It’s not looking gouda for the fate of these cheeses. Certain French frommages are under threat of extinction due to a lack of microbial diversity, experts say, with varieties of bries, blues and the infamously stinky Camembert topping the high-risk list, according to the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS). “It’s very important to … Read more
Siggi’s Dairy is offering a prize of $10,000 if you’re willing to give up your smartphone for one month. The New York-based company, which is known for selling an Icelandic yogurt called skyr, announced the contest on Wednesday. “We’re introducing a NEW kind of ‘Dry January’ this year,” the company’s website read. “Instead of abstaining from alcohol … Read more
Sorry, kale. Raw milk — straight from the cow, sheep, or goat — is enjoying widespread popularity of late, but some health experts are warning loudly against pouring yourself a glass. Pasteurization of animal milk has been widely adopted as a basic public health measure — the fresh stuff is heated up to high temperatures in … Read more
Along with arguing over the taste, many holiday revelers debate the safety of drinking eggnog. The Christmas favorite is traditionally made with raw eggs, cream, milk and sugar to create a rich and creamy treat that can be spiked with bourbon, rum or brandy — or cause some to get sick if not properly made, … Read more
This grandmother is udder-ly inappropriate. A 96-year-old Iowa woman went viral on TikTok last month for reciting a racy “street slogan” for a centuries-old evaporated milk product. Holding up a can of Carnation Milk, Helen Ernst rattled off the crude, once-popular, jingle for her daughter — and, eventually, more than 17 million viewers. “Carnation Milk, … Read more
If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to chow down on cheeseburgers and cheddar franks — relish this moment. Scientists at the University of Chicago have discovered that a compound in red meat, dairy and other products might help your body’s immune cells fight off tumors. The compound, known as trans-vaccenic acid or TVA, seems … Read more
Got milk? Well, what kind? Cow’s milk consumption in America has drastically declined in recent years as people increasingly turn to soy, oat, almond or the long list of alternatives to splash in their morning coffee or mix in their vegan mac and cheese. But as consumers shy away from cow’s milk for health, sustainability … Read more
1,400 pounds of cheese from Cooperstown Cheese Company, based in Milford, NY, have been recalled due to listeria concerns, the Food and Drug Administration announced Friday. The FDA issued a warning encompassing a number of the company’s cheeses that were purchased, sold and distributed through farmer’s markets, restaurants and retail stores from June 21, 2023 … Read more
Go ahead, have a cheeseburger. A new study finds that whole-fat dairy — including cheese, whole yogurt and whole milk — can help to prevent heart attacks, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. What’s more, the study found that unprocessed red meat “can be part of a healthy diet.” Those are the surprising results from experts … Read more
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
It’s a retro food that’s made a comeback thanks to social media. Cottage cheese — long a polarizing dairy product — is now cool, with over 200 million views for #cottagecheese on TikTok. Users are racking up millions of views on videos sharing their twists on the curdled milk product, using it to make dips, … Read more
A 15-foot spoon stirred up an Arizona community when the giant red utensil was stolen from a local Dairy Queen and disappeared for more than a week. Phoenix residents were served a spoonful of mystery until a man searching for virtual Pokémon stumbled upon the larger-than-life cutlery near a middle school baseball field about two … Read more