American Cuisine - Page 2

From fondue to casseroles: Classic 1960s foods that defined a generation

August 22, 2026

From fondue to casseroles: Classic 1960s foods that defined a generation

From fondue at the 1964 World's Fair to Julia Child's "The French Chef," these midcentury dishes defined American home cooking in the 1960s and '70s.

Chicken wing prices are down — here's why your favorite restaurant may not cut prices

July 29, 2026

Chicken wing prices are down — here's why your favorite restaurant may not cut prices

Wholesale chicken wing prices plunged 66% from pandemic-era highs, and restaurants are passing savings to customers with specials ahead of football season.

American restaurant chain celebrates nation's 250th with 'amazing' hot dog tower

July 3, 2026

American restaurant chain celebrates nation's 250th with 'amazing' hot dog tower

Americans eat 150 million hot dogs every Fourth of July. Dave & Buster's celebrates America's 250th birthday with a barbecue buffet and a hot dog-eating contest.

KFC plans to test a new prototype called Open House

June 27, 2026

KFC plans to test a new prototype called Open House

KFC unveiled a brand overhaul with modernized restaurant designs, expanded boneless menu items, 20-plus new sauces and a prototype eatery called Open House.

McDonald's revives decades-old favorite for America 250 after years of customer requests

June 21, 2026

McDonald's revives decades-old favorite for America 250 after years of customer requests

McDonald's fried apple pie returns to restaurants nationwide on June 23 for a limited time, bringing back the nostalgic dessert dropped in 1992.

America's favorite fast-food chain named: McDonald's wins hearts but not best burger, survey says

June 20, 2026

America's favorite fast-food chain named: McDonald's wins hearts but not best burger, survey says

A new YouGov survey ranks America's top fast-food brands, with McDonald's leading consideration and Chick-fil-A earning top marks for quality chicken.

TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple

June 18, 2026

TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple

The TSA cautions international World Cup fans not to pack ranch dressing in their carry-on bags, citing the 3.4-ounce liquid rule as fans try to fly home with the condiment.

Restaurants are selling gourmet burgers so popular they have to cap orders

June 18, 2026

Restaurants are selling gourmet burgers so popular they have to cap orders

Luxury restaurants in L.A., Boston and New York are selling limited-quantity burgers with premium ingredients like wagyu, foie gras and house-ground meat.

Fast-food giant dethroned as customer study crowns America's new favorite restaurant chain

June 16, 2026

Fast-food giant dethroned as customer study crowns America's new favorite restaurant chain

Jersey Mike's overtakes Chick-fil-A to claim the top spot in the 2026 American Customer Satisfaction Index, the first new quick-service restaurant leader in a decade.

From Yellowstone to Yosemite, new cookbook reveals recipes inspired by America's most iconic parks

June 14, 2026

From Yellowstone to Yosemite, new cookbook reveals recipes inspired by America's most iconic parks

Just in time for America 250, the new "National Parks Cookbook" features 100 recipes inspired by all 63 national parks, connecting regional flavors and culinary traditions.