Food Trends - Page 5

March 15, 2026

Restaurants revive retro pricing for anniversaries — but does the trend make 'cents'?

Restaurants nationwide celebrate anniversaries with throwback pricing promotions, offering everything from $1.65 fries to $3.50 pizzas for limited times.

March 6, 2026

1 in 5 Americans admit to sneaking in own sauces as hot restaurant trend goes viral

One in five Americans admit to carrying their own sauces as condiment flights emerge as a restaurant trend, offering social media appeal and new upselling opportunities for owners.

March 3, 2026

McDonald's CEO roasted after his tiny first bite of new Big Arch burger goes viral

A review of the Big Arch burger by McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski caused a stir on social media, with users mocking his small bite and his decision to call the food a "product."

February 27, 2026

Legendary Texas BBQ restaurant in spotlight as RFK Jr touts 'real food' on health tour

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited an iconic Texas BBQ joint, announcing nutrition changes for medical schools and military bases during a trip that included Austin.

February 26, 2026

Solo dining surges 52% as Americans embrace 'Me-Me-Me Economy' over shared meals

Solo dining has surged 52% as Americans embrace eating alone often for self-care, not loneliness. Quick-service visits are now 47% solo, up from 31% in four years.

February 22, 2026

Jet-black café trend sweeps America as experts share health benefits behind the hype

From lattes to pastries, black sesame flavors are taking over café menus nationwide. Here's why this nutty seed is more than just a trendy ingredient addition.

February 18, 2026

Viral boiled apple tea craze promises better digestion, glowing skin; experts urge caution

A viral TikTok trend has users brewing "boiled apple tea" for digestive benefits. The warm drink, dubbed "Chinese baddie tea," is said to support gut health.

February 18, 2026

Content creator tests viral Chinese 'boiled apple tea' for skin boost

Emma Drooks, a California-based content creator known as @drookscooks, shares her experience making a popular Chinese-inspired tea, explaining its touted immunity and skincare benefits while committing to a 30-day personal trial.

February 16, 2026

Chef recreates Olympic dessert that has athletes eating lava cake for breakfast

New York-based chef Danielle Sepsy shares her latest Olympic Village-inspired creation, recreating a viral chocolate lava cake from the 2026 Winter Games in Milan after a muffin craze swept the 2024 Olympics.

February 14, 2026

Retro Valentine's Day candy is back — here's what it says about modern love

A sweet candy known as conversation hearts has tracked American romance for over a century, evolving from Victorian sentiments to modern phrases like "Split Rent" and "Text Me."