Chili’s is axing some popular items from its kids and dessert menus while also rolling out a new offering aimed at keeping customers satisfied. In late September, customers in the Reddit community r/Chilis expressed concern after a user leaked a photo that appeared to reveal the casual dining chain’s new menu. Notable removals include the Kids Pepperoni … Read more
A Beverly Hills hotspot popular with stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Harrison Ford and Kendall Jenner is coming to Manhattan’s chic Soho neighborhood next month, Side Dish has learned. Restaurateur Michael Della Femina’s Croft Alley – which serves “inspired comfort food” – is slated to open at 210 Sixth Ave. at the corner of Prince Street. … Read more
They’re raising the “bar” on in-flight drink service. No longer does Air Canada’s cattle class have to pay a premium for some high-altitude hooch. The carrier has announced that it is offering coach passengers complimentary beer, wine and snacks on all of its flights moving forward. The initiative was initially rolled out on economy flights … Read more
He 86’ed cancer — and is now serving up hope on Long Island. A chef who miraculously survived lethal male breast cancer is using his “second chance” to organize a fundraising raffle he calls “All Boobs Matter,” which he hopes will help others battle the dread illness. Michael Landesberg, co-owner of Jackson Hall in East … Read more
Essential by Christophe began serving dinner on Sunday night a few weeks ago, making it the only restaurant in its high-priced class open seven nights a week. Demand for seats left chef/owner Christophe Bellanca no other choice. It’s not only the best restaurant on the Upper West Side — a neighborhood not known as a culinary … Read more
The Trader Joe’s viral mini tote bags are back from the commercial crypt. A spooks-person for the grocery chain officially confirmed to Today that the beloved canvas bags are being resurrected for fall — specifically for Halloween. Shoppers can get their monkey paws on the mini totes starting Oct. 8. Trader Joe’s mini canvas tote bags … Read more
Move over Dunkin’ — America runs on Taco Bell. Or at least a certain subset of iron-gutted ultra-runners does. On Saturday, Oct. 5, about 1,200 registrants are expected to toe the line at the eighth annual International Taco Bell 50K Ultramarathon, a queasy urban adventure that challenges the quads and the colon in equal measure. … Read more
Joe, no! Coffee-crazed New Yorkers were left with a case of the java jitters this week after bean juice giant Starbucks suddenly shuttered dozens of local stores — as part of a controversial $1 billion restructuring plan. A whopping 54 Gotham shops out of a total of just under 200 will be wiped off the retail map, … Read more
It’s like plain (cheese pizza) on your wedding day. A starved wedding guest was ripped by the bride after ordering pizza to a wedding reception in the UK — but viewers are divided over her controversial move. The ludicrous story came to light via a video by a TikToker named Lisa, who frequently shares stories … Read more
Capri Stampone is in a meat-cute romance. At just 6 months old, before cutting her first tooth, the infant fell in love with beef, chicken and fish — turning her tiny back on the usual jars full of mush that most babies consume, according to mom Angelena Minniti-Stampone. “She literally snatches the meat out of my mouth,” … Read more
It’s a brew-tiful day to get some coffee. Monday, Sept. 29, is National Coffee Day, and there are a latte deals and freebies that are sure to perk up the caffeinated. Here are the offers stirring up the foodie holiday. Dunkin’ On Monday, Sept. 29, Dunkin’ Rewards members can enjoy a free medium hot or … Read more
They say everything is bigger at Costco. If you listen closely, you can hear “Jingle Bells” playing faintly in the background somewhere because the holiday season is right around the corner. With that being said, Costco, everyone’s favorite warehouse store, is getting into the holiday spirit early by releasing a massive $189 5-foot-tall Advent calendar … Read more
QUESTION: Is it true drinking wine before bedtime is like giving red cordial to a child? I swear, whenever I’ve been drinking wine lately I’ve had the worst night’s sleep. The girls at the gym swear blindly it’s the sugar in the wine that makes me unable to go back to sleep when I wake up … Read more
It’s the best main course on the golf course. VIP attendees of this year’s Ryder Cup are shelling out big bucks to get a taste of Long Island they won’t soon forget. Steps behind Bethpage Black’s famed 18th green, the golf course converted its iconic clubhouse and conjoined the Heritage Club event space to exclusively … Read more
Bone appétit! NYC’s dining scene is going to the dogs — with the hottest new menu in town available to four-legged eaters only. Amid the rising trend of pet-friendly restaurants, Brooklyn seafood hotspot Sea Wolf is adding a bowwow-worthy new “Al La Bark” offering to the dinner lineup beginning Sept. 27 — and it’s packed with classy … Read more
The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service on Thursday issued a public health alert over precooked linguine and meatballs sold at Walmart that may be contaminated with listeria. The product is a 2-ounce clear plastic tray package labeled “Marketside linguine with beef meatballs and marinara sauce” with “best if used by” dates … Read more
A Korean restaurant in Manhattan has claimed the ultimate culinary crown. Atomix, a critically acclaimed fine-dining spot in the NoMad neighborhood offering a $395 12-course tasting menu, was named No. 1 on the inaugural North America’s 50 Best Restaurants list, in a splashy Las Vegas ceremony earlier this week. Twelve other New York spots also … Read more
Booze no more. Squeezing “alcohol free” and “festival” into the same sentence could be a head-scratcher, but the Big Apple is set to host its first-ever booze-free bonanza in Chelsea this Saturday. Living life without alcohol or simply practicing moderation is more than just a lifestyle; it’s a movement that has exploded across the city. … Read more
Eating ramen three or more times a week increases the risk of an early death, a new study from Japan has found. The noodle soup, which contains wheat noodles in a salty, pork-based broth, that is served with slices of meat, seaweed and vegetables, is a staple dish in the Asian country and is beloved … Read more
A fan-favorite Diet Coke flavor is back in the lime-light. The rumors are true — Diet Coke is bringing back one of its most beloved flavors, Retro Diet Coke Lime, this fall. Diet Coke Lime, known for its crisp, zesty lime twist, will hit shelves nationwide Oct. 6, both in cans and 20-ounce bottles, for … Read more