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
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