Tis’ the McSeason. McDonald’s has announced the return of the McRib on Tuesday, Dec. 3, for a limited time only at participating locations — with a unique twist for 2024. The news comes as the fast food giant could certainly use a boost — in the past few weeks, the brand has taken a beating over a … Read more
It left diners sleepless in Seattle. Fob Sushi Bar’s Seattle outlets have temporarily shuttered after fans of food influencer Keith Lee claimed they saw something wriggling during Lee’s video review of the restaurant. “In response to recent food safety concerns, we have decided to close our Fob sushi locations in Seattle and Bellevue until further … Read more
A lot of fancy New York restaurants have opened outposts in Miami. But what happens when a fancy South Beach place takes the plunge in Manhattan? Casa Tua, a Miami Italian-ish joint that has been a magnet for boldfacers in the Sunshine State, leapfrogged to the Upper East Side this month. While the original has … Read more
The maker of Evian spring water, Danone, won the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging its “carbon neutral” claim on bottles, as a US judge reversed his earlier ruling letting the proposed class action proceed. Consumers accused Danone of defrauding them into buying Evian, not knowing that its manufacturing process allowed the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. … Read more
Sure, you can feel the love at a wedding, but can you taste it? With these food trends boiling over, it’s safe to say you’ll have some of the tastiest nuptials around. Caviar dreams Forget champagne — caviar and toast has become the latest must have wedding-day indulgence. Jennifer Rebello, director of catering at Four … Read more
Don’t sleep on this turkey hack. Using a “pillowcase” to cook your Thanksgiving turkey is the key to a perfectly cooked bird. The internet-famous recipe shared by TODAY food contributor and chef Elizabeth Heiskell involves putting a whole turkey in a pillowcase. Pillowcase turkey is made by slathering the bird in butter and then wrapping … Read more
Go on, give it a shot. Ozempic and other game-changing weight loss drugs are popular for a reason — but, nutrition experts say, don’t forget the all-natural, everyday foods that were out there controlling appetites first. Writing for Eat This, Not That!, dietitian Gillean Barkyoumb suggests that the trendy GLP-1 hormone-mimicking jabs designed to keep users … Read more
Price check! The sky-high cost of a supermarket shopping trip continues to be a major issue for Americans, according to new data — despite slowing inflation after 2022’s shocking highs. Recent findings from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that overall food costs for urban consumers have inched up another 2.1% from October 2023 to last … Read more
Another day, another food trend. TikTok has birthed a new, bizarre snack fad that might make your stomach churn. Dried yogurt — which entails removing the liquid out of regular yogurt, resulting in a firmer, more powdery product — has taken over the internet, as well as people’s refrigerators. Dried yogurt is taking over the … Read more
If you ever get the opportunity to dine with the viral Pasta Queen Nadia Caterina Munno, don’t even think about ordering a cocktail with your meal. “Wine goes with dinner,” she proclaimed during a visit to Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in Midtown. “Cocktails are always for aperitivo beforehand, and then to sip if you go out … Read more
KFC has sued Church’s Texas Chicken in federal court, accusing the rival fast-food chain of violating its trademark rights in the phrase “Original Recipe.” KFC told the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, opening a new tab on Friday that its competitor’s use of the phrase in ads for its fried chicken is likely … Read more
It was a not-so-sweet confession. Lindt, a gourmet chocolate brand, unveiled that its delectable goodies are not “expertly crafted with the finest ingredients,” as the packaging suggests. The Swiss company confessed in an attempt to get a lawsuit against them dismissed, but it backfired when the Eastern District of New York court denied their effort. … Read more
Pickles are kind of a big dill. November 14 is National Pickle Day, and one pickle brand is making sure the beloved briny snack is integrated into every nook and cranny of our lives. In honor of the foodie holiday, Grillo’s Pickles has teamed up with Boka to launch a limited-edition Cucumber Dill Pickle flavored … Read more
Okay, who ordered the scallops with boiled eggs? Ordering from Uber Eats is a convenient way to satisfy your innermost culinary desires — without spilling the beans in a restaurant or at a take-out counter. No one has to know what weird food combos you are chowing down on, in the privacy of your own … Read more
People are still gobbling on about this one. With Thanksgiving on the horizon, the annual debate over white and dark turkey meat is once again heating up. According to a 2023 YouGov poll, white meat reigns supreme as the American favorite — getting 43% percent of the vote compared to the 22% who support dark meat. … Read more
This comeback is sweet as pie. Celebrating the treat’s 25th anniversary, the fast food chain will return its holiday pies for a limited time beginning November 15, in select cities including Seattle, Los Angeles, St. Louis, New York City, Cleveland, Memphis and Dallas. The festive confection includes a creamy, smooth custard baked into a flaky, … Read more
Applebee’s is making sure their customers are eatin’ good. The restaurant chain has officially placed its hat in the ring for both the chicken sandwich and meal deal wars. In celebration of the rollout of their new Big Cluckin’ hand-breaded chicken sandwich, Applebee’s has unveiled a $10 value meal. In celebration of the rollout of … Read more
If sugar is always your jam, your DNA may be to blame. An international team of researchers says that a genetic variation in our ability to digest certain sugars may influence how much we like sweet foods — and how much we consume. The scientists are pointing the finger at the sucrase-isomaltase (SI) gene, which … Read more
It’s a story that’s hard to Brie-lieve. The hottest item on the black market is often yellow or white as thieves target bulk supplies of artisan cheese rather than casing, say, jewelry stores. Recently, a 63-year-old man was arrested in England for shredding London cheesemonger Neal’s Yard Dairy out of $389,000 worth — an estimated … Read more
Are you brave enough to try this dish? Maybe when pigs fry. New York City epicures are devouring a “special” Ecuadorian delicacy, guinea pigs — better known stateside as a potential pet for kids — and hailing them as a “very delicious” feast. At least that is the experience at the restaurant La Casa Del … Read more