Sat, May 24, 2025

by: WIFR

Tips to stay food safe at cookouts this summer

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kick off to Summer, which means picnics at the park or beach. Although these can be spur of the moment, they can also lead to foodborne illnesses if prepared improperly.

by: Foodie

This Florida Restaurant Has One Of The World's Biggest Wine Cellars - And It Might Be Haunted

Bern's Steak House is Tampa, Florida, is well known for its stupendous collection of wine. Some locals also allege that the premises might just be haunted, too.

by: Parade

Costco Fans Weigh In on New Food Court Item: 'Yikes!'

Between the price and calories, the big-box store may have missed the mark on this one.

by: Chowhound

11 Worst Foods To Bring To A Tailgate Party

Tailgating is a great time to get together with friends and have some tasty food and drinks. But there are definitely some foods you should avoid bringing.

by: CNET

Top 10 Foods Contaminated With Microplastics. Here's How to Avoid Them

Munching on lunch? You might be getting a mouthful of microplastics with each bite.

by: KTVI

Care STL providing pet food, shelter, and more after the tornado

ST. LOUIS CARE STL is providing assistance to pet owners by offering temporary shelters for families who are unable to care for or house their pets. In addition to shelter, CARE STL is distributing pet food and offering same-day medical treatment for pets. These services aim to support families facing changes in their living [ ]

by: Reuters

Exclusive-US farm agency cancels food aid for children in poor countries

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has terminated 17 projects under a foreign aid program that funds school meals for children in low-income countries, according to an email sent from USDA to congressional staff. The cuts to the McGovern-Dole Food for Education program are in addition to 27 projects canceled last week under USDA's Food for Progress aid program, which sends U.S. commodities abroad for economic development.

by: Prevention

These Are the Riskiest Foods to Eat Right Now, According to Food Safety Data and Experts

These are the riskiest foods to eat right now, based on safety data and experts. From recalls to bacteria to watch out for, use caution when eating these.

by: wacotrib

Waco-area news briefs: Lunch with the Masters to focus on growing food at home

Items of interest around the Waco area, in brief.

by: fingerlakes1

Digital Slots and Finger Lakes Wine: The Casino App Trend Reaches Upstate | Fingerlakes1.com

The Finger Lakes region of upstate is both expansive and breathtaking. The area actually gets its name from how it looks when seen from above. Take out a map of the Finger Lakes and you'll see eleven thin, finger-like lakes that look almost like scratch marks on an otherwise green surface. People travel there by MoreDigital Slots and Finger Lakes : The Casino App Trend Reaches Upstate

by: deseret

Memorial Day 2025: The best offers on free and discounted food

Denny's, Shake Shack, Wendy's and other restaurants are offering Memorial Day deals

by: Oregonian

This food giant plans to hire 375k workers this summer

The company plans to open 900 new locations by 2027.

by: BBC

Stricken North Sea tanker gives food banks a boost

Reverend Matthew Price says volunteers picked up a cubic metre of frozen meat and fish from the ship.
Fri, May 23, 2025

by: Foodie

The Fast Food Restaurant Alton Brown Used To Love, But Now Loathes

Alton Brown admits that he has rosy memories of McDonald's but simply can't eat there anymore. Here's his complaint and how it may have come about.

by: WDSU

Camelot Nation supporting local marching band with 'Wigs and Wine' fundraiser

The foundation will host Wigs and Wine 2025 on Saturday, May 24, from 7 to 10 p.m. at The Library, located at 3629 Prytania Street in New Orleans.

by: WHTM

Is food delivery still worth the price?

(WHTM) — Food delivery is so convenient that millions of Americans now use it. But some are wondering if its still worthwhile, because that convenience comes with a big cost. Meal delivery has exploded in recent years. For just a couple of bucks, Grubhub, Uber Eats, and DoorDash would bring the restaurant right to you. […]

by: WMUR

Learn which foods to avoid while pregnant to reduce listeria risk

Pregnancy brings plenty of excitement and plenty of questions, with one of the biggest being what's safe to eat.

by: WOOD

Potential changes to SNAP worry Kalamazoo food bank

A major legislative package outlining tax cuts and spending is making its way through Congress this week.

by: KOIN

Oregon Food Bank says proposed tax bill will 'compound the problem' of food insecurity

"We really need our senators to step up and do the right thing for their constituents," Dexter said.

by: Delishably

An Unsettling, New Study Reveals That Some Fast Food Workers 'Can't Afford to Eat the Meals They Serve'

The numbers are disturbing.

by: WAFF

Kitchen Cops find food held past date limits, food temperature issues at steakhouse

The Kitchen Cops have sent out their final batch of scores before the Memorial Day weekend. Only a handful of problems were noted around the Valley.

by: People

Burger King Has a Week of Free Food for National Hamburger Day

Burger King announced that it will be rolling out a set of free items with a purchase of any item in the week leading up to National Hamburger Day, starting on May 22.

by: MSNBC

Trump's budget bill passes through House with cuts to food assistance

A new map from USA Today shows President Trump's budget bill could severely impact the poorest Americans by slashing food assistance. Atlanta Community Food Bank President and CEO Kyle Waide joins Chris Jansing to explain more about the impact of the cuts.

by: Reuters

'Our children are dying slowly' says father searching for food in Gaza

GAZA (Reuters) -Father of four Mahmoud al-Haw and other Palestinians crowd around a soup kitchen in war-ravaged Gaza, surging forward and frantically waving pots. Small children, squashed at the front, are in tears. Haw pushes forward in the scrum until he receives his share.

by: cleanplates

7 Ways to Save on Food Without Sacrificing Quality

Food has always been a big part of our budgets, and higher prices over the last few years have made that even more true. But with some strategy, you can save on food expenses and still eat the way you want. Between shopping smarter and reducing food waste, it's surprising just how affordable healthy eating… The post 7 Ways to Save on Food Without Sacrificing Quality appeared first on Clean Plates.

by: Parade

'I'm an Oncologist and This Is the Food I Add to Every Meal for Cancer Prevention'

Here's how to lower your risk of cancer with every meal.

by: NDTV

These Carb-Rich Foods Are Essential For Healthy Ageing

Carb-rich foods provide sustained energy, help maintain a healthy gut microbiome, regulate blood sugar, and reduce inflammation.

by: CNN

Food tech entrepreneur talks about the need for innovation | CNN

SusHI Tech Tokyo, one of the Asia's largest startup conferences, is a gathering of entrepreneurs and investors from around the world. Oishii CEO Hiroki Koga speaks to CNN about the importance of technological innovation.

by: Forbes

Modern Croatian Wines Are Hard To Find But Well Worth Looking For In The U.S.

Although 95% of Croatian wines are consumed within the country, producers are looking to expand exports globally.

by: BBC

Mazi Project: Food poverty charity struggling to keep up with demand

Founder Melanie Vaxevanakis wants to raise £35,000 to support marginalised young people.

by: Newsweek

What RFK Jr's MAHA plan says about chemicals in food

The Make America Healthy Again Commission report seeks to prioritize whole foods instead of ultra-processed ones.

by: WGAL

2 former merchants sentenced to prison for $1M food stamp fraud

Adam Rashwan and Mervant Gharib allowed customers at their market in Harrisburg to exchange benefits for cash, which is illegal.

by: WJAX

Argument over food order ends in deadly shooting at Florida fast food restaurant

A Checkers fast food location next to an Osceola County tourist destination now an active crime scene.

by: NewsNation

The Food Babe: Americans 'mass poisoned' with chemicals

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released a report on chronic illness and the effects of ultraprocessed foods on Americans.

by: WTVD

New Food Vendors and The Soccer Tournament 2025 returns to WakeMed Soccer Park

TST has drawn more than 70,000 fan for the competition and it is expected to welcome its largest crowds yet in 2025.
Thu, May 22, 2025

by: Today

5 foods you have to try at Epic Universe

Luckily, most of these options are easy for grabbing and eating between rides.

by: Reuters

US farm agency to allow Iowa, Indiana to bar junk food and soda from food aid

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Thursday that she had signed waivers from Iowa and Indiana that would restrict some processed foods and sugary drinks from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

by: Parade

Did Food Network Just Spoil '24 in 24' Final 5?

The Food Network may have revealed the '24 in 24: Last Chef Standing' season 2 final 5 during a promo that aired during 'Cutthroat Kitchen' on Tuesday, May 20.

by: KWQC

Almost Friday Fest kicks off

The family-friendly event at Riverside Park features live entertainment, local food vendors, and a beer/wine tent, according to a news release from the city. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

by: People

Dozens of McDonald's Orders Wasted as Customers Ditch Their Food to Hoard Happy Meal Toys in Chaotic Video

The Happy Sets (what McDonald's in Japan calls Happy Meals) in question feature toys inspired by Chiikawa, a popular anime TV series about animal friends

by: Fortune

Female entrepreneurs are finding new ways to build a climate-resilient local food supply in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia must import the overwhelming share of its food, and due to the withering heat, nutritious fruit and vegetables can spoil quickly.

by: Oregonian

What's the best Oregon wine? Nominate your favorite for our Readers Choice Awards

Nominations are open until 11 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025.

by: earth

Wines may develop new tastes as climate patterns change

Climate change is affecting grapes used to make wine all over the world. This means wines might taste different in the future.

by: Pitchfork

Watch Wednesday Perform "Elderberry Wine" on Colbert

The Asheville, North Carolina, indie-rock band made its television debut last night

by: Prevention

This Common Food Was Just Linked to Heart Disease, Parkinson's

New research has linked ultra-processed foods to heart disease and Parkinson's disease. Here's what to know about the science and data behind the studies.

by: Forbes

Building A Sustainable Future For Food And Health

While precision agriculture is still a work in progress, the leap to prescription agriculture isn't far off.

by: BBC

Popular food spots hiding a world of exploitation

Dark kitchens are some of the places being targeted by immigration officers to find illegal workers.

by: WGME

Food insecurity advocates warn against SNAP cuts

Food insecurity advocates say kids, the elderly and people with disabilities will go hungry if the budget deal goes through.

Brazos Valley Food Bank preparing for new round of pending budget cuts

"The pantries are our lifeline."

The Brazos Valley Food Bank is bracing for potential budget cuts as part of the upcoming Farm Bill negotiations, which could impact the funding for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). TEFAP is crucial for the food bank, providing a significant portion of the food distributed to the community. CEO Theresa Mangapora expressed concerns about the proposed cuts, emphasizing the increased demand for food assistance due to rising living costs and the end of certain pandemic-era benefits. The food bank is actively engaging with local and state representatives to advocate for continued support and is preparing contingency plans to ensure they can continue serving the community effectively.

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