https://www.today.com/TODAY Fooden-US© 2026 NBCNews.comThu, 05 Nov 2026 15:34:30 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/today.pnghttps://www.today.com/Joseph LamourThu, 05 Nov 2026 15:34:30 GMTStarbucks holiday cups arrive in stores alongside its holiday menu and seasonal merchandise on Nov. 5 — including, for the first time, a seasonal pup cup.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/starbucks-holiday-cups-2026-red-christmas-tree-pup-cup-rcna607630https://www.today.com/food/starbucks-holiday-cups-2026-red-christmas-tree-pup-cup-rcna607630TODAY IllustrationHoliday Starbucks coffee cupStarbucksStarbucks’ holiday cup collection draws inspiration from the “classic holiday movie.”Starbucks’ holiday cup collection draws inspiration from the “classic holiday movie.”StarbucksStarbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Holiday Tree Starbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Holiday Tree StarbucksStarbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Bow Starbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Bow StarbucksStarbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cold CupStarbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cold CupStarbucksStarbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Pup Cup Starbucks’ 2026 Holiday Cup Design — Pup Cup Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:34:30 GMTThu, 05 Nov 2026 15:34:30 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 05 Nov 2026 14:28:12 GMTIn this edition of “Server Diaries,” we follow a busser/barback through three shifts at a country club in Maryland, and everyone is actually being really kind.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-busser-at-country-club-loves-job-rcna606318https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-busser-at-country-club-loves-job-rcna606318Reza Estakhrian / Getty Images / TODAY illustrationThu, 05 Nov 2026 14:28:12 GMTThu, 05 Nov 2026 14:28:12 GMTJoseph LamourThu, 05 Nov 2026 14:25:43 GMTA TikToker posted a viral cautionary review of Aldi’s Spicy Chicken Patties, and it has caused multiple people to run to the store to try them. Here’s my review.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/aldi-spicy-chicken-patties-viral-review-rcna607489https://www.today.com/food/groceries/aldi-spicy-chicken-patties-viral-review-rcna607489Joseph LamourJoseph Lamour tries a very spicy sandwich.Joseph Lamour tries a very spicy sandwich.AldiAldi's medium-spice-level chicken patties.Aldi's medium-spice-level chicken patties.Joseph LamourJoseph Lamour tries a very spicy sandwich, courtesy of Aldi.Joseph Lamour tries a very spicy sandwich, courtesy of Aldi.Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:25:43 GMTThu, 05 Nov 2026 14:25:43 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 04 Nov 2026 20:07:00 GMTFor its latest trend, Gen-Z is looking to an older generation — and a 50-year-old restaurant chain — for inspiration. She’s the “Tuscan mom” and she loves the Cheesecake Factory.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/trends/cheesecake-factory-tuscan-moms-gen-z-rcna607243https://www.today.com/food/trends/cheesecake-factory-tuscan-moms-gen-z-rcna607243@selenaslamour via TikTok / @melanie_padron_ via InstagramThe Tuscan Mom trend is taking over TikTok.The Tuscan mom trend is taking over TikTok.Wed, 04 Nov 2026 20:07:00 GMTWed, 04 Nov 2026 20:07:00 GMTJoseph LamourTue, 03 Nov 2026 18:29:22 GMTVictoria Jones really knows how to save, specifically by using in-app deals, and she is sharing her tips for keeping money in your pocket at the grocery store.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/grocery-shopper-shares-in-app-deal-tips-save-money-rcna607083https://www.today.com/food/groceries/grocery-shopper-shares-in-app-deal-tips-save-money-rcna607083@victoriasmealprep on InstagramVictoria Jones knows how to save you coin.Victoria Jones knows how to save you coin.Tue, 03 Nov 2026 18:29:22 GMTTue, 03 Nov 2026 18:29:22 GMTChrissy CallahanMon, 02 Nov 2026 13:00:40 GMTOn National Sandwich Day, Nov. 3, restaurant chains like Jersey Mike's, Subway, Quiznos and Jimmy John's are serving up deals, freebies and discounts.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-sandwich-day-deals-2026-rcna606565https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-sandwich-day-deals-2026-rcna606565Ed AndersonMon, 02 Nov 2026 13:00:40 GMTTue, 03 Nov 2026 12:54:42 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 02 Nov 2026 19:50:10 GMTMarie Gittle has worked for Douglass Candies in Wildwood, New Jersey for 60 years. She has a relatable reason for staying so long: free meals.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/nj-woman-retires-from-candy-company-after-60-years-rcna607006https://www.today.com/food/people/nj-woman-retires-from-candy-company-after-60-years-rcna607006@douglasscandies on InstagramMarie Gittle has worked for Douglass Candies for 60 years.Marie Gittle is retiring after working at Douglass Candies in Wildwood, New Jersey for 60 years.Portrait of Marie Gittle.Marie Gittle is retiring after working at Douglass Candies in Wildwood, New Jersey for 60 years.Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:50:10 GMTMon, 02 Nov 2026 19:50:10 GMTGina VivinettoFri, 30 Oct 2026 23:57:44 GMTThe limited-time Pokémon Happy Meal at McDonald’s will be available nationwide starting on Nov. 10 and it’s filled with fun new goodies.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/pokemon-mcdonalds-happy-meal-rcna606648https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/pokemon-mcdonalds-happy-meal-rcna606648McDonald’s and PokémonMcDonald’s and Pokémon are teaming up again!McDonald’s and Pokémon are teaming up again!Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:57:44 GMTFri, 30 Oct 2026 23:57:44 GMTJoseph LamourFri, 30 Oct 2026 19:52:48 GMTMiguel Batista, Dominican dad from Atlantic City, New Jersey, is going viral for a series of videos where he serves meals in a musical manner to his daughter.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/dominican-dad-delivers-daughter-meal-song-viral-videos-new-jersey-rcna606586https://www.today.com/food/people/dominican-dad-delivers-daughter-meal-song-viral-videos-new-jersey-rcna606586@el_tiomiguelito via InstagramMiguel Batista knows how to serve a meal in style.Miguel Batista knows how to serve a meal in style.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 19:52:48 GMTFri, 30 Oct 2026 19:52:48 GMTHeather Martin, RDFri, 30 Oct 2026 17:41:49 GMTHealth and wellness influencer Raven Ross’ fiber-packed green pea and chicken salad is going viral on TikTok. A dietitian gives her honest review of the trend.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/trends/green-pea-salad-dietitian-review-tiktok-viral-fiber-meal-rcna606564https://www.today.com/food/trends/green-pea-salad-dietitian-review-tiktok-viral-fiber-meal-rcna606564@pilatesbodyraven / TikTokRaven Ross, green pea salad influencer.Can old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?@pilatesbodyraven / TikTokCan old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?Can old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?Heather MartinRaven Ross’ pea and chicken salad uses just a few ingredients to make lunch right in the jar.Can old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?Heather Martin Just add heated peas, chopped chicken, Parmesan, lemon, salt and pepper to a jar, and shake!Can old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?Heather MartinHere’s Ross’ simpler version on the left, and the internet’s yogurt- and mustard-dressed riff on the right.Can old-fashioned pea salad be redeemed with a serious makeover?Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:41:49 GMTFri, 30 Oct 2026 17:41:49 GMTChrissy CallahanThu, 29 Oct 2026 20:28:46 GMTOn Halloween, Friday, Oct. 31, restaurant chains like Chipotle, Taco Bell, Qdoba and Wendy’s are offering frighteningly good deals, discounts and freebies.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/holidays/halloween-2026-food-deals-free-meals-rcna599449https://www.today.com/food/holidays/halloween-2026-food-deals-free-meals-rcna599449Courtesy ChipotleThu, 29 Oct 2026 20:28:46 GMTFri, 30 Oct 2026 15:11:47 GMTSarah JacobyThu, 29 Oct 2026 18:25:59 GMTBodum is recalling nearly 6 million of its popular French press coffee makers after reports of the glass carafe breaking and burning consumers. See the list.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/recall/bodum-french-press-recall-coffee-makers-burn-risk-rcna606367https://www.today.com/food/recall/bodum-french-press-recall-coffee-makers-burn-risk-rcna606367Courtesy U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled Bodum Brazil French Press; Recalled Bodum Chambord French Press; Recalled Bodum Kenya French Press.Recalled Bodum Brazil French Press; Recalled Bodum Chambord French Press; Recalled Bodum Kenya French Press.Courtesy U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled Bodum Brazil French Press; Recalled Bodum Chambord French Press; Recalled Bodum Kenya French Press.Recalled Bodum Brazil French Press; Recalled Bodum Chambord French Press; Recalled Bodum Kenya French Press.Courtesy U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionIdentifying text on Bodum French Press Carafe.Recalled Bodum Brazil French Press; Recalled Bodum Chambord French Press; Recalled Bodum Kenya French Press.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:25:59 GMTThu, 29 Oct 2026 18:25:59 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 28 Oct 2026 18:26:14 GMTThis holiday season, customers can get 13 items for their Thanksgiving dinner for less than $39 at Aldi. Here’s what’s included in the holiday meal deal.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/aldi-thanksgiving-meal-deal-2026-rcna606158https://www.today.com/food/groceries/aldi-thanksgiving-meal-deal-2026-rcna606158Courtesy AldiAldi's Thanksgiving meal deal feeds 10 for under $39.Aldi's Thanksgiving meal deal feeds 10 for under $39.AldiAll you can get with Aldi's Thanksgiving meal deal in 2026.All you can get with Aldi's Thanksgiving meal deal in 2026.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:26:14 GMTWed, 28 Oct 2026 18:26:14 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 28 Oct 2026 17:04:23 GMTCheerios and Ziploc partner to solve a problem customers have been complaining about for years, introducing resealable bags. Here’s when it hits shelves.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/cheerios-resealable-bags-cereal-box-ziploc-rcna606113https://www.today.com/food/groceries/cheerios-resealable-bags-cereal-box-ziploc-rcna606113General MillsCheerios and Ziploc have partnered.Cheerios and Ziploc have partnered.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:04:23 GMTWed, 28 Oct 2026 17:04:23 GMTDrew WeisholtzWed, 28 Oct 2026 15:15:20 GMTWalmart has announced its Thanksgiving meal basket, which comes with 26 different items and feeds 10 people, will cost $35, or $3.50 per person.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/walmart-thanksgiving-meal-deal-35-dollars-10-people-2026-rcna606086https://www.today.com/food/groceries/walmart-thanksgiving-meal-deal-35-dollars-10-people-2026-rcna606086Courtesy WalmartWalmart's Thanksgiving meal basket serves 10 for $35 – or $3.50 per person.Walmart's Thanksgiving meal basket serves 10 for $35 – or $3.50 per person.Courtesy WalmartWalmart's holiday basket includes 26 items, offering 18% more food items.Walmart's holiday basket includes 26 items, offering 18% more food items.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:15:20 GMTWed, 28 Oct 2026 15:15:20 GMTJoseph LamourTue, 27 Oct 2026 15:02:32 GMTIllinois man Kenneth Card says a Texas Roadhouse served him sirloin, a cheaper cut of steak, instead of the filet mignon he ordered, three times.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/texas-roadhouse-steak-complaint-filet-mignon-cheaper-cut-illinois-man-rcna605785https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/texas-roadhouse-steak-complaint-filet-mignon-cheaper-cut-illinois-man-rcna605785@kennethcard3 via TikTok / GettyA man in Illinois named Kenneth Card says a Texas Roadhouse served him a cheaper cut of steak three times.A man in Illinois says a Texas Roadhouse served him a cheaper cut of steak from what he ordered three times.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:02:32 GMTTue, 27 Oct 2026 15:03:13 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 26 Oct 2026 16:07:31 GMTMcDonald’s McRib is returning in select cities only. Here’s how to find out whether the sandwich is available near you, and how long it’s going to be available.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/mcrib-returns-mcdonalds-2026-select-cities-limited-time-rcna605705https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/mcrib-returns-mcdonalds-2026-select-cities-limited-time-rcna605705Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:07:31 GMTMon, 26 Oct 2026 16:07:31 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 26 Oct 2026 14:04:03 GMTDr. Clay Moss was asked to leave a tip while buying a bottle of water at a self-service CIBO Express convenience store at Newark Liberty International Airport.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/trends/man-newark-airport-asked-tip-self-service-snack-station-viral-post-rcna605281https://www.today.com/food/trends/man-newark-airport-asked-tip-self-service-snack-station-viral-post-rcna605281@drclaymoss via InstagramClay Moss and his airport drink have received a lot of attention.Clay Moss and his airport drink have received a lot of attention.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:04:03 GMTMon, 26 Oct 2026 14:04:03 GMTHeather Martin, RDFri, 23 Oct 2026 19:11:38 GMTFor Thanksgiving, Lay’s is releasing Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes, Roasted Holiday Turkey, and Lay’s Maple Bacon, and I tried two of the available flavors.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/snacks/lays-thanksgiving-potato-chips-holiday-flavors-review-taste-test-rcna605272https://www.today.com/food/snacks/lays-thanksgiving-potato-chips-holiday-flavors-review-taste-test-rcna605272Courtesy Lay'sLay’s Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes, Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey, and Lay’s Maple Bacon.Lay’s Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes, Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey, and Lay’s Maple Bacon.Heather MartinLay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey potato chips: How can this end well?Lay’s Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes, Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey, and Lay’s Maple Bacon.Heather MartinCheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes-flavored chips are sure to taste like potatoes, at least. Lay’s Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes, Lay’s Roasted Holiday Turkey, and Lay’s Maple Bacon.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:11:38 GMTFri, 23 Oct 2026 19:11:38 GMTDrew WeisholtzFri, 23 Oct 2026 15:41:36 GMTThe owner of Aga’s, a family-run restaurant in a Houston, Texas strip mall, explains how it has become the most popular restaurant to order from on Uber Eats.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/uber-eats-deliveries-worldwide-number-1-agas-restaurant-houston-rcna605209https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/uber-eats-deliveries-worldwide-number-1-agas-restaurant-houston-rcna605209TODAYTODAYAga's restaurant employees pack delivery orders.Aga's restaurant employees pack delivery orders.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:41:36 GMTFri, 23 Oct 2026 15:41:36 GMTJoseph LamourThu, 22 Oct 2026 19:21:48 GMTReshmi Bennett, owner of Anges de Sucre in London, warned customers who plan to submit AI-generated requests to “choose wisely” with their words.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/trends/baker-controversial-ai-cake-request-policy-rcna604835https://www.today.com/food/trends/baker-controversial-ai-cake-request-policy-rcna604835Courtesy Reshmi BennettAgnes de Sucre has a new policy that is upsetting some customers and being lauded by others.Anges de Sucre has a new policy that is upsetting some customers and being applauded by others.Courtesy Reshmi BennettReshmi Bennett with a cake she created for a client.Anges de Sucre has a new policy that is upsetting some customers and being applauded by others.Courtesy Reshmi BennettCake by Reshmi Bennett based on an AI-generated image from a client.Anges de Sucre has a new policy that is upsetting some customers and being applauded by others.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:21:48 GMTThu, 22 Oct 2026 19:21:48 GMTJoseph LamourThu, 22 Oct 2026 17:43:18 GMTStarbucks released its latest menu items, the Black Cat Frappuccino and the Venti Black Night Cookie, for Halloween. I tried both limited-time treats.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/drinks/black-cat-frappuccino-starbucks-i-tried-it-rcna605036https://www.today.com/food/drinks/black-cat-frappuccino-starbucks-i-tried-it-rcna605036Starbucks / Joseph LamourI tried the Black Cat Frappuccino. What did I think?I tried the Black Cat Frappuccino. What did I think?StarbucksThe Black Cat Frappuccino blended beverage and Venti Black Night Cookie from Starbucks.The Black Cat Frappuccino blended beverage and Venti Black Night Cookie from Starbucks.Joseph LamourA closeup of the Black Cat Frappuccino.A closeup of the Black Cat Frappuccino.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:43:18 GMTThu, 22 Oct 2026 17:43:18 GMTTODAYThu, 22 Oct 2026 13:50:41 GMTMartha Stewart and Giada De Laurentiis are joining TODAY to share their best tips and answer viewers’ submissions for a delicious and stress-free Thanksgiving!2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/information/ask-martha-stewart-giada-de-laurentiis-thanksgiving-questions-today-sh-rcna604969https://www.today.com/information/ask-martha-stewart-giada-de-laurentiis-thanksgiving-questions-today-sh-rcna604969Getty ImagesAsk Martha Stewart and Giada de Laurentiis your Thanksgiving questions. Martha Stewart, the queen of Thanksgiving, and Giada De Laurentiis will be on the show Nov. 12 to answer your burning Thanksgiving questions. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:50:41 GMTThu, 22 Oct 2026 13:50:41 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 22 Oct 2026 13:19:19 GMTIn this edition of Server Diaries, a private chef in Brooklyn, New York meets a new client who doesn’t want her house to smell like curry.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-with-curry-averse-client-rcna604342https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-with-curry-averse-client-rcna604342Westend61 / Getty Images / TODAY illustrationThu, 22 Oct 2026 13:19:19 GMTThu, 22 Oct 2026 13:19:19 GMTA. PawlowskiThu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTThe best drinks for heart health are water and other unsweetened beverages, American College of Cardiology guidelines note. Limit sugary drinks and alcohol.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/drinks-good-for-heart-cardiologist-explains-rcna604758https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/drinks-good-for-heart-cardiologist-explains-rcna604758Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTThu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT