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March 18

Restaurant owner could 'go broke' under blue state's proposed to-go packaging ban, he warns

Connecticut lawmakers consider banning polystyrene takeout packaging by 2028, joining California and New York in restricting Styrofoam containers.

March 17

Is the 'Irish goodbye' rude? Experts say most people get it wrong

The "Irish goodbye" isn't uniquely Irish, and it has global variations. Experts agree, though, that there's a right way to slip out of parties without being rude.

March 16

Steak 'n Shake's beef tallow tater tots spark fiery online debate, both pro and con

Bringing back 1950s-style cooking, Steak 'n Shake launches beef tallow tater tots. The chain continues its traditional frying push after switching its fries last year.

March 15

Restaurants revive retro pricing for anniversaries — but does the trend make 'cents'?

Restaurants nationwide celebrate anniversaries with throwback pricing promotions, offering everything from $1.65 fries to $3.50 pizzas for limited times.

March 13

Top butchers reveal the 3 fast-food cheeseburgers that actually use real, quality beef

Award-winning butchers reveal their surprising top picks for the best fast-food cheeseburgers in America — and the winners might shock fans of popular giants.

March 12

Former NFL star sparks viral debate over tipping practices at self-service restaurants

Former NFL star J.J. Watt's viral post about self-service tipping sparks debate as Americans call tipping culture 'out of control' amid confusing prompts.

March 12

Cruise line jacks up mandatory gratuities for travelers as 9 in 10 Americans blast tipping

Starting March 8, Princess Cruises has raised its daily crew tips by $1 and increased its food service charges to 20%, citing rising operational costs and expenses.

March 10

Americans are fed up with tipping culture as nearly 9 in 10 say it's completely 'out of control'

A survey found that 83% of Americans want automatic service charges banned as tipping culture spirals out of control across restaurants, coffee shops and beyond.

March 8

Hundreds of tubs of unwanted French Onion dip sent to Philadelphia small business

Mac Mart reported being overwhelmed after it mysteriously received 600 tubs of Heluva Good! French onion dip. (Credit: WTXF)

March 7

Etiquette expert reveals 5 common coffee shop habits that customers need to stop

Coffee shops aren't your living room, says one etiquette expert. Discover the unwritten rules about ordering, lingering and respecting shared public spaces.