France has long held a reputation for having one of the finest cuisines in the world, but for vegetarians, choice has often been severely limited. So when France made the decision to serve 60% plant-based meals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, it was clear that it was a move not welcomed by all. “People were definitely surprised when […]
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The Force Is Strong in Oreo’s New Special Edition ‘Star Wars’ Cookies
For the first time ever, Oreo, the iconic chocolate sandwich cookies we all know and love, are representing a galaxy far, far away, with a branded Star Wars partnership in collaboration with Lucasfilm. As Food & Wine reports, Special Edition Star Wars Oreo Cookies will be available in two symbolic iterations, though both cookies will […]
Dolly Parton’s Got a ‘Southern Sweets’ Doughnut Collection at Krispy Kreme
At 78, Dolly Parton is as relevant as she’s ever been: releasing a 30-track album, performing at an NFL halftime show, and being featured on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. Now, this icon of pop culture is teaming up with an icon in the fast food space: Krispy Kreme has announced its new collaboration with Parton, a Southern Sweets Doughnut Collection featuring four new […]
An Upscale Disney World Restaurant has won its First-Ever Michelin Star
Walt Disney World’s Victoria & Albert’s restaurant, at the theme park’s Grand Floridian Resort, made history last week when it was awarded a Michelin Star. As Food & Wine reports, this fine dining destination is the first and only restaurant owned and operated by a U.S. theme park to hold the prestigious honor, according to Disney Parks […]
Another Siracha Shortage? Here’s Why
Your Summer is going to have less heat than usual this year. The Washington Post reports that after years of wavering availability and recipe changes, Huy Fong is facing severe weather that threatens its pepper supply — conditions that could lead to yet another sriracha shortage. Over the past few years, fans of Huy Fong Sriracha, the […]
Walmart Launches ‘Bettergoods,’ its Largest Private Label Release in Decades, focused on Unique Grocery Products
Regular Walmart shoppers are no doubt familiar with Great Value, the Walmart-exclusive brand of affordable groceries, cleaning products, and housewares that line the shelves. Now, customers will have hundreds of new items to peruse as they wander the aisles: The retail giant has announced the launch of Bettergoods, a private label focused on unique grocery products. It’s Walmart’s […]
New Study Shows Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Heart Disease, Cancer, and 30 Other Health Conditions
Individuals who fuel up with more ultra-processed foods (UPFs) might be increasing their risk for 32 different physical and mental health conditions, according to a February 2024 study published in The BMJ. As Food & Wine reports, this meta-analysis, essentially a study of the results of other studies, involved information from more than 9.8 million participants […]
Snoop Dogg’s Dr. Bombay Strawberry Cream Dream Ice Cream Flavor Is Here
Hey, remember when NFTs were a thing? During their heyday, Snoop Dogg immortalized his NFT avatar — a Bored Ape drawing named Dr. Bombay — with an MTV Video Music Awards performance with Eminem, a Dr. Bombay-themed collab with Skechers shoes, and in his own line of Dr. Bombay ice creams. As Food & Wine reports, Snoop’s ice cream brand […]
What are PFAS, What Foods might they be Lurking In, and How to Protect Yourself
There’s been about a seven-fold increase in Google searches for the term “PFAS” over the last five years. When you do that quick search, you’re met with a deluge of scientific data, research, and a whole lot of jargon — including some rather alarming headlines about PFAS showing up in the water we drink, the seafood we […]
Grill Season is coming, so Heinz UK and Mattel have teamed up to bring you… Barbiecue Sauce 
Hey, Barbie! Want some barbecue? As a salute to Barbie’s 65th anniversary, Mattel and Heinz UK announced the kind of unconventional collaboration that just made our heads turn: Heinz Classic Barbiecue Sauce. As Food & Wine reports, this “special sauce,” which is a mix of vegan mayonnaise and barbecue sauce, is the condiment mashup that none of us knew we […]