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Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

What Is the Difference Between Chow Mein and Lo Mein?

If you’ve ever opened a box of Chinese take-out and it turns out to be not exactly what you ordered, you may have mixed up your meins. That’s right, there is a difference between these two popular Chinese dishes—however, the difference is probably not what you think. While it may be easy to assume that the type of noodles is what makes the dish difference, we all know what happens when you assume. Yes, you’re actually incorrect on this one<br>So, if not…

10 Incredible Food Documentaries On Netflix

Hell’s Kitchen not exactly cutting it for you tonight? Here’s a menu of the most powerful food documentaries available to stream.

10 New-School Jewish Delicatessens and Eateries

These 10 modern delis and eateries are part of the resurgence making Jewish grub so cool it’s hot.

Things Restaurant Servers Say... and What They Really Mean

How to Actually Eat Like a Local While Traveling

Everyone says you should follow the lead of locals when traveling, but actual suggestions on how to do that tend to be vague. Here are our tips.

How to Survive a Fancy Formal Dinner

It's that time of year. Office holiday parties are coming up, families get together for the holidays, and we slowly start to dread the fancy, formal parties that flood our calendars. Don't worry! As long as you know what to expect, formal affairs aren't difficult. With a little knowledge and some common sense, you can even enjoy them. Here's how.

Things to Remember when Dining Out

For the best restaurant experience, here are simple tips that you would want to remember when dining out with the family. Food Safety should be on the top of your list.

Tips for choosing healthier options while dining out

Eating healthy isn’t always easy. Especially when dining out at a favorite restaurant. And while many such experiences used to be saved for special occasions, eating outside the home—or, these days, having the food delivered right to one’s door—has become the daily norm for many. So how do you watch what you eat when you’re …

85 Tips & Strategies for Dining Out

SparkPeople's Dining Out Guide will help you take charge of your next culinary adventure. Get expert tips, from choosing a restaurant to ordering dessert.

Why carbon neutral restaurants are the future of dining out

A zero carbon footprint is the hottest food trend - but how can you tell if your favourite haunt is truly eco-friendly?

Tips for Dining Out Gluten-Free

Dr. Clifford Bassett breaks down tips for dining out if you or someone you know has a gluten allergy.

Gluten-Free Dining Out: Eating gluten-free when dining out.

Celiac-Safe Choices for Dining Out Eating gluten-free when dining out.

6 Healthy Tricks for Dining Out

When dining out with family or friends, it's easy to get distracted, and overeat.

A guide to dining out on Fathers Day

Local restaurants have it covered when it comes to celebrating Dad.

How to Dine Out and Still Eat Healthy

Health-conscious individuals may find dining out to be a challenge. By following these simple steps from Mount Sinai dietitian Melissa Mann, RD, you can painlessly make healthy eating choices while on the town.

5 tips for dieters when dining out

These simple tips prove that dining out doesn’t have to put a dent in your diet.

8 Quick Tips for Eating Healthy When Dining Out

Sometimes we dine out because our busy schedules leave us with no other op

How To Eat Low-Carb While Dining Out

Find out how you can actually stick to your low-carb diet even while dining at your favorite restaurant.