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

McDonald’s puts new specialty drinks on the menu — and promises prices rival its bev competitors

McDonald’s puts new specialty drinks on the menu — and promises prices rival its bev competitors

McDonald’s is shaking up its beverage menu. According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, the fast-food chain is set to offer energy drinks and specialty sodas as part of a broader overhaul of its cold drinks menu at US restaurants later this year. Internal company documents viewed by WSJ indicate that the new … Read more

‘5-4-3-2-1 method’ is the money-saving hack that makes grocery shopping a cinch

‘5-4-3-2-1 method’ is the money-saving hack that makes grocery shopping a cinch

Grocery shopping shouldn’t drain your energy — or your bank account. It can be draining to sit down and make a grocery list, but going to the store without a list can also lead to overspending or buying things you won’t use. To avoid these issues, social media users are using the 5-4-3-2-1 method to … Read more

Cruise passengers debate BBQ versus chicken and waffles as new free lunch menu debuts

Cruise passengers debate BBQ versus chicken and waffles as new free lunch menu debuts

Dining on one popular cruise ship is getting a comfort food shakeup, and passengers are divided over the change. Carnival Cruise Line is testing a new free lunch menu, Chicken, Waffles & Waves, on select ships, offering a mix of fried chicken, waffles and classic barbecue in one location, according to Cruise Hive and other reports. The … Read more

West Coast bakeries named among US best for must-try pastries

West Coast bakeries named among  US best for must-try pastries

The West Coast is taking the lead, one irresistible pastry at a time. Food & Wine’s 2026 roundup of America’s best pastry cities crowns Los Angeles as the champion, highlighting a scene that rises above the rest. BadAsh Bakes in Pasadena steals the spotlight, known for its crave-worthy, often sold-out cinnamon rolls in flavors like … Read more

Scandal-plagued Noma restaurant to quietly open LA shop while hawking $150 balsamic vinegar online

Scandal-plagued Noma restaurant to quietly open LA shop while hawking 0 balsamic vinegar online

Weeks after Noma’s world-famous chef René Redzepi announced he was “stepping away” from the restaurant amid a series of scandals, a Los Angeles shop selling the eatery’s pricey sauces and other fare will debut. The first-ever US-based Noma Projects store plans to set up shop in Silverlake, just down the road from where the Michelin-starred … Read more

Humble South LA food hall finds viral success, hits national stage as two chefs are tapped for top awards

Humble South LA food hall finds viral success, hits national stage as two chefs are tapped for top awards

In a city obsessed with glitz, omakase tasting menus and $1,500 dinners, two of Los Angeles’ biggest culinary stars of the moment can be found slinging seafood and sweetcorn quesadillas — out of a humble food hall at one of the city’s grittier corners. Formerly more than a little off-the-grid, the humble Mercado La Paloma at … Read more