National Taco Day 2025: Here’s where you can find the best deals, freebies
Tuesday’s National Taco Day—now set for the first Tuesday of October to align with Taco Tuesday—brings a wave of promos nationwide.
Bartenders noticing lack of tips from Gen Z drinkers, they say
Some bartenders are saying the youngest drinkers are the ones tipping less frequently at bars and restaurants than others.
Chicken corn dogs recalled from Foster Poultry Farms
Tens of millions of pounds of corn dog products have been recalled since September over the concern. Here's the brand in the latest batch.
Cracker Barrel co-founder slams CEO after $700M rebrand flop
Cracker Barrel co-founder Tommy Lowe is speaking out against the company’s current leadership.
Amazon launches grocery brand with products under $5
Amazon Grocery, Amazon’s newest private label grocery brand, offers more than 1,000 food products, most of them priced under $5.
Walmart eliminating synthetic dyes from private food brands
The retail titan is removing dyes from various product brands like cereals and snacks.
Government shutdown specials: Discounts, freebies offered for federal workers
From discounted drinks and food to a free soccer match, local businesses are offering plenty of deals for workers affected by the government shutdown.
SNAP benefits increasing Oct. 1: here are the new amounts in DC, Maryland
DC and Maryland households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see larger monthly benefits starting tomorrow, Oct. 1, under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s annual cost-of-living update.
National Coffee Day: Get these brew-tiful deals Monday
Starbucks, Dunkin’, Peet’s, and dozens of other chains are offering rewards member perks, BOGO offers, or $1 specials.
Hillshire corn dog products recalled
Hillshire is recalling more than 58 million pounds of product after learning they could have foreign material, specifically pieces of wood, embedded in the batter.
Resy releases list of top 100 restaurants in the US, see which DC spots made the cut
Resy put out a list of its 100 favorite restaurants in the U.S., and two D.C. spots made it into the top 10.
Cracker Barrel-owned chain closes 14 locations
Maple Street Biscuit Company, a Cracker Barrel-owned restaurant chain, shuttered more than a dozen locations.
Actor Ben Stiller launches Stiller’s Soda — here’s where to buy it
Ben Stiller has launched his own soda brand, Stiller’s, featuring three nostalgic flavors. Here’s where you can buy it and how much it costs.
‘Heavy soda’ trend explained: Super sweet fountain drinks spark buzz
A new Midwestern drink trend called heavy soda is going viral online. The extra-syrup fountain drinks promise maximum sweetness, but dentists warn about the health risks.
McDonald’s bringing back Monopoly game next month
McDonald’s is bringing back its fan-favorite Monopoly game promotion next month, the fast-food giant announced on Instagram.
Olive Garden tests smaller portion menu with 'encouraging' results
The Italian chain is testing lighter entrées across 40% of its location.
Prince George's County pushing pilot program allowing grocery stores to serve alcohol
Grocery stores in the area have continued to close in the area, and officials hope the pilot program would incentivize more to open.
Tyson Foods to remove corn syrup, other additives from these popular brands
Tyson Foods, one of the largest food companies in the U.S. says it’s removing five chemical additives from its most popular brands, including Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm and more.
Jerry quits Ben & Jerry's after 47 years, says parent company 'silencing' him
Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield is stepping down from the iconic ice cream brand after 47 years, claiming his progressive political views have been "silenced."
Here’s how to score free Chipotle Monday
Chipotle is celebrating college football season with a one-day buy-one-get-one deal.