Like nibblies, the concept of bringing a plate to a social event or a host’s home can be deeply confusing across cultures and generations. Are you carting canapes? Are you slinging salad? Are you delivering dessert? If we’ve learned anything from the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, it’s that communication is key. So if you’re …
Cocktail of the week: Tiny Wine’s tierra roja – recipe | Cocktails
This smoky, deep-red cocktail takes its cue from our Latin roots, but with a seasonal twist. The mix of mezcal, tequila and vermouth is warming and vibrant, while pomegranate and rosemary lend a winter accent that makes it as fitting for a Christmas gathering as for a relaxing night in. Tierra roja Serves 1 25ml …
Best Chocolate Pom Poms Recipe
If you need a quick and easy sweet treat in less than 30 minutes, then these chocolate pom poms are the answer. All you need are 2 ingredients—semisweet chocolate and pomegranate seeds—to create these poppable bites in just 25 minutes! These chocolate cups have pomegranate seeds studded throughout, so you get sweet and tart in …
Taco Bell Brings Back Cheesy Dipping Burritos
Taco Bell just gave customers an early Christmas present. On Dec. 11, the fast-food chain announced that a popular menu item would return to restaurants, along with a new sauce and some familiar fries, just in time for the holidays. Cheesy Dipping Burritos, which made their initial debut in January 2025, will once again be …
Brain nutrient choline found lacking in anxiety disorder patients, study shows
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Millions of Americans battle chronic anxiety — but new research claiming a missing brain nutrient may be partly to blame is already drawing skepticism from experts who say the findings are far from conclusive. Using a non-invasive MRI-based technique that measures brain chemicals, researchers at UC Davis …
Best Holiday Checkerboard Cake Recipe
This holiday checkerboard cake is a festive show-stopper that will bring joy to any gathering this season! Imagine the shock on your friends and family’s faces when you slice into this cake to reveal an impressive pattern of red, green, and white—perfect for Christmas dinner. While checkerboard cakes might seem intimidating, I’ve broken down the …
McDonald’s Halts AI-Generated Christmas Ad Following Social Media Backlash
Another brand is in the hot seat for using AI to generate Christmas cheer. McDonald’s Netherlands has pulled a commercial generated entirely by artificial intelligence after social media backlash. The video, titled “It’s the Most Terrible Time of the Year,” was posted to its YouTube channel on Dec. 6. A decorating mishap was one of …
Tetra Pak launches world’s first aseptic paper-based barrier for juice packaging
Tetra Pak, in collaboration with Spanish drinks brand García Carrión, has launched the world’s first use of its aseptic paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging. Tetra Pak, in collaboration with Spanish drinks brand García Carrión, has unveiled the first-ever use of its paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging. Tetra Pak has launched the first-ever use of …
Experts reveal the worst foods to eat when you’re sick with cold or flu: See the list
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As we approach winter — and all the illnesses that come with this time of year — many Americans are looking for proactive measures to protect their health. Between loading up on citrus fruits and eating fresh vegetables, it’s worthwhile to build up a healthy immune system …
Roll up! Philip Khoury’s recipe for pistachio yule log | Christmas food and drink
I love a yule log, also known as a bûche de Noël. It’s a remnant from the time when Lebanon was a French colony, which lingers to the modern day, and is popular in Lebanese bakeries and patisseries over the Christmas period, often decorated with small figurines, plastic holly leaves and festive messages. Those decorations, …