Federal Inaction on Food Additives Pushes States to Act
California’s Food Safety Act, set to take effect on Jan. 1 2027, bans four controversial additives—BVO, potassium bromate, propylparaben and Red Dye 3—mirroring EU restrictions. After the state move, the FDA reversed its stance, revoking BVO in August 2024 and formally banning Red Dye 3 in January 2025. The rapid federal response underscores a broader trend: with the FDA lagging, 28 states are now enacting their own food‑chemical limits, according to the Environmental Working Group. This state‑driven wave is reshaping how manufacturers formulate products across the United States.
Celebrate National Fresh Tomato Day with These 5 Recipes
National Fresh Tomato Day on April 6 sparks a celebration of peak‑season tomatoes, highlighted by Salon’s curated list of five versatile recipes—from classic fried green tomatoes to a boozy fish stew. The piece reminds readers that tomatoes are botanically fruits and...
Where to Go when You only Have 3 Days
The article outlines three U.S. cities—Madison, Wisconsin; Los Angeles, California; and Fort Worth, Texas—that are ideal for a three‑day escape. It highlights each city’s top hotels, standout restaurants, and signature activities, from Madison’s free zoo and bike trails to LA’s...
Give Savory Yogurt a Chance
Raita, a spiced, savory yogurt from South Asia, is highlighted as a flavorful alternative to the sweet yogurts dominating the U.S. market. The article traces its Ayurvedic roots, describes its taste profile, and notes the slow but growing interest in...
Foraging Is the New Food Tourism
Foraging has become a cornerstone of modern food tourism, with one in five travelers now seeking culinary‑focused trips, according to Hilton’s 2025 travel report. Hospitality brands from Airbnb to luxury resorts are rolling out forest‑to‑fork and dock‑to‑dish experiences, such as...
The Supper Club Everyone Calls
Union, a five‑generation Wisconsin supper club, opens its phone lines each Monday before Thanksgiving for December reservations, sparking a massive call surge. In one hour, Cellcom recorded 26,000 attempts, and by night the number topped 200,000, filling 95% of the...
Steaks, Sushi and the Softer Side of Vegas
The author spent a week in Las Vegas attending the SEMA automotive trade show and used the downtime to explore the city’s high‑end hospitality and dining scene. Highlights include stays at the Cosmopolitan and the Four Seasons, meals at Tamba’s...
Brownies, Made Better
The article outlines a minimalist recipe for brownies that prioritizes texture, flavor depth, and structural precision. It recommends five deliberate changes: swapping water for coffee, whisking eggs and sugar before other ingredients, using chopped chocolate chunks, upgrading to premium vanilla,...
What to Cook when You Don’t Feel Like Chopping an Onion
The article explores the growing "lazy cooking" trend, highlighting how home cooks can skip onions without sacrificing flavor. Chef Stephen Chavez outlines five onion‑free dishes—scrambled eggs, cacio e pepe, pesto pasta, chicken piccata, and breaded chicken cutlet—and recommends flavor‑boosting substitutes...
Costco’s Rotisserie Chicken Is Caught in a Legal Broiler
Costco’s Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken, long‑priced at $4.99, is now the subject of two class‑action lawsuits. The first, filed in California, alleges the chicken contains sodium phosphate and carrageenan despite marketing it as preservative‑free. The second, filed in Washington, claims...