Oreo’s new summer flavor is here and it tastes exactly like something you ate as a kid on a hot July afternoon. The limited-edition Firecracker Pop cookie arrives on store shelves across the United States starting May 4, 2026. It features golden Oreo wafers sandwiched around a triple-layer creme that mimics the raspberry, lemon, and…
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Trader Joe’s just recalled nearly 10 million pounds of fried rice and here is why
A food safety situation that began quietly in February has grown into one of the largest frozen food recalls in recent memory. The Food and Drug Administration has expanded an ongoing recall to include 9.8 million pounds of Trader Joe’s frozen vegetable fried rice, bringing the total volume of recalled product to a figure that…
KPop Demon Hunters is taking over McDonald’s and here is what to expect
Two of the biggest fandoms in the world are about to collide at your nearest drive-through. McDonald’s has officially announced a limited-time collaboration with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, the animated film that swept both the Golden Globes and the 98th Academy Awards, and the menu it is bringing to life is as detailed and deliberate…
Who’s making IHOP Pancakes extra special this ‘National Pancake Day’?
Pancake lovers have a reason to head out early. IHOP is celebrating its self-declared National Pancake Day on March 3 by offering guests a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes at participating locations nationwide. The giveaway runs from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., giving customers a full day to enjoy the chain’s signature breakfast staple…
Deadly warning: The blueberry recall no one saw coming.
Frozen blueberries distributed across several U.S. states and Canada have been recalled after the Food and Drug Administration classified the products as a “Class I” risk, meaning they could cause severe illness or death. The Oregon Potato Company initially issued a recall for its individually quick frozen (IQF) blueberries on February 12, but the FDA’s…
What’s drawing crowds to the 91st Florida Strawberry Festival this year?
The Florida Strawberry Festival is back for its 91st year, bringing nearly two weeks of rides, live entertainment, agricultural showcases and strawberry-inspired treats to Plant City. Running from Feb. 26 through March 8, the annual celebration draws visitors from across the state for a mix of family-friendly attractions and long-standing traditions. Whether guests are planning…
FDA recall hits snacks, cereals and drinks over waste concerns
Courtesy: hailey-tong from unsplash On January 29, 2026, Gold Star Distribution, Inc., a Minnesota-based distribution company, expanded a major recall affecting nearly 2,000 products after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) flagged unsanitary conditions at its facility. The inspection revealed rodent excreta, urine, and bird droppings, raising concerns that these contaminants may have come…
What nobody tells you about eating bananas at night
That banana sitting in your fruit bowl offers far more than convenient snacking. Nutrition experts now emphasize that when you peel this yellow powerhouse matters nearly as much as eating it at all. The same piece of fruit that jumpstarts your morning can also improve your sleep at night, all depending on strategic timing. Bananas…
Brian Jones crafts irresistible dishes at Wylie & Rum
Photo credit: Brandon Amato Wylie & Rum has welcomed Brian Jones as its new executive chef, bringing fresh energy to the Atlanta Caribbean restaurant’s kitchen. The neighborhood establishment, operated by father-and-son restaurateurs Tony and David Lewis, announced the appointment as Jones begins developing new additions to the menu that has made the Reynoldstown spot a…
FDA recall raises new concerns over canned tuna
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning shoppers that a previously recalled batch of canned tuna was accidentally sent to retail stores in several states, including Ohio. Tri-Union Seafoods confirmed that a third-party distributor inadvertently shipped the quarantined product, which was linked to a recall issued in February 2025. The initial recall came after…