It’s the most surprising Times Square miracle since the first New Year’s Eve ball dropped in 1907. The View — a rotating, notoriously awful restaurant atop the Marriott Marquis hotel (1535 Broadway) — has good food for the first time since it opened in 1985. Make that VERY good food. Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group has … Read more
This trend is nuts. People are eating biodegradable packing peanuts under the assumption that they are edible — much to experts’ dismay. On TikTok, online shoppers claim that the biodegradable packing peanuts make for the perfect “bedtime snack,” arguing that the foam pieces are completely edible because they dissolve in their mouths. Experts warn that, … Read more
New York’s most lavish, tantalizingly secretive dinner-and-a-movie date is nearly impossible to book — and costs five times more than Regal, AMC or Loews. On a recent evening, 66 in-the-know cinephiles snuck down to a Parisian Art Deco theater hidden on the cellar level of Tribeca’s top five-star hotel for what was certainly the city’s … Read more
McDonald’s is the latest fast food restaurant to use artificial intelligence to step up its game. The fast food giant is overhauling all 43,000 restaurants with an AI makeover in an attempt to cut wait times and make a better experience for both customers and employees. Upgrades will start with internet-connected kitchen equipment, AI-enabled drive-throughs … Read more
Red Robin is the latest in a growing number of fast-food eateries planning to shutter underperforming locations following a spate of financial difficulties. The chain on Wednesday announced it is weighing plans to potentially close 70 locations once their lease expires, as it attempts to turn around its operations. The company has already closed one … Read more
It pays to be patient. One barista at the coffee chain recently took to Reddit to share a one-star review she received after an interaction that she expected to end with a free drink for the customer. The poster shared a screenshot of the review from a patron named Emily that read, “As someone who … Read more
It may be time to find America’s next top bottle. Microplastics are everywhere — in the beauty products we wear, the cleaning supplies we use and even in the food we eat. Research suggests that these particles, smaller than a grain of rice, can harm reproductive, digestive and respiratory health, potentially leading to colon and … Read more
These chicken nuggets have flown the coop. A Walmart customer who bought a bag of Great Value chicken nuggets was shocked to discover her breaded bites were sold sans poultry. TikTok user @reedtimessix shared a video of the bizarre realization as she was preparing dinner. “Excuse me, Walmart, where is the chicken in my Great … Read more
Kraft Heinz is entering the alcohol market with its brand, Crystal Light. The company announced on Tuesday it will be introducing Crystal Lireaght Vodka Refreshers at certain Northeastern retailers this month. The upcoming refreshers will feature a “delicious blend of Crystal Light’s signature flavors, triple-filtered vodka, and light carbonation,” Kraft Heinz said. The company touted … Read more
Chick-fil-A is feeling zesty. Two fan-favorite menu items are returning to the fast-food restaurant chain for a limited time starting on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Chick-fil-A announced that their Key Lime Seasonal Beverages will return to participating Chick-fil-A locations nationwide. Chick-fil-A announced that their Key Lime Seasonal Beverages will return to participating locations. Chick-fil-A The Key … Read more
Food label crusaders have come for Deep River Snacks. Customers who purchased Deep River potato chips labeled with “Non-GMO Ingredients” in the past eight years might be eligible for monetary payment from a class-action settlement. Old Lyme Gourmet Co., the parent company of Deep River Snacks, reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit that … Read more
McDonald’s is kicking off the new year with something sweet. The fast-food chain might be known for its chicken and burgers, but avid fans know how important the desserts and sweet treats are — especially their beloved pies. McDonald’s might be known for its chicken and burgers, but fans know how important the desserts and … Read more
Eggs-perts are weighing in on the color of your egg yolk. As Americans down an average of nearly 300 eggs a year, you’ve likely cracked open an egg to see a yolk slightly different than what you’re used to, whether a bright orange or pale yellow yolk. “Egg yolk color can range anywhere from almost … Read more
You’ve heard it all before — you must eat less and move more to lose weight. While cutting calories and joining a gym are popular ways to start the new year, dieters often regain the pounds that they shed because they set unrealistic goals. Before you get in line for the treadmill and hop on … Read more
They’re pretty clucking unhappy. Chick-fil-A fans are feeling uncharacteristically salty toward the fast food chain after finding out their fave has been tinkering with the waffle fry recipe. “We recently made a slight adjustment to our Waffle Potato Fries recipe, which offers the same great taste while also making our Waffle Potato Fries stay crispier, … Read more
This is sobering news. Experts are concerned about a potential pitfall of Dry January, saying it could cause unhealthy withdrawal symptoms in participants who may not realize they have a drinking problem. “Events like Dry January don’t work for everyone because many people don’t realize that they are drink dependent,” UK-based addiction specialist Lester Morse … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. 100% plant-based and also 100% tasty? It’s true — after cooking and eating Purple Carrot’s vegan meal kit offerings a few times over four years, we can safely conclude that the recipes, … Read more
Mocktails have non-drinking New Yorkers feeling high-spirited. There’s been an explosion of nonalcoholic cocktails in the Big Apple recently — and it’s not just for Dry January when the health-conscious trade their elixirs for Equinox. From those participating in dry January to the year-round sober curious, 48% of Americans are interested in drinking less alcohol … Read more
No ifs, ands or butts about it — there are three things oncology dietitian Nichole Andrews avoids because she’s worried they will raise her risk for colon and other cancers. “Knowledge is power, and I’m here to drop some truth bombs about how to reduce cancer risk,” Andrews, who wrote “The F*ck Cancer Cookbook,” posted … Read more
Dry January just got a whole lot more rock ‘n roll. WhistlePig Whiskey has released a new Sex, Drugs, Rock & Dry Old Fashioned mocktail that’s not just alcohol-free but also made with wellness-boosting ingredients. Rock star Alice Cooper, who’s been sober since 1977, said that the drink is “the true sicko of dry cocktails.” … Read more