The food might be fast, but the payoff can be slow. While fast food used to be a sure way to get a cheap eat, it is increasingly getting more expensive — sometimes costing a good chunk of your paycheck. A new study from WalletHub determined which states spend the greatest percentage of their income … Read more
They’re dewing the unexpected. Move over, Baja Blast. Fans of Taco Bell and Mountain Dew’s cult-favorite beverage might be surprised to learn that the soft drink brand is partnering with a new fast food chain to debut their foray into the “dirty soda” trend. Now, the drink fountains at KFC are dispensing a limited-edition Peaches … Read more
A recall of mislabeled cases of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar has been upgraded amid a serious health risk, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA and Dr. Pepper announced a voluntary recall last month of 19,203 12-pack and 24-pack cases of 12-ounce cans of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar. The cases of soda were found … Read more
Put this half-baked idea back in the oven. An influencer thought they’d take advantage of sweltering New York temps last week by attempting to whip up a batch of cookies in a subway station, as seen in a viral Instagram video. “It’s almost 100 degrees in NYC so I’m going to see if it’s possible … Read more
Chipotle has a new dip coming to its menu for the first time since 2020. Its restaurants in the U.S. and Canada will start offering a new limited-time Adobe Ranch dip beginning June 17, the company announced Monday. When it becomes available, the new Adobo Ranch will contain adobo peppers, sour cream, and a “unique blend of herbs … Read more
Some Reddit users are calling out a beloved fast-food chain over issues they’ve been having with the dipping sauces for their nuggets. A user in the “r/ChickFilA” forum on Reddit posted a photo of six classic Chick-fil-A sauces. Each packet shows the wrapper torn in different places – and the lids not fully opened. “Why does this keep … Read more
Ronald McDonald is gonna be salty about this list. In a new nationwide ranking from Seating Masters, based on over 40,000 Yelp reviews, one burger chain’s golden spuds are un-fry-gettable, according to WWLP. In-N-Out Burger topped the list — scoring a crispy 3.86 out of 5 average across 25 locations. In-N-Out Burger was named as … Read more
McDonald’s recently added McCripsy Strips to its U.S. menu and, according to one analyst, they might not be hitting the mark with all customers. The fast-food giant first launched the McCrispy Strips in late April, with all participating restaurants across the country selling them by May 5. The company said in an April 24 press release that … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to enjoy some Talenti gelato, you’ve probably experienced the frustration of opening the jar. Customers have been expressing their irritation online for some time now — and the company is listening. Talenti’s packaging is inspired by the way Italian gelaterias display their gelato assortments, according to the brand, but the clear … Read more
A new nightclub will buck the members-only trend that has swept New York City by welcoming the masses – at least those who can get behind its black velvet rope, Side Dish can reveal. Nightlife up-and-comers Grupo Gitano will open Club Bohemia later this month at South Street Seaport’s Pier 17 – offering bottle service … Read more
Wine enthusiasts and collectors, get your paddles ready. Christie’s is hosting its first wine auction since 2022 on June 12, brought to you by billionaire businessman, private collector and America’s Cup winner, Bill Koch. The three-day event features 1,500 lots comprising nearly 8,000 bottles of historic vintages from his private collection, which has a low … Read more
If you’re ever at a bar wondering if someone is Gen Z or a millennial, just keep tabs on how they pay for their drinks. Zoomers are purportedly averse to opening up bar tabs, preferring to close out and swipe their cards after every drink — no matter how many they end up having. According … Read more
French fries with tartar sauce, scrambled eggs and barbecue sauce and pickles with buffalo sauce were found to be some of the weirdest combinations Americans love to eat. The study of 2,000 Americans divided respondents by how much they love a good sauce and how dedicated they are to making it a part of as … Read more
The fast-food chain is adding two brand-new variations of the beloved Whopper burger to its menu: the Barbecue Rodeo and the Classic Rodeo. Although these sandwiches sound like they would make a killing in Burger King locations throughout the US, they’ll only be available in Japan restaurants for a limited time — at least for … Read more
Diet Cherry Coke is reportedly making a comeback just in time for summer — but it won’t be on shelves for long. The beloved beverage was discontinued in 2020, marking the first time since its release in 1986 that it was off the shelves in the US. At the time, it was phased out alongside … Read more
This American tourist got served — in more ways than one. Liam Nelson, a New York comedian in London for a gig, thought he’d sniffed out a hidden culinary standout when he stumbled across glowing online reviews for Angus Steakhouse in Leicester Square. But what did he actually find? A side of steak with a … Read more
It seems backyard Baconators could be in the works for Wendy’s fans across the country this summer. Fans of the fast food chain are taking to social media after a delicious double-smoked development at their local supermarkets — the brand’s beloved bacon has hit the retail market. A sharp-eyed aficionado reportedly first spotted the extra-thick-cut pork … Read more
La Grenouille, widely acknowledged as the city’s prettiest restaurant for more than a half-century, closed last fall. But its gorgeous ghost is back at 3 E. 52nd Street, where frogs’ legs have given way to Beijing-style duck. The former home of classic French cuisine has surprisingly been reborn as a location of iDen & Quanjude Beijing … Read more
Are they serving slimmer slices of this fattening fave? Foodies with a hankering for hulking hunks of cheesecake are calling out the dessert’s eponymous restaurant for allegedly skimping on its serving sizes amid the “shrinkflation” crisis. “The last couple of times I got a slice of cheesecake it was about half the size of the … Read more
This is big news for pizza lovers. In a time when New York pizza is selling for $6 slices and $40 pies — the idea of a large $9 pizza in itself sounds glorious, but the fact that it can also be delivered — chef’s kiss. Popular membership-only warehouse, Sam’s Club, just announced that their … Read more