose.

The Fizzy History of National Beverage Day

May 6's salute to soda and other beverages started as a way to convince people soft drinks were "healthful" and free from "the vestiges of germs."

This Bagel Lets You Have Your Coffee and Eat It, Too

For when that second cup of Joe just isn't enough.

The Best Vegetarian Restaurant in All 50 States

Want a meatless meal? You've come to the right place.

Introducing the Frork, McDonald's New Utensil Made from Fries

"Did the world need this? Nope."

Domino’s in Glasgow Adds Kilts as an Official Uniform

The uniforms are optional—underwear is not.

A pastrami on rye sandwich at Katz's Deli in New York City.

The Best Sandwiches in All 50 States

Whether you're in the mood for a piled-high deli sandwich, a fresh lobster roll, or a fried peanut butter and banana sandwich, we've got you covered.

Everyone Loves Starbucks' Unicorn Frappuccinos—Except Baristas

The promotion is over, but chain employees still appear to be scarred.

Jelly Beans Are Delicious—and They're Made With Insect Secretions

Jelly beans are shiny because they're coated in shellac, which is a resin that's secreted by the female lac bug (laccifer lacca) after it drinks the sap of trees.

Why Are Dairy Queen Blizzards Served Upside Down?

You can thank a cranky custard store owner and an annoying 14-year-old for this "tradition."

OSU Special Collections and Archive Research Center

The Unsung Army of Women Who Fed America and Its Allies During World War II

The forgotten story of 3 million women who dropped everything to help out on American farms.

Why is Trader Joe's Wine Cheaper Than Bottled Water?

At $1.99 a bottle, Charles Shaw wine is cheaper than an equivalent volume of Aquafina. We investigate.

The Great Squirrel Migration of 1968

Never heard of it? Read on.

When Was the First Pizza Delivery?

All hail Queen Margherita!

Scientists Say They've Identified a Gene Linked to Anorexia

This gene may give scientists a new tool to understand the eating disorder—and steps toward potential new treatment.

The World's Best Restaurant Is in New York

Americans won’t have to cross the pond to sample the menu.

How Pet Food Developers Whet Furry Appetites

In pet food taste-testing, puking can be a good thing.

Introducing Ice Cream Made from Food Waste

Saving the planet—one scoop at a time.