Exclusive | The Post pits NYC’s mighty chopped cheese vs. Philadelphia’s classic cheesesteak in the season’s biggest playoff fight

Exclusive | The Post pits NYC’s mighty chopped cheese vs. Philadelphia’s classic cheesesteak in the season’s biggest playoff fight

As the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers face off in the playoffs, the longtime rivalry is heating up off the hardwood and onto New York City menus. Some zealous Knicks fans have even gone as far as to “ban” the iconic Philly cheesesteak, while others are doubling down on New York’s humble bodega legend: … Read more

Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to anyone with a name ‘in the Mike family’

Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to anyone with a name ‘in the Mike family’

Firehouse Subs is handing out free sandwiches — but only if your name is “in the Mike family.” The popular sub chain, which has more than 1,200 locations in the US, revealed that it would give away medium sandwiches on May 6 to anyone named “Michael” or any variation, including “Mike,” “Mikey,” “Micheala,” “Michelle,” “Michele” … Read more

6 foods with hidden health benefits — including a ‘surprisingly nutrient-dense’ fan favorite

6 foods with hidden health benefits — including a ‘surprisingly nutrient-dense’ fan favorite

Turns out that guilty pleasure may be a virtuous vice. We tend to categorize food in black-and-white terms — “good” or “bad” for you, “naughty” or “nice.” There are “healthy” staples, like fruits, vegetables and fish that provide essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. A steady diet of these foods can lower the risk of chronic … Read more

Exclusive | Meet the ‘Cheese Witch’ who can read your destiny in a chunk of cheddar: ‘It acts as the connection’

Exclusive | Meet the ‘Cheese Witch’ who can read your destiny in a chunk of cheddar: ‘It acts as the connection’

The wheel of fortune is made of… cheese? Self-professed “Cheese Witch” Jen Billock has an unusual and edible approach to divination; rather than tarot cards, tea leaves, or open palms — she reads cheese. “One of my first food memories is looking into a cheese cave with my parents and being like, ‘Oh my God,’” … Read more

Australian woman’s ‘genius’ cheese hack divides the internet

Australian woman’s ‘genius’ cheese hack divides the internet

An Aussie woman has gone viral after revealing the unconventional way she slices cheese. Georgia Hillis, a Sydney-based marathon runner and mum-to-be, shared the technique with her Instagram followers and has since amassed over 1.5 million views. In the clip, the 31-year-old used an everyday vegetable peeler to shave thin slices of cheddar from a … Read more

$16 Erewhon cheese tied to E. Coli outbreak as California raw milk farmer fights recall

 Erewhon cheese tied to E. Coli outbreak as California raw milk farmer fights recall

Federal food authorities said they’re investigating a growing E. Coli outbreak this month tied to Raw Farm, a dairy farm in Fresno commonly described as the country’s largest raw dairy producer. But the company is fighting the claims, saying officials have provided no proof that their products are to blame. The U.S. Food and Drug … Read more

Long Island kids cook up best mac and cheese in state with recipe that’s not like mom used to make

Long Island kids cook up best mac and cheese in state with recipe that’s not like mom used to make

It’s NOT just like mom used to make. A crew of Long Island eighth grade boys beat out 260 entries to earn the title of best mac’n’cheese recipe in the state — with ingredients like sweet corn, Muenster cheese and garlic toast breadcrumbs. Eleven Southampton Intermediate School kids in the last-period cooking club also used … Read more

Babybel cheese is changing its iconic red packaging

Babybel cheese is changing its iconic red packaging

A major change is coming to a lunch box treat that’s adored by children around the world. Babybel, a French brand of small, round and individually wrapped snack cheeses such as edam, cheddar and gouda, has revealed it will be changing its iconic red packaging. The Bel Group, which owns the brand, announced a transition … Read more

Which cheeses to eat — and avoid — when considering heart health this holiday season: experts

Which cheeses to eat — and avoid — when considering heart health this holiday season: experts

Cheese has long been blamed for raising cholesterol — but cardiologists and dietitians say it’s not that simple, and holiday cheese boards don’t have to be completely off-limits. While some cheeses are higher in saturated fat and easier to overeat, they act differently from butter or processed meats in the body, according to experts. Large studies show … Read more

Simone Biles shades Packers with cheese grater hat after Bears husband rallies in overtime

Simone Biles shades Packers with cheese grater hat after Bears husband rallies in overtime

Victory smells good to Simone Biles. The seven-time Olympic gold medalist took to the field Saturday night after husband Jonathan Owens’ Bears downed the Packers in overtime, 22-16, with her group donning cheese grater hats to commemorate the thrilling rally at home. Captioning her TikTok video, “Cheese still stinks,” Biles can be seen holding her … Read more

Protein-packed cheese trend has fitness fans ditching bars, but experts say it’s best to go easy

Protein-packed cheese trend has fitness fans ditching bars, but experts say it’s best to go easy

A new protein-packed contender is muscling its way into the health and fitness world — and it comes straight from the dairy aisle.  Parmesan cheese has gone viral among gym-goers and health influencers who are looking for a whole-food protein source, with some creators nibbling it straight from the block.  On TikTok and Instagram, videos of people … Read more

A third of a cup of these ‘unhealthy’ foods a day actually lower your risk of dementia — and low-fat versions don’t work

A third of a cup of these ‘unhealthy’ foods a day actually lower your risk of dementia — and low-fat versions don’t work

Your favorite snack might be doing more than satisfying your cravings. New research from Sweden suggests that regularly enjoying a popular food Americans have long been told to limit could actually help lower the risk of dementia. But don’t go reaching for the low-fat version — the brain-boosting benefits don’t appear to carry over. toa555 … Read more

Historic Italian town replete with wine, cheese and vacant villas offers newcomers $30K to move there — on one condition

Historic Italian town replete with wine, cheese and vacant villas offers newcomers K to move there — on one condition

Say buongiorno to a new life. If you’ve ever dreamt of spending your days drinking wine, snacking on cheese and relaxing under the Tuscan sun, you can get paid to do so. One small Tuscan town is offering cash to potential residents willing to relocate there. Radicondoli, a small medieval town in the hills of … Read more

Walmart shoppers rage after waiting hours for 65-inch Mac & Cheese box — only for it to sell out in seconds

Walmart shoppers rage after waiting hours for 65-inch Mac & Cheese box  — only for it to sell out in seconds

These Black Friday shoppers are seeing red. Walmart customers were left fuming after finding out Kraft’s new limited-edition “Mac Friday Box” had sold out in seconds. The novelty item, designed to look like a 65-inch flat-screen, featured 65 boxes of classic Kraft Mac & Cheese inside and went on sale on the Walmart website at … Read more

Kraft’s ‘bizarre’ new Mac & Cheese flavor is inspired by Thanksgiving — but fans aren’t so thankful: ‘Is this rage bait?’

Kraft’s ‘bizarre’ new Mac & Cheese flavor is inspired by Thanksgiving — but fans aren’t so thankful: ‘Is this rage bait?’

The pie’s the limit for macaroni and cheese lovers. Fall is the time of year when people love to indulge in comfort foods — especially with Thanksgiving around the corner — and Kraft has combined two favorites to create a unique new meal. The brand new Apple Pie-flavored Kraft Mac & Cheese combines “two of … Read more

Here’s how Americans make the best grilled cheese, new survey reveals

Here’s how Americans make the best grilled cheese, new survey reveals

The people have spoken: America’s ultimate grilled cheese uses white bread, is cut into triangles, and layers in two cheese types, according to a recent survey. The survey polled 5,000 Americans from across the U.S. and found that, on average, two cheese types are included in the ideal grilled cheese. When opting to incorporate multiple … Read more

How unhealthy are saturated fats, really? The truth about the MAHA must-have — as RFK Jr. is set to change diet recommendations

How unhealthy are saturated fats, really? The truth about the MAHA must-have — as RFK Jr. is set to change diet recommendations

You butter believe this plan would be popular with carnivores and MAHA acolytes. Foods like red meat, butter, cheese and cream have long been vilified because they are high in saturated fat, which is widely believed to raise cholesterol and cause heart disease. Now, it may be time to break out the steak knives. Health … Read more

London’s famous cheese conveyor-belt restaurant is coming to NYC’s hot new food hall —here’s when it opens

London’s famous cheese conveyor-belt restaurant is coming to NYC’s hot new food hall —here’s when it opens

It’s a cheese-y concept. In 2019, the world’s first cheese conveyor-belt restaurant opened in London. Soon, it’ll be landing in New York City. Pick & Cheese will be crossing the ocean and opening its first U.S. location at Shaver Hall, the ambitious new food emporium set to take over the former Lord & Taylor flagship … Read more

Your cheese is teeming with microplastics — which kinds are worst

Your cheese is teeming with microplastics — which kinds are worst

It ain’t gouda news. A study out of Italy found that nearly all dairy products contain microplastics — and there are way more in cheese than in regular old milk. But not all cheese is created equal: Some varieties have more particles than others. A study out of Italy found that nearly all dairy products … Read more

Philadelphia cream cheese adds highly anticipated new item for the first time in its 150-year history

Philadelphia cream cheese adds highly anticipated new item for the first time in its 150-year history

Philadelphia, the popular cream cheese brand, is expanding its product line this fall to help make holiday baking easier. For the past 150 years, the Kraft Heinz product has been the go-to cream cheese for everything from topping a bagel to whipping up a batch of Buffalo chicken dip, as well as, of course, baking … Read more