The Diner

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

10 Things You Should Definitely Not to Do in a Bar

Bartenders weigh in on all the ways you're pissing them off.

Perfect Picnic Menu: 50+ Make Ahead Picnic Recipes

What makes the perfect picnic menu? Make ahead picnic recipes, of course! Prepare the perfect picnic with these sandwiches, appetizers, salads, and more!

Fast food worth a stop: America's best regional chains

Some are big and some are tiny, but all are worth trying for their unique spin on road food.

How to Pair Wine With Barbecue

Smoked meat is fantastic; with a glass of Côte-Rôtie, it’s transcendent.

8 Tips for Avoiding a Messy Kitchen When Cooking

How to Reheat Steak So It Doesn't Get Dried Out

We consulted a chef to find out exactly how to reheat a steak correctly so you never end up drying out your leftover steak again.

Hospitality Trends: Take Note From These 6 SoCal Restaurants & Bars

The restaurant industry is very competitive. In order to be successful, it is crucial to find creative and unique ways to brand your business. Learn how six SoCal restaurants & bars have created their own hospitality trends that stand out from the rest.

How millennials are changing restaurant service

Millennials and their digital habits and desire for convenience are driving major changes in the restaurant industry.

Tipping Guidelines For Non-Restaurant Services

Tipping etiquette outside of restaurant can feel like a gray area. These guidelines will help.

How to Expand Your Restaurant Service into Catering

Start small and build your restaurant towards larger events so that your catering customer experiences amazing service and great food, every time.

What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?

Nowadays, it seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?

How to Control Cost of Food & Labor in a Restaurant Service

Costs are part of any business, but you can minimize costs by pricing your food correctly and maximizing staff productivity.

What makes great restaurant service? Tastemakers nominees provide thoughtful touches

When it comes to service, certain stock phrases indicate that a restaurant may be going through the motions or, even worse, indifferent to the satisfaction of their patrons. "Are you ...

Tablet Menus Can Improve Restaurant Service and Even Boost Tips

Instead of handing customers a flat paper menu listing Burgers and Bottles’ many gourmet burgers or 50-plus beers, servers direct their attention to something shinier.

Knives Are Out for No-Show Diners

Some high-end chefs and restaurants are fighting back—from charging people who don't cancel in time to using Twitter and other social media to call out no-shows.

9.5 tips to scientifically enhance your grill game

Burgers: check. Hotdogs: check. Beers: check. Fresca: sure, why not? You’ve got everything ready for your big BBQ. But are YOU ready?

How to Grill Steak

Grilling 101 With Rosie + Steph

Steph’s Grilling Tips: Use Cold/Wet Hands To Form Burger Patties & Keep In The Fridge Until Ready To GrillWant Perfectly Shaped Patties? Use A Plastic Lid As Your GuideDon’t Add Sal…

Weber’s New Grill Tool Is for People Who Don’t Know How to Grill

Don't know when to flip a steak? Weber made a grill accessory for that.