Prices for 6 grocery store staples are increasing right now as affordability spirals

Prices for 6 grocery store staples are increasing right now as affordability spirals

The cost of food has been increasingly volatile due to inflation, as evidenced by some cartons of organic pasture-raised eggs costing an offensive $13. And while the sunny side is that egg prices are expected to decline, the USDA is predicting several other grocery items will continue to get pricier this year. Prices of groceries … Read more

Exclusive | Sorry NYC, Joey Chestnut declares Long Island bagels the best

Exclusive | Sorry NYC, Joey Chestnut declares Long Island bagels the best

Competitive eater Joey Chestnut declared Long Island’s bagels “might be the best” after chowing down on a sampling of local bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches — which he washed down with 26 bowls of soft-serve ice cream. The perennial Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest champ’s frank admission could spark some red-hot debate in the Big … Read more

I’m a ‘certified pooper’ — what I keep in my ‘poopmaxing purse’ for optimal digestion and butt health

I’m a ‘certified pooper’ — what I keep in my ‘poopmaxing purse’ for optimal digestion and butt health

It’s a bowel movement in a bag. First, Gen Z started carrying around “anxiety bags” packed with essentials to calm their frazzled nerves, from fidget spinners to sour candy. But for those that can’t imagine anything more stressful than constipation — or, gasp!, putting a bare behind on a public toilet seat — a “poopmaxxing … Read more

Celebrate moms everywhere this Mother’s Day 2026 with food deals and freebies

Celebrate moms everywhere this Mother’s Day 2026 with food deals and freebies

It’s Mother’s Day, and there are plenty of deals and freebies to go around to make sure yours feels loved and celebrated. Whether you’re looking for something sweet, wanting to go the extra mile or forgot to get the mom or mom-like figure in your life something special, there’s still time to take advantage of … Read more

Potato fans rejoice as Ore-Ida makes exciting change to tater tots for first time in 20 years: ‘Buying these immediately’

Potato fans rejoice as Ore-Ida makes exciting change to tater tots for first time in 20 years: ‘Buying these immediately’

Ore-Ida is tapping into the nostalgia for fun food shapes and shareable food. The potato company is launching its first new Tater Tot shapes in nearly two decades, Dino Tater Tots and Star Tater Tots. Made with the same crispy outside and fluffy inside that fans know and love, the new shapes are permanent additions … Read more

The best Cinco de Mayo 2026 food deals: Chipotle, Taco Bell and more

The best Cinco de Mayo 2026 food deals: Chipotle, Taco Bell and more

Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s 5-5-’26. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s defeat of France in the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War on May 5, 1862. It’s a time to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage in the United States, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with food and drinks … Read more

Food, fitness top list of American obsessions: survey

Food, fitness top list of American obsessions: survey

According to new research, 64% of Americans believe the nation has a serious “obsession problem,” where people will find anything to obsess over. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found that over half obsess over food (65%) and health and fitness (55%). Food obsessions include everything from air frying (46%), zero-sugar drinks (45%), and snack … Read more

5 over-the-top milkshake spots in the US ice cream lovers need to try

5 over-the-top milkshake spots in the US ice cream lovers need to try

From classic diners to award-winning ice cream shops, a handful of spots serving up milkshakes across the United States are drawing national attention for their standout flavors and devoted followings. A recent Tasting Table roundup highlighted top milkshake destinations in every U.S. state, based on strong customer reviews and local acclaim. The ranking looked at different varieties — malt, … Read more

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ marketing mania turns popcorn and Diet Coke into haute couture

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ marketing mania turns popcorn and Diet Coke into haute couture

Collaborations? For a movie premiere? Groundbreaking. The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved movie “The Devil Wears Prada” releases in theaters today, May 1, and fans can’t get enough. To celebrate, a wide range of food brands, restaurants, movie theaters and so on have released collabs or movie-inspired products. Gird your loins. If you’re thinking … Read more

Costco makes controversial change to its $1.50 hot dog combo — for the first time in 40 years of business

Costco makes controversial change to its .50 hot dog combo — for the first time in 40 years of business

This may be tough for some chowhounds to swallow.  Costco, a members-only warehouse club, oft-praised for its $1.50 hot dog combo, which offers shoppers the meaty treat and a 20-ounce refillable fountain soda for a steal, is altering the deal to be more inclusive.  But, thankfully, not more expensive.  Costco is reportedly making a monumental change … Read more

Small bites: The best places to dine with kids in and around LA

Small bites: The best places to dine with kids in and around LA

Los Angeles has no shortage of buzzy restaurants, but when you’re dining out with kids, what gets a Mommy-Michelin star is a whole other ballgame. Ahead, the best restaurants for young epicures in and around LA. Pirates Dinner Adventure This interactive dinner theater in Buena Park takes place aboard an 18th-century Spanish galleon floating inside … Read more

Exact time of day your food cravings hit the hardest: survey

Exact time of day your food cravings hit the hardest: survey

Cravings hit hardest at 3:42 p.m., according to new research. A survey of 5,000 Americans, split evenly by state, looked at what cravings look like across the country, finding that the average person gets two cravings a day, with one in four experiencing cravings more often than this (24%). Regardless of the time, six in … Read more

MGM Grand buffet will close — the latest casualty as pricey Las Vegas chooses high rollers over regular Americans

MGM Grand buffet will close — the latest casualty as pricey Las Vegas chooses high rollers over regular Americans

The legendary $20 Vegas steak dinner is long dead — and now, the “All-You-Can-Eat” dream is on life support. The buffet at the MGM Grand Las Vegas — a staple of cheap, all-you-can-eat indulgence since the early ’90s — will permanently close on May 31, marking the latest casualty in the slow death of budget-friendly Las … Read more

The Chinese water hack TikTokkers swear makes them thinner — and helps them poop

The Chinese water hack TikTokkers swear makes them thinner — and helps them poop

Back away from the cold brew.  TikTok users are trading in their iced lattes for a new go-to drink to start the day, claiming a simple water hack has smoothed their digestion and even trimmed their waistlines. The no-frills habit is part of the broader “Chinamaxxing” trend that has taken over the app in recent … Read more

Chipotle is bringing back a fan-favorite — get it with $0 delivery for a limited time

Chipotle is bringing back a fan-favorite — get it with alt=

Chipotle is bringing back one of their best-selling limited-time offerings. The fast-casual restaurant chain announced the return of Chipotle Honey Chicken, which debuted last year in 2025. Starting April 28, the beloved protein can be ordered across all restaurants in the US, Canada and the U.K. The two signature ingredients in the Chipotle Honey Chicken … Read more

Restaurants ban diners’ phones during meals as no-scroll trend grows: put it away or else

Restaurants ban diners’ phones during meals as no-scroll trend grows: put it away or else

Diners at a growing number of restaurants and bars are being asked to stash away their phones — or even lock them up — as part of a push for more memorable nights out. The trend is gaining traction across the US, with more spots experimenting with restrictions, incentives or locked pouches, Fox News Digital recently reported. Charlotte … Read more

Exclusive | Queens Night Market is back —featuring a global assortment of tantalizing, but affordable grub

Exclusive | Queens Night Market is back —featuring a global assortment of tantalizing, but affordable grub

It’s a melting pot of eats. Since its founding in 2015, the Queens Night Market has evolved into one of the most acclaimed, varied and affordable food festivals in the world. This year, a virtual U.N. of new vendors is cooking up an array of tantalizing grub, including succulent Egyptian lamb chops, moist banana bread … Read more

Costco worker reveals why baked goods are never sold hot — and the risk behind it

Costco worker reveals why baked goods are never sold hot — and the risk behind it

Costco shoppers who stock up on croissants, bagels and pastries may have wondered why baked goods from the brand are never sold hot out of the oven — and they may finally have an answer. In a Reddit thread asking Costco employees what they wish customers would start or stop doing, one self-identified bakery worker revealed why … Read more

It’s Tax Day 2026 — the food deals and freebies to save on today: 7-Eleven, Grubhub, and more

It’s Tax Day 2026 — the food deals and freebies to save on today: 7-Eleven, Grubhub, and more

Need a tax break? Today, April 15, is Tax Day, and after all that time and energy spent filing taxes, you might want to treat yourself. Luckily, there are plenty of food deals and freebies available to get your hands on. File your taxes then head to one of these restaurants for extra savings this … Read more

Exclusive | Viral New York ‘Wing Scout’ has two unbreakable rules for buffalo wings

Exclusive | Viral New York ‘Wing Scout’ has two unbreakable rules for buffalo wings

He’s lord of the wings. A JFK worker is building a social media following as Long Island’s “Wing Scout” with increasingly popular reviews of the pub-menu mainstay that adhere to two cardinal rules: nothing boneless and no ranch dressing. “I’m hearing from restaurants that they’re selling out of their wings after I stop in,” Babylon’s … Read more