McDonalds teams up with iconic cartoon for Happy Meal collab

It’s a monster mash-up. A brand-new Happy Meal is crashing into McDonald’s with a few unexpected characters. The fast-food behemoth just rolled out its “Hello Kitty and Friends x Godzilla” collab on menus today. Each limited-time meal comes with one of eight toys in a brand new blending of Sanrio’s Hello Kitty characters and the … Read more

Popular frozen fruit bars on recall over glass contamination fears — find out which varieties were affected

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream has issued a voluntary recall of several flavors of its Outshine Fruit Bars on Saturday after discovering they could contain glass. According to a press release, five varieties of the 6ct 2.5-ounce paddle bars were affected: Outshine Strawberry, Watermelon, Grape, Tangerine and Black Cherry. Outshine Fruit Bars’ strawberry flavor was one of … Read more

Krispy Kreme celebrates 30 years of Pokémon with 6 colorful creations — catch ‘em all for a limited time

Gotta eat ‘em all. Pokémon and Krispy Kreme have just rolled out a handful of specialty doughnuts to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon. Trainers and eaters alike can collect all of the delicious and most iconic characters starting today. Only available for a limited time, the entire collection features six colorful doughnuts with unique flavors … Read more

Granola for breastfeeding moms sold in California recalled over deadly contamination fears

Your breakfast could be deadly. Granola from the company Hampton Grocer, has been recalled over a possible salmonella contamination. The health-conscious brand issued a recall on its eight-ounce bags of Lacnola Lactation Granola — a product geared towards supporting “healthy lactation” and providing “key minerals for postpartum health.”  According to the FDA report, the granola … Read more

Waitress provokes fed-up customers after claiming that ‘gratuity’ isn’t a tip — and why they should give even more

Here’s a tip that no one asked for. A self-identified waitress recently took to social media with a simple message for patrons: gratuity is not a tip. “Gratuity is gratuity, and a tip is a tip,” the woman said in a TikTok video that’s made the rounds on social media, reigniting the heated discussion surrounding … Read more

Chipotle to give away $1 million in free food starting this week

Let’s play Meal of Fortune. Chipotle lovers can put their knowledge of the Tex-Mex chain to the test for a chance to win free food. From August 18-20, the burrito monger is doling out over $1 million dollars worth of edible goodies to Rewards members in the US and Canada who excel at the Chipotle … Read more

Walmart recalls tomato soup kits sold in 29 states over possible Listeria contamination

Soup’s off. A popular soup sold at Walmart stores is being recalled amid fears of Listeria contamination. According to a Food and Drug Administration announcement, Kettle Cuisine LLC of Savage, MD is voluntarily recalling more than 3,000 Marketside 14oz Tomato Bisque Soup Kits. The affected products, which are packaged in a wrapped tray, have the … Read more

Sam’s Club meal kit feeds a family for under $16 as shoppers seek affordable dinners

As families look for ways to keep dinner costs down, warehouse clubs are competing for shoppers with prepared meals that offer an alternative to cooking from scratch or spending money on takeout. Among the prepared meal options is Sam’s Club’s Member’s Mark Chicken Shawarma Kit, a 37-ounce meal listed for just under $16 on the retailer’s website. … Read more

Gen Z’s $3 hack to beat the soaring cost of going out in NYC — tiny canned cocktails that pack a fierce punch

They’re known for being sober-curious — but a bite-sized new booze trend reveals that Gen Z hasn’t quite fully broken up with alcohol just yet. As the cost of going out on the town climbs ever higher, Zoomers who love the nightlife have found a new way to pregame affordably — they’re turning to tennis ball-sized Buzzballz … Read more

Influencers left in tears after Hollywood restaurant suddenly shutters

The Queen is dead. A popular West Hollywood restaurant and influencer mecca is closing its doors after five years in business. Queen Violet, an Asian fusion restaurant, announced the closure in a sign posted to its door this week. “To Our Queen Violet Family,” the sign reads. “Thank you for your love and support over … Read more

102-year-old Navy veteran still craves hot wings, keeping 15-year Hooters birthday tradition alive

At 102 years old, Glenn Ward still has a healthy appetite. And when his birthday rolls around, there’s one place he particularly wants to eat — Hooters. “We’ve been going there for years and years,” the Arlington, Virginia, resident and U.S. Navy veteran told Fox News Digital. “It’s sort of a tradition.” He estimates the tradition … Read more

$1.5M lawsuit alleged a ‘condom-like object’ found in Popeyes chicken dinner

There’s nothing funny about this rubber chicken gag. Two Texas residents are suing Popeyes and its parent company — Restaurant Brands International — after they allegedly found a “condom-like” object in a piece of fried chicken.  The latex lawsuit alleges seven counts of negligence and violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act (DTPA). The … Read more

Taco Bell debuts all-new lineup featuring a cult-favorite citrusy, spicy staple: ‘Already obsessed’

Your Taco Bell order is about to get even hotter. The California-based fast food chain is joining forces with seasoning company Tajín for a special new menu that’s been years in the making. Available nationwide beginning August 13, the limited-time menu features tree options: the Tajín Taco, the Tajín Cheesy Gordita Crunch, and the Tajín … Read more

Social media is transforming the way Americans are cooking, survey suggests

One in five Americans would sooner take cooking advice from a “food-fluencer” than from their own mom (18%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults found that for many, social media is overtaking traditional ways of learning to cook — so much so, that even our own mothers can’t compete. Only 33% say … Read more

Chick-fil-A has a new menu to celebrate its 80th anniversary — including a beloved Southern breakfast dish

Diners can customize their chicken craving by grabbing either the original, spicy or grilled. The new breakfast sandwich comes in two sizes depending on when you order. Source link #ChickfilA #menu #celebrate #80th #anniversary #including #beloved #Southern #breakfast #dish

Iconic New York bakery famed for its cookies set to open first OC outpost

Iconic New York bakery famed for its cookies set to open first OC outpost

Cookie fans rejoice: an iconic NY-based bakery is opening in Newport Beach this fall. Levain Bakery, beloved for its gooey, slab-thick cookies, will make its Orange County debut this September at the Fashion Island mall. Levain began in 1995 as a small bread shop on West 74th Street; in the three decades since, the company … Read more

Common habit could be sabotaging your wine-drinking experience: expert

Common habit could be sabotaging your wine-drinking experience: expert

If you want to experience a wine’s full range of flavors, sipping water before or between tastes may seem like a natural way to cleanse your palate — but a sommelier says it could keep you from tasting the wine as intended. “Anything you take in your mouth before your first sip of wine is going to … Read more

Supermarket giants in NY, NJ and across US to close dozens of underperforming stores

Supermarket giants in NY, NJ and across US to close dozens of underperforming stores

A quick trip to your local grocery store may be on its way out. Supermarkets, both small and large, are shutting down all across the country as chains cut underperforming stores. In an earnings call last year, grocery giant Kroger said it would slash its store count by 60 locations over the next 18 months, … Read more

The supermodel-approved marshmallow drink that may be good for gut health, skin and colds

The supermodel-approved marshmallow drink that may be good for gut health, skin and colds

It’s not just a sweet treat used for s’mores. Supermodel Miranda Kerr recently shared on the “Let’s Be Honest with Kristen Cavallari” podcast one of her secrets for good gut health, naming a plant that many are familiar with — at least, in terms of its name. The herbal remedy may be good for more … Read more

Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef sold in the US hit with high-risk recall after bypassing import inspections

Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef sold in the US hit with high-risk recall after bypassing import inspections

Call it a burger bust. Over 29,600 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina has been recalled in two states without a follow-up inspection after arriving in the US, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The Florida-based company, Corte Argentino USA LLC, recalled approximately 29,628 pounds of raw … Read more