Food and Drinks

McDonald’s website allegedly crashes after McNugget Caviar kits sell out in minutes — then show up on eBay for $400

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McDonald’s website allegedly crashes after McNugget Caviar kits sell out in minutes — then show up on eBay for 0

McD’s customers are really happy to have this meal. McDonald’s launched a special Valentine’s Day pairing today, offering their first-ever McNugget Caviar kits. But excited fans were left fuming when the kits, featuring crispy Chicken McNuggets and premium Baerii Sturgeon caviar, sold out within minutes — with some complaining that the website crashed. The McDonald’s … Read more

Exclusive | The rise of the (dinner) partygoers! Forget nightclubs — New Yorkers are forking out big bucks to eat in with strangers

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Exclusive | The rise of the (dinner) partygoers! Forget nightclubs — New Yorkers are forking out big bucks to eat in with strangers

They’re drained by the loneliness epidemic, turned off by insanely high restaurant prices — and extremely over the Big Apple’s messy dating scene. Meet the growing group of in-the-know New Yorkers cleverly saying “check, please!” to the status quo — instead finding sustenance and community at intimate, underground dinner parties. From cozy Upper East Side … Read more

America’s best restaurant winner stokes outrage with automatic 20% charge because of country’s racist past

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America’s best restaurant winner stokes outrage with automatic 20% charge because of country’s racist past

America’s top-rated restaurant in California was flooded with one-star reviews over its woke message at the bottom of its receipts — calling for an automatic 20% service fee to combat what it called the country’s racist “ugly past” of tipping. A now-deleted Reddit post went viral for pointing out the message that’s tacked onto the … Read more

Texas chain beats out top food giants such as Costco and Trader Joe’s as America’s top grocery store

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Texas chain beats out top food giants such as Costco and Trader Joe’s as America’s top grocery store

A Texas-based chain has once again been named America’s top grocery store, beating out major competitors, including Amazon, Costco and Trader Joe’s. San Antonio-based H-E-B was ranked the No. 1 grocery retailer in the US for the fifth time in nine years, according to Dunnhumby’s latest annual ranking of grocery stores. The family-owned company, which … Read more

Long Island kids cook up best mac and cheese in state with recipe that’s not like mom used to make

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Long Island kids cook up best mac and cheese in state with recipe that’s not like mom used to make

It’s NOT just like mom used to make. A crew of Long Island eighth grade boys beat out 260 entries to earn the title of best mac’n’cheese recipe in the state — with ingredients like sweet corn, Muenster cheese and garlic toast breadcrumbs. Eleven Southampton Intermediate School kids in the last-period cooking club also used … Read more

There’s a new McDonald’s burger on the way to the US after its big debut in Europe

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There’s a new McDonald’s burger on the way to the US after its big debut in Europe

This is big news for McD’s devotees. McDonald’s is reportedly going big in 2026 with some bold updates to their offerings, including the possibility of a new flagship sandwich. The new Big Arch burger, a beefy, cheesy, saucy double-stack featuring onions two-ways, has already proven popular overseas — and soon likely to do the same … Read more

You’ve probably ignored this superfood your entire life — how to eat it so you don’t get sick

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You’ve probably ignored this superfood your entire life — how to eat it so you don’t get sick

It’s shooting its shot at stardom. Adding power-packed foods to your daily diet can seriously boost your health, from promoting a balanced gut to providing disease-fighting antioxidants. While no single food can provide all the health and nutritional benefits we need, items like fermented foods, blueberries, avocados and nuts have long been powerhouse staples of … Read more

Doctor reveals why there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet: ‘Biology tells the truth’

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Doctor reveals why there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet: ‘Biology tells the truth’

Nearly half of Americans try to lose weight each year, and roughly 17% (about 43 million adults) follow a special diet like keto, vegan or Mediterranean, data shows. With so many different diet plans and conflicting advice, it may be difficult to determine the right way to eat. Mark Hyman, M.D., says there isn’t any single plan … Read more

Here’s how bad inflation is now — New Yorkers are rawdogging $4 baked potatoes at their Midtown desks and calling it lunch

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Here’s how bad inflation is now — New Yorkers are rawdogging baked potatoes at their Midtown desks and calling it lunch

Potatoes — they’re so hot right now. As Midtown NYC lunch prices climb ever higher, office workers are taking a bite out of inflation in an unexpectedly tasty way. At markets, delis and street carts, price-conscious corporate drones are dropping a few dollars each for plain, roasted sweet spuds — a rudimentary, rustic-looking nosh that a growing … Read more

Babybel cheese is changing its iconic red packaging

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Babybel cheese is changing its iconic red packaging

A major change is coming to a lunch box treat that’s adored by children around the world. Babybel, a French brand of small, round and individually wrapped snack cheeses such as edam, cheddar and gouda, has revealed it will be changing its iconic red packaging. The Bel Group, which owns the brand, announced a transition … Read more

Bartenders indulge in these favorite drinks at the end of the night: ‘One of my go-to shots’

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Bartenders indulge in these favorite drinks at the end of the night: ‘One of my go-to shots’

Bartenders spend their shifts crafting drinks to suit their customers’ many tastes — but their own preferences often look quite different once the bar closes. After hours of mixing cocktails, some bartenders reach for something familiar and comforting, rather than what patrons might expect.  Sometimes it’s a popular staple; other times, it’s a lesser-known pour reserved for … Read more

More than 38,000 gallons of bottled water recalled from ‘foreign substance’

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More than 38,000 gallons of bottled water recalled from ‘foreign substance’

Tens of thousands of gallons of water bottles distributed to several states are being recalled after officials discovered a floating black foreign substance in the product. The recall involved 38,043 gallons of its Meijer Steam Distilled Water, which were sold in 128 fluid-ounce (1 gallon) plastic jugs with red plastic lids and distributed across Illinois, … Read more

The supplements you shouldn’t take with coffee — you’re flushing them down the toilet

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The supplements you shouldn’t take with coffee — you’re flushing them down the toilet

It could be your best shot at a productive day. Coffee offers a bevy of health perks, from boosting brain function and reducing inflammation to improving heart health and supporting metabolism. Unfortunately, your morning brew can also affect how your body absorbs certain supplements, possibly making them less effective and triggering irritating side effects. You … Read more

McGut Health Meal? McDonald’s CEO makes surprising prediction for 2026 — and doc says it’s a winner

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McGut Health Meal? McDonald’s CEO makes surprising prediction for 2026 — and doc says it’s a winner

One thing’s for sure: If the McDonald’s CEO’s predictions pan out in the year ahead, your gut may finally be lovin’ it. Golden Arches boss Chris Kempczinski revealed the food trends he expects to dominate in 2026, and given his recent track record, it’s worth paying attention. “I think I went three for three,” Kempczinski … Read more

It’s National Bagel Day — here’s all the deals and freebies rounded up for 2026

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It’s National Bagel Day — here’s all the deals and freebies rounded up for 2026

If you love bagels a whole lox, this is the holiday for you. Today, Jan. 15, is National Bagel Day, and bagel shops nationwide are rolling out deals and freebies for customers to celebrate. Here’s everything you knead to know about what you can get for the foodie holiday. Bagel Boss Bagel Boss is offering … Read more

Chocolate bars pulled from shelves nationwide over salmonella concerns

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Chocolate bars pulled from shelves nationwide over salmonella concerns

Chocolate bars sold across the U.S. are being recalled over fears they may be contaminated with salmonella. Spring & Mulberry, a Raleigh, North Carolina–based company, is pulling certain Mint Leaf Date-Sweetened Chocolate Bars from shelves after routine testing raised safety concerns, according to a Monday announcement from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall involves lot No. 025255 … Read more

Viral NYC bakery is ‘redefining’ donuts by adding anchovies — and it’s disgusting

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Viral NYC bakery is ‘redefining’ donuts by adding anchovies — and it’s disgusting

Meet the worst Times Square interloper since the Elmos invasion — the “limited edition” anchovy-cheese donut at weirdly punctuated I’m donut ? The Japanese bakery chain, which set up its first US store at 154 W. 45th St. last spring, will stop at nothing to get attention from TikTok influencers.  The anchovy donut at I’m donut … Read more

Here’s why experts say eating leftover pasta may be better than consuming a fresh batch

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Here’s why experts say eating leftover pasta may be better than consuming a fresh batch

A viral social media hack claims that yesterday’s pasta may be easier on your blood sugar than a fresh bowl — and experts say there’s some science behind it. The trick is similar to claims that freezing and toasting bread can help curb blood sugar spikes, with both ideas suggesting that heating and cooling starchy foods can slow digestion. … Read more

Exclusive | I eat up to 100 live bugs a day — I love being the ‘master of their destiny’ and how they ‘massage’ my tongue

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Exclusive | I eat up to 100 live bugs a day — I love being the ‘master of their destiny’ and how they ‘massage’ my tongue

Imagine a low-calorie, protein-packed noodle that evokes the butteriness of French cheeses. The good news is that you don’t need to book a table at a buzzy new bistro to try it. This earthy delicacy is served in a brown paper bag — and it doesn’t really put up a fight. “Mealworms [are] a contender … Read more

6 super simple ways to have a younger brain into your 60s — and beyond

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6 super simple ways to have a younger brain into your 60s — and beyond

Think ahead! It’s important to treat your brain like a retirement fund — the earlier you invest, the better it pays off. Building brain health with movement and mental curiosity helps keep your mind’s wiring strong and resilient over time. Dr. Bruce Mayerson, co-chair of neurosciences at Catholic Health and the chief of neurology at … Read more