California city cracks top 3 in America’s best foodie destinations — it’s cheaper than you might think

California city cracks top 3 in America’s best foodie destinations — it’s cheaper than you might think

There’s more to this town than sourdough. WalletHub has dished up its annual list of America’s best cities for foodies, spotlighting destinations where diners can feast on highly rated fare without spending a small fortune. One Bay Area destination landed at No. 3 — not bad for a place where the cost of living can … Read more

How LA residents are shunning pricey brick and mortar restaurants for hip backyard ventures

How LA residents are shunning pricey brick and mortar restaurants for hip backyard ventures

Talk about a home-cooked meal. From breakfast burritos in bungalows to tea parties on the lawn at hilltop estates, trendy home-based restaurants are popping up all over LA — unlocking a slew of new dining experiences as diverse as the City of Angels itself. And unlike the scores of street stalls taking over local sidewalks at … Read more

The air in your home isn’t as clean as you think — toxicologist reveals 3 major sources of pollution

The air in your home isn’t as clean as you think — toxicologist reveals 3 major sources of pollution

Home is where the heart is — but it could also be where your health troubles start. Americans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. But the air inside your home, office or school may not be as clean as you think it is. “Air quality indoors can be … Read more

Four foods you should never store in the freezer and where to keep them instead

The freezer can help food last longer, but some kitchen staples may be better off stored elsewhere. Some foods can lose their texture, flavor or overall quality after being frozen and thawed, according to a recent list from food and cooking publication Food & Wine. New Jersey-based Chef Dennis Littley, a culinary educator and founder of … Read more

Dolly Parton’s favorite comfort foods reflected Southern traditions she cherished all her life

As the world mourns country music icon Dolly Parton following her death at age 80, her favorite Southern dishes offer a taste of the traditions she cherished throughout her life. “We were born cooking, as they say,” Parton told Food Network of growing up as one of 12 children in Tennessee. “All of my life, I remember … Read more

Burger expert spills perfect patty secrets and ‘biggest mistake’

Soaking your burger bun in the grease and juices leftover from cooking the patty to add extra flavor may seem intuitive, but one chef says it’s “one of the worst things you can do.” To form a nice crust on the bun, executive chef Michael Hawk of the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, Florida, said to toast it … Read more

Social media is transforming the way Americans are cooking, survey suggests

One in five Americans would sooner take cooking advice from a “food-fluencer” than from their own mom (18%), according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults found that for many, social media is overtaking traditional ways of learning to cook — so much so, that even our own mothers can’t compete. Only 33% say … Read more

Costco’s cult-favorite sweet ingredient restocked after 2 years off shelves: ‘The best news!’

Costco’s cult-favorite sweet ingredient restocked after 2 years off shelves: ‘The best news!’

Chip, chip, hooray! A cult-favorite Costco ingredient is returning to shelves after two long years away, much to the delight of devoted Costco shoppers. The retail giant has officially restocked their Kirkland Signature Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips after pulling the item from shelves in July 2024. At the time, Costco cited rising cocoa costs as the … Read more

How higher grocery costs are reshaping Americans’ eating and shopping habits: survey

How higher grocery costs are reshaping Americans’ eating and shopping habits: survey

A third of Americans say they’re cooking at home much more than they did a year ago (31%), and squeezed budgets are the culprit. A survey of 2,000 Americans found that higher grocery prices and increased home cooking are reshaping grocery shopping habits, with 26% of respondents now choosing ingredients that work across multiple meals. … Read more

RFK Jr. launches ‘real food’ cooking show with healthy recipes under $5

RFK Jr. launches ‘real food’ cooking show with healthy recipes under

Can healthy eating really cost less than a drive-thru run? Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is betting it can with a new government-backed coking show aimed at proving nutritious meals don’t have to break the bank. The new program, “The Real Food Show,” makes “healthy, affordable cooking simple and accessible for every American,” according to the … Read more

Trader Joe’s fans are snapping up this new $3 product in multiples — because they say it tastes good on everything

Trader Joe’s fans are snapping up this new  product in multiples — because they say it tastes good on everything

Forget Everything But the Bagel seasoning — there’s a new cult-favorite spice taking over Trader Joe’s fans’ pantries. The grocery is known for its endless stream of viral products, now has another that shoppers are obsessing over. Trader Joe’s Aglio Olio Seasoning Blend is garlicky, spicy and the latest must-have to go viral.  The blend … Read more

Here are the biggest grilling sins, mistakes, and rules people make

Here are the biggest grilling sins, mistakes, and rules people make

Touching someone else’s grill (32%), skipping the resting period for meat (31%), and constantly lifting the lid (30%) are among the biggest grilling sins, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 Americans, evenly split by state, explored how respondents spend time around the grill, or why they may be avoiding it. Grilling remains a … Read more

Dear Abby: I love my husband — but I can’t stomach his cooking

Dear Abby: I love my husband — but I can’t stomach his cooking

DEAR ABBY: I never want to eat my husband’s cooking again. He refuses to follow recipes because he says they are “too hard.” He doesn’t use seasonings — or he uses the wrong ones. An example: He recently put cinnamon and cloves on zucchini and agreed with me that it tasted terrible. In addition to … Read more

Exclusive | Wealthy NYC investor goes viral turning leftovers into quirky celebrity portraits: “edible and unforgettable”

Exclusive | Wealthy NYC investor goes viral turning leftovers into quirky celebrity portraits: “edible and unforgettable”

When Harley Langberg, 38, visits the grocery store, he doesn’t carry around a shopping list. Instead, he’s in the aisles studying photos on his phone of Jalen Brunson, the NYC skyline and the FIFA World Cup trophy to find vegetables with the right colors and textures to recreate edible versions of the visuals. Hustling during … Read more

Food influencer recreates In-N-Out experience for parents at her East Coast home – and makes everything from scratch

Food influencer recreates In-N-Out experience for parents at her East Coast home – and makes everything from scratch

For some East Coasters, introducing their parents to In-N-Out means booking a flight to California. But for food influencer Grace Lewis, it meant building an entire knockoff drive thru at her New Jersey home. The content creator behind the wildly popular Crazy Korean Cooking page stunned millions after transforming her front yard into a convincing … Read more

‘The Bear’ gets a solid send-off in final season — after overstaying its welcome: review

‘The Bear’ gets a solid send-off in final season — after overstaying its welcome: review

Yes, chef, one last time.  The fifth and final season of “The Bear” takes inspiration from “The Pitt,” as the whole story takes place over the course of just one day.  This makes it the best season in several years. That’s not saying much; this show has always been more mediocre than its Emmys would … Read more

Smoking hot LA firefighter goes viral for his dreamy cooking skills, recipes

Smoking hot LA firefighter goes viral for his dreamy cooking skills, recipes

Move over, Gordon Ramsay. There’s a new chef turning up the heat in the kitchen, and he’s been handling major blazes for years. Scott Luft is a full-time Los Angeles firefighter stationed at Fire Station 86 in Toluca Lake who’s become something of a local legend — not just for his day job, but for … Read more

Exclusive | Doctors are taking culinary classes so they can prescribe food as medicine — it’s so much more than just ‘eat healthy’

Exclusive | Doctors are taking culinary classes so they can prescribe food as medicine — it’s so much more than just ‘eat healthy’

Every year, an estimated 1 million Americans die from food-related chronic illness. Poor diet can prove fatal — meanwhile, the benefits of a good diet are there for the taking. If we know what we’re doing.  When it comes to what we should be putting on our plates, though, it’s not always obvious. With social media … Read more

Exclusive | Brooklyn chef hailed for inflation-busting videos turning Dollar Store ingredients into luxury family meals — for only $5

Exclusive | Brooklyn chef hailed for inflation-busting videos turning Dollar Store ingredients into luxury family meals — for only

Chef Maurice Levene, better known online as “Chef Moe,” doesn’t just teach people how to cook. He teaches them how to survive inflation. The 43-year-old, Brooklyn-born chef has amassed more than 647,000 TikTok followers in just five months by showing viewers how to stretch a few crumpled dollar bills into hearty family dinners — often … Read more

The hidden health danger lurking in your spice rack — it could be the source of your symptoms

The hidden health danger lurking in your spice rack — it could be the source of your symptoms

When it comes to foodborne illness, most horror stories involve questionable takeout or spoiled leftovers that end in a long night of misery glued to the bathroom floor. But there’s another threat many consumers have never heard of — and you might be sprinkling it onto your dinner every night. Spices, experts warn, are “especially … Read more