The Surprising Reason This Shanghai Costco Is So Popular Brenda Rocha - Blossom/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Updated: Jan. 25, 2022 9:30 pm EST Those of us who make it a point to drop by Costco on a regular basis do it because we are fans of their Kirkland Signature private labels; that, or we just can’t stay away from the warehouse store’s edible offers, which include $1 hot dogs, pizza, and rotisserie chicken....
The Unexpected Reason One Woman Pulled Out A Gun In A Philadelphia Chipotle Shutterstocker3/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Sept. 23, 2021 12:50 pm EST A Chipotle in Northeast Philadelphia was preparing to close early on September 18, 2021. CBS Philly explains that this was due to staffing issues, but the cashier explained that customers could still order online. Still, not everyone was alright with this arrangement. Upon hearing the news, one woman in line pulled out a gun, and police said she said something along the lines of “if someone doesn’t make her food, she will be back, and there will be a problem....
These Hot Dog Hacks Are Perfect For Celebrating Labor Day Oleksandra Naumenko/Shutterstock By Khyati Dand/Sept. 6, 2021 9:08 am EST The days of summer and lounging around on picnic blankets may be coming to an end but there’s one last hurrah before you bid farewell to the sunny days. Labor Day weekend is a great time to gather friends and family, fire up the barbecue, and enjoy grilled meats with a chilled drink in hand whilst soaking up the sunshine....
This Is Zendaya’s Go-To Meal On Set DFree/Shutterstock By Lucy Maddox/Oct. 13, 2021 2:52 pm EST From slaying it as a trapeze artist in “The Greatest Showman” to capturing our hearts as MJ Jones in “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” Zendaya is a force to be reckoned with on the silver screen (via IMDB). While she may be best known as a talented actress, the quadruple threat is also a dancer, singer, and published author (per the San Francisco Chronicle)....
This Spontaneous Decision Led To The Creation Of Jet’s Pizza rblfmr/Shutterstock By Julia Mullaney/Dec. 17, 2021 8:27 am EST It’s hard to imagine Detroit-style pizza and not immediately think of the popular brand, Jet’s Pizza. Known for its deep-dish options, Jet’s website informs customers that it uses handmade dough and high-quality ingredients to bring its visitors the best pizza experience possible. Although Jet’s started as a pizza joint, it has grown to include plenty of other menu options....
Trader Joe’s Fans Are Loving This Raclette Cheese beats1/Shutterstock By Lauren Rothman/Dec. 29, 2021 3:44 pm EST If anyone in the world can claim to be an authority on cheese, it’s the Swiss, who literally have a cheese named after them. Switzerland has long had a vibrant and sustainable dairy industry (via The Guardian), which has resulted in the creation of many a delicious option, from the lacy Emmenthal cheese more commonly known as “Swiss” (per The Spruce Eats) to nutty Gruyère to mild Tilsit (via Taste Atlas)....
Travis Scott Might Not Have Another Fast Food Promotion For A While Steven Ferdman/Getty By Erich Barganier/Nov. 11, 2021 3:38 pm EST Back in 2020, Travis Scott made waves by promoting a signature meal at McDonald’s. According to National Post, the rapper boosted sales of the brand’s Quarter Pounder With Cheese by offering his name to a unique meal featuring said burger that came topped with extra bacon and lettuce, fries with barbecue sauce, and a large Sprite....
Twitter Is Infuriated With Starbucks Rising Prices. Here’s Why iMoStudio/Shutterstock By Felix Behr/Feb. 4, 2022 11:32 am EST Twitter is having a field day over Starbucks’ recent price hike. The coffee chain said the pressures of inflation have become too much and they will have to raise the prices of their menu items. The New York Times reported on February 1 that other issues the company pointed to were the disruptions the pandemic has wreaked upon the supply chain and rising labor costs....
What Giada De Laurentiis Really Eats Getty Images By Karen Miner/Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 5:07 pm EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It might be hard to believe that any celebrity chef eats just like the rest of us, and maybe harder still to believe it when that chef is Giada De Laurentiis. She did, after all, train at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, which brings to mind fancy gourmet meal after gourmet meal....
What Is Basil And How Do You Cook With It? Photo by amirali mirhashemian on Unsplash By Katie Lenhardt/Oct. 25, 2021 4:17 pm EST If you enjoy the vibrant green color and distinct flavor of pesto sauce on everything from burgers to pasta, you are probably familiar with basil, the versatile herb that lends its distinct flavor profile to the classic Italian sauce. But beyond pesto, there is so much more to basil than meets the eye, and knowing more about it is guaranteed to make you hungry....
What Makes Pepsi’s New Rockstar Unplugged An Anti-Energy Drink Facebook By Erich Barganier/Feb. 3, 2022 1:12 pm EST It feels like a million energy drinks have hit the market over the years. Brands that constantly reinvent their products, like Red Bull, Monster, and Celsius, seem to have fared well in the crowded market (via The Manual), while others, like Pepsi’s Josta or Coca-Cola’s Vault, couldn’t cut it, despite what Insider describes as an apparent cult following....
What You Should Know About Jack In The Box’s First Plant-Based Menu Item Noel Vasquez/Getty Images By Felix Behr/Updated: Jan. 18, 2022 4:17 pm EST Those who are looking for a meatless future, look no further than Reno, Nevada, or Monterey or Salinas, California. Forbes reported on October 15 that these three locations will serve as test sites for Jack in the Box’s new Unchicken Sandwich. From October 15 to December 12, or until they run out of supplies, Jack in the Box will offer their substitute chicken sandwich with mayo, lettuce, and tomato in their classic or spicy flavor options for $6....
What You Should Know About Trader Joe’s Food Labels Lewis Tse Pui Lung/Shutterstock By Emily Weaver/Nov. 15, 2021 5:04 pm EST Over the last decade or so, Trader Joe’s has really become a mecca for health and budget-conscious shoppers. Of course, the grocery store’s impressive catalog of seasonal delights doesn’t hurt either, especially around the holidays. But on a more serious note, it’s clear that Trader Joe’s works really hard to ensure it’s offering an inclusive variety of products that all customers can enjoy whether they are vegan, gluten-free, dairy free, or have other dietary needs....
Why Sbarros Are Disappearing Across The Country Facebook By Malcolm Bedell/Updated: Jan. 25, 2022 12:04 am EST If it’s been a while since you’ve set foot in a shopping mall food court or been stranded at a regional airport in the middle of the afternoon, it’s probably been a long time since you’ve eaten at a Sbarro, that middling staple of convenience food that features slices of too-sweet, too-doughy pizza served at room temperature....
Why You’ll Soon See Cinnabon And Auntie Anne’s Outside The Mall JJava Designs/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Jan. 12, 2022 7:07 am EST Many of us remember the time when craving a bite of Cinnabon or Auntie Anne’s meant heading to the closest mall food court to pick up one of their signature treats. But that may soon change, according to the snack chains’ owner, Focus Brands. As Restaurant Business reports, Focus Brands appears to be looking to move away from the cinnamon roll-and-pretzel tandem’s original retail and food court habitats in search of other — and potentially better — opportunities....
12 Flavored Water Brands, Ranked Worst To Best jinnawat tawong/Shutterstock By Sara Frazier/Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 5:28 pm EST Whether you’re new to the flavored water lifestyle or you’ve been sipping infused H20 for years, there’s no denying that flavored water (especially of the sparkling variety) has been taking the nation by storm. Drinking plenty of water is an incredibly important — and often overlooked — way to stay healthy. Luckily, flavored water seems to be encouraging consumers to enhance their hydration with fun flavors, minus the numerous negative health impacts of sugary sodas (via Healthline)....
Alton Brown Is Throwing His Hat In The Ring To Be The Next Doctor Who Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty By Erich Barganier/Nov. 29, 2021 8:32 pm EST Over the years, a variety of actors and actresses have portrayed the namesake Time Lord on the hit show “Doctor Who.” According to Screen Rant, thus far this character has never been played by an American actor, but that hasn’t stopped Alton Brown from dreaming. Brown, whose Twitter bio reads, “Thyme Lord,” has a soft spot for the British sci-fi television show....
Banza’s Newest Pasta Shape Is Perfect For Sauce Lovers Banza By Amanda Tarlton/Feb. 15, 2022 4:45 pm EST Craving a bowl of noodles smothered in tomato sauce and cheese but trying to cut back on carbs or eat gluten-free? Enter chickpea pasta, which has become all the rage in recent years as more and more people turn to plant-based protein sources. (According to the USDA, the average 2-ounce serving of chickpea pasta contains 8 grams of fiber and 14 grams of protein — much more than a helping of white flour pasta....
Chick-Fil-A Employees On Reddit Say This Is A Common Problem Bloomberg/Getty Images By Boshika Gupta/Dec. 17, 2021 1:27 pm EST Being a part of a massive fast food company like Chick-fil-A can require employees to work under immense pressure as they try to meet their customers’ expectations. Chick-fil-A claims on its website that it tries to cultivate a work environment that’s great for collaborations and promotes an “inclusive culture that leverages the strengths of our diverse talent to innovate and maximize our care for Operators, their Team Members and customers....
Chick-Fil-A’s Paper Cups Have Employees Divided Reddit By Erich Barganier/Feb. 11, 2022 3:51 pm EST Chick-fil-A has had a long history with their iconic styrofoam cups. Back in 2017, the brand started discovering ecological solutions for these containers and began recycling them to create other products, including benches and name tags, per Chron. But despite the good-natured intention of this recycling program, many diners didn’t feel like the fast food chain did enough to curb the environmental impact of their cups....
