No soup for you! The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a public health alert for a variety of packaged soup and bowl products. The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued the warning for 13 products that may be contaminated with a foreign material — specifically wood — in the cilantro. Molly’s … Read more
An estimated 16 million Americans have rosacea — a common skin condition that causes the face to appear red or flushed. While the ailment typically affects middle-aged women, President Trump’s most recent health memo noted that he has “well-managed rosacea.” Other celebrities that reportedly have rosacea include Prince William, Cynthia Nixon, Cameron Diaz, Bill Clinton, … Read more
Step back, shot girls — for a truly hot NYC party in 2025, you need oyster girls. They are beautiful, young women, often seen wandering among the Big Apple’s best-dressed revelers, dolled up in slinky black dresses and heels. Their mission: To seamlessly shuck the aphrodisiacal shellfish by the handful, serving them directly, with all the trimmings, to … Read more
Starbucks is getting into summer mode. The coffee giant revealed its 2025 summer menu — and customers will be able to get it sooner than they think. Launching in May, Starbucks confirmed two seasonal drinks will be returning to the menu, as well as some new food and drink items. One new menu item will … Read more
Next time you order Chinese takeout — you might want to take this unsavory news into account. Thanks to its rich concentration of fiber and other nutrients, brown rice has often been hailed as the healthier alternative to white rice. The study found brown rice contains 24% more arsenic and 40% more inorganic arsenic than … Read more
Let’s be frank. While it’s common to indulge in a hot dog at a baseball game, a new poll reveals that most Americans do not know that the tubular meat may be one of the wurst things for their health. “Tens of millions of Americans could eat hot dogs this baseball season, but most of … Read more
This is one swanky sláinte. Last month, Bushmills, the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery, released its limited edition, 46-year-old whiskey — billed as the oldest Irish single-malt ever sold. The mahogany sipper, hailing from County Antrim, Northern Ireland, also sports one hefty price tag for New Yorkers not worried about the volatile market and hoping for … Read more
They’re not lovin’ it. McDonald’s workers are spilling the tea on bad manners from customers that they’re tired of putting up with. The fast-food chain is beloved by people all over the world, but it turns out some employees have beef with the gig. McDonald’s workers are sharing their main beef with customers. Christopher Sadowski … Read more
They won’t be guilt-tripped for leaving no tip. A diner sparked a raging debate about gratuities after refusing to tip a waitress over a stingy portion of fajitas, as detailed in a video with over 2.6 million views on TikTok. “I went to dinner with my parents last night and we did not tip our … Read more
You lose some, you win some. With the stock market taking investors on a roller-coaster ride, one New York restaurant is providing comfort amid the chaos — offering customers discounts based on their financial losses. The War Room Tavern in Albany — a favorite of Empire State politicos and located just steps from the State Capitol … Read more
An Ohio-based nut company is recalling over 140 cases of honey-roasted peanuts due to the possible presence of an allergen. According to a Food & Drug Administration (FDA) notice, the Trophy Nut Company is recalling 143 cases of its Heinen’s brand 8.25-ounce cans of honey-roasted peanuts because the containers may contain cashews. The nuts were distributed in … Read more
Hold the hummus and pass the camembert. For decades, Americans have been told that eating like the Greeks is the gold standard for good health. But Dr. Michael Aziz, an internist and author of “The Ageless Revolution”, argues that we should have been looking to Paris all along. “The French diet wins in every category,” … Read more
The rumors are true: Wendy’s is giving its iconic Frosty a makeover for the first time in 55 years. On Thursday, April 10, the fast-food chain confirmed the lineup of Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions — and fans can get their hands on the blended treats earlier than they think. Rumors started swirling about the … Read more
Shake Shack’s just released Dubai Chocolate Shake is the year’s junk-food superstar. I found it shockingly good, despite my distaste for the endless hype around Dubai chocolate. It’s worth its $9.24 price tag and 1,080 calories. I was ready to hate on the shake, which is inspired by the viral pistachio cream-and-pastry filled chocolate bars … Read more
It’s the drink that makes them think — and not in a good way. Bartenders the world over seem to have the same attitude when it comes to one particular cocktail: the Long Island Iced Tea. Mixologists often say that patrons who order this boozy beverage are intent on getting black-out drunk and are likely … Read more
Talk about a grounds-breaking strategy. If you’re dragging your feet at 2 p.m., we’ve got a brew-tiful solution to your midday slump. One buzzy sleep trick that’s been gathering steam is the coffee nap — and, while it sounds counterintuitive, some experts swear by it! One buzzy sleep trick that’s been gathering steam is the … Read more
It’s a real pie-in-the-sky idea. Caviar is no longer reserved for recession-proof Hamptonites wielding mother-of-pearl spoons. Pizza Hut has jumped on the bargain Beluga bandwagon by serving up imitation fish eggs on pizza for the hoi polloi. From Thursday, April 10, through Saturday, April 12, the franchise branch at 932 Eighth Ave. will bait you … Read more
Put the chip down! The Food and Drug Administration increased the recall of one of Frito-Lay’s most popular chips, noting they “could cause death,” WKRC reported. Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips were first recalled on March 26 after Frito-Lay voluntarily recalled a batch of products. A limited number of 13 oz. bags could … Read more
A couple was “caught in the act” in the middle of an Italian restaurant. A man and woman were dining at San Marino restaurant in England’s North West last Saturday when they were seen on camera planting glass in their meal before refusing to pay. The woman complained to the restaurant about a sharp object … Read more
The cost of airport food is soaring. Travelers passing through airports tend to expect to pay more for basic items such as water bottles — but why is it so much more expensive? A reporter for USA Today shared in a column that she purchased a 24-ounce flip-top bottle of Smartwater and a snack-sized bag … Read more