Food
Chili’s says fired worker harassed coworker in pronoun dispute
A Louisiana Chili's employee who says he was fired for refusing to call a coworker by her chosen name and preferred pronouns is disputing the company's account of his termination.
U.S. up to 1,645 cases of domestically contracted cyclosporiasis since May
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday that it has confirmed 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis acquired in the U.S. since May 1.
Cruising sheds all-you-can-eat image as priorities shift to wellness
Global wellness cruise spending is expected to reach $14.2 billion in 2033, growing at an average rate of 10.2% from 2025 to 2033, according to Growth Market Reports. New options greet cruises: hospitality brands Four Seasons, Orient Express and Ritz-Carlton enter the cruise industry with luxury yachts heavy on wellness facilities.
These summer vegetable scallion pancakes are pillowy thanks to okra’s slime
If the South had a mascot, it would be okra. You love, hate or have an unfounded fear of okra - and the same is true of the South.
People have been fermenting food for millennia. Here’s why more people are focused on gut health now
More people are focusing on their gut health, as fibermaxxing goes mainstream, colorectal cancer rises among young adults and personalized gut microbiome treatments become increasingly popular.
74 things to do in (and around) Washington, D.C. this weekend: July 10-12
Museum activities dominate this' weekend's calendar of events in Washington, with 32 exhibitions making our list. Of course, these are just a few of the many exciting happenings in the area. Here are our picks for the weekend, all 74 of them.
Pina Colada Day: Premium rum turns America’s cheesiest cocktail into a craft obsession
National Pina Colada Day has always had the energy of a novelty holiday, the kind celebrated with paper umbrellas and mix from a can. But the way serious drinkers and bartenders talk about this drink has changed, and the reason has everything to do with what's happening to rum right now.
Dairy Queen closes 46 locations nationwide since early 2025
Dairy Queen franchisees have shuttered at least 46 locations nationwide since early 2025, with the newest round of closures wiping out all but one of the chain's Alaska restaurants.
Hooters closes all restaurants in four states amid restructuring
Hooters has shuttered all of its restaurants in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut and Minnesota, leaving those four states without a single location as the wing chain continues working through a bankruptcy-driven restructuring that began last year.
Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it
When it comes to losing weight, it turns out the simple math of counting calories doesn't always add up.
A hot dog Reuben is the deli classic you didn’t expect to make in an air fryer
Here's a whimsical take on a classic deli sandwich, made with hot dogs rather than the more standard corned beef, from our cookbook "The Instant Air Fryer Bible."
Joey Chestnut scarfs down most July Fourth hot dogs, wins 18th Mustard Belt
The champion reigned supreme as Joey Chestnut staved off a horde of hungry challengers at the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest on New York's Coney Island.
From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they're also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine.
What’s the perfect American hot dog? Depends where you grew up
Few foods feel more American than the hot dog, a mainstay at ballparks, street carts and Fourth of July barbecues.
Hot dogs for history: July 4 competition to feature America250 flair
The Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest at New York's Coney Island has been eagerly awaiting the nation's 250th birthday, with plans to up patriotism as competitors down the beef and buns.
This Stars and Stripes Pie is designed to wow on the Fourth of July
For the Stars and Stripes Pie in my cookbook, "50 Pies, 50 States," I wanted something that would be a showstopper at any Fourth of July barbecue.
California bans ‘sell by’ food labels starting Wednesday
California grocery shelves are getting a makeover this week as a new state law bans the "sell by" date labels that have long left shoppers guessing whether food is spoiled or simply past its prime.
California requires major restaurant chains to disclose menu allergens starting Tuesday
California restaurant chains faced a permanent overhaul to their menus this week, as a first-in-the-nation law requiring major food allergen disclosures took effect Tuesday.
Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry risks
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better.
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden?
