That Time Olive Garden Tried Inventing 'Authentic' Italian Meals
Olive Garden is great for a quick Italian-inspired meal, but when it tried to make up its own "authentic" dishes with nonsense names, it didn't go over well.
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The Sustainable Sourcing Behind Cracker Barrel's Iconic Rocking Chairs
Did you know that Cracker Barrel practices environmental stewardship? Learn about the sustainable sourcing behind its iconic rocking chairs.
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Why Olive Garden Servers Hate The Unlimited Food Promotions
Customers may love unlimited salad and breadsticks, but you know who doesn't? Your server. These giveaways are great for customers and nightmarish for servers.
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That Time Cracker Barrel Was Caught Discriminating Against Its LGBTQ+ Workers
Cracker Barrel is a down-home country restaurant that's been around for a long time. While the company happily supports Pride events, it wasn't always that way.
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TGI Fridays' New Mix-And-Match Grilled & Sauced Menu Is A Game Changer
For the first time since the brand teamed up with Jack Daniels whiskey, TGI Fridays is changing things up with a new mix-and-match Grilled & Sauced menu.
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Here's What The Stars Mean On Cracker Barrel Workers' Uniforms
While dining out, have you ever wondered how knowledgeable your server is? If you pay attention at Cracker Barrel, you can figure that out by the staff aprons.
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The Cracker Barrel Ordering Tip If You Want Your Bread ASAP
Many restaurants will bring out bread before your meal -- here's how to get yours a little faster at Cracker Barrel.
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The Olive Garden/Red Lobster Hybrid Restaurants You May Have Forgotten
There have been numerous combination eateries over the years. For instance, you may have forgotten about the Olive Garden/Red Lobster hybrid restaurants.
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How The Iconic Cracker Barrel Logo Came To Be
Uncover the story behind Cracker Barrel's iconic logo, featuring the beloved "old-timer," and the symbolic significance behind the banded wood barrel.
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Cracker Barrel's First Menus Were Handwritten — And Full Of Mistakes
Cracker Barrel hasn't changed much over the years, but its menu sure has. In fact, the original version was handwritten and full of spelling mistakes.
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Why Olive Garden Was Accused Of Using Canned 'Mystery' Chicken
An ex-Olive Garden employee made startling accusations toward her former workplace, hinting that much of the food isn't as freshly prepared as one would think.
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The US State With More Cracker Barrels Than Any Other
The Sunshine State stands out, with more Cracker Barrel locations than any other. Florida represents 9% of all Cracker Barrel outlets nationwide.
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The Hidden Catch Behind Olive Garden's 'Unlimited' Breadsticks
Yes, you can receive unlimited breadsticks at Olive Garden. However, there is a limit to how many breadsticks your server will give your table at a time.
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The Olive Garden Salad Staple You Can Buy At The Grocery Store
Next time you're hankering an Olive Garden salad, you can simply head to the grocery store to pick up some of the restaurant's main ingredients.
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The Unexpected Company Responsible For Creating Olive Garden
You probably don't know that this enormous company originally created the Italian American eatery that gives us all those unlimited breadsticks.
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Olive Garden's Menu Used To Boast An Extensive Pizza List
While the chain has been around for decades (as have many of its dishes), you might not know that Olive Garden's menu used to boast an extensive pizza list.
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Does Olive Garden's Tiramisu Contain Any Alcohol?
You might be wondering whether or not Olive Garden's tiramisu contains alcohol. It turns out that the answer is more complicated than you'd think.
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Cracker Barrel Sells An Unexpectedly Huge Number Of Candy Sticks
This old-fashioned candy is a staple in Cracker Barrel's general store and they estimate selling 13 million per year. What makes them so popular?
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The 10 Best Breakfast Items At Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel, known for their Southern-style comfort food, offers a variety of great breakfast items on their menu. Here are some of the best ones.
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The Olive Garden Ordering Trick For Extra-Creamy Minestrone
When enjoying Olive Garden's endless soup, salad, and breadsticks deal, there's an incredibly simple trick for ordering extra-creamy minestrone.
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The Olive Garden Dishes That Are Probably Just Reheated In A Microwave
One former Olive Garden employee made the claim that certain foods, including these, are routinely warmed up in a microwave prior to being served.
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The Ultra-Rich Ingredient That Makes Olive Garden's Alfredo So Delectable
One of the most quintessentially Olive Garden dishes has got to be the fettuccine Alfredo. What makes it great is its use of this ingredient.
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It's Unexpectedly Easy To Get Free Coffee At Cracker Barrel
When it comes to the world of food and drink, we'll take as many freebies as we can get. The one big problem? It's not usually so easy to find those deals.
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The Reason Cracker Barrel Won't Franchise Its Stores
To maintain consistency at its stores across the country, the company has resisted franchising, allowing the company to keep all the details under one roof.
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The Bloody Cracker Barrel Controversy You May Have Forgotten
What could possibly be worse than being served food contaminated with blood? Not much, it turns out. Back in 2011 one customer got quite a shock with her food.
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The Evolution Of The Olive Garden Menu Over The Years
The Olive Garden menu has changed substantially over the years, redefining our view on authentic Italian food. For better or worse, here's how.
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What Really Sets Cracker Barrel's Chicken N' Dumplins Above The Rest
Chicken and dumplings is easy to make, but even so, Cracker Barrel's version stands out. Here's what really sets its Chicken N' Dumplins above the rest.
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