Food & Drink
Exploring culinary trends, recipes, and the art of fine dining and beverages.
New restaurants open across the U.S. in July food and drink news
In July 2026, a Michelin-starred chef unveiled a vegan fine-dining restaurant in Omaha, Nebraska.
Airlines Elevate In-Flight Dining, 2026 Signals New Standards
Air Premia introduced a redesigned version of Beer Premia, a craft beer developed with Saenghwal Makju, available exclusively on its flights in 2026.
General Mills recalls 736,000 Pillsbury rolls for possible glass
Nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls, destined for Walmart in-store bakeries across 19 states, faced recall due to possible glass contamination.
Disneyland hikes food prices, impacting visitor budgets
The Wedge Salad at Disneyland's Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta now costs 23% more, adding $2.
Functional Ingredients Market Surges Amidst Growing Health Demands
The global market for bioactive ingredients, currently valued around $127.
SpaceX's Starship 40 Completes Successful Static Fire Test
After a series of spectacular explosions and public setbacks that once seemed to dim its prospects, SpaceX's Starship 40 just completed a flawless, full-duration static fire test of all six Raptor eng
Burger King: $2.50 Whopper Jr. for Royal Perks members on 4th of July
This Fourth of July, Burger King Royal Perks members can snag a Whopper Jr.
Valley's Best of the Valley Awards Crown Diverse Winners
A tiny, family-run taco truck, El Fuego Taco Truck, from the outskirts of town unexpectedly snatched the 'Best Street Food' title in the 'Best of the Valley 2026' awards.
Google Predicts Top Food and Drink Trends for Summer 2026
Google just told us what we'll be eating and drinking in the summer of 2026, two years before it happens, fundamentally reshaping the future of food.
Nestlé USA Completes Artificial Dye Removal in U.S. Portfolio
By June 15, 2026, Nestlé USA completed the removal of all artificial FD&C colors from its entire U.
Summer Festivals Offer Unique New Food and Drink Options
A 10-inch hot dog topped with delicate bonito flakes is now available at Tiny's Burger, igniting a summer food scene that savors unexpected, hyper-specific indulgences.
Maine Luxury Hotels Elevate Dining, Becoming Top Culinary Destinations
The White Barn Inn in Kennebunk, Maine, recently claimed its first Michelin star, an accolade rarely seen for a hotel restaurant beyond major US cities, according to Michelin Guide .
Dallas restaurants and bars host World Cup watch parties
Tickets to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 games on panoramic dome screens at Cosm Dallas start at $110, offering an ultra-premium viewing experience.
John Early is ready to discuss sensitive topics
During a recent late-night appearance, comedian John Early, known for his guarded irony, openly discussed his struggles with anxiety and depression—topics he had previously avoided for years.
Summer food and drink festivals 2026 ignite nationwide culinary celebrations
Chicago alone is set to host 31 food and drink festivals this summer, alongside 10 pop-up dining events in June, signaling an unprecedented season of culinary abundance, according to the Chicago Tribu
FAO Raises Food Safety Concerns Over Recycled Plastics
The chilling reality: microplastics and nanoplastics infiltrated 99.
Delta Scraps Free Coffee and Cookies on Shorter Flights
Starting May 19, Delta will eliminate free coffee and cookies on approximately 450 daily flights, a stark redefinition of basic in-flight service for short-haul travelers.
New Restaurants Open and Close in 2026 Amidst Dining Innovation
In St. Louis, early May 2026 unfurled a staggering culinary boom: 16 new restaurants flung open their doors, utterly dwarfing the mere three that quietly shuttered during the same period. This vibrant
Delta Air Lines cuts food service on short-haul domestic flights
Starting May 19, Delta Air Lines will eliminate all food and drink service on approximately 450 daily US flights, fundamentally changing the short-haul travel experience for thousands of passengers.
Chipotle offers free chips & queso with entree purchase
On Cinco de Mayo, the aroma of sizzling deals fills the air.
Restaurants Offer Cinco de Mayo 2026 food and drink deals on Tuesday
Over 30 restaurant chains across the U.
Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Food Jars and Bottles Due to Injury Risk
Three people suffered permanent vision loss after stoppers from Thermos food jars and bottles forcefully ejected, triggering a recall of 8.
McDonald's launches six new drinks, sparking fast food beverage wars
Last year, a seismic shift rippled through consumer spending: sales at beverage and snack-focused chains surged an exhilarating 8.
Major Food Companies Face Disruption from Biotech Trends
In 2025, a seismic shift rattled the food landscape.
McDonald's Introduces Six New Crafted Drinks to Beverage Menu
Starting May 6, nearly 14,000 McDonald's locations across the U.
Cities Host Vibrant Festivals This Spring and Summer
Chicago's Grant Park will pulse with major festivals like Sueños, Taste of Chicago, and Lollapalooza across just three months this summer, an unprecedented density of city events.
Roseville Bites N Bevvies festival celebrates local food and drinks
This past weekend, the Roseville Bites N Bevvies festival drew a record 15,000 attendees, generating an estimated $500,000 in local economic activity, according to the Roseville Chamber of Commerce an
Chandler City Council criminalizes food and drink tampering
Chandler residents face up to six months in jail and $2,500 in fines for knowingly tampering with another person's food or drink, under a new ordinance taking effect May 24, 2026.
Alforon's Service Issues Affect San Diego Dining
Despite the golden, oven-baked kibbeh at Alforon earning fervent praise for its uncanny meat-alternative texture, one San Diego diner recently encountered such 'terrible customer service' that they vo
Plant-based food sales decline as market stalls
Beyond Meat, once a titan valued over $10 billion, now languishes with a market capitalization under $500 million.