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Why it’s OK to send restaurant food back

Are you really such a big deal? No. So stop worrying that you’ll make others feel awkward

11 Things You're Saying That Are Really Annoying Your Server

On the surface, eating at a restaurant should be a fairly simple activity. You sit down, you look at the menu, you order, you eat, you pay, you leave. But it’s actually a social interaction as much as a monetary one, and there are some things you really shouldn’t ever say to your server, for a variety of reasons.

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 oneSo, if not…

The Secret Nazi History of Einstein Bros. Bagels

The second wealthiest family in Germany, the Reimann family, owns Einstein Bros. Bagels. They also have controlling stakes in pretty much anywhere you’d meet your bubbe for a meal, like Krispy Kreme Donuts, Panera Bread, Pret a Manger, Peet’s Coffee, and more. Just why are we writing about the Reimanns, who are worth roughly $37 …

Remembering the Restaurant That Shaped How We Dined

Smart Technology Pays Off for Restaurants

Operators have a variety of self-monitoring solutions to choose from.

The common Italian food myths you need to stop believing

There are a few Italian food myths we need to put right.

6 Things You Can't Leave Cape Town Without

How do you narrow down the universe of things to buy in stylish Cape Town, South Africa? Start with this list.

17 Signs You Grew Up in a Small Town

No matter where you call home now, here are some telltale signs you grew up in a small town.

What to Do When Your Car Breaks Down out of Town

Read this article for advice on what to do if your car breaks down out of town.

Get More for Less Just Outside of Town

Austin is a great place to live, especially given the wide variety of Austin neighborhoods from which to choose. The Austin environment is laid-back and casual, with a diverse culture, and the town…

Get Out of Town the Easy Way: Let Someone Else Do All the Work!

Looking to get out of town but hate the planning and coordinating? It really is possible to just pack your bags and show up.

What If Your Town Motto Was Honest?

These are #WickedFunny! See what your Maine town motto should REALLY be here!

For $300,000, you could own a hobby mine in a Tasmanian ghost town

Bored of your 9 to 5 job and don't mind getting your hands dirty? A small hobby mine on the outskirts of a ghost town on Tasmania's west coast is for sale.

Who's itching to "Get Out of Town?"

With the holidays behind us and spring still a few months away, the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library’s “Get Out of Town” series is a good way to combat the winter blues.

How one French town made going to the beach safe again

In La Grande-Motte, a resort town in the south of France, a “static beach” has spawned, letting people sunbathe six feet apart.

Preparing Your Home For a House Sitter When You Go Out of Town

When you go out of town for an extended period of time, it is usually a good idea to have someone house sit for you. But what exactly does a housesitter do? What should you... Continue reading