From ribbon candy in a glass dish to peppermint nougats pulled from a drugstore shelf, these old-school holiday sweets carry the texture, flavor, and small-town rituals that modern candy aisles rarely match. Continue Reading
Tini Younger, known online for approachable cooking videos, is releasing her first major cookbook, Today We Are Cooking: Recipes That Teach You to Think Like a Chef. The book expands her lesson-first approach for home cooks who want more confidence in the kitchen. Continue Reading
The International Wine & Spirit Competition has named its 2026 gin trophy winners, and all three top honors went to Asian distilleries. The results spotlight bottles from Japan, Laos, and Taiwan, not the separate World Gin Awards. Continue Reading
Instacart’s latest Halloween Sweet Tooth Report says Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups were the top candy by ounces sold, and the brand led in 40 states and Washington, D.C. The data also points to big regional differences that could matter when shoppers pick candy bowls this month. Continue Reading
Starbucks has directly denied speculation that it plans to buy Chipotle, after days of chatter following a report that it had explored a possible deal. For coffee drinkers and restaurant watchers, the statement signals Starbucks is sticking with its own turnaround plan instead. Continue Reading
Jersey Mike’s has launched a limited-time Mini Bundle that pairs any mini cold sub with a bag of chips for $7.99. The offer gives price-conscious lunch shoppers a lower-cost way into the chain’s menu. Continue Reading
Tea did not exactly “take over” America in 2026, but it has quietly reinvented itself in ways that fit how people now want to drink. The real story is less about teapots and tradition, and more about convenience, wellness, flavor experimentation, and function. Continue Reading
These once-familiar dishes filled lunch counters, church basements, and family tables for decades. Today, many younger diners see them as relics of thrift, texture, and taste habits that no longer fit the modern palate. Continue Reading
No-bake Halloween desserts can deliver maximum drama with minimal effort, from edible cookie dough cups to spiderweb cheesecake. These seven picks balance visual impact, smart make-ahead convenience, and the food-safety details that matter for party night. Continue Reading
Several respected pitmasters take a restrained approach to seasoning ribs, relying on salt, pepper, and a few supporting spices instead of heavy rubs. For home cooks, that can mean easier prep, cleaner bark, and ribs that taste more like pork and smoke. Continue Reading