Food Scenes - The Daily Meal

Joey Chestnut, Takeru Kobayashi competing

Crystal Antonace

Joey Chestnut And Takeru Kobayashi Will Face Off In The Hot Dog Eating Contest Of The Century

By Crystal Antonace

Due to a contract dispute, Joey Chestnut was recently banned from competing in the annual Nathan's Famous event. Netflix has taken matters into its own hands.

S. Ferrari

Wrap Watermelon Slices With This Iconic Fruit Snack For The Ultimate Summer Treat

By S. Ferrari

Custom homemade treats for summer are a lot of fun. The next time you're looking to make watermelon a little more interesting try this easy trick.

Stacie Adams

The Cookbooks That Won Big At The 2024 James Beard Awards

By Stacie Adams

The 2024 James Beard Media Awards took place on June 8, and plenty of chefs, restaurants, and cookbooks were honored. Here are the cookbooks that won big.

Karen Hart

Enjoy A Key Lime Pie Shake From Sonic With A Simple Ordering Hack

By Karen Hart

Sonic Drive-In is known for having many delicious secret menu items and hacks invented by customers. Luckily this one is easy for them to make.

DB Kelly

Wisconsin's State Pastry Is A Sweet Danish Classic

By DB Kelly

The Danish population sure left their mark on the culture in Wisconsin. Turns out this multi-layered pastry is a labor of love to make in the kitchen.

Erin Metz

The Practical Reason Why Pop-Tarts Are Rectangular

By Erin Metz

It might seem obvious why Pop-Tarts are shaped as rectangles, but the design of this pastry works well for a variety of different reasons -- inside and out.

Erin Metz

The Canadian Costco Food Court Meal We Can Only Dream Of In The US

By Erin Metz

When you take a closer look at Costco food courts in the U.S. there are a few things that seem to be missing. Why does Canada get all the delicious food?

vintage photo of the original Chili's exterior

Michael Palan

What It Was Like To Eat At The Original Chili's

By Michael Palan

Chili's is now an iconic casual dining chain, but had humble origins in Dallas, Texas. Here's the story of the restaurant that started it all.

Stacie Adams

The Swicy Food Movement, Explained

By Stacie Adams

Lately, "swicy" snacks have become the go-to for younger generations. Here's why foods that combine sweet and spicy flavors are gaining so much attention.

Madalyn Mackarey

Start Frying Your Eggs In Feta Cheese And Thank Us Later

By Madalyn Mackarey

Looking for new and exciting ways to jazz up fried eggs seems to be a shared passion of internet users worldwide. And we're not mad about it.

Madalyn Mackarey

Why Thai Iced Tea Is The Ultimate Drink Pairing For Spicy Food

By Madalyn Mackarey

If you love spicy food but don't want your mouth to burn for too long, you need to find the perfect creamy beverage. Here's why Thai iced tea does the trick.

Michael Palan

24 Restaurants And Bars Turning 100 In 2024

By Michael Palan

This year, a handful of restaurants across the U.S. are marking the 100th anniversary of their first opening. Here's where to go to enjoy a slice of history.

Jessica Fleming-Montoya

We Talked To A Chef About How To Make The Perfect Cuban Sandwich

By Jessica Fleming-Montoya

Craving a Cuban sandwich but can't afford a trip to Miami? Luckily, Chef Ronaldo Linares shares some tips for how to make a mouthwatering Cubano right at home.

Nick Johnson

Why You'll Never See Ketchup On A Chicago-Style Hot Dog

By Nick Johnson

If you're ever in Chicago, you'll find yourself flanked on all sides by food (think deep dish pizza), but you're unlikely to find a hot dog with ketchup.

Jessica Fleming-Montoya

Are You Brave Enough To Try TikTok's Pickle Dr Pepper Trend?

By Jessica Fleming-Montoya

The internet: Home of curious trends and unusual food combinations. This one involves adding pickles to a cup of Dr Pepper. Would you try it?

C.A. Pinkham

The Origin Story Of Taco Bell's Iconic Gordita

By C.A. Pinkham

The Cheesy Gordita Crunch is so delicious that you may have forgotten about the original gordita the chain introduced in the late '90s. We've got the story.

Allison Lindsey

The Regional Barbecue That Was Anthony Bourdain's Favorite

By Allison Lindsey

If there was one person to take advice from about where to find the best food, it was the late Anthony Bourdain. But does his opinion settle this great debate?

Jenn Carnevale

Where To Get The Best Chicken Pot Pie In Every State

By Jenn Carnevale

Rich and wholesome, chicken pot pie is a favorite comfort food for many people. Here's the best one in every state of the U.S., with all their unique twists.

Jessica Fleming-Montoya

A Cheesemonger Explains The Most Important Rules For Pairing

By Jessica Fleming-Montoya

Pairing cheese with other foods and drinks is a delicate task, so we asked a professional cheesemonger for some expert cheese-pairing advice.

Pavlo Fedykovych

What It Was Like To Eat At The First Hamburger Restaurant In The US

By Pavlo Fedykovych

Louis' Lunch has been serving its iconic hamburger for over 100 years in strict accordance with the original recipe. Here’s what it was like when it opened.

Stacie Adams

The Trader Joe's Yogurt We Always Add To Our Cart

By Stacie Adams

You can always count on TJ's to come up with delicious varieties of your go-to snacks. These particularly flavorful yogurt cups have earned a loyal following.

Pavlo Fedykovych

What It Was Like To Eat At The First Pizzeria

By Pavlo Fedykovych

A tiny spot on Spring Street in the Little Italy neighborhood, Lombardi's became a food staple of the city and a testament to the rich culture of pizza making.

hand holds box of unfrosted strawberry pop tarts

Madalyn Mackarey

Do Unfrosted Pop-Tarts Still Exist?

By Madalyn Mackarey

The original iteration of Pop-Tarts featured an unfrosted pastry. But do any of those unfrosted varieties still exist today amidst all the frosted ones we love?

Erin Metz

This Unique Pop-Tart Flavor Is Maine's Absolute Favorite

By Erin Metz

Maine has some unique preferences and once of them is for a more obscure flavor of Pop-Tart. Here's which one they crown the king of flavor.

Pavlo Fedykovych

What It Was Like To Eat At The First Hot Dog Stand

By Pavlo Fedykovych

What began as an innovative spin on a food pushcart, evolved into a restaurant empire. We're reviving the colorful history of the first hot dog stand.

Elaina Friedman

One Of Queen Camilla's Favorite Meals Is A True British Staple

By Elaina Friedman

You can't argue with the comfort food you grew up eating, even though it's rarely fancy. When it comes to go-to snacks the royals are just like anybody else.

S. Ferrari

What Are Cruller Donuts (And Where Do They Come From)?

By S. Ferrari

Crullers stand out from other donuts because of their shape, but it turns out they have an interesting origin story. You can find versions all over the world.