They’ve been keeping this a McSecret. Tired of McDonald’s food prices soaring amid inflation? A Texas TikTokker claims that she was able to save major McMoney by buying a “secret” $12 McDonald’s dinner box that feeds up to five people — and reportedly for half the à la carte price. “$12 Dinner Boxes at McDonald’s … Read more
Dragon’s beard candy, an ancient Chinese delicacy, has become one of the latest viral food trends within TikTok’s culinary community. With just a few basic ingredients and a little bit of practice, you can whip up this historic confection in the comfort of your own kitchen. Read on to discover the secrets behind pulling sugar strands like … Read more
Who doesn’t love a short king? We know Dunkin’ does. Dunkin’ announced that it would be temporarily renaming its small iced coffee to “Short King” for the first week of the season, honoring “Short King Spring.” The menu change is an ode to an online trend celebrating men typically under 5-foot-8. “Sometimes you don’t need … Read more
Oh, it’s bangin’? Forcing two rival sets of protein — beef and poultry — to come together in palate-pleasing peace and mouth-watering harmony is a Mickey D’s “monstrosity” that only true fast-foodies know about. Until now, that is. Former McDonald’s chef Mike Haracz reveals the once cost-effective “monstrosity” burger that every McDonald’s offered on its … Read more
What exactly the cluck? Chick-fil-A has gone from regional fast food curiosity to national staple in a matter of years for good reason — but the chicken sandwich slinger may need an intervention on the heels of this latest news: It’s about to start selling pizza. A statement released by the popular chain reveals that they … Read more
Oh, sugar! As the weather heats up for another spring and summer, the drinks cooler at your local corner store will once again step into its seasonal role as one of the hottest hangouts in the neighborhood, a magnet for thirsty locals looking to rehydrate via a dizzying selection of ice cold beverages. But be … Read more
What the hack? A food waste expert is pouring cold water on the recent crop of so-called genius food storage hacks popping up on TikTok. Ben Thomas, an environment manager for Waitrose, the U.K.’s most upscale national supermarket chain, was left more than a little unsatisfied by some of the most viral videos in the … Read more
Caesar salad, according to common acclaim, is named for Roman emperor Julius Caesar. You can stick a knife in that delicious myth. Instead, credit romaine emperor Caesar Cardini, an immigrant restaurateur from Italy, according to food historians. He lived in San Diego, California and operated restaurants there and just across the border in Tijuana, Mexico, with his brother … Read more
It’s a lucky weekend for Krispy Kreme customers. From Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17, the bakery company is bringing back the fan-favorite O’riginal Glazed Doughnut — a green version of their Original Glazed Doughnut — to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. While they’re available for purchase individually or by the dozen, customers will also … Read more
A slice of Times Square’s vast underbelly is quickly becoming one of Midtown’s coolest destinations. Steps from a recently abandoned Duane Reade and a massive, shuttered Sbarro’s at the neighborhood’s northern end, the concourse level of the 50th Street downtown 1 train station is home to a growing cluster of businesses giving Bushwick vibes in … Read more
Their computer system was Mc-Done-alds. McDonald’s restaurants around the globe were forced to suspend online orders following a computer system failure that impacted outlets in the United States, China, Australia and other countries. “We are aware of a technology outage, which impacted our restaurants; the issue is now being resolved,” the burger giant said in … Read more
Departing Costco CFO Richard Galanti provided an update Tuesday on whether customers might see changes to the cost of the warehouse retailer’s $1.50 hot dog and soda combo. The deal “is probably safe for a while” after his decades-long tenure as Costco’s CFO ends Friday, Galanti told Bloomberg. Former Kroger CFO Gary Millerchip will succeed Galanti. The hot … Read more
The now-viral Trader Joe’s Mini Tote Bag is all the rage right now, and those who missed their chance to get their hands on one will have another opportunity. The grocery store’s latest limited item is a $2.99 mini tote bag that comes in navy, yellow, red and green — and customers are rushing to … Read more
It’s a hole lotta drama. A couple of customers who said they ordered Dunkin’ bagels are complaining that what they received was more hole than bread, the Daily Dot reports. “Girl, I ordered a bagel at Dunkin’,” one TikToker said in a video posted this week with over 883,000 views. “Why is she wide open like … Read more
So, you had a few too many and now you’re left with a pounding headache and unrelenting anxiety. What gives? Often referred to as “hangxiety” — the one-two punch of anxiety coupled with the physical consequences of drinking alcohol — that pit-in-your-stomach unease the morning after drinking isn’t all in your head. While it can … Read more
There’s healthy, and then there’s “healthy.” Labels promising “all-natural,” “organic,” “naturally grown,” “non-GMO” and “free-range” ingredients inform shoppers that the food they’re about to consume is certifiably healthy. Or is it? National Geographic broke down some more common terms on heath food packing to help demystify the health food shopping experience. Organic For something to … Read more
We’re packing in packed lunches. Americans who have returned to the office in the wake of the COVID pandemic are less likely to bring food from home, psychologists say — and there are several reasons why. While the exact number of white-collar workers who now bring in a pre-packed lunch has not been measured, it … Read more
Aisle have what she’s having. A California-based registered dietitian is sharing the six foods she says she never leaves Costco without. Lauren Hubert, who has more than 367,000 followers on TikTok, praises Costco’s selection of produce, chicken products, almond flour crackers, frozen fruit and broccoli, whole-grain bread, and Poppi prebiotic soda. Hubert calls the West … Read more
LONDON/ACCRA — Major African cocoa plants in Ivory Coast and Ghana have stopped or cut processing because they cannot afford to buy beans, four trading sources said, meaning chocolate prices around the world are likely to soar. Chocolate-makers have already increased prices to consumers, after three years of poor cocoa harvests, with a fourth expected, … Read more
Luis Carlos Alvarez Zaragoza, a Brooklyn-based filmmaker and food influencer, recently claimed that two-star Michelin restaurant Sushi Noz serves smaller portions for women than men. Sushi Noz is facing an allegation about serving women smaller food portions when compared to men’s. TikTok/luiscarloszara In a one-minute and 34-second TikTok clip, Zaragoza, who goes by @luiscarloszara on social media, posted his grievances over … Read more