Pepsi is spicing things up its own way this holiday season with a new, “festive” flavor that might put an end to your pumpkin spice cravings. The brand has released a first-of-its-kind holiday soda that tastes like “the holiday season in a can,” according to an early sip test from Allrecipes. Those are eager to … Read more
Schmear’s the deal. Kraft Heinz has announced the launch of an everything bagel-flavored version of their bestselling macaroni and cheese, reportedly in response to fan demand — but noodle nuts will have to work pretty hard for their dinner. The out-there taste treat will be available at Walmart, but via online order only. Serious buyers … Read more
It’s the spice that comes at a price. Every year, Americans eagerly await pumpkin spice season, but it turns out they’re often shelling out far more money for the beloved fall flavor. A study by LendingTree has uncovered the “pumpkin spice tax,” revealing that pumpkin-flavored products cost an average of 7.4% more than non-pumpkin alternatives … Read more
It’s no secret that everyone loves pickles — and brands are relishing the moment. After two years of begging from fans, Pringles announced the return of its second most asked-for flavor, Pringles Dill Pickle — as well as a return of their spicy seasoned Hot Ones line-up. It’s a big dill for pickle lovers because … Read more
Crack open a can of Shirley Temple and get ready for the holidays — courtesy of 7UP. “We are thrilled to confirm that 7UP Shirley Temple is on the way,” Andrew Springate, chief marketing officer at Keurig Dr Pepper, said about the recently rumored addition to the soda brand’s lineup. “A festive addition to the … Read more
It’s peanut butter and jelly time. M&M’s will add the first permanent flavor to the famed chocolate candy lineup since 2022, its maker finally announced after weeks of speculation — and the choice of PBJ has some candy lovers feeling less than sweet. The flavor is “designed to evoke the comforting experience of a classic … Read more
This spice has been spiked. Coca-Cola announced that it would discontinue its Spiced flavor after less than a year since it hit shelves. The Spiced flavor debuted in the United States and Canada on Feb. 19, just barely clocking seven months before being canned. It was the first alternative to classic Coke that was offered … Read more
In this case, believe the hype. Rapper Flavor Flav and US Olympian Jordan Chiles had a sweet moment together at the 2024 VMAs in New York on Wednesday. The duo opened the MTV Video Music Awards as the show’s first presenters of the evening. While on stage, Flav took a moment to acknowledge the stripping of Chiles’ … Read more
It’s a candy-coated comeback. Mars Inc. is debuting a brand new take on a fan-favorite M&M’s flavor that was discontinued in 2015: Peanut Butter & Jelly candies. “Peanut Butter & Jelly M&M’s are expected to launch soon!” announced the confection-centered Instagram account CandyHunting. The chocolate-filled pellets boast a “flavored peanut butter filling,” similar to the … Read more
This town is only big enough for one trend, and this year, everyone’s going country. From blockbuster flicks and chart-topping hits to the proliferation of Western wear and cowboy chic, pop culture is inundated with the scenes, songs and styles of the great American West — fitting for a particularly patriotic year for the US with … Read more
Here’s the scoop: No one’s melting for this classic ice cream flavor anymore. Chocolate chip ice cream — once a beloved freezer staple — could soon become obsolete. It didn’t even crack the top five flavors favored by consumers, falling to eighth place in a list of America’s favorite ice cream, per a 2024 survey … Read more
Maggie Steffens asked for more support for the U.S. women’s water polo team, and the captain received one particularly surprising response. From a clock-wearing rap icon. Moved by Steffens’ Instagram post, Flavor Flav has stepped forward to help the U.S. team as it goes for an unprecedented fourth consecutive gold medal at the Paris Olympics … Read more
Talk about not lovin’ it. Mcdonald’s lovers are irate that the fast-food giant is reinstating a delectable fan-favorite dessert — but it can’t be enjoyed in the US. Inflation-battered Mickey D’s brought back its special Confetti Cookie Dough McFlurry from last year, though only for Canadian clientele. The recently returned item is described on the … Read more
Coffee lovers know that drinking a caffeinated beverage first thing in the morning can fill their cup in more ways than one. In curating your overall coffee experience, the mug from which you drink it is just as important as the way you brew it, according to coffee experts and journalists Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen, who write … Read more
Australian grocery store Coles’ iced donuts have sparked a huge debate online over what the flavor of one of its pastries. While most of us have been sitting back and minding our own business these holidays, a Reddit post has been pinging non-stop after someone posted a question asking what the flavor of the delicious … Read more
New year, new flavors. If you’ve never heard of or tasted tamarind, 2024 is the year to introduce it to your taste buds. McCormick & Company, the top-selling maker of seasonings and spices, announced its Flavor Forecast 24th Edition Flavor of the Year: tamarind. The annual Flavor Forecast is a report “illuminating the latest culinary … Read more
So, you thought you knew how to eat Pringles. The average person might pop open a canister of the salty snack and place the concave side of the chip — which faces the bottom of the container — on their tongue, but they’d be foregoing flavor for ease of consumption. “Did you know that there’s a correct … Read more
A divisive bag of chips that only had 500 packets created is being sold online for a whopping $370. Doritos released a coriander-flavoured packet of crisps that were solely created for a giveaway rather than to be sold in stores. The chip brand’s move was met with scepticism and confusion on Instagram, where fans accused … Read more
Oreo fans are seeing red — and that’s a good thing. After a three-year hiatus, the iconic cookie brand is bringing the red velvet flavor back — the “most requested” of Oreo’s limited edition treats, according to People. The sweet sandwich will be available beginning Sept. 12 for a limited time only. The flavor remains … Read more
Trick and treat. Fanta is meddling in the dark arts this Halloween, horrifying thirsty hellraisers with a creepy new mystery soda flavor — one that turns tongues black. “[We’ve] got a spooky new mystery flavor that’s hauntingly delicious,” the brand’s website teased. “But be warned, your tastebuds are in for a fright. So, sip if … Read more