She was cooked. Giada De Laurentiis, 53, is revealing why she walked away from Food Network after 21 years as its star, citing burnout as a reason. “I would switch gears without knowing it every seven years,” the TV host and chef said on the recent episode of Rebecca Minkoff’s Superwomen podcast. “So I did … Read more
Oh, sweet — the ‘nanny state’ is back! Fast-food chains and coffee shops in New York City would have to slap a warning on menu boards and packaging under a new rule from the Adams administration. The city Health Department’s first-in-the-nation edict will mean labels warning on food and drinks with more than 50 grams … Read more
A mom has slammed her newly-married daughter’s wedding online, saying it was a total disaster and guests have made it a ‘running joke’. The couple allegedly spent around $20,000 on their big day but skimped out on food and drinks and didn’t even hire any entertainment. On top of that, they bought a fake cake which was inedible, leaving … Read more
The mystery around how a rat’s foot ended up in a toddler’s mouth has been solved. The saga began on March 22 when a horrified Kiwi mother discovered her young son was chewing on a rat’s foot. He had been served Pak’nSave garlic bread and when she alerted the company, it immediately implemented a nation-wide … Read more
It’s 4/20, and with marijuana being legalized in 24 states and the District of Columbia, it’s likely that many Americans will be partaking in celebrations. With 4/20 activities come the munchies — which are a real thing. The unofficial holiday seems to get bigger every year, and luckily there are plenty of food and dispensary … Read more
When creating an ideal sleeping environment, you might think of lighting, temperature and sound — but what about food? What you eat during the day can have a surprising impact on how well you sleep at night, according to experts. “Food choice is an essential consideration for ensuring good sleep quality. Some types of food promote … Read more
Italian pie-hards wanted a pizza him. Food historian Alberto Grandi had the nation’s pie makers up in arms after controversially claiming that the US — and not The Boot — is responsible for “pizza rossa:” the red tomato sauce that tops pizza. The culinary expert dropped these “blasphemous” gastronomic theories in his and fellow academic … Read more
A controversial TikTok mother from New York revealed how she “can’t afford” to feed her 12 children, struggling to stay afloat amid the cost of living crisis. Veronica Merritt, 39, claims she receives a one month payment from the government of $1,400 in food stamps, but she says that’s not even enough “because food is … Read more
Here’s some food for thought — literally. Teens who eat a junk-food diet consisting of sugar and high fat could suffer from long-lasting brain damage — specifically memory impairment, according to a recent study done on rats from the University of Southern California. Researchers fed rats a high-fat diet, then ran them through a series … Read more
Tax Day is April 15, making it an extra Monday-ish Monday. Since Tax Day is dreadful enough, some restaurants and food chains are offering deals and freebies to help make the particularly manic Monday a little sweeter. So file your taxes, then treat yourself! Anthony’s Coal-Fired Pizza At participating Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza locations, fans … Read more
Why does Coke taste so much better at McDonald’s? Popular food scientist Abbey Thiel is refreshing our memories. The special formulation of McDonald’s Coca-Cola has long been the subject of conspiracy theories, with the international burger chain trying to tamp down speculation in 2021 by revealing that one reason why its Coke is soda-licious is … Read more
Like so many other New Yorkers, Hani Mahmoud loves to go out to eat and try new things — but in an inflation-plagued city where everything seems to cost too much, the Upper West Sider struggles to avoid going broke from his love of food. And while landing a good meal for, say, $10 in 2024 … Read more
You’ll flip for these burgers — and more. A trusted travel guide brand has named the best fast food restaurants in America — and the list contains some delicious surprises. Fodor’s writer Geena Truman compiled the list, reportedly based on a year of extensive travel. The Chick-Fil-A brand may enjoy a great deal of popularity lately, but … Read more
Residents of up-market Sydney, Australia suburb Paddington are used to dining on the hoof but rarely is their food delivered by horseback. Locals were therefore surprised to see a man in an UberEats branded uniform deliver someone’s takeaway on a black horse on Wednesday. He was being guided through the streets by his phone, which … Read more
Valerie Bertinelli isn’t a foodie anymore. The 63-year-old “Hot in Cleveland” alum expressed her annoyance over Food Network’s recent slew of content, saying that the channel is no longer about cooking. She shared her thoughts on Threads Tuesday, blasting the network months after they fired her from hosting the series “Kids Baking Championship.” Bertinelli also … Read more
How many gory details about groceries can any moviegoer digest? The 2009 documentary “Food, Inc.” drew on the muckraking of Michael Pollan (“The Omnivore’s Dilemma”) and Eric Schlosser (“Fast Food Nation”) to reveal major problems with industrialized food production. The system, it argued, may keep supermarkets well-stocked, but most people have scant insight into how … Read more
After an 18-month closure, the dining room of the beloved Central Park Boathouse reopened under new management six weeks ago. It wasn’t worth the wait. The redesigned lakeside restaurant from Legends Hospitality, which runs the food concessions at Yankee Stadium and atop the World Trade Center, is more spirit-crushing than a three-pitch strikeout. It’s an insult to … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Anna Sawai can relate to the old saying that beauty is pain. “It took two ladies 40 minutes to dress me — on a good day!” Sawai tells Alexa about the stunning-but-cumbersome kimonos she wore to play Toda … Read more
Monday’s Total Solar Eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Many brands are taking advantage of the event by offering out-of-this-world deals for customers. Whether you’re in the path of totality and want some food for your eclipse viewing party or if you just want to celebrate, there’s a deal for everyone. Burger King Burger King is … Read more
Weddings are supposed to be a happy blur of expensive flowers, white taffeta gowns and top-shelf liquor on the open bar. Right? Well, a shocking number of nuptial attendees are needling their hosts on a lively Reddit thread that spills the champagne on some of the most embarrassingly cheap functions they’ve attended. Sure, wedding guests … Read more