Ben Stiller goes bananas in every comedic role he embodies, but this time, it’s little more literal. The “Zoolander” actor and “Severance” director teamed up with the “Mystical Magical” singer with more flips than a home-design show, Benson Boone, for Instacart’s Super Bowl commercial. The vintage-style spot, entitled “Bananas,” was directed by Spike Jonze, who …
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Beloved Location Closes After 34 Years
I’m in my car thinking deeply about crust. I’m thinking about the different meanings the word holds, from the Earth’s crust to the crust on a loaf of bread to the crust you need to scrape off the bottom of a pot after overcooking your mac and cheese. And there’s pastry crust: The compressed, fragile …
Here’s What To Do If You Have the Product
Keurig has issued a voluntary recall of one of its popular K-Cup varieties. The brand, known for its coffee makers and drink pods, shared details about the ongoing recall in a notice that was posted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website. Here’s everything you need to know. Which Product Is Being Recalled …
Nigella Lawson Replaces Prue Leith as ‘Great British Bake Off’ Judge
Just days after Prue Leith announced her exit from “The Great British Bake Off,” viewers now know who will be stepping into her colorful shoes on the show. On Jan. 26, the official Instagram account for the baking show revealed that renowned cook and food writer Nigella Lawson will soon join the show as a …
Guy Fieri is Unrecognizable in Super Bowl Ad Teaser: EXCLUSIVE
Guy Fieri got one over on the entire population of Flavortown. On Jan. 26, TODAY can exclusively reveal that Fieri is trading in his leather for a poly-cotton blend to star in a SuperBowl ad for Bosch — albeit temporarily — as “Justaguy” Fieri, his brown-haired, clean-shaven, New Balance-wearing alter ego who “just looks like …
Minnesota Pizza Shop Feeds Neighbors Amid ICE Crackdown
A pizza joint in Minneapolis started slinging sunshine when their city turned ice-cold. As of Jan. 7, Wrecktangle Pizza — a restaurant serving sandwiches, burgers and rectangle pies — has focused its operations toward feeding vulnerable neighbors. They say the catalyst was the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Nicole Good by U.S. Immigration and Customs …
2-Ingredient ‘Japanese Cheesecake’ Is Going Viral. I Tried It
A simple two-ingredient recipe that tastes like cheesecake is taking TikTok by storm — and it may be a trend that lives up to the hype. On Jan. 7, Stan Fukase, a popular TikToker (@worldofxtra), posted a video where he makes a “cheesecake” using just two ingredients — Greek yogurt and cookies. Its deceptively simple …
Deals from AMC, Regal, Cinemark and More
Popcorn is a snack that has an undeniable nostalgia factor. Think about it: The sound of popcorn popping can instantly take you back to movie nights at home as a kid or evoke memories of adventures to the movie theater. Whether you like your popcorn with a generous serving of butter or prefer to mix …
What Not to Ask a Large Party During Morning Shift
A restaurant worker is sharing her “#1” piece of advice for fellow servers — and it might not be what you expect. On Jan. 10, TikToker Alivia (@alivia.with.an.a) posted a video offering a warning to servers with early morning shifts: “Don’t ask why they got together or if they’re celebrating!” Why? “It’s always a funeral,” …
Deals and Freebies From Panera and More
Whether you prefer yours savory or sweet, plain or everything, with cream cheese or butter, we can all agree that bagels are a beloved breakfast staple. On Thursday, Jan. 15, aka National Bagel Day, many brands will help bagel lovers save some dough with a range of discounts and freebies. Below, we’re rounding up some …









