What the cluck? Ina Garten ignited something of a debate this week after dishing up what some considered to be half-baked advice to her fans on Instagram. The criticism showered down like so much freshly-ground pepper after the Barefoot Contessa recommended slightly undercooking chicken, in order to avoid serving dry meat at the dinner table. … Read more
This chef is laying down the rules: behave — or get chopped. The newly-opened Frog Club in the West Village features a list of 10 things that will get you “86ed” if you do them — including not kissing chef Liz Johnson without her consent. The list, published on the restaurant’s Instagram, sets out the … Read more
Coffee lovers know that drinking a caffeinated beverage first thing in the morning can fill their cup in more ways than one. In curating your overall coffee experience, the mug from which you drink it is just as important as the way you brew it, according to coffee experts and journalists Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen, who write … Read more
In the anime world lives WcDonald’s — the McDonald’s-inspired restaurant seen in anime shows and movies — and it’s about to come to life. Beginning February 26, WcDonald’s will transform from fiction to real life in more than 30 global markets in collaboration with some of the biggest names in anime. McDonald’s will be bringing … Read more
Miami’s booming restaurant scene takes center stage at this week’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival – where old favorites and up-and-coming chefs hope to cook up more than just a few meals. The 23rd annual event, which runs Thursday through Sunday, brings together not only foodies but executives from the myriad of businesses that … Read more
If you’ve ever hoped to one day get Trader Joe’s delivered right to your front door, you’re out of luck. Despite the popularity of grocery delivery apps such as InstaCart and DoorDash, Trader Joe’s has remained firm in its stance not to deliver their groceries, per a recent ChowHound report. The grocery store states on … Read more
Beyond Meat is revamping its signature plant-based burger, hoping that healthier ingredients will help it boost flagging US sales. The El Segundo, California-based company said Wednesday its new Beyond Burger patties and Beyond Beef grounds cut saturated fat by 60% by switching from canola and coconut oils to avocado oil. The new beef products also … Read more
Is better-for-you fare at White Castle an option? It may take some extra work, but it’s possible to trade calorie and sodium bombs for lesser offenders at the popular fast-food chain that specializes in slider (or mini) sandwiches served on buns, according to experts. “Finding a nutritious meal at White Castle can be a challenge … Read more
Wanna turn back the hands of time? This diet may help. A study published Tuesday in the journal Nature Communications found that a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) can lower a person’s biological age by an average of 2½ years. The five-day FMD is rich in unsaturated fats and low in calories, protein, and carbohydrates — it’s … Read more
One mom’s hack for picky eaters is another’s laughing stalk. Cooking pro Kathleen Ashmore’s tried and true trick for sneaking vegetables into her children’s diet is “lettuce chips,” or cut-up pieces of romaine lettuce dipped in her homemade red pepper salad dressing. The private chef turned food blogger, who boasts millions of followers across social … Read more
Finding a delicious burger this cheap is certainly rare. A Brooklyn grocery store and café has become an overnight sensation for their scrumptious sliders — which sell for a shocking, budget-friendly $2.55. Jubilee Marketplace’s 20 Gram Café, aka Greenpoint’s 20 Grams, only began flipping their not-so-advertised, talk-of-the-town treats at the end of January. But one … Read more
It’s a hot spot in a cold climate. The world’s only McDonalds with a “ski-thru” window has become this winter’s destination du jour for snow bunnies who spotted the restaurant in viral videos on social media. McSki, located in Sälen, Sweden, first opened to the public back in 1996, but has been inundated with fast food … Read more
You’re hungry, you’re at Burger King — but you don’t want to overdo it. So what’s the plan? Erika Barrera, a registered dietitian and wellness educator with LEAF-E Nutrition in Arizona, and Kate Ingram, a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-owner of The Vitality Dietitians in Connecticut, offered menu suggestions in interviews with Fox News Digital. … Read more
Costco, Schmostco. The West Coast-based warehouse chain may be one of America’s favorite retailers, but don’t get blinded by the bargains, one expert warns — there are plenty of items you might be better off buying at your run-of-the-mill grocery store. In an article for Eating Well, food scribe Su-Jit Lin writes that no matter how … Read more
It’s a McMystery. A former McDonald’s corporate chef is addressing customer speculation that the fast-food titan — which has come under heavy fire for price raises resulting in $18 Big Mac meals — has also served shrunken-down Quarter Pounders. “Is the Quarter Pounder still a Quarter Pounder?” Mike Haracz questions in a TikTok clip seen … Read more
Want that long-lasting buzz from your morning coffee? Skip that second cup and try this surprising breakfast addition instead. Eating grapefruit with your java could potentially extend the effects of the caffeine and ward off that unwanted afternoon slump, according to Michelle Francl, a chemistry professor at Bryn Mawr College. “If you eat a lot … Read more
Rise and grind — or not. A sleep expert is sharing the best times to drink coffee so you can be livin’ la vida mocha — and it’s not as early in the day as you might think. Dr. Deborah Lee, who is working with the UK furniture maker Get Laid Beds, recommends preparing your first … Read more
We’re in the pink. Korean scientists have come up with an astonishing new type of lab-grown rice — one packed with animal protein. The rose-tinted spectacle has hungry tongues wagging in the sustainable food community, after researchers successfully showed they had been able to infuse raw grains with beef and cow fat cells. The bulked … Read more
New Yorkers are paying more than ever for their slice of the pie. The Big Apple has been named the most expensive pizza city in the country, as part of a new survey of America’s leading ‘za capitals. Gouge-weary Gothamites are now regularly forking over the most dough per pie on average — $33.65 for one … Read more
ChatGPT can do virtually anything — including getting you unlimited free McDonald’s meals. A so-called “millionaire” businessman bragged on a podcast that he’s used ChatGPT to scam McDonald’s into giving him 100 free meals by using the artificial intelligence system to generate fake complaints. Gage, co-host of All Things The Podcast and owner of re-selling … Read more