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
Donut worry about giving in to that extra sweet treat. Overeating is an issue that plagues many, as researchers predict nearly half of US adults will be obese by 2035. But science may have an explanation for why we still reach for extra snacks even when we’re full — and it has nothing to do … Read more
‘Tis the season for festive treats. While a typical holiday dinner alone can pack more than 3,000 calories, it can be tempting to hold off on dessert. Three desserts not only bring a touch of international culinary delight, but they’re also packed with surprising nutritional benefits — including a beloved annual staple from Italy. Home-stock – … Read more
’Tis the season for holiday comfort foods and drinks — but this winter, experts warn that one cozy beverage may be doing more damage to your bones than many revelers realize. Sugary hot chocolate, while often made with milk, can actually weaken the bones because of its high sugar content, orthopedic surgeons say. While a cup of … Read more
A brand-new sugar-free Oreo variety is set to hit grocery shelves across the country in January 2026 — and social media users are skeptical. The Oreo website was updated Tuesday to introduce the brand’s new zero-sugar chocolate sandwich cookies, marketed to calorie-conscious consumers. Instead of sugar, the cookies feature sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which are artificial sweeteners. … Read more
A regional grocery store recently went viral after unveiling an unusual — and intriguing — treat: butter-dipped ice cream cones. Stew Leonard’s, a Connecticut-based chain with additional locations in New York and New Jersey, posted an Instagram video of the dessert on Nov. 20. The video shows an employee dipping a vanilla soft-serve cone in a bowl … Read more
Wake up and smell the cookies. National Cookie Day is celebrated on Dec. 4 every year, making today the ideal time to indulge in America’s favorite baked treat. Plenty of national brands, including Insomnia, Great American Cookies and Pepperidge Farm, are getting in on the dough-licious holiday, offering deals and freebies to celebrate. Here are … Read more
‘Tis the season for the hottest dinner table debate: Apple or pumpkin pie? While there might not be anything quite as American as apple pie, for a small sliver of the year, the classic dessert gets edged out by a seasonal star featuring the orange gourd. At Hoosier Mama Pie Company in Chicago, apple pie is the … Read more
A Times Square shop is the only place in the Big Apple where you can blow your diet with a BLT inside of a donut. The NY BLT donut sold at Japanese chain I’m donut ? includes a slab of smoked bacon, an organic egg, lettuce and tomato — stacked up inside a fluffy glazed donut, for $13. The … Read more
It’s a sweet day. Oct. 14 is National Dessert Day, and there’s no better way to make your day brighter than a mid-week dessert pick-me-up. You don’t need an excuse to grab your favorite dessert, but these deals are just the icing on the cake: Fazoli’s You donut want to miss this deal. To celebrate … Read more
The bigger the pie, the more room for sharing. ‘Tis the season for Costco and its massive pies. If you’re not familiar, typically every fall, the warehouse giant sells seasonal desserts that are so big, some weighing 58 ounces, around 3 pounds and 10 ounces to be exact, that they can easily feed a crowd … Read more
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
A favorite Costco bakery item has made a triumphant return after years of on-and-off appearances, and fans are once again rushing to grab it before it disappears. The Kirkland Signature Butter Cinnamon Sugar Loaf, first spotted as early as 2017, has developed a reputation for vanishing from shelves for long stretches, leaving customers to wonder if it … Read more
This dessert is the pick of the patch. Costco’s beloved Kirkland Signature Pumpkin Pie is officially back on shelves for autumn — and the colossal confection is taking up plenty of in-store real estate. The fan-favorite dessert weighs a whopping 58 ounces — that’s 3 pounds and 10 ounces of pie. Costco’s beloved giant Kirkland … Read more
It’s time to beet the odds. The average American lives to around 78 years old. The multi-billion-dollar longevity industry is focused on developing therapies and drugs to help people breeze past this milestone with ease. You may not need fancy gadgets and pricey protocols to reach that goal. Dr. Michael Aziz, an NYC board-certified internist and … Read more
It was supposed to be a sweet ending — until the mother of the groom decided the wedding cake wasn’t up to her taste buds. In what guests are calling a “wild” wedding stunt, one unapologetic MIL hijacked the dessert table — with a homemade carrot cake she smuggled in a Tupperware. “At my friend’s … Read more
Do you crumble when you see cookies? Go nuts when you spot a charcuterie board? Cravings for sweet or savory treats can be a challenge to manage. While occasional indulgence is fine, frequently caving to food cravings can lead to weight gain, cavities, digestive problems and even chronic diseases like cancer. In his new book, “Crave: … Read more
Goodbye, sundae scaries! Junk food tastes so delicious, but these cravings frequently sabotage diets because they lead to overeating and weight gain. Now, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have found a way that you can have your cake — and eat it too! They determined that following a nutritious meal plan that allows … Read more