9 facts about Wendy’s that might surprise you
Wendy's, the second-largest fast-food burger chain in the US, opened its doors in 1969. dcwcreations/Shutterstock Wendy's was founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas, a former KFC employee. He named his…
Food
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I ranked 11 high-protein yogurts. My favorite had as much protein as a can of tuna.
I compared 11 high-protein yogurts from brands including Chobani and Siggi's. Kristine Villarroel/Business Insider Protein products have been taking over grocery aisles, from popcorn to cereal. Yogurt is naturally protein-rich,…
How The Cheesecake Factory went from a family recipe to a global chain — and a White House punchline
Take a closer look at The Cheesecake Factory's early beginnings and 48-year history. Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images The first Cheesecake Factory restaurant opened in Beverly Hills, California, in 1978. Its CEO…
I tried cinnamon-roll recipes from 3 celebrity chefs, and the best one completely blew me away
One of the cinnamon-roll recipes I tried ended up being from Ree Drummond. Paige Bennett I followed cinnamon-roll recipes from famous chefs Alton Brown , Ree Drummond, and Sandra Lee.…
Earnings
Cherry on top: Cheesecake Factory dishes out an earnings win from the center of the Obama-Trump controversy
The Cheesecake Factory delivered an earnings win amid a presidential feud. Timothy Hiatt/Getty Images/The Cheesecake Factory The Cheesecake Factory served up some sweet sales numbers in an earnings call Tuesday.…
Retail
45 years ago McDonald’s debuted its popular McRib. Now, it’s back again after countless rereleases.
McDonald's McRib is a limited item that appears on the menu irregularly. Erin McDowell/Business Insider McDonald's brought back the McRib for a national farewell tour in the fall of 2022. …
I tried 4 store-bought buttermilk pancake mixes. My favorite was also the cheapest.
I compared the buttermilk flavor of four pancake-mix brands: Hungry Jack, Krusteaz, Pearl Milling Company, and Birch Benders. Erin McDowell/Business Insider I tested four national brands of buttermilk-pancake mixes. The…
4 mistakes people make when they order wine at restaurants, according to a sommelier
Ordering wine doesn't have to be intimidating or difficult. Carlo Prearo/Shutterstock As a sommelier, I love trying new wines at restaurants, but they're not all winners. Many miss out on…
Tritent International Corp. (OTCID: TICJ) Plans Expanded Leadership Role for All Your Meals Founder Benny Doro
Following its announced acquisition agreement with Super Fresh Foods Inc., Tritent highlights Doro’s entrepreneurial, operational and digital commerce experience as a key component of its long-term growth strategy LAS VEGAS,…
Technology
Instacart calls it quits on technology it hailed as ‘the future of grocery shopping’
Former Instacart CEO Fidji Simo (left) said that Caper smart shopping carts would be "the future of grocery shopping." Bloomberg/Getty Images Instacart is shuttering its team focused on smart shopping…
I tried Bobby Flay’s trick for perfect scrambled eggs, but found a cheaper way to get similar results
Paige Bennett I followed Bobby Flay's recipe for perfect eggs using crème fraîche. I also tried making the recipe with cheaper ingredients like sour cream and Greek yogurt . The…
The best cinnamon roll in every state, according to diners
Yelp released a list of the best cinnamon rolls in every state. Olivia Free/Getty Images/iStockphoto Nothing says fall quite like a hot cup of coffee and a gooey cinnamon roll.…
Ina Garten swears by store-bought ingredients. There’s one she couldn’t make work for her new cookbook.
Ina Garten has always believed that store-bought is fine — most of the time. Mike Smith/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images Ina Garten's new cookbook, "Simply Ina,"…
12 easy ways to make a store-bought pie taste and look homemade, according to bakers and chefs
There are a few ways you can trick people into thinking your store-bought pie is homemade. Rachel Askinasi Chefs and bakers shared tips for how to make store-bought pies look…
The rise and fall of Route 66
In the 1940s and '50s, Route 66 was one of America's most popular highways, driving business to small towns from Chicago to Santa Monica. But today, the road and its…
I tried Ina Garten’s 2 favorite chocolate cakes. One recipe took more time, but it was the best cake I’ve ever made.
I made two of Ina Garten's most popular chocolate cakes to see which dessert was best. Anneta Konstantinides/Business Insider I tried two of Ina Garten's most popular chocolate cakes for…
Thanksgiving Dinner for Under $50: Compare Deals From Aldi, Target, Lidl and More
While eating Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones is a meaningful holiday tradition, gathering and preparing all the dishes has become more expensive. With grocery prices creeping even higher this year,…
Consumer Spending
The latest sign we’re eating out less: Restaurants are buying fewer disposable cups and paper towels
Restaurants are buying fewer disposable cups, paper towels, and packaging supplies, companies that make the goods have said. Lia Toby/Getty Images for illycaffè Restaurants are buying fewer paper cups and…
She used Facebook Marketplace to sell seafood in South Carolina. A viral review led to 300 orders overnight.
Natendrea Jones has been cooking seafood for more than a decade. In 2026, a viral food review brought her more than 300 orders overnight. Natendrea Jones Natendrea Jones used Facebook…
I made Ina Garten’s flavorful mashed potatoes. From now on, I’ll bring this easy side dish to every dinner party.
Ina Garten's mashed potatoes were tangier and more flavorful than others I've tried making in the past. Lizzy Briskin I often love Ina Garten's easy, flavorful recipes, so I gave…
I tried Ina Garten’s and Gordon Ramsay’s favorite brownie recipes. The best one was the easiest to make.
I tried brownie recipes from Ina Garten and Gordon Ramsay for a celebrity-chef showdown. Peter Kramer/NBC/NBC Newswire/NBCUniversal via Getty Images/FOX via Getty Images I compared brownie recipes from Ina Garten…
For years, I paid someone $150 a month to batch-cook meals for my busy family of 4
Outsourcing some of the cooking meant my husband and I could spend more time with our kids and have delicious meals ready to reheat on our busiest days. Elizabeth Wong…
Retail
Shoppers turn to Amazon for fresh produce and seafood, helping it take market share from supermarkets
Amazon's expanded fresh food delivery is helping it win market share from more traditional retailers. : Deb Cohn-Orbach/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Amazon's sales of fresh groceries like seafood…
I spent $100 on dinner for 2 at LongHorn Steakhouse. I now understand why the chain is so successful.
LongHorn Steakhouse is outpacing many other casual-dining chains. After visiting for the first time, I can see why. Erin McDowell/Business Insider I recently visited LongHorn Steakhouse as the chain reports…
