Kroger shoppers should double-check their checks. A consumer advocacy group — the Center for Responsible Food Business (CRFB) — found that one-third of the 101 Ohio Kroger stores had been overcharging shoppers at checkout. Government inspectors documented 644 incorrect prices in 389 inspections of Kroger stores across nine Ohio territories from 2022 through mid-2026. The … Read more
Down with the crown. Carl’s Jr. is igniting a beef with Burger King by offering free food to customers who trash the Whopper slinger’s iconic crown. “Easiest free burger of your life,” the petty patty purveyor declared in a viral Instagram post. “Because you deserve better, king.” Carl’s Jr. is offering a complimentary Angus Maximus … Read more
Some of LA’s most devoted cookie fans are pulling into a gas station to get their fix. Inside is Zooies, a cookie shop with dozens of flavors and a loyal following built by founder Arezou Appel, who still develops every recipe herself. “We are in a gas station,” Appel said. Sign up for the California … Read more
San Franciscans have been eagerly awaiting the expansion of a wildly popular bakery — but the owner announced Wednesday that those plans have been crushed by the city’s bizarre permitting rules. Sophie Smith, who owns Butter & Crumble, said on social media she was “so disappointed” to share the news that her dream of opening … Read more
Americans are seeing less beef produced domestically as cattle numbers decline, adding pressure to a market already facing high prices. US commercial beef production totaled about 14.4 billion pounds from January through July 2026, down from roughly 15.2 billion pounds during the same period last year, according to US Department of Agriculture (USDA) data. The … Read more
Forget buying a lottery ticket — just grab a pack of Goldfish crackers. Sellers on eBay are listing fused Goldfish “clusters” for thousands of dollars, with the holy grail — an “ultra rare” six-cracker clump — asking for a whopping $25,000. “$25k for something I used to accidentally vacuum off the floor of my minivan,” … Read more
Let them drink coffee. Today, Thursday, September 24, Dunkin’ Donuts is giving away 1 million free coffees to its loyal customers. Through this limited-time promotion, the iconic donut distributor will give away free hot or iced coffee to the first 1 million customers who claim the offer. Dunkin’ is dishing out 1 million free coffees … Read more
McDonald’s rivals are not lovin’ the competition. McDonald’s is going all in on GLP-1 users, and taking down the competition along the way. On Wednesday’s Investor Day meeting — where companies present long-term strategy — the Golden Arches revealed it would start experimenting with new, more protein-packed menu items. Sky Anderson, the president of McDonald’s … Read more
Not all bread is baked equally. The popular carb source is a staple in many Americans’ diets. From toast in the morning to sandwiches for lunch, to baguettes at restaurant dinner tables, bread is virtually everywhere. However, some loaves are more nutritious than others. If you’re looking to maintain a healthy diet that includes bread, … Read more
On a Sunday afternoon in the San Fernando Valley, shattered patrons and employees came together for a going away party of a beloved institution. MacLeod Ale Brewing Co., a cult-favorite Van Nuys brewery — known for its old-school British cask ales and house made pizzas, and neighborhood vibe — announced it’s shutting down on September … Read more
Oh, ale no. Costco fans brace yourselves — a longtime favorite is about to disappear from shelves. The Seattle-area based superstore has stopped producing its two Kirkland Signature brand beers — with stock is expected to completely fizzle out within a matter of weeks, VinePair reported. Sign up for the California Morning Report newsletter The biggest news, … Read more
McDonald’s shares dropped by more than 5% during its investor day presentation after CEO Chris Kempczinski said the company’s growth will be flat while inflation continues to accelerate. The burger giant on Wednesday outlined key details of a multi-year $8.5 billion investment to revamp its restaurants, make its menu tastier and upgrade technology, including an … Read more
Call it mad cow. After over 100 years, the iconic cheese brand known for its guffaw has officially wiped the smile off its face. The century-old company, Laughing Cow, has just announced a huge packaging change to replace its main character’s smile. Shoppers in the cheese aisle will spot an abrupt mood shift as the … Read more
Move over Costco, Krispy Kreme is coming for your churro groupies. Krispy Kreme is taking on fall with a brand new debut — Churro Doughnut Dots. The new, poppable treat is made with its signature light and airy dough and tossed in a cinnamon and sugar coating. Each order of Churro Dots comes with eight … Read more
The hot honey craze has officially reached one of America’s most recognizable — and polarizing — canned meats. Hormel Foods this week unveiled SPAM Hot Honey, the first permanent addition to the brand’s lineup in two years. “The launch taps into one of today’s fastest-growing flavor trends,” the company told Fox News Digital, saying the sweet-and-spicy combination … Read more
Carnegie Deli’s back after a 10-year absence — and not a New York Minute too soon. Historic West Midtown without pastrami on rye was like a ballpark without hot dogs. Starbucks and contemporary eateries like Locanda Verde and high-end chocolate shop Laderach have none of Carnegie Deli’s pickle-barrel aura. I didn’t much care when … Read more
A New Jersey man ate nothing but certain foods from a fast-casual chain for 25 days — an experiment that left him nine pounds lighter and craving a slice of pizza. Tim Donahue, a 27-year-old Hoboken resident who works in advertising in New York City, documented his challenge as a modern-day spin on Morgan Spurlock’s 2004 documentary … Read more
When the Wall Street elite needed a place to regroup after the devastation of 9/11, they didn’t head to a private hotel suite or some nondescript office building. Instead, many gathered at a restaurant owned by a family of Italian immigrants. San Pietro is a cozy, elegant eatery on East 54th Street just off Madison … Read more
This isn’t Rocky Road — but it’s definitely a rocky pint. A popular nationwide frozen dessert has been hit with an active recall over potential foreign matter contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall impacts So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints with best-by dates on … Read more
Downtown line culture has officially invaded the Upper East Side — where suddenly everyone is losing their minds over frozen yogurt. On Lexington Avenue, the partition ropes are out, the branded cones are in place, and hungry daytrippers are lining the block while bewildered, curious residents brush past a snaking line forming near their multimillion-dollar … Read more