Call it chardonn-AI. Artificial intelligence has created an algorithm that can trace wines to their original sources, and perhaps more importantly, detect cheap knockoffs being corked as a collector’s delight. “There’s a lot of wine fraud around with people making up some crap in their garage, printing off labels and selling it for thousands of … Read more
It takes less than 30 minutes for Americans to start to feel relief after indulging in their favorite sick-day foods. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 millennial parents of school-aged children. Results revealed that soup (65%), broth (42%), crackers (35%) and popsicles (35%) topped the list of parent’s favorite comfort foods. Other less common … Read more
A tale of fire and ice? It appears that we’ve hit “rocks-bottom” when it comes to bizarre food trends: A Chinese street hawker redefined “cold cuts” after they were observed cooking ice cubes on a grill, as seen in a video going viral online. In the eyebrow-raising clip, filmed in Changsha, Hunan Province, the unnamed … Read more
This trend will really butter your biscuit. TikTokers are fawning over the latest fire food fad: Butter candles. Akin to a Panera bread bowl, content creators are making candle sticks out of sticks of ghee — complete with a wick — and placing them, lighted, into a loaf of bread that has been hallowed in the middle. … Read more
A new cocktail lounge will feature its own in-house “Soprano” – as Michael Imperioli, the star of the famed mob show, launches an upscale speakeasy on the Upper West Side, Side DIsh has learned. Imperioli, best known for playing Tony Soprano’s troubled nephew Christopher Moltisanti — opened Scarlet, at 468 Amsterdam Ave., on Tuesday. The … Read more
Good news, sushi lovers: Wasabi could improve your memory. A new study from Japan’s Tohoku University suggests that the spicy green topping could boost both short- and long-term memory. While the team of researchers knew that wasabi was linked to a wealth of health benefits — such as antibiotic, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties — they were … Read more
Mario Batali has parted ways with the Big Apple for good, ranting, “there’s enough a**holes — I’m done with that town.” The chef who was once a Manhattan fixture launched the tirade during his first public return to cooking on screen Friday, in a livestream of his virtual cooking show “Molto A Casa,” from his … Read more
A restaurant in Japan is leaving customers a bit slaphappy. Patrons at an eatery called Shachihoko-ya in Nagoya, Japan, can pay waitresses to slap them in the face, as revealed in a hilarious video. For the price of 300 Japanese Yen (about $2 USD), Kimono-wearing, stone-faced women will slap the eager customer’s cheeks with a … Read more
Potatoes can be cooked in a multitude of ways whether you like them fried, smashed, peeled or baked — but people are divided over involving the dishwasher in the process. TikToker @bengiusd went viral after sharing how his family cleans their potatoes, opting to toss them in the machine rather than handwashing each spud individually. … Read more
This redefines eating on the road. An Oregon woman is making waves online after claiming that she lives outside 24/7 and even eats roadkill because she doesn’t want animals to “die in vain.” “I’m really good at knowing when an animal is fresh,” Manders Barnett, 32, told South West News Service of her literal roadside dining … Read more
A Costco connoisseur has shown her devotion to the budget retailer by holding her birthday party in the food court of one of the cut-price superstores. The thrifty Floridian, known only as Madison, invited six family members along to her celebration on Sunday evening, filming the festivity for TikTok. “Today is my birthday, and I’m … Read more
Perhaps your skincare routine could use an unusual fin-ishing touch — sardines. Eating the small and oily canned fish makes skin look smooth and dewy like “glass,” according to TikTokers who swear by the method. TikTok creator Katia claimed in a video over the summer that she’s eating sardines every day for breakfast “for perfect … Read more
Forget peppermint mochas — the hottest java trend is fungi. Medicinal mushrooms, such as chaga, reishi or lion’s mane, are touted by wellness gurus for being beneficial to overall health by reducing inflammation, beating fatigue, or boosting immunity. Now, health-conscious brands are investing in therapeutic ‘shrooms in the form of coffee, combining ground java beans and … Read more
In a world of fast food restaurants sometimes associated with overindulgence, Subway could be a viable option if you’re looking to eat a quick and healthy meal. Nutrition experts say that with some planning, it’s possible to order a healthy meal at Subway thanks to the many veggies and the various breads to offer (wheat bread, malted … Read more
Chinese food is the most popular ethnic cuisine in the United States, with around 45,000 restaurants across the country, according to the Chinese American Association. However, how many of them actually serve authentic Chinese dishes? In general, fast-food eateries like Panda Express are a Westernized version of Chinese food. If you’re looking for more authentic flavors and … Read more
Judgment comes complimentary where these sassy servers work. TikTok user @kelly.ella86, a waitress at American Steakhouse, posted a video with her co-worker in which the pair confessed that they routinely pass judgment on their customers from the moment they arrive at the restaurant. The viral clip, which has 1.6 million views, is captioned “romanticizing our … Read more
On the day Israeli celebrity chef Eyal Shani won a coveted Michelin star for his West Village eatery Shmoné, he was near the Gaza border flipping steaks for IDF soldiers. Shani — who gained notoriety by charging $24 for a single tomato appetizer at his West Side restaurant HaSalon – shut down his 16 restaurants … Read more
All the Starbucks lovers out there have reason to celebrate today. On Thursday, Nov. 30, Starbucks Rewards members can get 50% off any drink at the coffeehouse between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. at participating stores. According to the company website, the offer is limited to one handcrafted drink per member and can’t be combined … Read more
Scores of protein bars were recalled Wednesday after customers found multiple foreign objects — including hairnets — in their snacks. Doctors Scientific Organica voluntarily recalled a portion of its Burn Boot Camp Afterburn Grass-Fed Whey Protein Bars “out of an abundance of caution,” the Food and Drug Administration said in a bulletin. The company — … Read more
Ozempic stole Christmas. New York City hosts and chefs are slimming down holiday spreads, nixing filet mignon and fondue for canapés and crostini, catering to shrunken appetites of guests on the weight loss drug. Upper East Side based philanthropist and author Jean Shafiroff is opting for lighter bites for a festive cocktail party she’s hosting … Read more