Souplantation announces return to California in 2027

Souplantation will return to California in 2027 with a planned Fountain Valley location, marking the chain's comeback after closing all locations in 2020.

People who live to 100 have 3 drinks in common, longevity expert says

In the world’s "blue zones" — regions such as Sardinia, Italy, and Okinawa, Japan, known for unusually high concentrations of long-lived residents — researchers have studied dietary and lifestyle habits for clues to healthy aging and longevity.

McDonald’s AI-enhanced pricing tool is pushing prices higher, lawsuit claims

A McDonald’s customer has sued McDonald’s over an artificial intelligence-enhanced pricing tool that the lawsuit claims drove up prices at the fast-food giant’s omnipresent stores. 

Starbucks sued over ‘Sugar-Free’ drinks that may have more sugar than a Reese’s cup

That Starbucks protein drink labeled "sugar-free" on the coffee chain’s menu may really have more sugar than a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, a new consumer lawsuit claims.  

Major SNAP changes take effect: What it means for California’s CalFresh benefits

Major SNAP changes will bring modest benefit increases to California households while shifting hundreds of millions in administrative costs to state taxpayers.

National Coffee Day 2026 deals, discounts

Calling all coffee lovers! National Coffee Day is bringing a fresh lineup of freebies and discounts on Tuesday, Sept. 29.

These are the best foodie cities in the US, according to a new ranking

WalletHub ranked more than 180 U.S. cities based on their culinary quality, diversity, accessibility and affordability to identify the best destinations for food lovers.

Viral social media video prompts recall of popular jarred peppers

A recall was issued for Mezzetta Golden Greek Peperoncini medium heat, 32-ounce peppers after a social media video circulated of the product potentially containing a pest contaminant in the jar.

Popular pantry product can't legally be called peanut butter — here's why

Peanut butter is a spread by definition, but when the word "spread" appears on a peanut butter jar label, it's most likely satisfying a legal requirement rather than acting as a simple descriptor.

One daily serving of ultra-processed food linked to higher disease risk

A large-scale study found that eating an additional 3½ ounces of ultra-processed food daily was associated with higher risks of cardiovascular events, cancer, death from any cause, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.

Alfalfa sprouting seeds recalled over possible E. coli, salmonella contamination

Berlin Seeds is recalling 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed sold in 42 states because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella.

These cities are spending the most on fast food

Fast food restaurants are famous for offering quick and easy eats without breaking the bank.

Bringing this popular drink to a job interview could hurt your chances, experts warn

A cup of coffee might be a daily ritual for most Americans, but some career and etiquette experts say bringing one into a job interview could hurt your chances of getting hired.

More than 167,000 pounds of beef, pork, and goat meat recalled

The USDA announced the recall of 167,639 lbs. of meat products on Tuesday, after surveillance activities by its Food Safety and Inspection Service discovered the issue.

Frozen pasta sold at Walmart recalled over listeria fears

The maker of frozen pasta sold nationwide under Walmart’s bettergoods brand has issued a recall after state agencies on opposite ends of the U.S. found that some bags may contain listeria bacteria.