Amy McCarthy is a reporter at Eater.com. She covers dining, pop culture, policy and labor, and as many weird online trends as possible. Before joining Eater.com, she worked as the editor of Eater Dallas and Eater Houston for six years. Her writing on culture, music, and politics has appeared in Vice, Vox, Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Texas Monthly, and more outlets.
How Fast-Food Apps Took Over the Drive-Thru
Every major fast-food chain, it seems, now has its own app promising deals, discounts, and a better diner experience overall. But what’s the cost of convenience?
What Makes a Restaurant Sexy?
Lighting, color, and just the right music can give a restaurant a certain — shall we say — je ne sais quoi