Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
4th of July cookout: Tips for practicing safe food handling when grilling and hosting gatherings
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Americans across the country will celebrate the nation’s milestone 250th birthday this weekend, hosting family and friends outdoors with BBQ and cookouts. There are simple steps you can take to prevent food-borne illness and keep everyone safe.
Use by, sell by, best by: What’s the difference?
Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.
Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.
America's most-searched ice cream brand may surprise you — and there's a healthy reason why
The most-searched ice cream brand reflects a major shift in how Americans indulge.
The most-searched ice cream brand reflects a major shift in how Americans indulge.
Why California's 'sell by' label ban could spread nationwide
California has become the first state to standardize food date labels, banning terms like "sell by" on most consumer-facing food packaging in an effort to reduce food waste.
California has become the first state to standardize food date labels, banning terms like "sell by" on most consumer-facing food packaging in an effort to reduce food waste.
Potato chip recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level
The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded a popular potato chip recall to their highest risk level over salmonella concerns.
The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded a popular potato chip recall to their highest risk level over salmonella concerns.
Arkansas to move forward with SNAP candy, soda ban despite court order, governor says
Arkansas' ban on using SNAP benefits for some sugary items will go forward this week, despite federal judge's ruling against five other states' similar programs, governor says.
Arkansas' ban on using SNAP benefits for some sugary items will go forward this week, despite federal judge's ruling against five other states' similar programs, governor says.
Don't dump that steak -- yet: The truth behind "best-by" dates
Researchers at Auburn University are hoping to improve upon the "sell-by" dates seen on packaged foods.
Researchers at Auburn University are hoping to improve upon the "sell-by" dates seen on packaged foods.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.
Plant-based meats recalled over possible plastic in the nuggets and patties
MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them.
MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them.
M&M's set August launch for dye-free candies, with 2 colors absent
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
The legendary candy-maker faces a multimillion-dollar logistical nightmare trying to turn its iconic blue treats natural.
Pizza Hut sold by Yum Brands for $2.7 billion
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.
Jersey Mike’s dethrones Chick-fil-A as America’s favorite fast-food chain in new ranking
Jersey Mike’s was ranked America’s favorite fast-food chain in a recent customer satisfaction survey.
Jersey Mike’s was ranked America’s favorite fast-food chain in a recent customer satisfaction survey.
Danone files lawsuit against Chobani over yogurt protein claims
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
KFC adds new menu items, updates logo as part of global brand refresh
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
Alfredo sauce recall spans 41 states in FDA’s most serious classification
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
Cattle herd ‘fix’ is taking years longer than predicted, CEO warns amid historic beef shortage
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.
One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.