This takeout was taken way out. An absent-minded expat in Australia redefined “slow food” after accidentally ordering Uber Eats to an address in Dublin, Ireland — some 9,600 miles away. “I was absolutely gutted,” Oisin Lenehan, 29, told Jam Press while recounting the international meal mixup. “The food was being sent to a place in … Read more
Starbucks took a shot in the dark with their new policy, and it’s bean working. The coffee giant has been making moves to rebrand their stores as classic coffeehouses for communities to “sit and stay” — and it’s paying off, according to numbers shared with Axios. At the end of January, Starbucks implemented a new … Read more
New cases of alpha-gal syndrome — a rare but potentially life-threatening illness that makes people violently allergic to red meat — suggest that more tick species may be to blame than initially thought. Neither of the two new female patients — one a 45-year-old in Maine and the other a 61-year-old in Washington — had … Read more
If your morning cup of joe is the only thing motivating you to get to work on time, we’ve got some brew-tal news. A new study out of Sweden suggests your office java may be a latte trouble for your heart. A new study suggests your workplace coffee machine may increase your risk of heart … Read more
Eat now — pay later. DoorDash is partnering with Klarna — the buy now, pay later company — to offer customers the opportunity to finance their food and other retail purchases. In the coming months, when customers check out, they will be able to choose a payment option when purchasing groceries, other retail goods and … Read more
Get your licks. Cronut creator Dominique Ansel has reinvented the humble ice cream cone — just in time for spring. The sweet new creation, called the Dipped Whisk, features two sugar cone cups, each filled with three layers of Talenti gelato ingredients. The cups are sandwiched together to create a sphere then placed atop a … Read more
America should not run on fast food. A recent ranking from Eat This, Not That shared the least healthy menu items — ranked from bad to worst — from some of your favorite fast food chains that you should steer clear of. Some honorable mentions include the fried rice side from Panda Express and the … Read more
They’ve been served some bad news. The oldest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world has lost its third star, according to multiple reports out of Europe. Since 1981, Georges Blanc, the beloved eatery in Vonnas, southeast France, has boasted three Michelin stars — the highest honor awarded by the famed restaurant guide. But now, Michelin has … Read more
They’re grasping for straws. Devout paper straw enthusiasts are speaking out as public opinion about the environmentally friendly sipper shifts to favor plastic. Last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to reverse former President Joe Biden’s plastic straw ban — and eco-conscious zealots aren’t happy. The tables have turned on eco-friendly sippers, as … Read more
Experts are warning air fryer users not to use the nifty kitchen appliance to make popcorn. “Stick with the microwave or the hob for popcorn if you’re settling down for a good movie night,” consumer journalist Grace Forell told BBC, warning not to “try this one at home.” “Popcorn won’t cook well in an air … Read more
Cheers, New York! National Cocktail Day is back — another round of the annual celebration of the mixed drink hits bars and restaurants on Monday, March 24. And while margaritas were recently named the nation’s favorite boozy beverage, Gotham grog guzzlers clearly weren’t consulted. The Cosmopolitan has been replaced as the drink of New York City … Read more
Purée genius? If you’re looking to shed stubborn pounds in time for summer, you may go goo goo ga ga for this diet plan from Long Island registered dietitian, chef and nutritionist Nicolette Pace. She recommends eating like a baby. “A baby is the key to adult well-being,” Pace told The Post. “It’s remarkable that a baby without any life … Read more
It’s a sale-lebration. America is exhausted by the sky-high cost of groceries so any sort of deal customers can find is a major win in this economy. Knowing that, some Costco shoppers have made it their mission to find mislabeled food products in the wholesale retailer that can save them some serious money. In the … Read more
Some food trends have deep roots, some are fleeting, some are outright silly and some are just plain fun. I am putting the “just plain fun” label on this one: pearl-shaped foods that pop in your mouth. Tiny sphere-shaped foods seem to be everywhere, entertaining mouths with their pop-ability and the sometimes unusual transformation of familiar foods. … Read more
They’re throwing people a cone. Dairy Queen is heralding the first day of Spring today with free ice cream. In honor of Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day, which the chain has held on the Spring Equinox for countless years, visitors will be able to get one small vanilla cone sans purchase at participating DQ outlets, … Read more
The highly-anticipated opening of famed French luxury retailer Printemps in the Financial District will not only offer the latest haute couture – but also haute cuisine from a Queens-born top chef. Gregory Gourdet returns to New York after spending the past 17 years on the West Coast, winning three James Beard awards for French-inspired fare … Read more
Gen Z will always relish an opportunity to bash millennials. In yet another trend to takedown their elders, Gen Z critics are roasting so-called “millennial burger joints.” These overpriced eateries, supposedly marketed by and for late 30-somethings, are known for a few tell-tale features: sky-high burgers, truffle fries, steel stools, exposed brick, condiments in little … Read more
You never know what you’re gonna get. At Surprise Scoop, a new ice cream shop in the East Village, customers don’t get to choose a flavor. The only menu item is “surprise ice cream” ($9.18). Customer order via a touchpad in the sparse, nearly empty storefront, noting allergies and preferences if they desire. (The former … Read more
People are getting catfished — literally. Experts warn that when it comes to sushi, what you sea is often not what you get — with the US clocking in as one of the world’s biggest fish forgers. Studies have shown that cheaper fish alternatives are being mislabeled and masqueraded as salmon, tuna, snapper and other top-shelf raw … Read more
As Americans on Monday celebrate another St. Patrick’s Day with parades and parties, it’s highly likely that Guinness consumption will see a spike. Arthur Guinness started brewing ales in Dublin, Ireland, in 1759, and exported his first barrel 10 years later, according to the Guinness website – well before St. Patrick’s Day became an official … Read more