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San Diego missing from 2026 James Beard nominees: local dining suffers national snub
11+ hour, 51+ min ago (472+ words) San Diego's restaurants and chefs were absent from the list of finalists for this year's James Beard Foundation awards, the foundation announced on March 31. The winners will be revealed at the June 15 ceremony in Chicago, but for now the local…...
Los Angeles 2026 James Beard finalists revealed: which chefs and restaurants made the cut
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (401+ words) The James Beard Foundation revealed its 2026 roster of restaurant and chef finalists on January 21, and Los Angeles placings figure prominently across several major categories. With winners to be announced at the June 15 ceremony in Chicago, these nods could reshape reservations,…...
Guinness held to 0 by Nitro Emerald Cliffs: underdog pulls off stunning upset
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (584+ words) Guinness 0 is widely stocked across supermarkets, bars and online retailers worldwide. At the time of testing, a four-pack of 14.9-ounce cans retailed for about $9.99 at my local Kroger. It's labeled non-alcoholic but contains up to 0.5% ABV " a detail that some…...
Las Vegas lands 2026 James Beard Award finalists
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (333+ words) On March 31, 2026, the James Beard Foundation unveiled its latest list of finalists, and Las Vegas captured three nominations that underscore the city's rising culinary profile. The short list tightens the field ahead of the awards ceremony set for June 15 at…...
Most-saved recipes this March: 30-minute lemon chicken and Nanaimo bars lead
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (384+ words) This month's most-read recipes show a clear pattern: home cooks reached for quick, reliable dinners and a surge of sweet finishes. The list below highlights what readers actually cooked and why those dishes matter for anyone planning meals now'whether you're…...
Chick-fil-A staff and menu credited with a customer's major weight loss and life turnaround
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (507+ words) A sudden episode of chest pain after Thanksgiving 2023 pushed a 32-year-old Rhode Island man to overhaul his habits " and a fast-food salad became an unexpected catalyst. His experience highlights how small, consistent changes can produce major health gains and why…...
Erewhon $21 Barbie smoothie underwhelms and fails to justify the hype
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (523+ words) Los Angeles grocery chain Erewhon has rolled out a pink-and-yellow limited-edition smoothie to mark Barbie's birthday, but shoppers may be weighing the novelty against a steep price and modest flavor payoff. Available March 9 through April 8, the drink also carries a…...
Pizza Hut launches heart-shaped Shape of My Heart pizza with Backstreet Boys
6+ day, 4+ hour ago (496+ words) Pizza Hut has revived its seasonal heart-shaped pizza for Valentine's Day, this time enlisting Backstreet Boys members Nick Carter and Howie Dorough to front a short campaign. The limited offering " playfully named after the band's hit " arrives as Yum! Brands…...
Dill pickle pizza falls flat in frozen aisle: critics deliver lukewarm reviews
1+ week, 1+ day ago (260+ words) California Pizza Kitchen has introduced a frozen dill pickle pizza to grocery shelves, a move that pushes a quirky topping trend further into the mainstream. The pie will be sold at Target stores nationwide this month, offering shoppers an easy…...
Affordable matcha: experts name the top budget brands to buy now
1+ week, 2+ day ago (517+ words) As matcha demand climbs and supply squeezes from climate and crop pressures in Japan, shoppers are facing higher prices and tougher choices. Here are eight budget-friendly powders experts recommend, with clear guidance on when to pick a ceremonial versus a…...