Tasteful noods only. NYC is at the tip of the chopstick when it comes to Chinese food in the United States, according to Yelp. The popular review site ranked Queens eatery Maxi’s Noodle number one on a new Top 100 Chinese Restaurants list — thrilling the proprietor, who swapped a corporate job for the rigors of … Read more
Costco is making a big change to one of its beloved bakery items — and customers are not happy. Earlier this week, a shopper saw a sign at their local store showing the changes being made to Costco muffins. The bakery is switching to smaller muffins and will no longer offer mix-and-match muffins. Instead of … Read more
Fruitcake is getting fancy. Panettone, the airy, sweet Italian bread studded with dried and candied fruits, has long been a Christmas staple. But, the often cheap and cheerful treat that costs around $10 for a circular, domed loaf, has gotten an artisanal upgrade in recent years — with the price tag to match. Designers such as … Read more
This food trend hit the jackpot. A new viral game has landed on TikTok — but the grub that comes out of it is a gamble for everyone involved. Groups of friends have been playing “Uber Eats Roulette,” with each person ordering a specific dollar’s worth of food and not telling anyone what they ordered … Read more
A wide range of foods will be affected if the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) moves forward with plans to ban artificial red dye. According to the Eat Well Guide (EWG) Food Scores database, nearly 3,000 food products on the US market contain red dye 3, including candy, certain brands of mashed potatoes, yellow rice and … Read more
This pizza business is erupting. In Guatemala, you can enjoy a slice of pizza with a side of lava and volcanic rocks and a risk of explosion. Chef Mario David García serves “the world’s most dangerous pizza” on the top of Volcano Pacaya, an active volcano whose last lava eruption was in May 2021, using … Read more
New York had a culinary all-star lineup this year. On Monday, Michelin Guide unveiled its 2024 selections for Washington D.C., Chicago and New York City. The Big Apple was served up a smorgasbord of stars, including their first new three-starred restaurant in 12 years. That honor went to Jungsik, Jungsik Yim’s namesake Korean restaurant that … Read more
For a pastry this delicious, that’s just the way the cookie crumbles. Crumbl Cookies debuted a holiday peppermint brownie that is great for the taste buds but bad for the waistline, gobsmacking viewers with its egregiously high calorie count. The limited edition “Candy Cane Brownie” — a chocolate treat smothered in peppermint buttercream and topped … Read more
Here’s some food for thought. Dr. Jonathan J. Rasouli, a board-certified spinal neurosurgeon at Northwell Health in New York, says his mom’s dinner recipe is full of ingredients that are great for brain health — and eating it’s a smart step for preventing dementia and things like memory loss, fatigue and brain fog. Dr. Jonathan … Read more
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Katie Austin doesn’t believed in depriving yourself of sweet treats during the Christmas season. Cinnamon rolls and apple pie bites? Bring ’em on. But she’s not a fitness influencer with 741,000 TikTok followers and her own workout app for nothing, and she’s identified four major health mistakes she sees people making … Read more
This baker was buggin’ over a frightening find in her flour. TikTok user @jennaliveswell has been left horrified after uncovering bugs in a jar of flour — and is now warning people to check their powder before whipping up Christmas cakes and cookies. “No,” Jenna gasped in her viral video as she zoomed in on … Read more
As the holidays heat up, Alexa chatted with iconic chef Jean-Georges on his new Miami condo development and impressive international restaurant empire. You’ve created a culinary empire of 60 restaurants in 13 countries and five continents. Now you’re partnering with developers to build a 329-unit branded condominium in the Design District: the Jean-Georges Miami Tropic … Read more
The most ruthless bidding war during Art Basel Miami Beach may not be over a painting or a $6.2 million duct-tape banana installation. The toughest battle may be scoring the hottest table in town. Fortunately, we’ve rounded up the best new restaurants in Magic City for 2024. These sceney eateries are certain to draw A-listers, … Read more
Here’s some sweet news just in time for the holiday candy season. Research published this week in The BMJ suggests that consuming chocolate can lower the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. But before you go cocoa-nuts — the study also had some caveats, showing that the wrong chocoholic choice can can lead to excessive … Read more
Chi-Chi’s is returning after closing 20 years ago. The Mexican chain once had more than 200 locations before the last restaurant’s doors shut in 2004. Now, the founder’s son is spearheading the comeback with a plan to reopen Chi-Chi’s locations in 2025. Chi-Chi’s is making a comeback after closing 20 years ago. ASSOCIATED PRESS Michael … Read more
Chipotle Mexican Grill said Wednesday it has raised menu prices by about 2%, as the burrito chain counters higher input costs in the midst of a choppy demand environment for restaurants in the US. Shares jumped 5% to $63.99. The stock is up 42% this year. Key ingredients such as dairy, beef and avocado have been costlier … Read more
Wendy’s is celebrating the holiday season by giving back — to customers and kids in need. The fan-favorite Frosty Key Tags are returning to restaurants and the Wendy’s app, allowing Frosty lovers to get an extra sweet deal in 2025. The $3 keychain offers customers one free Jr. Frosty at every visit all year long. … Read more
Ever dreamt about a way to combine your favorite Thanksgiving and Christmas foods? Now you can — in the form of a hot dog. Sam’s Club has given their popular hot dog a holiday makeover, introducing the Holidog. The Club Mash Up Holidog is a combo of mashed potatoes and Christmas cookies. Sam’s Club The … Read more
The proof is in the cocoa — there’s a difference between regular and advent calendar chocolate. Chocoholics itching for their daily dose of bite-sized chocolate could be in for disappointment this December. Advent calendar chocolate has a different flavor than the store-bought confections due to quality, Mental Floss reports. The chocolate used in advent calendars tends … Read more
Subway has swapped sandwiches for streetwear with its first merchandise range. The fast food chain launched T-shirts, sweatshirts and a tote bag inspired by fan favorites from its menu. The garments are an ode to the Meatball Marinara Sub and Chipotle Southwest Sauce, while the bag pays tribute to the “Baked Fresh Daily” slogan. The … Read more