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Chipotle is piloting a crispy, breaded chicken protein at select California locations, offering it for burritos, bowls, tacos, and salads. Fans are eager for a nationwide rollout, though some worry the crunch could fade once wrapped or mixed with other ingredients.
Nutritionists rate store-bought hot dogs from healthiest to least healthy, favoring uncured, whole-meat options (beef, turkey, chicken) with lower sodium and minimal ingredients, while flagging traditional, high-sodium, heavily processed brands. Veggie dogs can be reasonable but vary in processing; labels like “uncured” or “no nitrates” aren’t guaranteed safer. For a healthier grill, look for options with less than about 400 mg sodium per serving, read ingredients carefully, and enjoy hot dogs in moderation.
A Memorial Day grilling spread from The Washington Post offers eight recipes across mains, sides, and a dessert, pushing beyond burgers and hot dogs with creative techniques and summery fruit desserts to kick off the summer cookout season.
Bananas’ nutrition shifts with ripeness: underripe bananas are high in resistant starch for gut health and steady blood sugar; barely ripe to ripe balance fiber, minerals and sugar for energy; very ripe provide quick energy with higher sugar and lower fiber; overripe are best for baking or smoothies.
Fine-dining chef Ham El-Waylly embraced home cooking during the pandemic, turning his techniques into approachable dishes for his cookbook Hello, Home Cooking; his Crispy Salmon and Bulgur Salad features toasted bulgur and salmon skin seared in a hot pan before oven finishing, a chef-worthy centerpiece inspired by flavors from Qatar, Bolivia, Brazil and Egypt.
A Washington Post Well+Being piece emphasizes that protein is essential for preserving muscle as we age and that many adults may not meet recommended intake. It notes that protein is widely available in foods and drinks, yet you can still be under-consuming, and highlights four subtle signs of insufficient protein intake (with fatigue during workouts as one example). The article references guidelines suggesting 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily to help protect muscle and support longevity.
Cabbage is trending on social media in 2026 due to its affordability, versatility, and health benefits; nutrition experts note its high fiber content supports gut health, and fermented versions like kimchi add probiotics, making it a nutritious, budget-friendly staple.
A Radiology study shows high intake of ultra-processed foods correlates with increased intramuscular fat, visible on X-ray in a 62-year-old woman whose diet was 87% ultra-processed. Fat deposition was most pronounced in the inner thigh muscles (adductors) and, to a lesser extent, in the hamstrings, suggesting UPFs may raise risks for metabolic disease and mobility issues even with moderate exercise. The piece notes UPFs are widespread in diets—roughly 60% of calories for many children come from UPFs—highlighting broad health concerns tied to ultra-processed foods.
A HuffPost piece explains that prewashed bagged greens are among the riskiest grocery items due to contamination by pathogens like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella, which can spread across the supply chain. Washing at home doesn’t reliably remove these pathogens, and mixing greens from multiple farms in processing can amplify spread. For safer shopping, check recalls and expiration dates, choose visibly fresh bags with minimal moisture, minimize temperature changes, and refrigerate properly; buying whole heads of lettuce or spinach can reduce risk. If you must buy bagged greens, follow precautionary steps and discard any bags that show signs of spoilage or recalls.
Michelin announced the first-ever American Great Lakes edition, including Cleveland, with inspectors visiting the region and a first-half‑2027 ceremony to reveal selections; Destination Cleveland will fund the effort for three years, aiming to boost local restaurants and tourism, and local chefs expect increased national attention for Cleveland’s dining scene across stars and Bib Gourmand recognitions.
The seafood industry is exploring ways to make fish look and taste more like meat to entice more Americans to eat seafood, using marketing, texture/flavor tweaks, and branding to appeal to meat-eaters while addressing sustainability and dietary trends.
Camden Yards’ 2026 menu rollout includes The Truist Club, a premium venue behind home plate offering an exclusive dining experience for about $15,000 for 40 Orioles games, plus chef-driven items on Level 2; a $4 value menu remains and local vendors like Attman’s stay, but the shift raises questions about accessibility for all fans.
A St. Patrick’s Day dinner planned around corned beef and cabbage is upended when relatives plan pizza, prompting the offended sister‑in‑law to cancel the gathering and leaving Miss Manners to weigh etiquette on accommodating differing tastes while preserving family harmony.
Federal officials announced a recall of raw oysters from Drayton Harbor Oyster Company and Manila clams from Lummi Indian Business Council sold in at least nine states due to potential norovirus contamination. Oysters were distributed to consumers in Washington, while clams were sent to restaurants and retailers in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Oregon and Washington. The FDA warns norovirus can look and taste normal but cause illness, with symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting; high-risk individuals should avoid consumption. Harvest dates were February 13–March 3 in Drayton Harbor, Washington.
Barroco Grill’s Lakewood and Westlake locations have closed, and Hola Tacos in Lakewood is on hiatus until spring, as the Vergara family says they are stepping back for health reasons. The Larchmere Barroco remains open due to a neighbor arrangement with La Pecora, and Amazonia in Lakewood will stay open, with plans to hand some stores to other operators in the coming months.