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Taco Bell is thriving with Gen Z. Its CEO says that's no accident.

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Split image of Bad Bunny at the 2026 Grammy and his Miami restaurant Gekko

I went to Bad Bunny's high-end steakhouse in Miami. These 10 things surprised me the most.

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I tried chicken sandwiches from McDonald's, Popeyes, and Bojangles. The best one surprised me.

I compared chicken sandwiches from McDonald's, Popeyes, and Bojangles. My favorite was the most expensive, but the extra-crispy sandwich was worth it.

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Photo collage featuring homemade meals, the White house, and RFK Jr.

Emily Stewart

I followed an RFK-approved, $15-a-day diet for a week

The White House and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have a new protein-forward food pyramid that they say you can follow cheaply. I tried it out.

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Lauren holding up a bowl of roasted shrimp and orzo.

I've been making this simple Ina Garten recipe for almost 20 years. It's easy, nutritious, and a total crowd-pleaser.

I've been making Ina Garten's roasted shrimp and orzo recipe for 20 years. It's a quick and easy weeknight dinner that satisfies my whole family.

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A full trunk of groceries in a hatchback car.

I only shop for 2, but buying in bulk saves me money. Here are 10 things I always get at Costco.

Toilet paper, eggs, laundry detergent, and canned tuna are a few of the many things I buy in bulk at Costco to save money for my household of two.

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A McDonald's McNugget with crème fraîche and caviar

I tried McDonald's McNugget Caviar promotion. It's a smart brand move and made my go-to order feel fancy.

McDonald's McNugget Caviar promo ships free caviar to nugget fans while supplies last. I tried the unexpected combination and thought it was great.

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A table covered in a variety of assorted chocolate boxes, bonbons, and candy bars.

The best chocolates to gift for Valentine's Day, according to a professional chocolatier

A professional chocolatier tested 45 chocolate brands to find the best for gifting, including luxury truffles and beautifully packaged assortments.

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in n out double double on blue background

I ranked 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers from worst to best. My favorite was one of the cheapest.

We tried and ranked 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers based on taste and value.

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The storefront of a Sprinkles restaurant, featuring its cupcake ATM.

America's sweet tooth is looking for a new chain obsession

Sprinkles' abrupt closure at the end of 2025 marked the end of the cupcake era. Now, bundt cakes and cookies are vying for the top sweet spot.

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This is the only mac and cheese recipe you need for Super Bowl weekend

This delicious and easy mac and cheese recipe by "Next Level Chef" star Tini Younger was an instant hit on TikTok, racking up millions of views.

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Katie Notopoulos

Why fiber content is everywhere now (except in my own actual diet)

Fiber is the hottest new trend in the grocery stores and online. Finally, we're embracing a little toilet humor — and reality.

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Author Blythe Chadim at Costco holding executive membership card leaning on cart

I've had a Costco executive membership for nearly a decade. There are 10 purchases I swear by every time I shop.

As a Costco executive member for 10 years, the best things I buy my family every time I go to Costco include Kirkland Signature nuts and coffee.

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Finished 7-layer dip in a clear casserole dish and sour cream, guacamole, tomatoes, and olives on top. A bowl of tortilla chips sits beside the dish

I made Rachael Ray's 7-layer dip. It called for 19 ingredients but was surprisingly easy to make.

I tried Rachael Ray's seven-layer dip, a party appetizer made with beans, homemade guacamole, and salsa. It was perfect for the Super Bowl.

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Bird's eye view of three rotisserie chickens in plastic containers on a white countertop

I tried 3 store-bought rotisserie chickens, and found Costco's famous bird couldn't compare to the best one

To find the best rotisserie chicken at a grocery store, I tried birds from Costco, Whole Foods, and Safeway. The winner was moderately priced.

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Straight-on shot of a cutting board with three bowls and plates of Buffalo-chicken dips. One bowl has a dip with crumbled blue cheese on top, one bowl has a dip with melted yellow cheese, and one dip is topped with crumbled blue cheese and scallions.

I made 3 Buffalo chicken dip recipes. The best used Costco's $5 rotisserie chicken.

I made Buffalo chicken dip using recipes from three celebrity chefs. The best version uses five ingredients, including Costco rotisserie chicken.

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tortilla chip dipped in buffalo chicken dip

I make this 6-ingredient slow-cooker Buffalo chicken dip every game day. It's so easy I can make it with my eyes closed.

I make the same Buffalo chicken dip recipe for every party, game day, and the Super Bowl. It takes only six ingredients.

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Three red Kitchenaid mixers on a table in a row.

The best KitchenAid stand mixers in 2026, tested by an avid home baker

An avid home baker tested KitchenAid stand mixers for power and durability. Top picks mix delicate egg whites, gooey cookie dough, and bread doughs.

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Composite image of a gray and blue bag of Sonic tater tots with red text and a white and blue bag with an image of seasoned tater tots on the front

I tasted and ranked 6 brands of frozen tater tots. Only one had the flavor and texture I was looking for.

I tried six brands of store-bought tater tots from Sonic, Ore-Ida, Cascadian Farm, McCain, Signature Select, and Alexia Foods to find the best ones.

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I made 5 Super Bowl appetizers in my slow cooker, and they all deserve a spot on game day

Super Bowl recipes like creamy queso, Buffalo chicken wings, meatballs, and mac and cheese can all be made in a slow cooker.

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A variety of frozen appetizers laid out on a wooden table.

I tried every frozen appetizer I could find at Aldi. Almost all of them would be worth buying for a party.

I tried to find the best Aldi frozen appetizers for party. My favorites included the Fremont shrimp queso bites and Appetitos cheese-stuffed pretzels.

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The exterior of a Taco Bell restaurant with a drive-thru.

Taco Bell's CEO says the chain's 'magic formula' is fueling growth as rivals fall flat

Taco Bell CEO Sean Tresvant told Business Insider that the chain's advantage lies in strong value perception, menu innovation, and customer loyalty.

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A woman eating a bowl of noodles in Bangkok.

I've been traveling across Asia for 10 years. These are the 3 cities with the best food — and one that disappointed me.

Sophie Steiner says Tokyo is often miscast as the pinnacle of Japanese cuisine. For her, the long waits rarely justify the hype.

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The author poses with a Pizza Hut box in front of one of he restaurants.

I visited Pizza Hut after Yum! Brands said it was exploring a sale and saw one big reason the chain is struggling

I ate at two Pizza Hut locations to see why the chain is struggling so much that its parent company, Yum! Brands, is considering selling it.

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A white rectangular plate filled with golden brown vegetable spring rolls cut in half

10 appetizers that come out perfectly in an air fryer, according to chefs

According to professional chefs, nachos, bacon-wrapped dates, spring rolls, and garlic bread are some of the best appetizers to make in an air fryer.

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The most iconic diner in every state

From classic 1950s diners to hole-in-the-wall burger joints, here are the most iconic diners in every state.

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A pitcher and two glasses of Bloody Mary cocktails with olives and pickles.

Absolut is betting on brunch, not bottle service, as drinking habits shift

Although consumers are drinking less, the industry is seeing a rise in "daycap" drinking, as younger consumers shift away from late-night consumption.

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Chipotle is targeting the top of the K-shaped economy

Chipotle plans to raise prices this year, but executives said on Tuesday that their core consumer, who makes over $100k, probably won't mind.

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Bags of nacho cheese flavored Doritos sit on a shelf at a grocery store in New York City as a discount price tag hangs in front of them.

PepsiCo says it's cutting prices on snacks like Lay's and Doritos by up to 15%, as consumers feel 'stretched'

PepsiCo is cutting prices on snacks, such as Lay's and Doritos, by up to 15%. It's the latest example of the K-shaped economy's effects on shoppers.

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A composite image of boxes of silicone freezer trays on display at Costco, and boxes of Hefty vacuum storage bags.

I've worked at Costco for 20 years. Here are 7 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.

As an employee, I think the Kirkland Signature Nike sneakers and Miu silicone freezer trays are some of the best things to get at Costco right now.

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Split image of story author next to gold-topped nigiri at Bad Bunny's restaurant in Miami.

I visited Bad Bunny's high-end Miami steakhouse. For $164, I got 6 bites of food and dessert.

Bad Bunny opened Gekko, a Japanese steakhouse in Miami, in 2022. Ahead of his Super Bowl appearance, I wanted to see if it was worth the hype.

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10 easy Super Bowl appetizers you can make in an air fryer

With Super Bowl Sunday around the corner, it's time to build a roster of easy air-fryer recipes to help feed your guests in time for kickoff.

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Ina Garten on her wedding day and Ina Garten with her "Modern Comfort Food" cookbook

Ina Garten's incredible life in photos

Ina Garten once wrote budgets at the White House. Now, she's a bestselling cookbook author and one of the most famous celebrity chefs in the world.

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Appetizers from Costco arranged on a wooden table

I ate almost every frozen appetizer I could find at Costco. Here's what is and isn't worth buying for a party (or lunch).

While searching for the best frozen appetizers at Costco, I tried wings I wouldn't recommend and Kirkland Signature shrimp I'd serve at a party.

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Gordon Ramsay has a pizza restaurant, Street Pizza, inside a luxury Dubai hotel, Atlantis, The Palm.

I ate unlimited pizza for $29 at Gordon Ramsay's restaurant at a luxury Dubai hotel. I tapped out at 5 slices, but it was worth it.

Located inside Atlantis, The Palm, Gordon Ramsay's Street Pizza is a casual, all-you-can-eat pizza spot.

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America's K-shaped economy has turned restaurant winners and losers upside down

Usually, fast-food consumption is a reliable recession indicator, but in a K-shaped economy, the old playbook has broken down, analysts say.

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Business Insider reporter Ashley Rodriguez takes a selfie holding a cold brew in front of Starbucks' new coffeehouse model.

We went to Starbucks' first investor day in 3 years, toured its new café model, and saw its comeback plan in action

Two Business Insider reporters attended Starbucks' Investor Day and got a firsthand look at how the brand plans to build momentum with its turnaround.

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Split image: Three bottles of Simply Nature organic half-and-half displayed at Aldi, and bags of Simply Nature organic multi-gran tortilla chips.

I'm a mom, and I swear by these 9 Aldi staples that feel way more expensive than they are

I love shopping at Aldi for affordable grocery staples. Some of my favorites are Parmesan cheese wedges, freeze-dried strawberries, and half-and-half.

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side by side of two nonstick cookware sets on display against a tile backsplash

The 4 best nonstick cookware sets that cover all your cooking basics

The best nonstick cookware sets make cooking easier and cleanup faster. Our top sets include oven-safe, budget-friendly, and PFAS-free options.

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I'm a chef with over 15 years of experience. Here are 12 tips I learned in culinary school that at-home cooks should know.

As a seasoned chef, I've learned helpful tricks and tips from culinary school that home cooks can use when it comes to prepping and upgrading dishes.

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Starbucks COO walks onstage at an Investor Day event on January 29, 2026.

Starbucks says it has cracked its comeback. The COO, charged with executing the strategy, explains what's coming next.

Starbucks COO Mike Grams spoke with Business Insider to outline the next phase of the company's turnaround, including new AI and staffing initiatives.

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