Americans ate an estimated 386 billion ready-to-eat snacks in 2018, up from 356.4 billion in 2011, according to theresearch firmNPD Group.
Author: Zlati Meyer, USA TODAY
Who’s the real winner of Super Bowl LIII? Hint: It’s not the Patriots or the Rams
Americans are expected to eat 1.38 billion chicken wings during the Super Bowl LIII weekend, according to the National Chicken Council.
Cinco de Mayo: Before making guac for a party, the FDA has some advice for you
The concern is that when you cut into an avocado, the knife could bring pathogens on the peel to the edible fleshy part.
What do models look like? Target, Nordstrom, American Eagle say they look more like you
From Girl Scouts to Nordstrom, major brands are featuring more non-traditional models, like those with vitiligo, Down syndrome and prosthetics.
Free bacon, bacon and more bacon: McDonald’s, Wendy’s go whole hog on what Americans love
From free Wendy’s Baconators to free bacon from McDonald’s for one hour, bacon is the sizzling hot choice for fast-food chains now.
Spinach recall: Why it’s vulnerable to salmonella and other bacteria
Spinach is susceptible to salmonella because It has no peel, often is eaten raw and usually is thrown out before inspectors can track the source.
Here’s what’s brewing at Starbucks over the next year
Starbucks drinks will be available in Nestlé’s Nespresso and Dolce Gusto single-serve capsule system.
Gold Medal flour recalled nationally because of salmonella concerns
General Mills is recalling 5-pound bags ofGold Medal Unbleached Flour. Only those with abetter-if-used-by date of April 20, 2020, are affected.
Burger King Funnel Cake Fries are coming back? Sweet!
Burger King Funnel Cake Fries will be available Jan. 24 for a limited time.
Drinks with a twist: Non-alcoholic mocktails are creating lots of buzz
Americans are increasingly health conscious, but have more sophisticated taste, so when they choose to forego alcohol, they now have great choices.