Food
Aldi rolls out new store format across U.S. in 50th anniversary year
Aldi is overhauling the look and feel of its American stores as the German discount grocery chain marks a major milestone in the United States.
Kellogg is putting toys back into some cereal boxes as a ‘Toy Story 5’ tie-in
If you've missed rooting around in a cereal box for a toy, you're in luck.
Eggs reclaim the dinner plate as meat prices climb
As people seek out more protein for their diets, eggs are a surprising alternative to pricier beef and chicken.
The rise of the mini-meal: Are traditional meals over in American homes?
According to a February 2026 report from food industry research firm Datassential, more than 7 in 10 consumers skipped at least one traditional meal in the past month. That's not a small subset of busy professionals or college students surviving on coffee. It's the majority of American adults.
Researchers have spent decades breeding better potatoes for chips, and their work isn’t done
There's a surprising amount of science in a bag of potato chips.
A spiced nuts and seeds recipe from Linda McCartney’s plant-based ‘Family Kitchen’ cookbook
This recipe is excerpted from the cookbook "Linda McCartney's Family Kitchen." Linda was ahead of her time on plant-based eating in the '80s and '90s - today, it is much easier to follow a plant-forward lifestyle than when she wrote her first cookbooks.
Hardee’s franchisee ARC Burger files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy amid $29M in debt
A Hardee's burger chain franchisee that once operated dozens of locations across nine states has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation, adding another casualty to a fast-food industry battered by closures and financial distress.
Chili oil and chili crisp are still everywhere, why people can’t get enough
A 2024 study found 48% of younger generations will opt for the spicier version of a dish, given the choice. At the same time, the chili oil market is growing, valued at $12.25 billion in 2025. Chili oil and chili crisp feel more relevant than ever today, evolving beyond their traditional forms through new variations and applications that continue to redefine how they are enjoyed.
To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection
Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.
801 Chophouse parent company files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid beef price crisis
The parent company of 801 Chophouse, a high-end steakhouse chain known for Wagyu beef and entrees priced well into the triple digits, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection -- though the individual restaurants remain open and are not part of the filing.
Trader Joe’s settles $7.4M lawsuit; customers may be owed $102
Trader Joe's has agreed to a $7.4 million class action settlement over allegations that some of its stores printed too many digits of customers' payment card numbers on receipts -- and shoppers who made purchases during a narrow window in 2019 may be eligible for a payout.
Could more cattle cause record beef prices to drop? Ranchers say it’s not that simple
It's never been so expensive for Americans to buy a steak or hamburger, but cutting those costs requires ranchers like Stephanie Hatzenbuhler to raise more cattle - and that's not an easy ask.
PepsiCo’s sales jump after it cuts prices
PepsiCo's decision to lower prices and cut artificial ingredients paid off in the first quarter, boosting demand for its snacks and drinks.
Ranch dressing: An American staple that actually began life on … a ranch
Ranch is the best-selling salad dressing in America, and it has been since it took the crown from Italian near the close of the 20th century.
Greeks vs. Turks: Who gets credit for the broth known as a Homeric hangover ‘cure’
Many hardy souls in Greece believe a bowl of soup made of bovine bellies and legs can rid you of stomach ulcers, hangovers and various other ailments - if you're brave enough to try it.
Hot dogs and steaks and bacon, oh my! Meat raffles keep a beloved Midwest tradition alive
In these polarizing times, Minnesotans have found something they can agree on - the thrill of a meat raffle.
Home distilling ruling changes the rules — but not all of them
A landmark federal appeals court ruling last week struck down the 158-year-old ban on home distilling -- but for the millions of hobbyists eager to set up a still, the path forward is more complicated than the headlines suggest.
A freezer full of stock and a handful of shiitakes make a hearty, aromatic mushroom soup
Shiitake mushrooms from North Tabor Farm, on Martha's Vineyard, inspired this recipe from my cookbook "The Beetlebung Farm."
Federal appeals court strikes down 158-year-old ban on home distilling
A federal appeals court has struck down the nearly 158-year-old federal ban on home distilling, declaring the Reconstruction-era prohibition an unconstitutional overreach of Congress' taxing authority.
Wendy’s giving away free fries and Frosty today after Michigan’s title-game dunk
Wendy's is making good on a March Madness promise Tuesday, offering customers a free small fry and Frosty following a dunk during Monday's NCAA championship game.
