Some of LA’s most devoted cookie fans are pulling into a gas station to get their fix. Inside is Zooies, a cookie shop with dozens of flavors and a loyal following built by founder Arezou Appel, who still develops every recipe herself. “We are in a gas station,” Appel said. Sign up for the California … Read more
They got it twisted. Just hours ago, Costco posted an Instagram video for its 2.5 million fans with a major announcement: The big box store‘s famous — and much missed — churro will return to store menus for the first time since 2024. At first, fans rejoiced at the return of the prodigal pastry, which … Read more
This isn’t Rocky Road — but it’s definitely a rocky pint. A popular nationwide frozen dessert has been hit with an active recall over potential foreign matter contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall impacts So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints with best-by dates on … Read more
Costco’s new arrival is taking the cake. This week, sweet-seeking shoppers have spotted the chain’s popular pumpkin cheesecake, a squash-ed superstore delicacy with whipped pumpkin topping and a hefty sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg and other fall-forward spices. The reissue of Costco’s beloved dessert comes as pumpkin spice flavoring enters its peak season, with the ubiquitous … Read more
Bell has frozen over again. Taco Bell is catering to nostalgic Tex-Mex fans by introducing a brand new ice cream taco for a limited time. Created in collaboration with Oregon-based ice-cream company Salt & Straw, the Churro Ice Cream Taco ($3.99) features a taco-shaped waffle cone filled with churro ice, per a recent press release. … Read more
This ice cream often sells out in minutes, in limited drops every week — just like the exclusive streetwear merchandise at Supreme. I visited Henry’s Secret Ice Cream in West Hollywood on drop day: Wednesday at 12 p.m. About 1,000 pints of Chef Brad’s mint chip and mocha almond ripple were purchased for $21–22 each, … Read more
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
Fresh off National Ice Cream Month, the California Post set out to crown LA’s ultimate ice cream, with a visit to food festival Smorgasburg’s “ice cream alley,” described as a selection of the best independent ice cream makers in the city. I sampled ice cream — as well as frozen yogurt and gelato — from … Read more
Ice, ice, baby. Every New Yorker has an Italian ice hill they’re willing to die on — forget pizza, bagels or chopped cheese. When the mercury hits 90 degrees, loyalties turn frozen. The rivalry isn’t just about dessert. It’s about neighborhood pride. Italian ice — inspired by Sicily’s granita and brought to America by Italian immigrants … Read more
The warehouse giant’s latest food court weapon is already sending fans into a frenzy. Costco continues to expand its food court offerings as fans, food bloggers and viral mukbangers can’t get enough of their new releases. Just two weeks ago, the chain released new breaded chicken fingers with fans calling them a Chick-fil-A dupe. But … Read more
Who would have thought a simple delivery mix-up could turn an intimate family milestone into a global viral sensation? Content creator Nick Wilkins was understandably disappointed when his birthday cake failed to show up. Instead, his delivery driver handed him a custom gender-reveal cake meant for a couple named Sam and Melissa. With no way … Read more
It’s the low-Costco version. Can’t decide whether to have a croissant or donut? Not to fear. Costco allows sweet fiends to enjoy both simultaneously with the introduction of their new Mini Croissant Donuts — a hybrid of the two iconic breakfast pastries. These chimeric confections, baked by Canadian bakery CT Bakery, came to light recently … Read more
A sweet treat that can’t be beat. With summer in full swing, nothing sounds better than ending a long, hot day with a slew of desserts that delight the senses. But one stands above the rest, delivering a boost to gut health, joint pain relief and anti-aging benefits — and it’s probably already in your … Read more
They cover shipping. A Long Island family that recently dipped into the ice cream business is seasing the day by hand- delivering their delicious homemade product by boat to folks out on the south shore’s waters in need of a quick cool-down. “Anyone on Long Island will tell you that we all look forward to … Read more
The Myka Greek frozen yogurt chain that gridlocked a quiet sidewalk in the West Village planted its flag next to Radio City Music Hall last week. It’s the second location in NYC for the TikTok-famous fro yo (not including a clandestine window in Union Square), and the Midtown line is already as long as for some … Read more
That’s some good ol’ apple pie — just like McDonald’s used to make. On June 22, the Golden Arches will bring back its fried apple pies — a beloved menu item served at the fast food behemoth over 30 years ago, according to content creator Snackolator. While the deep-fried dessert, which is being brought back … Read more
Social media is currently losing its mind over a surprisingly simple hack: taking a classic, store-bought Krispy Kreme Original Glazed doughnut and pan-frying it. The result? A caramelized, ultra-crispy exterior with a warm, pillowy centre that’s currently going viral. This food hack took off after a TikTok creator decided to try and make a crispy version of … Read more
Summer in the Big Apple is right around the corner, and after a punishing winter with arctic temperatures and record-breaking storms, nothing sounds better than ending a fun day in the sun with a sweet treat. But rather than a typical Mister Softee cone, NYC dessert shops are offering a slew of jaw-dropping, out-there desserts … Read more
French fries and bacon are the two stubborn cravings that Dr. Evan Shlofmitz, an interventional cardiologist with Catholic Health, hears about most often from patients struggling to kick unhealthy habits. And that’s a big problem because both foods have high levels of saturated fat, sodium and trans fats, which increase LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, raise blood pressure … Read more
Costco’s bakery introduced a new dessert for spring — but shoppers aren’t so sweet on it. There’s a new Strawberries & Cream dessert at the retailer, featuring fresh strawberries, whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs in a large, shareable tub. It sounds like a sweet and refreshing dessert option, but Costco members are not thrilled … Read more