On the last Thursday of June, Cristy Cooper sat down on the toilet and immediately realized something was terribly wrong. What followed was unlike anything the 51-year-old had ever experienced. “The amount of pressure when it comes out,” she told The Post on a phone call from the hospital. “The force is crazy.” The Texas … Read more
Costco’s iconic $4.99 rotisserie chicken has earned a cult-like following among shoppers for years, but Consumer Reports says Sam’s Club now has the best bird in the warehouse club business. After evaluating rotisserie chickens from 10 grocery chains, warehouse clubs and big-box retailers, Consumer Reports named Sam’s Club’s Member’s Mark Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken its top overall pick, edging … Read more
The forecast calls for a dry Fourth of July in the Hamptons, at least for young partygoers. As in New York City and beyond, young people are shunning bottle service, with local proprietors scrambling to come up with suitable food and drink alternatives. Bagatelle Restaurant Group CEO Aymeric Clemente has seen that first hand. “Back … Read more
A beloved LA institution that has been slinging sandwiches for over a century has been crowned California’s most iconic sandwich shop, beating out the Golden State’s countless trendy delis and viral lunch spots. In a new nationwide roundup of the most famous sandwich destinations in every state, Business Insider tapped Philippe the Original as the … Read more
Orange County’s fine dining scene just took another hit. The county is now down to just one Michelin-starred restaurant after French eatery Knife Pleat in Costa Mesa lost its coveted star, ending a five-year run among the culinary elite. The latest blow comes just a year after Costa Mesa sushi spot Hana re was stripped … Read more
The Utz Quality Foods ongoing recall of their potato chips has risen to the highest level of recall, due to Salmonella contamination in a seasoning ingredient. Utz Quality Foods LLC recalled varieties of its Zapp’s and Dirty potato chips on April 28, due to a potential contamination linked to milk powder, according to the Food … Read more
Dunkin’ is celebrating America’s 250th birthday by offering a limited-edition Dunkin’ eagle cup, designed with a clear base topped with a sculpted eagle lid. “Whether you’re sipping a vibrant Refresher or a classic iced coffee, this collectible turns every drink into a celebration,” Dunkin’ said in a news release. The cup quickly gained traction online. Even before it appeared … Read more
Mark Wahlberg is bringing his growing restaurant empire to one of Orange County’s most coveted waterfront addresses. The actor’s beloved Mexican restaurant chain, Flecha Cantina, is taking over the former Whaler restaurant space at 2800 West Coast Highway in Mariner’s Mile, according to online reports. It’s not just talk, though. Flecha Cantina has was issued … Read more
If the Big Apple has one food trend that needs to die, it’s food halls – those indoor clusters of same-old “favorites” that might or might not be available at any particular time you go. Just-opened Shaver Hall on the ground floor of the former Lord & Taylor building on Fifth Avenue, now owned by … Read more
A bunless burger hack is beefing up social media. Fitness enthusiasts are blowing up about In-N-Out’s little-known 3-Patty Flying Dutchman, an off-menu creation boasting 44 grams of protein and just 4 grams of carbs, clocking in at 550 calories — but not everyone is buying the hype. The high-protein order exploded online after food account … Read more
Mickey D’s diners were unhappy with this meal. McDonald’s has issued a temporary upcharge that has led to major upset among loyal customers. The beef began when a disgruntled customer took to Reddit to share that when they ordered a Happy Meal, they were charged an additional $1.79 for the fast-food chain’s current toy offering, … Read more
If you thought you’d seen it all at California upscale wellness mecca Erewhon — the upscale grocery chain famous for turning pricey smoothies into ultimate status symbols — think again. The newest addition to the tonic bar just launched, and this one isn’t tied to an influencer or Hollywood star. Starting today, Angelenos can sip … Read more
It’s a hot dog. It’s a sandwich. It’s a…SubDog. But some suggest the sausage looks more like a real-life submarine, asking, “Why is it gray?” Subway Canada is hoping its new SubDog — a nearly half-pound all-beef hot dog served on the chain’s signature bread and loaded with customizable toppings — will settle the age-old … Read more
Americans will eat meals in their car three times a week – despite the risk of stained seats and greasy steering wheels. A poll of 2,000 adults found Georgians eat the highest percentage of drive-through dinners, gridlock-lunches, and bumper-to-bumper breakfasts. New Yorkers came in second place for the most popular ‘drive and bite’ states, followed … Read more
What the cluck. Federal health officials have issued a warning about chicken products due to potentially dangerous mislabeling concerns. The problematic poultry, sold at Kroger stores in nine states, is the subject of a public health alert courtesy of the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The agency issued the alert … Read more
When Americans think of the beverage that fueled the American Revolution, they usually picture black tea — but it turns out that green tea was just as popular. The Founding Fathers and their contemporaries drank both types of tea, Bruce Richardson, the Kentucky-based founder of Elmwood Inn Fine Teas, told Fox News Digital. British subjects “were … Read more
Check your receipts, because a restaurant might be charging a fee before you even order. A restaurant in Tampa, Florida, recently came under fire after a guest spotted a “venue fee” on her check. The restaurant — RO in Hyde Park — tacked on a 3% fee, a surcharge that was not posted anywhere on … Read more
Did we stutter? “The Office” star Leslie David Baker, best know for his portrayal of the perennially disgruntled and witty Stanley Hudson in the NBC sitcom, has opened a new Honey Baked Ham location in the San Fernando Valley. The Sherman Oaks location — jointly owned and operated by Baker and Tony Vennie, both residents … Read more
A beloved Denny’s in San Diego’s Point Loma neighborhood has permanently closed after nearly six decades in business, leaving longtime customers mourning the loss of what many called a community institution. The news came as a surprise to locals who headed to the beloved diner last week at the corner of Rosecrans and Jarvis Street when … Read more
Diners at Outback Steakhouse and other major restaurant chains in California are about to see a permanent shakeup on their menus — and it isn’t a new cut of beef. Starting July 1, the chain will be required to clearly disclose if each menu item contains any of the nation’s nine major food allergens, thanks … Read more