Can healthy eating really cost less than a drive-thru run? Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is betting it can with a new government-backed coking show aimed at proving nutritious meals don’t have to break the bank. The new program, “The Real Food Show,” makes “healthy, affordable cooking simple and accessible for every American,” according to the … Read more
If you’ve ever tossed out a carton of milk or a container of yogurt solely because the date on the packaging had passed, you’re not alone. Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts. With no federal regulations requiring … Read more
People desperate to try viral food items are going so far as to pay others to wait in line for them at shops and restaurants. Line sitting, also called line waiting or line standing, has been a common practice in big cities like Los Angeles and New York, where people pay others to wait in line … Read more
It’s quite the head — or foot — scratcher. A now-viral video of a woman in a maroon, long-sleeve shirt scratching her foot — which appears to be covered with some sort of fungus — with a fork while eating in a public dining area on a Carnival Cruise ship has prompted the cruise line … Read more
They’re the leaders of the fast food nation. The best fast food in the US is not served at Burger King or other big-name chains. Instead, that high-octane honor goes to a Golden State grease depot many outsiders haven’t heard of — Tex-Mex chain Del Taco. At least, that’s the verdict rendered by USA Today’s … Read more
“Hospital food” has long been synonymous with packaged, ultraprocessed meals — despite the fact that hospitals are meant to promote healing. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital at the Great American State Fair in Washington, DC, Michelin-star chef Geoffrey Zakarian shared his initiative to improve what is served in US hospitals, following the concept that … Read more
Cracker Barrel is selling restaurant properties and exiting its Maple Street Biscuit Company business as it works to cut debt and improve profits. The Southern country-themed chain said Monday it sold the Maple Street brand and assets tied to 35 locations to Biscuit Belly LLC. Cracker Barrel will close the remaining 16 Maple Street restaurants. … Read more
They’re hot to tot. When one pictures the best fast food fries in the US, they might imagine McDonald’s or another multinational burger chain. However, the nation’s tastiest potato sticks are allegedly served at — wait for it — homegrown California Tex-Mex chain Del Taco, at least according to USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards … Read more
New day, new food scare. E. coli and Listeria were already putting shoppers on edge. Now, Cyclospora — a parasite that cause explosive, watery diarrhea — has people wondering if anything in the produce aisle is safe. If it feels like America’s food supply is under siege, you’re not imaging it. Foodborne illness outbreaks have dominated headlines … Read more
Fry or foe? While few could argue that French fries are one of America’s staple snack foods — as evidenced by July 10’s national French Fry Day and Los Angeles’ recent inaugural French Fry Festival — it’s apparently up for debate which style of fried spud reigns supreme. A recently resurfaced clip of Canadian-American comedian … Read more
Ditch the high-stakes snack selection. As the flight attendant pushes that cart down the aisle while you’re half-asleep, the pressure to choose the perfect snack and beverage is real. The highly anticipated mid-air snack time is disappointing when the options are stale or unpalatable. Delta Airlines dominated the survey with 30% of the vote and … Read more
Fried for all. Beloved big-box retailer Costco has expanded its food court offerings and is now delivering this hot, fried fan favorite to its food courts nationwide. Previously, Costco’s breaded chicken fingers were only available at select locations as the retailer tested the tenders. The coveted and divisive item is now available at Costco locations … Read more
Want free chow? Dress like a cow. Scoring choice Chik-Fil-A grub on the house today, July 14, lionized as “Cow Appreciation Day,” by the fast-food chain, is as easy as sporting spots and strapping on utters. From 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Chik-Fil-A, symbolized by a beloved bovine that encourages foodies to “Eat Mor … Read more
Are you ready for Freddy? California burger lovers are getting a taste of the Midwest, with Wichita staple Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announcing its expansion on the West Coast as dozens of new locations are set to pop up across the Golden State. The popular fast-casual chain, known for its fresh never-frozen beef, small-batch … Read more
The owner of a Southern California food truck was arrested recently for illegally processing an unusually large amount of food stamp transactions, according to photos and a criminal complaint obtained by The California Post. It comes as the state contends with SNAP fraud estimated to be in the tens of millions of dollars. Investigators had … Read more
Look what you made me eat. In addition to the star-studded guest list, concert-worthy performances by Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks, and an over-the-top design that transformed Madison Square Garden into an actual garden, the real standout of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding was the food served. A noted foodie herself, the pop star … Read more
A simple lifestyle adjustment could potentially slow down the body’s biological aging process, according to new research. The study, published in the journal Aging, investigated how a diet change and easy exercise regimen affected men between the ages of 50 and 74 over a three-month period. Researchers designed a clinical trial involving 48 overweight men in … Read more
Fast food “value” meals may no longer be delivering on that promise. Walk or drive up to any fast food joint these days and you’ll likely be shocked by the menu prices. Places that once thrived on value have fallen off the affordability train, taking customers’ money along the way. Since 2024, the price of … Read more
Buc-ee’s employees are spilling the secrets on the mega-chain’s food waste policy, and it’s not appetizing. Known for the “cleanest restrooms in America,” the chain has a cult-like following as it has become a very fun tourist trap with its massive gift shop and bronzed, smiling beaver to score a picture with. The world’s friendliest … Read more
Talk about a bad bite. With millions of international visitors to the US for the World Cup, on top of the usual domestic travelers, this summer is a busy time for travel and dining out. Which means, the risk for food poisoning also increases, as one state has unfortunately been crowned with the highest rates … Read more