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The summer of the snackle box

Influencers have us all eating like toddlers now

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“Hunger is not just a statistic”: Rachael Ray takes on Congress

The Trump administration is expected to cut the SNAP by roughly 20%

03.07.2025 10

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“Hot Ones”: Owen Wilson on golf, grief and Da Bomb

The actor stars in “Stick,” a sports comedy television series that premiered on Apple TV on June 4

28.06.2025 10

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Kroger is set to close approximately 60 store locations nationwide in the next year

The news comes after a proposed $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons was blocked by the FTC

25.06.2025 4

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How "cereal milk" became a flavor

What began as a nostalgic leftover became a dessert phenomenon — and a million-dollar flavor

22.06.2025 4

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East LA resists ICE, 1 taco at a time

As ICE arrests rise, neighbors are finding ways to protect their local taco vendors

17.06.2025 20

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Zucchini deserves an apology — and a spot on your summer table

Summer's signature squash is often criticized for being too abundant. But is that really a problem?

14.06.2025 4

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“Hot Ones”: Tim Dillon stands by Long Island having the best food in the entire country

The stand-up comedian also defended whole milk and shared what he thinks is the most influential fast food item

10.06.2025 20

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How to build a farmers market dinner

A culinary expert shares his tried-and-tested tips for cooking up a feast using farmers market goodies

09.06.2025 4

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Radish greens are the real prize

From salads to pesto and stews, radish greens are not only edible, but incredibly nutritious and versatile

09.06.2025 8

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Luxe egg flights: Brunch's new bizarre flex

The viral brunch trend, which swaps out wine for hard-boiled eggs, has taken over TikTok

07.06.2025 9

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“Hot Ones”: Ana de Armas reveals what her last meal on Earth would be

The actor also revealed the one thing she hated doing in Ron Howard’s “Eden"

02.06.2025 20

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My kitchen needed ceramics. So did I

What started as a new hobby quickly turned into a lesson in patience and perseverance

25.05.2025 7

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Strawberries are at their peak — here’s what to make

From savory to sweet, these eight recipes are guaranteed to satisfy your strawberry cravings this season

23.05.2025 10

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Pop goes the culture: How boba got gentrified

What happens when a beloved cultural staple gets rebranded by big brands — and the story behind it gets erased?

17.05.2025 5

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What’s in season in May? 4 ingredients to cook with right now

In anticipation of spring's end, a culinary expert shares her top produce items to enjoy and cook with

14.05.2025 8

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How to actually enjoy fava beans, spring's most prized legume

They can be added into pasta or puréed to make a delicious spread on top of crostini

14.05.2025 3

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The Trader Joe’s tote bag craze has officially gone too far

More than a year after its first release, the California-based retailer has dropped pastel, spring-themed tote bags

11.05.2025 10

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How to order better tea at a coffee shop

Never settle for a stale, flavorless cuppa again

10.05.2025 5

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The cult of the Costco food court

And the $1.50 hot dog that built an empire

03.05.2025 3

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Tinned fish and cheese are a perfect match. Here’s how to pair them

I firmly believe that everyone should enjoy as much tinned fish as possible now that spring has officially sprung. That includes topping salads...

02.05.2025 2

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Martinelli's recalls over 170,000 bottles of apple juice due to potentially toxic substances

The recall was issued in 28 states on March 18 for 7,234 cases of the product, per the FDA

30.04.2025 4

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Breaking the sushi ceiling: How women are reshaping omakase

A new generation of women is challenging tradition in one of sushi’s most exclusive spaces

27.04.2025 10

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The FDA will phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes used in Mountain Dew, Fruit Loops and more

The latest initiative is part of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s ongoing efforts to “Make America Healthy Again"

25.04.2025 10

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The name of the grower behind a deadly E. coli lettuce outbreak has been disclosed

This comes after the FDA and CDC withheld the grower's name in its report, according to Food Safety News

24.04.2025 5

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A skeptic’s guide to loving tinned fish

Yes, tinned fish is an acquired taste, but it certainly doesn't have to be daunting

24.04.2025 5

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In defense of frozen peas

"Unless you’ve got peas in your own garden, there’s no advantage in using fresh"

22.04.2025 5

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From chamomile tea to jasmine tea, here are the best teas to sip on and savor this spring

The Institute of Culinary Education’s Ann Ziata shared her favorite teas to enjoy during the warmer months

18.04.2025 3

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Federal agencies won’t disclose the name of the grower behind a deadly E. coli lettuce outbreak

In the 2024 outbreak, a total of 89 individuals became ill across 15 states. One person died

09.04.2025 4

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The best supermarket tinned fish that tastes fancy but isn’t

A dive into the world of tinned fish and the affordable, high-quality options that shine

07.04.2025 3

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“Hot Ones”: Saquon Barkley says he has to meet Kevin Hart’s real-life eagle that’s named after him

Barkley discussed the current state of sports media and his favorite football film

07.04.2025 3

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“Hot Ones”: What happens to your body when you eat spicy food?

For some spice enthusiasts, eating spicy foods — and challenging their tolerance — is a sort-of addiction

06.04.2025 3

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Costco is no longer offering its weight loss management program at a discounted rate

The program was shuttered last year, but members can still receive weight loss management assistance through Sesame

04.04.2025 4

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Over 200,000 pounds of liquid egg products recalled due to potential cleaning solution contamination

Consumers who recently purchased the recalled products are urged to throw them away or return them

02.04.2025 4

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Why butter boards had a moment — and what they tell us about how we eat now

The TikTok trend of enjoying smeared, softened butter on a wooden board goes beyond just visual aesthetics

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People paying over $20 for Japanese and Korean strawberries. Are they worth it?

What do these strawberries have over Driscoll's?

29.03.2025 10

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How to make tanghulu at home — without burning yourself

The famed Chinese street food is coated in candied sugar, which can be tricky to prepare and handle

25.03.2025 8

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Spring’s must-have farmers market find? It’s not what you think

A nutrition expert shared the one item you should be keeping an eye out for this season

22.03.2025 5

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USDA has halted millions of dollars worth of deliveries to food banks without any explanation

The surprising move comes just days after the USDA terminated two food aid programs

21.03.2025 20

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Over 197,000 cans of green beans sold at Target have been recalled over foreign object contamination

Del Monte Foods, Inc. has recalled 8,242 cases of Good & Gather Cut Green Beans sold at Target locations nationwide

19.03.2025 10

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“Hot Ones”: Kevin Hart defends his tequila brand and shares why he’ll never perform his own stunts

The comedian and actor returned to the "Hot Ones" table to celebrate the talk show's 10th anniversary

17.03.2025 20

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RFK Jr. wants to completely remove the FDA's food additive program as part of MAHA campaign

The HHS Secretary said eliminating this loophole will provide more food transparency to consumers nationwide

12.03.2025 10

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McDonald’s is getting an AI “makeover” to ensure order accuracy and enhance its workers’ experience

The fast-food chain is implementing edge computing, Chief Information Officer Brian Rice told the WSJ on Wednesday

07.03.2025 10

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Trump tariffs could raise prices of produce from Mexico, Target CEO Brian Cornell warns

“If there’s a 25% tariff, those prices will go up,” Cornell told CNBC in a recent interview

05.03.2025 4

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Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen resigns following board’s investigation into his personal conduct

Board member Ronald Sargent will serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors and interim Chief Executive Officer

05.03.2025 20

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Why are potato chips still so expensive?

Inflation-weary consumers are turning to cheaper, generic chip options over their favorite brand-names

04.03.2025 3

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Should we be afraid of seed oils?

RFK Jr. is rallying against the oils as part of his MAHA movement. But are they really that harmful?

02.03.2025 10

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Rob McElhenney shares his favorite underrated, regional food specialty from Philly

The IASIP star also shared one of the "most humiliating and terrible experiences" in his life while eating wings

28.02.2025 4

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“I've got to stop some time”: Prue Leith revealed that she may be leaving “Great British Bake Off”

The star judge spoke about her future on the show in a recent interview with the Daily Mail

27.02.2025 10

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Grocery stores impose egg limits as prices soar and supplies shrink

In recent months, I’ve started playing a new game of luck before every trip to my local supermarket. It’s called “Will I Purchase Some Eggs...

24.02.2025 6

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