KFC has sued Church’s Texas Chicken in federal court, accusing the rival fast-food chain of violating its trademark rights in the phrase “Original Recipe.” KFC told the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, opening a new tab on Friday that its competitor’s use of the phrase in ads for its fried chicken is likely … Read more
It was a not-so-sweet confession. Lindt, a gourmet chocolate brand, unveiled that its delectable goodies are not “expertly crafted with the finest ingredients,” as the packaging suggests. The Swiss company confessed in an attempt to get a lawsuit against them dismissed, but it backfired when the Eastern District of New York court denied their effort. … Read more
Pickles are kind of a big dill. November 14 is National Pickle Day, and one pickle brand is making sure the beloved briny snack is integrated into every nook and cranny of our lives. In honor of the foodie holiday, Grillo’s Pickles has teamed up with Boka to launch a limited-edition Cucumber Dill Pickle flavored … Read more
Okay, who ordered the scallops with boiled eggs? Ordering from Uber Eats is a convenient way to satisfy your innermost culinary desires — without spilling the beans in a restaurant or at a take-out counter. No one has to know what weird food combos you are chowing down on, in the privacy of your own … Read more
People are still gobbling on about this one. With Thanksgiving on the horizon, the annual debate over white and dark turkey meat is once again heating up. According to a 2023 YouGov poll, white meat reigns supreme as the American favorite — getting 43% percent of the vote compared to the 22% who support dark meat. … Read more
This comeback is sweet as pie. Celebrating the treat’s 25th anniversary, the fast food chain will return its holiday pies for a limited time beginning November 15, in select cities including Seattle, Los Angeles, St. Louis, New York City, Cleveland, Memphis and Dallas. The festive confection includes a creamy, smooth custard baked into a flaky, … Read more
Applebee’s is making sure their customers are eatin’ good. The restaurant chain has officially placed its hat in the ring for both the chicken sandwich and meal deal wars. In celebration of the rollout of their new Big Cluckin’ hand-breaded chicken sandwich, Applebee’s has unveiled a $10 value meal. In celebration of the rollout of … Read more
If sugar is always your jam, your DNA may be to blame. An international team of researchers says that a genetic variation in our ability to digest certain sugars may influence how much we like sweet foods — and how much we consume. The scientists are pointing the finger at the sucrase-isomaltase (SI) gene, which … Read more
It’s a story that’s hard to Brie-lieve. The hottest item on the black market is often yellow or white as thieves target bulk supplies of artisan cheese rather than casing, say, jewelry stores. Recently, a 63-year-old man was arrested in England for shredding London cheesemonger Neal’s Yard Dairy out of $389,000 worth — an estimated … Read more
Are you brave enough to try this dish? Maybe when pigs fry. New York City epicures are devouring a “special” Ecuadorian delicacy, guinea pigs — better known stateside as a potential pet for kids — and hailing them as a “very delicious” feast. At least that is the experience at the restaurant La Casa Del … Read more
Pop, pop. Fizz, fizz. Want to know what the secret to airplane champagne is? Well, one flight attendant is spilling the tea — or the bubbly, as it were — on what she and her cloud cruising colleagues do with the left over champers first-class flyers don’t finish before landing. “Everyone wanted to know what … Read more
Chipotle Mexican Grill was sued on Monday by shareholders for concealing how many of its restaurants were skimping on portions, forcing the chain to spend more on ingredients and hurting its stock price. In a proposed class action filed in Santa Ana, Calif., federal court, shareholders said Chipotle failed to disclose growing unhappiness among customers with inconsistent portion sizes … Read more
There’s no wrong way to eat a Reese’s. Reese’s has launched the Deconstructed Peanut Butter Cup Kit to allow fans to fill a huge chocolate shell with as much or as little peanut butter as they wish. The limited-time offering features a giant 9-ounce milk chocolate shell and lid, plus a 10-ounce jar of Reese’s … Read more
Thank you for your service. That’s the message restaurants across the country are serving up on Veterans Day this year. On Monday, Nov. 11 and in some cases beyond, popular chains from coast to coast are offering irresistible deals and free meals to our fierce defenders of freedom, as a small token of appreciation. From … Read more
It’s time to start thinking about your Thanksgiving meal, and some grocery stores are hoping to make it easier — and more affordable. Several supermarkets have announced meal deals for the holiday, so you can make a delicious spread without hurting your wallet. There’s a wide range of savings on both individual ingredients and already-prepared … Read more
The joint IHOP-Applebee’s concept that Dine Brands has been developing will arrive in America in early 2025. The corporate parent of the two chains said its inaugural U.S. dual-branded restaurant will be in Seguin, Texas. It is expected to open its doors in the first quarter of 2025. Seguin is about 40 minutes northeast of San Antonio and … Read more
Body check! LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, reportedly drops $1.5 million annually to keep his body in tip-top shape. The Lakers superstar wouldn’t confirm or deny the $1.5 million figure — initially shared by sportswriter Bill Simmons in 2016 — in Netflix’s new docuseries “Starting 5.” LeBron James, who turns 40 next month, … Read more
We won’t get foiled again. Americans think nothing of using aluminum foil to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner — but there are some risks involved, according to food safety experts. While the commonly-used pan liner is generally safe for use at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, anymore than that could cause problems, the pros … Read more
Everyone knows that stress can cause you to eat — but a new study confirms that those who find themselves frequently overwhelmed can develop a dependency on bad-for-you comfort foods. Researchers published in the journal Neuron said that stress can override components of the brain that treat sweets and junk food as occasional rewards — making us crave … Read more
I can’t wait to return to Borgo (124 E. 27th Street). Neither will you after your first meal at the best new Italian restaurant for grown-ups in many a Neapolitan, Abbruzzese or Roman moon. Its accessible, regions-roaming menu scored high on all but one of fourteen dishes I had in every category. It offers a … Read more