The best burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, and more are constricted to corners of the US, but we argue that these famous chains should go nationwide.

While we often associate deep-fried food with modern fast food—like fried chicken and french fries—this method of cooking has ancient roots. It was originally used as a way to preserve food or give it ...

Mark E. Potts is the senior editor for video at the Los Angeles Times. A native of Enid, Okla., Potts graduated from the ...