465 couples set world record for eating spaghetti strand together simultaneously

465 couples set world record for eating spaghetti strand together simultaneously

They’re passionate — and competitive — when it comes to their pasta. A restaurant chain in Germany assembled 465 couples to reclaim its title for the most people eating a single piece of spaghetti simultaneously, Guinness World Records reported this week. Vapiano, a pasta and pizza franchise based in Cologne, first set the record in … Read more

Tipping is so out-of-hand in NYC, even the Olive Garden adds automatic gratuities

Tipping is so out-of-hand in NYC, even the Olive Garden adds automatic gratuities

It’s the latest tipping point!  New York City diners have long been accustomed to having a mandatory gratuity added on to bills for large parties of six or eight. But, increasingly, it’s becoming common to see an 18% or 20% tip tacked on for parties of just one, two, three or four people — and … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals cheap supermarket dupe for Big Mac sauce: ‘Almost identical’

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals cheap supermarket dupe for Big Mac sauce: ‘Almost identical’

This will have fast food-aholics hitting the bottle. As the once sacred secrets of McDonald’s multibillion-dollar formula continue spilling out on social media, a former bigwig of the ballyhooed burger joint is now revealing which store-bought spread tastes eerily similar to the international brand’s top-tier tangy sauce.  “Do you want to buy Big Mac sauce from the … Read more

I love my small-town bakery — but I just discovered the shocking truth

I love my small-town bakery — but I just discovered the shocking truth

Viewers got a rise out of this. A befuddled TikToker was shocked to learn that a cute bakery she so adored was actually a massive chain operating in the U.S. and Canada. For the entirety of her youth, Eli Rallo would have sworn that Nothing Bundt Cakes “was a local, small-town, family-run business.” “I was, … Read more

How this one popular restaurant can make — or break — a mall

How this one popular restaurant can make — or break — a mall

Sourdough bread might be what’s keeping malls from going sour themselves. A new economic report suggests that the proverbial glue holding some of the nation’s shopping hubs together is a chain restaurant that needs no introduction — The Cheesecake Factory. Financial analyst Matt Reidy shared data this week that shows that 93% of loans backed … Read more

McDonald’s worker shares shocking breakfast secrets: ‘They won’t tell y’all this’

McDonald’s worker shares shocking breakfast secrets: ‘They won’t tell y’all this’

Now here’s a hot take on your hotcakes. As messy McDonald’s whistleblowers are steadily on the rise, unveiling the once-classified secrets of the hallowed hamburger shack, a shocking new revelation has surfaced detailing how the fast-food brand’s breakfast fare is prepared.  And it‘s sure to get some Mickey D’s devotees heated up.  “Things that McDonald’s won’t … Read more

Subway debuts a 180-foot ‘flying sandwich’ blimp

Subway debuts a 180-foot ‘flying sandwich’ blimp

You might get sanwiched in this “sandwich.” Subway recently unveiled a promotional, traveling 180-foot-long blimp in the shape of its new half-pound sandwich called The Beast — and it doubles as a floating restaurant suspended 1,000 feet above the ground. But the “Subway in the Sky” — which will have traveled to three cities nationwide … Read more

I spent 12 hours and $12 at the Golden Corral buffet — best day ever

I spent 12 hours and  at the Golden Corral buffet — best day ever

She beat “all you can eat.” A TikToker amassed online stardom after making a $12 Golden Corral free refill buffet last 12 hours. Said foodie named Madison called it her “best day ever.” “What an accomplishment. Unlimited food and drink for one dollar an hour,” she bragged after clocking out in a clip viewed over … Read more

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — why 10:30 is the ‘worst’ time to eat there

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — why 10:30 is the ‘worst’ time to eat there

He’s sharing his nuggets of wisdom.  Although most fast-food lovers would argue that a tasty bite from McDonald’s is a treat at any hour, the burger behemoth’s former corporate chef is virally warning happy meal munchers against patronizing the restaurant during its mid-morning transition.  “Why is 10:30 the worst time to go to McDonald’s?,” said chef Mike Haracz, … Read more

Nearly 10K Subway fans swear to change names for lifetime of free food

Nearly 10K Subway fans swear to change names for lifetime of free food

What would you do for a Subway sandwich? Last week, the fast-food chain announced a contest that would offer someone free sandwiches for life — if they just legally changed their first name to “Subway.” And it’s a tactic that’s actually working. Subway announced on Tuesday that in just 96 hours, nearly 10,000 people have … Read more

McDonald’s ditches McCafé Bakery items, fans revolt: ‘I’m so sad’

McDonald’s ditches McCafé Bakery items, fans revolt: ‘I’m so sad’

Goodbye, my lover — goodbye, my friend. McDonald’s is discontinuing its line of McCafé Bakery pastry items, The Post can confirm — and it’s all happening faster than you can say, “I’m Lovin’ It.” The three sweet treats in the line that will be no more include the apple fritter, frosted cinnamon roll and blueberry … Read more

Dairy Queen is getting rid of its cherry-dipped cone – just in time for summer

Dairy Queen is getting rid of its cherry-dipped cone – just in time for summer

There will be no more cherry on top – literally. Dairy Queen is discontinuing its famous cherry-dipped ice cream cone for now, right as we’re approaching summer – and some fans are devastated. “While it’s great to see our fans’ love for the Cherry Dipped Cone, we are always innovating our menus to showcase new … Read more

Pizza Hut Japan introduces cilantro-packed ‘Too Much Coriander’ pie

Pizza Hut Japan introduces cilantro-packed ‘Too Much Coriander’ pie

Pizza Hut Japan unveiled a pie called “Pakuchi Sugite Kusa,” which translates to “Too Much Coriander Herb.” The restaurant chain posted about the new menu offering on its Twitter page last week. The brand claims the pizza contains three stalks of coriander, also known as cilantro — so much that it will shock even Gen Zers, according to … Read more

I tried the Shake Shack White Truffle burger — save your money

I tried the Shake Shack White Truffle burger — save your money

Prized the world over and priced accordingly, the elusive white truffle has never been what you’d call a cheap date. So how, exactly, has the stuff of food snob fever dreams found its way onto the menu at Shake Shack? The burger chain’s new White Truffle Burger sounds promising enough — a Fontina cheeseburger, topped with … Read more

I didn’t tip on my Outback Steakhouse takeout — and got a rude ‘tip’ back

I didn’t tip on my Outback Steakhouse takeout — and got a rude ‘tip’ back

It’s always fresh in the Outback … literally. One woman on TikTok shared that after she went to pick up her takeout order at an Outback Steakhouse, they allegedly left her a “passive-aggressive” note on her receipt after she didn’t leave them a tip, sparking a debate in the comments. The creator, who goes by … Read more

I went to McDonald’s drive-thru for lunch — but left with bags of cash instead

I went to McDonald’s drive-thru for lunch — but left with bags of cash instead

One man’s trip to McDonald’s made no cents. TikTok user Josiah Vargas, who goes by the username @dookiedoeboy, has claimed that when he swung by his local McDonald’s drive-thru to grab a quick bite to eat, he was handed a bag full of cash in addition to his requested sausage McMuffin. The video, which has … Read more

‘If you’re sick, prove it’: Olive Garden manager fired after time-off tirade

‘If you’re sick, prove it’: Olive Garden manager fired after time-off tirade

One Olive Garden manager was caught being a real Grinch to employees this Christmas season — and now the team leader has been 86’d. Parent company Darden took action after a mean-spirited missive from the Kansas worker went viral, drawing negative attention to the brand, which has been struggling with inflation-related setbacks. “From now on, … Read more

I broke all the rules when I worked at Hooters — people were shocked

I broke all the rules when I worked at Hooters — people were shocked

You can’t just wing it with your Hooters uniform. A 20-year-old former employee is revealing the shockingly strict rules she claims the breastaurant has prepared for its workers. TikToker Charli, who goes by @glitterzbarbie on the platform, teased the number of “dress code rules I broke when I worked there.” The viral video, which has … Read more