Hungry tourists scaling the Great Wall of China no longer have to worry about continuing their adventure on an empty stomach. People hiking the ancient monument can get food delivered to them straight out of the sky thanks to Chinese food delivery giant Meituan. A drone delivery service will bring food and other goods to … Read more
But will it ask for a tip? An artificially intelligent, self-driving delivery vehicle is the latest in robotic technology soon coming to streets near you — even as other autonomous automakers face probes over dangers with their vehicles. Tech company Vayu Robotics’ entry in the running is a sky-blue colored, mini Volkswagen van-looking machine — … Read more
Up the ante at your on-site lunch or annual office barbecue with these tantalizing corporate catering options in the metropolitan area — because lackluster buns with a squirt of mayo and week-old lettuce won’t exactly raise morale. More than just breakfastThe Granola Bar’s flagship opened in Westport, Conn., in 2013, and given the company’s moniker, … Read more
Restaurant owners are struggling to combat a growing trend involving Uber Eats delivery partners stealing the food they’re meant to be taking to hungry customers. Across social media groups and forums, news.com.au has found a number of examples of hospitality business owners complaining of dodgy acts that have left them out of pocket. The scam … Read more
This Independence Day, you’re sure to see red, white and a whole lot of food! The Fourth of July is here, and one of the main attractions of the holiday is the food that’s going on your plate and in your stomach. For those who aren’t big fans of standing over a hot grill and … Read more
Want to shop for groceries at Costco? Turns out, you don’t actually need a membership. An avid discount warehouse shopper created a value-sized stir on social media explaining how she snapped up some favorite items at the store without paying the $60 annual membership — and apparently, it’s as easy as tapping a few buttons … Read more
He ordered McDonald’s and got jack in the box instead. A trolling Doordash customer who ordered a McDonald’s burger with “everything removed” was impressed and amused after receiving a box with nothing in it. He described the literal nothing burger in a post with 53.3 million views on X. “I ordered a triple cheeseburger with … Read more
Here’s your reminder that Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12. If you’re looking for a way to make mom’s day a little sweeter — or if you need something last minute — there are plenty of fast food chains offering deals for the occasion. Call your mom and get her something yummy. Auntie Anne’s … Read more
Everyone is getting a piece of the pie. Customers who leave a gratuity for their Domino’s delivery driver now have more of an incentive to do so: they’ll get a tip right back from the company. The pizza chain is rolling out a new initiative, called “You Tip, We Tip,” starting Monday, April 29, when … Read more
This GrubHub customer got a side of romance with her delivery. Hannah Bullerman was only expecting fried pickles and chicken wings at her doorstep — but love rang instead in the form of a “kind-eyed” GrubHub driver. “It was so unlike me. I still can’t believe I did it,” Bullerman, 25, told People of their … Read more
There’s nothing more exciting than the anticipation of an Uber Eats delivery, especially when you’ve been craving it all day. But imagine the disappointment you’d feel if that eagerly awaited meal turned out to be… an empty box. You’d think – are Uber Eats trolling me? Is my actual delivery on the way? That was the bizarre experience of … Read more
What a sweet surprise! A woman claimed that her DoorDash driver bought her a chocolate bar to add to her order of menstrual pads. The person, who goes by @faeriebites on X, posted a photo of her pads and a Cadbury chocolate bar on the social media site. “STOOOOP HAHAHA I DIDN’T ORDER THAT CHOCOLATE … Read more
These fruits are forbidden no more. Americans no longer need to fly to Japan to taste one of their $90 strawberries. For the first time ever, US customers can get the Asian nation’s famously pricey fruits delivered right to their doorstep, courtesy of a trailblazing Japanese startup called Ikigai Fruits. The supplier is currently offering … Read more
That takeout sushi you like could be seriously sus. When a pricey takeout dinner arrives late and cold, it’s more than just another annoyance at the end of a long day — your meal could also wind up making you sick, experts warn. That’s because the longer prepared food sits around waiting to be collected by … Read more
If you’ve ever hoped to one day get Trader Joe’s delivered right to your front door, you’re out of luck. Despite the popularity of grocery delivery apps such as InstaCart and DoorDash, Trader Joe’s has remained firm in its stance not to deliver their groceries, per a recent ChowHound report. The grocery store states on … Read more
Need to passive-aggressively dump your significant other before Valentine’s Day? Pizza Hut has you covered. On Tuesday — known as “Red Tuesday” for its popularity as a date for couples to split a week before Valentine’s Day — the restaurant chain kicked off a heartbreak-inducing promotion offered to customers in select cities. Through February 14, … Read more
A restaurant owner in the UK couldn’t help but share the hilarious secret note he received — and now, the hush-hush message meant only for the delivery driver is going viral around the world. Waseem Banaras, the owner of Munchies Eston, had to laugh when he received a rare but honest delivery note. “Knock quietly, … Read more
This disgruntled driver dropped some serious food for thought. The sweet taste of revenge was fast-quashed by the bitter bite of humble pie for one food deliverer, who wrote an unsavory letter to a customer she’d mistakingly assumed was a tightwad. “POV: Your Door Dasher leaves a nasty note in your food thinking you wouldn’t tip,” penned … Read more
It’s time to turn over a new leaf — or sprout. Health is often top of mind come Jan. 1 — one of the most common New Year’s resolutions is losing weight. In 2022, 22 states had at least 35% of adults with obesity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Obesity is a disease caused … Read more
DEAR ABBY: My husband’s parents divorced 50 years ago when he was a newborn. Both remarried within a few years. My husband was raised by his mom and stepdad. His mother and father had little contact after their divorce. Because of that, my husband does not have a close relationship with his biological father, who … Read more