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Buckeye Burger Battles continues: 614feast names his best burgers in Northwest Columbus

Buckeye Burger Battles continues: 614feast names his best burgers in Northwest Columbus

Chef Avishar may have beaten Bobby Flay with his lamb kati roll, but the Joya’s Double Deluxe burger is also a star here.


The Best Food Events and Pop-Ups to Check Out This Week in Los Angeles: September 20

The Best Food Events and Pop-Ups to Check Out This Week in Los Angeles: September 20

Walking Spanish, a modern Central American pop-up has begun a Sunday and Monday residency at Las Perlas in West Hollywood.


614 feast’s Columbus Burger Battle: Central Edition

614 feast’s Columbus Burger Battle: Central Edition

Located inside Jackie O’s on Fourth, this spot offers great vibes, beer, and the Juicy Jackie—a mushroom-blended beef burger with American cheese, griddled and crispy onions, good sauce, Duke’s mayo, dill pickles, all served on a telera roll.


The Best Vietnamese Restaurants to Try in Los Angeles

The Best Vietnamese Restaurants to Try in Los Angeles

Longtime fans and newcomers alike are treated to a slate of whimsical cocktails, including the Hot and Humid, a potent mix of mezcal, yuzu sake, lime, tamarind, and ginger, before feasting on shareable platters of Vietnamese dishes that balance tradition with innovation.


NYC’s first Rainforest Cafe to open at the Empire State Building — but there’s a catch

NYC’s first Rainforest Cafe to open at the Empire State Building — but there’s a catch

While living in a Twin Cities suburb, Schussler, who started out slinging hot chocolate at Shea Stadium, tested his concept by building a $400,000 mock rainforest in his own home — equipped with a real waterfall, 40 actual tropical birds, two heavy tortoises, iguanas, and a baboon that had free reign in the house, according to The Hustle.


I’m a dietitian — here are 3 ‘bad’ foods I really want you to eat

I’m a dietitian — here are 3 ‘bad’ foods I really want you to eat

And finally, Sharp praised full-fat fermented dairy products like yogurt for having conjugated linoleic acid, which may improve insulin sensitivity and decrease body fat; butyrate, which is good for gut health; and gangliosides, which are crucial for brain development.


Beer glasses are too big, scientists say — here’s why they want to shrink down the traditional pint

Beer glasses are too big, scientists say — here’s why they want to shrink down the traditional pint

This is in keeping with the emerging literature showing that smaller serving sizes help us drink less and presents a novel way of reducing alcohol consumption and improving population health,” the authors wrote.


4 Restaurants to Try This Weekend in Los Angeles: September 20

4 Restaurants to Try This Weekend in Los Angeles: September 20

Tucked between a home goods store and Tex-Mex spot HomeState, the Thai restaurant’s sidewalk seating is perfectly secluded, shaded all day, and emanates charm.


I’m a dietitian — these 6 foods are better frozen than fresh

I’m a dietitian — these 6 foods are better frozen than fresh

“When it comes to frozen foods, several nutrients are of major concern for heart health: salt, sugar and unhealthy fats,” registered dietitian Angela L. Lago told Fox News in 2022.


Logan Paul, MrBeast launch Lunchables competitor they claim is ‘healthier’

Logan Paul, MrBeast launch Lunchables competitor they claim is ‘healthier’

Popular YouTube personalities Logan Paul, MrBeast and KSI have launched what they claim to be a “healthier” kids’ and adults’ lunch brand meant to outdo “mid” competitors like Kraft Heinz’s iconic Lunchables.


Exclusive | Famed NYC French bistro La Ripaille bids adieu after more than four decades: ‘Time to pass the torch’

Other divine menu options include traditional cassoulet, escargots Laurent’s way — out of the shell with basil, cream, tomato and butter — along with wild mushroom flambee in cognac under a pastry puff, ravioli de homard, branzino with ginger, and, of course, the filet mignon au poivre et frites.


The 19 Best Offal Dishes to Try in Los Angeles

The 19 Best Offal Dishes to Try in Los Angeles

Constructed on a loaf of house-baked bread that’s warmed to order, the sandwich is deftly smeared with scratch-made pork pate and loaded with a trio of cold cuts, including plenty of cartilage-heavy head cheese.