Ranch lovers should take a dip into breakfast. Nick Higgins, an exec at Hidden Valley Ranch’s parent company Clorox, has an unconventional way to eat the creamy and tangy ranch dip beyond celery, wings and chips. “I have to admit, as part of my job, I’ve tried ranch with some pretty unique things over the … Read more
Rats with a preference for pizza might be out of luck. NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue announced the city has installed pizza-friendly disposal bins to accommodate the bulky boxes that are a hassle to cram into traditional garbage cans, often leading to leftovers for rodents. The first of six new square bins was installed in … Read more
Doctors have beef with this trendy new diet. The carnivore diet — which involves consuming only animal byproducts such as meat, eggs and dairy — has taken the internet by storm, as fitness fanatics swear by the high protein, no vegetable lifestyle. While some people insist it has helped them shed weight and made them healthier than … Read more
Chew on this — an NYC-based registered dietitian says her top tip for weight loss is to eat more frequently throughout the day to prevent reaching for cookies and chips because you’re starving and they are right there. “Although calories factor into weight loss, the key to losing weight is to avoid getting to the … Read more
No one tell Plankton. Wendy’s is reportedly coming out with their own Krabby Patty burger – an iconic item from the beloved Nickelodeon cartoon “SpongeBob SquarePants.” The under-the-sea delicacy, which is cooked up by SpongeBob at the Krusty Krab, will reportedly become available on Oct. 8 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the show, per … Read more
Feeling hungover after just one glass of wine? This is 40 — or rather, 44. Recent research out of Stanford University proposes that people age dramatically at 44 and 60. These major molecular shifts within the body can lead to declines in immune system regulation, kidney function and the ability to metabolize alcohol and caffeine. … Read more
They’re nosh-stalgic classics. For every new item that fast-food chains add to their menu, it seems that they put one nostalgic fan favorite out to pasture. Just this week, Taco Bell announced that certain outlets might be discontinuing the Crunchwrap and other beloved breakfast burritos. In honor of these retired repastes, online casino Spin Genie … Read more
With the Minnesota State Fair in full swing, one particular food item has proven to be a hit: deep-fried ranch. Served at Lulu’s Public House, the deep-fried ranch has drawn lines hundreds of people deep, as customers – perhaps out of curiosity – wait for the fair dish that has gotten everyone talking. Described by … Read more
Folks are feeling the burn as urinary tract infection (UTI) rates surge. UTIs are among the most common infections worldwide, affecting 50% to 60% of women at some point in their lives, and they seem to be becoming more prevalent. The disease burden rose by more than 68% between 1990 and 2019, recent research found. Even more … Read more
There’s some pasta-tively good news for Olive Garden fans. The Never Ending Pasta Bowl has returned — and it’s at a pre-inflation price. Olive Garden’s Never Ending Pasta Bowl has returned. Olive Garden Olive Garden’s fan-favorite officially made a comeback on Monday, Aug. 26, and the in-restaurant promotion is the same price it was in … Read more
This news will dampen some spirits — a new study finds that certain alcoholic beverages can raise the risk of developing gout, a painful form of arthritis. Men who booze at least five times a week have a two-fold higher risk of gout than those drinking less than once a week, according to researchers from … Read more
What happened in Bushwick didn’t stay in Bushwick. It took fabled Roberta’s 15 years, but the pizza paradise’s wood-fired ovens landed with a blast in the Penn Station/Madison Square Garden zone last month — a culinary and cultural upheaval that might change perceptions of the area’s fast-food commuter hell. Amazingly, the pizza, pasta and other Italian dishes that … Read more
This restaurant offers a lot of Bang-kok for your buck. Many venues aim to “transport” people to another country, but Bang Bang Bangkok is bringing Thailand to them. The Brooklyn-based fine-dining depot invites customers to eat their way around the Thai capital without leaving Gotham — thanks to immersive projection technology. In a trippy twist, … Read more
It might be time to put your method on ice. Life hack experts at @lifehackerau on TikTok revealed how people have been filling old-school ice cube trays incorrectly — and in the sloppiest way possible. “You’ve been doing it wrong this whole time,” the video narrator said. The water is supposed to run onto the … Read more
Veuve Clicquot has long been shorthand for luxury — name-checked in “Casablanca,” the Ian Fleming novel “Casino Royale” and “Downton Abbey.” But now the iconic yellow label isn’t cutting it with a certain set. On some of New York City’s high-end, Champagne-focused menus — at places like Aldo Sohm Wine bar, Coqodaq and Grand Brasserie — Veuve … Read more
He’s asking for their IDs — and they’re asking for his number. Luke Timm, 26, manages the door outside Lower East Side bar 82 Stanton, but the 6-foot-5 bouncer with electric hazel eyes has also become the reason for the crowd. “I don’t wanna sound like an arrogant a – – hole,” Timm, who lives … Read more
At one Waffle House, patrons wait up to six months to get in — and they don’t even get breakfast. Constructed at the site of the first-ever Waffle House, the establishment is located in Decatur, Georgia. However, it’s not a true diner, but a Waffle House Museum with a seriously long wait list. According to Thrillist, … Read more
The Bell is tolling for breakfast. Taco Bell lovers may soon be unable to grab their favorite breakfast burrito or Crunchwrap, with the chain announcing that some locations will soon be nixing the most important meal of the day. “Taco Bell is constantly evolving our menu to better serve our franchisees, team members and fans,” … Read more
Women with menstrual cramps may relish this home remedy — pickle juice. “Drinking pickle juice for menstrual cramps can be effective due to its high electrolyte content, particularly sodium and potassium, which can help ease muscle cramps,” California ER doctor Joe Whittington said on TikTok last week. He added: “The vinegar in pickle juice may … Read more
Quilt-y pleasure? Magnesium supplementation has become increasingly popular, especially among restless sleepers desperate to catch some zzz’s, but a nutrition professor is warning that the tablets aren’t for everyone. “Like many vitamins and supplements, some uses of magnesium are strongly supported by scientific evidence, while others are not,” Dr. Edward Saltzman, an associate professor at … Read more