Carbs have long been seen as an enemy of weight loss — but the right ones can actually help shed fat, build muscle and even keep blood sugar steady, according to a dietitian. “If you’re trying to lose body fat and gain muscle at the same time, one of my all-time favorite hacks is to choose carbs … Read more
They’re back, baby. To appease budget-conscious customers, McDonald’s has officially confirmed the return of the beloved Extra Value Meals to US restaurants. Coming Sept. 8, customers will be able to choose from two Extra Value Meal offers — $5 for breakfast and $8 for lunch/dinner for a limited time. Then in November, McDonald’s menus will … Read more
Pumpkin spice wasn’t always so nice. The iconic pumpkin-spiced latte from Starbucks that went on to create a whole pumpkin spice industry almost didn’t make the cut. In 2003, the coffee giant set out to create a fall-inspired drink that featured flavors that were comfortable and warm. The iconic PSL from Starbucks almost didn’t make … Read more
They’re not lovin’ it. The Golden Arches’ chicken offensive may not be as beloved as they hoped. McDonald’s chicken tenders recently ranked as the worst fast food in America, according to a recent study by Restaurant Furniture Plus. “Their tenders clearly need improvement,” said a spokesperson for the furniture retailer, which set out to analyze … Read more
They’re McLovin’ their little nugget. A Michigan mother gave birth in a McDonald’s parking lot — and the baby’s nickname is a nod to the fast-food chain. Alyce Rotunda had her fourth child, a daughter named Matilda, on Aug. 11, and to honor the Golden Arches entrance to the world, they gave her nickname a … Read more
Taco Bell is hitting rewind. The restaurant chain is serving up the early 2000s with its Decades Y2K Menu, which brings back five of its most requested favorites of the era. The new menu features the revival of beloved Taco Bell favorites, including Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos, Caramel Apple Empanada, 7-Layer Burrito, Double-Decker Taco … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday announced the recall of eggs connected to a salmonella outbreak. The recall is linked to at least 92 instances of illnesses but zero reported deaths. Country Eggs, LLC of Lucerne Valley, California, is recalling its large brown cage-free Sunshine Yolks that were sold in 12 counties by the … Read more
New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world — but not for this man. Indian food influencer Aabir Vyas recently proved that with a little strategy, it’s possible to eat three meals and make it through a full day in the city with just $20. His Instagram video documenting the … Read more
Forget Philadelphia: In the far north of Sweden, locals and tourists alike chow down on Arctic cheesesteaks, their hoagie rolls piled high with moose and reindeer meat. At Stejk Street Food in Kiruna, some 200 kilometers (125 miles) north of the Arctic Circle, owners Zebastian Bohman and Cecilia Abrahamsson modeled their specialty after the famous Philly cheesesteak. … Read more
He’s making gravy. Five years ago, PJ Monte started bottling, hand-labeling and selling his family’s red sauce around local restaurants and specialty stores, earning him the moniker “Sauce Boss.” Now, he’s really cooking. Monte’s Fine Foods Family Recipe Tomato Sauce is available in hundreds of retailers nationwide, and Monte is promoting himself by cruising around … Read more
When you try your best but you don’t succeed. On Aug. 12, TikTok user @k_bug68 shared her experience ordering a custom birthday cake from a Giant Eagle supermarket for a co-worker. The request was simply to write “Happy Birthday Steve” on the cake, and the result elicited laughter around the internet. “The kid behind the … Read more
In a recent ranking by Dojo, a business-support platform, of “The Hardest Restaurant Reservations to Get in the World,” the notoriously exclusionary Rao’s was the only Big Apple eatery to make the top ten at No. 2. But most every new restaurant in town might as well be Rao’s. In my twenty-five years on the dining … Read more
Some grocery stores simply have customers — others have fans. Aldi is one of those grocery stores that has gained cult status, so to show its customers the same appreciation, the national grocery chain is awarding its most loyal shoppers a year of free groceries. In this economy — that’s a huge win. ALDI is … Read more
Here’s something to chew over. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions — a large waistline, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar and little “good” cholesterol — that significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. You need three out of five of those risk factors to be … Read more
No need to dip into your wallet for checked luggage for a big travel weekend. This Labor Day weekend, Hidden Valley Ranch plans to help travelers cover the cost of their checked bag fees — if they bring the ranch along for the journey. Due to the 3.4oz liquid limit for carry-on bags, ranch lovers … Read more
The fallout from Cracker Barrel’s logo change and restaurant makeover isn’t over. Shares of the food chain plunged Thursday as customer backlash and investor unease drove the chain’s worst losing streak in months. Shares of Cracker Barrel tumbled more than 12% on Thursday, the steepest drop since April. The stock, down 16.47%, is on pace … Read more
Nowadays, restaurants are making the act of booking a table into an extreme sport, forcing people to either join year-long waitlists or buy reservations from people reselling them for thousands of dollars. So it’s no surprise that the demand for nearly impossible-to-book dining experiences is at an all-time high, according to a new report from … Read more
You want to leave a restaurant with a satisfied belly — not an upset one. One woman revealed on TikTok, thanks to her restaurant owner friend, the specific things no diner should ever order or consume while out to eat if they want to spare themselves from getting a stomachache. In the caption of Julia … Read more
Romaine positive! Colorectal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the US — nearly 53,000 Americans are expected to die of it this year. Experts say you can reduce your risk of developing this “silent killer” disease by exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking and getting screened at age 45 or earlier if you have … Read more
That sip might be doing a number on your bloodwork. Nutritionists are warning that a trendy drink hyped for its health perks could be throwing off your iron levels — raising your risk for anemia and leaving you feeling weak and worn out. But don’t toss your cup just yet. With a few simple changes, … Read more