I’ve made many, many pies in my lifetime, and if there’s one thing I know, it’s that a good pie crust is (literally!) the foundation to a great pie. If you don’t get it just right, then it doesn’t matter what you fill it with—you’re going to be left with an okay pie. That’s why …
Starbucks’ Holiday Cups Have Arrived: See the 2025 Designs
Starbucks is ready to get the yuletide season started. On Thursday, Nov. 6, the coffee chain’s eagerly anticipated holiday cups arrive in stores alongside its holiday menu and festive merch — including the viral Bearista Cold Cup. This year’s Starbucks holiday cups take inspiration from the bright green and red aprons worn by its baristas …
Best Turkey Snack Mix Recipe
When Thanksgiving rolls around, the two things on our minds are the main turkey dinner and all the desserts. While I can’t get enough of the classic pies, I have to admit—I’m all about the savory stuff. If the entirety of Thanksgiving dinner could be translated into a snack mix, this might be it. Think …
FSA responds to experts’ criticism over its review of nitrites in processed meat
The Food Standards Agency has defended its rapid review of nitrites in processed meat in response to today’s article from Professors Chris Elliott and Brian Green, saying the findings reflect the latest scientific evidence and were independently scrutinised. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a response to an article published today in New Food …
Coca-Cola Releases AI-Generated Holiday Ad for Second Year in a Row
Coca-Cola is doubling down on AI. On Nov. 3, Coca-Cola released its latest “Holidays Are Coming” ads on YouTube, and for the second year in a row, some of them are generated with artificial intelligence. The pair of commercials look similar to animated films but were created by two “AI studios” — Silverside and Secret …
Fruit, pistachio and matcha cakes: Philip Khoury’s loaf recipes | Food
I’ve always had a soft spot for those little Bonne Maman fruit cakes that come wrapped in paper – they’re soft-crumbed, and never too dark or dense. This is a quiet ode to them. Then, there’s a deep, buttery richness to pistachios that comes out best when they’re finely ground with flour – the oils …
Starbucks sells majority stake in China business to Boyu Capital
Starbucks will sell a majority stake in its $13 billion China business to Boyu Capital under a landmark joint venture. Starbucks has agreed to sell a majority stake in its China business to investment firm Boyu Capital, marking a pivotal shift in strategy for one of the coffee chain’s largest and most dynamic markets. Boyu’s …
Mirepoix kimchi and vegetarian umami chilli: Kenji Morimoto’s recipes for cooking with homemade ferments | Food
Cooking with ferments brings a tremendous amount of flavour to whatever you’re making, and it’s a great way to showcase how an ingredient evolves through the application of heat. The idea of combining a Korean preservation method with a French technique is exactly what I love about creativity in the kitchen. This mirepoix kimchi is …
The FSA’s stance on nitrites in processed meat – a pale imitation of evidence-based policy making
Professors Chris Elliot and Brian Green question the FSA’s motivation behind its recent pseudo review into the safety of nitrates and nitrites, noting its patchy research and apparent lack of vigour in protecting the UK public. Behind bacon’s pink sheen lies a chemical additive under scrutiny, and a question of how evidence shapes UK food …
Have a ball! Three recipes for Greek croquettes by Meni Valle | Australian food and drink
Keftedes me prassa (leek croquettes) (Pictured above) Small fried patties or croquettes, often referred to as keftes, are a beloved speciality in Sephardic Jewish cuisine. These leek croquettes are a delicious fusion of hearty beef with the delicate, mildly sweet flavour of leeks, and I am completely crazy about them. Makes 12 4 leeks250g minced …