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An Outback Steakhouse Customer Is Seeking $1.5 Million After An Alleged Mashed Potato Incident

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:59:51 +0000

Mashed potatoes may have spelled disaster for one Outback Steakhouse customer. Discover why she is suing the chain for $1.5 million after this alleged incident.

Stop Stuffing Cake Pans In Your Cabinets: A Better Way To Stack Awkward Bakeware

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Cake pans can quickly accumulate, but with one easy storage trick, you can keep your shelves clean and tidy. Here's how.

What Health Inspectors Notice The Moment They Walk Into A Restaurant

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Nobody wants their nice dinner out to end with a bout of food poisoning. We spoke with an expert about what to look out for to ensure the safest meal.

A Nostalgic Fan-Favorite Dairy Queen Blizzard Is Finally Back After Years Away

staff@tastingtable.com (Angeline Stratz) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:45:12 +0000

Limited-time DQ Blizzards can cause fans to race to the chain to get their dessert fix before it disappears again, and this returning flavor is a fan favorite.

The Small, Rural West Coast City Known As The Apricot Capital Of The World

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:40:00 +0000

With acres of apricot orchards, a local apricot variety, and a yearly apricot festival, this little-known California city certainly earns its nickname.

What Is Pasteurized Crab Meat And Does It Taste Any Different?

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

When reaching for crab meat in the refrigerated seafood section, you may notice "pasteurized" on the label. What does that mean and does it impact taste?

What's The Difference Between The Viral Dotcake And A Traditional Mexican Cortadillo?

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:25:37 +0000

Small and coated in rainbow sprinkles, Dotcakes have taken over social media feeds and drawn comparisons to the traditional Mexican pastry known as cortadillo.

9 Chain Restaurants That Diners Say Have Great Customer Service

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Of course you want good food at a restaurant, but great customer service also goes a long way. At these chain restaurants, you can count on it being top notch.

This Is The Best New Starbucks Drink Of 2026 So Far

staff@tastingtable.com (Angeline Stratz) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Starbucks has put out some great beverages so far this year, but of all of its new releases, we liked this drink the best.

Make A Coleslaw Dressing Inspired By The Duke's Mayonnaise Version With These 4 Seasonings

staff@tastingtable.com (Sara Klimek) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Duke's mayonnaise stands out for its tangy flavor and extra creamy texture, and all you need is a few seasonings to recreate its coleslaw dressing at home.

The Best Store-Bought Mozzarella Comes From A Brand Known For Premium Quality

staff@tastingtable.com (Vanessa Nix Anthony) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Finding creamy fresh mozzarella is easier than you may think, and it's available at most Albertsons-owned stores, perfect on everything from salads to pizza.

The Alarming Ice Cream Shop Red Flag We Just Can't Ignore

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Visiting an ice cream shop should be the highlight of your day. But if you catch a whiff of a sulphuric smell, an expert advises walking out.

I Had A 4-Course Dinner Overlooking An Elephant Herd At This World-Famous Safari Park

staff@tastingtable.com (Fred Hernandez) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What is it like to dine with an elephant-sized view? Here is what one Tasting Table writer had to say about this wild experience.

Why Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre Foods Was Canceled

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Andrew Zimmern's "Bizarre Foods" was a show unlike any other, traveling the globe to try foods we've never even heard of, until it was abruptly canceled.

Barley Or Rice: What Budweiser Uses To Brew Beer

staff@tastingtable.com (Rebecca Treon) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0000

You may think you know what's in one of the United States' popular brands of beer, but we think you'll be surprised once you read what we found out.

I Tried 6 Canned Pineapple Brands And One Was Hands-Down Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:20:00 +0000

Canned pineapple is a great addition to baked goods and the perfect sweet snack. But canned pineapple is not created equally. We tasted six to find the best.

This Is Cheesecake Factory's Most Popular Flavor For More Than 45 Years

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0000

For over 45 years, one Cheesecake Factory order in particular has captured the attention of customers.

This 4-Ingredient Spritzer Makes Upscale Summer Drinks So Easy

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:40:00 +0000

This four-ingredient spritzer makes it surprisingly easy to create refreshing, upscale cocktails and mocktails at home on a summer day for guests.

The Best Sweet Vermouth For Manhattan Cocktails, According To An Expert

staff@tastingtable.com (Autumn Swiers) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000

When ordering a Manhattan, many of us pay special attention to the whiskey and not enough attention to the vermouth. An expert gives some tips.

This NYC Gourmet Burger Chain Restaurant Stole Hearts And Stomachs Some 30 Years Before Shake Shack

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000

This Manhattan burger staple is home to towering patties and countless topping combinations for every kind of burger lover.