Nine in 10 Americans are eating ultra-processed foods without realizing it, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 general population Americans explored how respondents think, feel, and make decisions about ultra-processed foods, and just how far off their perception is from reality. Respondents estimate their diet consists of only 16% ultra-processed foods; however, the … Read more
Anthony Bourdain’s memoir-in-essays, “Kitchen Confidential,” was first published in the year 2000, when the domestic economy was roaring, and with it the restaurant and travel industries. There had once been a wide gulf between the upscale Le Cirque and downscale Papaya King crowds, but “Kitchen Confidential” helped bring the hungry middle populace to the table … Read more
Southern food may have a reputation for being heavy and unhealthy, but celebrity chef Tiffany Derry says that stereotype misses a big part of what’s traditionally been served on tables across the South. “I think a lot of times that criticism comes from folks who don’t actually understand the South,” Derry told Fox News Digital. … Read more
Be sure to drink your ovaltine. Fruits and vegetables are only half as nutritious as they were 60 years ago, a new study revealed. US produce harvested today is lacking in crucial nutrients, including vitamin C, calcium and iron due to drastically declining soil quality, researchers at the UK-based Deep Science Ventures found. According to … Read more
SNAP, crackle, flop. Recent SNAP changes tied to the 2025 GOP tax and spending package, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), have cut off or delayed food benefits for millions, leaving states scrambling to cover the shortfall and legislators and recipients alike concerned about further cuts. Long known as food stamps, SNAP provides food … Read more
Americans looking to save on a quick and easy breakfast may want to look beyond the usual fast-food favorites, as a new ranking highlighted several unexpected chains that also deliver plenty of bang for your buck. The food site Tasting Table recently highlighted 12 breakfast chains that it says offer standout value, including familiar names … Read more
This year’s New York City Wine & Food Festival features offerings from celebs and, in a sign of the times, some non-alcoholic fare, Side Dish can exclusively reveal. Star Sylvester Stallone is slated to attend a dinner that’s part of the fest to tout his Carbonadi Italian Vodka brand. Bryan Cranston will be at tasting … Read more
Cheez-It is buffing up. The toddler-approved snack is getting a “wellness” makeover as Cheez-It releases a protein-packed version meant to amp up its original nutrient value. Thew swap comes amidst the latest “protein maxxing” craze driven by GLP-1 patients, who need to preserve muscle mass while losing (and losing, and losing…) fat. Cheez-It’s newest variation … Read more
It’s not such sweet news. Diet and mental health are linked, with research showing that what we eat is linked to the development of issues like depression and anxiety. And one study in particular has found early exposure to a popular food could cause anxiety later in life. Diet and mental health are linked, and … Read more
Down with the crown. Carl’s Jr. is igniting a beef with Burger King by offering free food to customers who trash the Whopper slinger’s iconic crown. “Easiest free burger of your life,” the petty patty purveyor declared in a viral Instagram post. “Because you deserve better, king.” Carl’s Jr. is offering a complimentary Angus Maximus … Read more
Just an extra 3½ ounces of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) a day was linked to a higher risk of chronic disease, according to a new large-scale analysis. The study, published Sept. 22 in the journal Family Medicine and Community Health, looked at nearly 8.8 million adults who participated in studies across the Americas, Europe, Asia and … Read more
The tamale was once a familiar presence on Mexican restaurant menus in the United States, sharing space with tacos, burritos and enchiladas. Increasingly, though, diners looking for one may have to search. Tamale entrées have dropped 7.8% from menus over the past five years, according to Technomic’s Ignite Menu data comparing the second quarters of … Read more
Some couples will do just about anything to keep their relationships alive — even if it means banishing each other from the dinner table. Welcome to the era of the “food divorce,” where otherwise happy couples eat separately, even when living in the same house. “A food divorce is when two people who live together … Read more
Fast-food chains are going old school with an innovative customer service update: human cashiers. The push for touch-screen kiosks, mobile app deals, and digital ordering has been sweeping across favorite fast-food chains for years. McDonald’s, Burger King and Starbucks have all offered exclusive in-app promotions to nudge customers online, while installing self-service kiosks in place … Read more
Bring it on down to Biscuitville. The North Carolina-based chain has claimed the title of America’s best fast-food breakfast for the fourth year in a row. Despite operating in just three states, its breakfast has beaten out all other national chains. It earned the top spot in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards and … Read more
A woman who was told her gastrointestinal issues were “food poisoning” actually had stage three colorectal cancer. Kara Miller, 41, first headed to the GP in September 2021 after watching Deborah James – otherwise known as BowelBabe – on morning TV urging anyone with bleeding from their back passage to get checked. She was told … Read more
While NYC has no shortage of celebrated restaurants, sometimes we must yield to the call of the quaint, and this seaside town more than delivers. In a recent roundup of the best small towns in the country, Travel + Leisure crowned Mystic, Connecticut, as the best of the best for destination dining. Made famous by … Read more
Unbe-leaf-able! A Southern California city is waging war against a green-thumbed taxpayer — slapping him with fines for planting a sumptuous, front-yard garden full of fruits and vegetables. Michael Sherman of Chino was shocked when a $750 fine for “overgrown vegetation” showed up in his mailbox in April — followed by a $500 fine in August. Michael … Read more
Burger King and McDonald’s are fighting for chicken nugget dominance. The two competing chains have both rolled out their newest take on the poultry pieces. Burger King dropped its latest version after the King said it listened to its royal subjects, while McDonald’s reintroduced its spicy chicken nuggets. Both have also added sauces for dunking … Read more
Northwest Naturals is recalling nearly 2,000 pounds of raw cat and dog food after federal testing found salmonella and listeria monocytogenes contamination in two chicken products distributed nationwide. The Portland, Oregon-based company is voluntarily recalling 53 cases, or 1,272 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and 19 cases, or 684 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for … Read more