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Hormel Launches SPAM Hot Honey, Sparking Debate Over Sweet-and-Spicy Trend
food-and-drink23 days ago

Hormel Launches SPAM Hot Honey, Sparking Debate Over Sweet-and-Spicy Trend

Hormel Foods has released SPAM Hot Honey, the first permanent addition to the brand's lineup in two years. The new variety, which blends sweet and spicy flavors, is now available at select grocery retailers nationwide. To promote the launch, Hormel partnered with New York City's Win Son Bakery for a limited-time collaboration featuring a breakfast sandwich and a fan tuan. While the product taps into the popular 'swicy' food trend, consumer reactions are mixed, with some fans expressing enthusiasm and others rejecting the flavor change.

Hoboken Ad Man Drops 9 Pounds on 25-Day Sweetgreen-Only Diet, Then Gets Sick on Pizza
lifestyle-and-health25 days ago

Hoboken Ad Man Drops 9 Pounds on 25-Day Sweetgreen-Only Diet, Then Gets Sick on Pizza

Tim Donahue, a 27-year-old Hoboken resident, lost nine pounds after eating exclusively from Sweetgreen for 25 days. Framing the experiment as a healthy counterpart to Morgan Spurlock’s 'Super Size Me,' Donahue focused on the chain’s bowls, particularly the hot honey chicken variety. While he reported increased energy, he noted the high cost and logistical difficulties. Upon ending the challenge, he felt ill after eating pizza, and Sweetgreen subsequently launched its own 30-day challenge based on his video.

Nutrition Experts Highlight Sardines as an Underrated, Budget-Friendly Food Source

Nutrition Experts Highlight Sardines as an Underrated, Budget-Friendly Food Source

Celine Beitchman, a chef instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City, argues that sardines are unfairly stigmatized despite being a convenient, nutrient-dense, and affordable food option. While the fish often suffers from a perceived 'ick factor,' Beitchman notes that they are neutral in taste and highly practical for consumers. Although fresh filleted sardines are available, the article notes that canned versions are the most common form of consumption. The New York Times highlights these nutritional benefits and provides recipes to encourage broader adoption of the fish in everyday diets.

Vanilla Tops 2025 Ice Cream Purchases Across All 50 States, Instacart Finds
lifestyle2 months ago

Vanilla Tops 2025 Ice Cream Purchases Across All 50 States, Instacart Finds

Vanilla was the top ice cream flavor in 2025, accounting for about 21% of orders and the most popular flavor in every state and D.C.; chocolate and cookie dough followed, with other classics like cookies & cream and peanut butter also popular. While searches for premium brands rose (e.g., Halo Top), traditional brands led dollar sales (Breyers, Blue Bunny, Turkey Hill) and Häagen-Dazs topped Instacart purchases, with regional flavors highlighting local tastes.

Food Network's 'The Kitchen' Ends After 10 Years
entertainment11 months ago

Food Network's 'The Kitchen' Ends After 10 Years

Food Network's long-running weekend talk show 'The Kitchen' will end after 10 years, with its final episode airing on December 13, as part of network programming changes and resource evaluations for 2026. The show featured hosts discussing food trends, recipes, and tips, and its cancellation follows the recent cancellation of several Halloween-themed shows.

Top New Trader Joe’s Finds Under $7 for a Flavorful Summer
food-and-beverages1 year ago

Top New Trader Joe’s Finds Under $7 for a Flavorful Summer

Trader Joe's is launching 11 new items this June, including potato buns, Parmesan garlic butter, organic guava spread, Angus beef meatballs, root beer float cookies, strawberry doodle cookies, dark chocolate thins, silken tofu, a meatball calzone, roasted tomato dip, and spicy dynamite sauce, with some being limited edition and already receiving rave reviews for their unique flavors and quality.

"Swicy: The Spicy-Sweet Food Trend Taking Over"
food-trends2 years ago

"Swicy: The Spicy-Sweet Food Trend Taking Over"

The "swicy" trend, a combination of sweet and spicy flavors, is rapidly gaining popularity in the U.S. food and beverage market, driven primarily by younger consumers like Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha. This trend is evident across various products, from snacks and drinks to frozen foods and pizzas, with major brands like Coca-Cola, Starbucks, and Pepsico introducing spiced-up offerings. The rise in demand for bold flavors is also influenced by increased globalization and cultural diversity, making spicy foods a lasting trend rather than a passing fad.