https://www.today.com/TODAY Fooden-US© 2026 NBCNews.comThu, 06 Aug 2026 18:59:40 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/today.pnghttps://www.today.com/Joseph LamourThu, 06 Aug 2026 18:59:40 GMTAfter Kansas nursing home residents complained about the food, chef Craig Bowerson collected their family recipes to create a new menu.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/kansas-nursing-home-chef-creates-menu-of-resident-family-recipes-rcna591030https://www.today.com/food/people/kansas-nursing-home-chef-creates-menu-of-resident-family-recipes-rcna591030Courtesy Craig BowersonChef Craig Bowerson reads recipes for his project.Chef Craig Bowerson reads recipes for his project.Courtesy Craig BowersonChef Craig Bowerson firing it up in the kitchen.Chef Craig Bowerson reads recipes for his project.Courtesy Craig BowersonA treasured recipe from a resident.Chef Craig Bowerson reads recipes for his project.Courtesy Craig BowersonA handwritten recipe from a resident.Chef Craig Bowerson reads recipes for his project.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:59:40 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 18:59:40 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 06 Aug 2026 13:53:21 GMTIn this edition of “Server Diaries,” a server in Washington, D.C. complains about how his most common customers — tourists and politicians — skimp on tips.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-restaurant-worker-shocked-by-how-people-tip-rcna590781https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-restaurant-worker-shocked-by-how-people-tip-rcna590781SDI ProductionsWaitress in Tex-Mex restaurant disappointed in small tip from customerWaitress in Tex-Mex restaurant disappointed in small tip from customer.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:53:21 GMTThu, 06 Aug 2026 13:53:21 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 05 Aug 2026 13:46:50 GMTFormer Wendy’s manager Thalles Winner DeSouza is headed to Yale this fall, after his bosses, Terry Smily and Usama El-Sehrawey, awarded him a scholarship.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/former-wendys-manager-awarded-scholarship-going-to-yale-rcna590783https://www.today.com/food/people/former-wendys-manager-awarded-scholarship-going-to-yale-rcna590783Thalles Winner DeSouza with Usama El-Sehrawey and Terry Smily.Thalles Winner DeSouza with Usama El-Sehrawey and Terry Smily.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:46:50 GMTWed, 05 Aug 2026 13:46:50 GMTJoseph LamourTue, 04 Aug 2026 14:40:05 GMTMike Perfetuo and Katie Novack met up at Los Angeles’ South Beverly Grill but weren’t allowed in until they switched shirts, sparking a dress code debate.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/man-and-woman-switch-shirts-restaurant-dress-code-rcna590281https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/man-and-woman-switch-shirts-restaurant-dress-code-rcna590281Courtesy Katie NovackMike Perfetuo and Katie Novack have a memorable meal experience.Mike Perfetuo and Katie Novack had a memorable meal experience.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:40:05 GMTTue, 04 Aug 2026 14:40:05 GMTChrissy CallahanMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:29:45 GMTCelebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day on Aug. 4 with sweet deals and freebies from Insomnia Cookies, Tate’s Bake Shop and DoubleTree by Hilton hotels.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/desserts/national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day-deals-2026-rcna590607https://www.today.com/food/desserts/national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day-deals-2026-rcna590607Cavan Images / Dorene HookeyClose up of freshly baked chocolate chop cookies filling frameClose up of freshly baked chocolate chop cookies filling frame.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:29:45 GMTTue, 04 Aug 2026 13:15:45 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:04:31 GMTSeventeen-year-old aspiring chef, Joey Charney, cooks meals for his large family after his mom was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, documenting it all on TikTok.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/17-year-old-cooks-for-family-after-mother-diagnosed-with-cancer-rcna590088https://www.today.com/food/people/17-year-old-cooks-for-family-after-mother-diagnosed-with-cancer-rcna590088Courtesy Joey CharneyJoey Charney is cooking for his family.Joey Charney is cooking for his family.Courtesy Joey CharneyA Charney family photo.Joey Charney is cooking for his family.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:04:31 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 15:04:31 GMTChrissy CallahanFri, 31 Jul 2026 13:34:11 GMTCelebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day on Aug. 4 with sweet deals and freebies from Insomnia Cookies, Tate’s Bake Shop and DoubleTree by Hilton hotels.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day-deals-rcna589998https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day-deals-rcna589998Cavan Images / Dorene HookeyClose up of freshly baked chocolate chop cookies filling frameClose up of freshly baked chocolate chop cookies filling frame.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:34:11 GMTFri, 31 Jul 2026 13:34:11 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 30 Jul 2026 19:02:57 GMTIn this edition of “Server Diaries,” a private chef in New York City goes from prepping meals for a delivery service to cooking dinner for a bachelorette party.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-does-more-than-cook-for-rich-people-rcna589728https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-does-more-than-cook-for-rich-people-rcna589728Carles Miro / Getty ImagesCook serving food to clients at table during private dinner at home. Chef serving sushi to stylish group of people.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:02:57 GMTThu, 30 Jul 2026 19:02:57 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 29 Jul 2026 18:19:24 GMTStarting Aug. 7, Dunkin’ is bringing back its 48-ounce Iced Beverage Buckets nationwide for a limited time, along with a new bucket holder.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/drinks/dunkin-48-ounce-beverage-bucket-restock-cup-holder-rcna589848https://www.today.com/food/drinks/dunkin-48-ounce-beverage-bucket-restock-cup-holder-rcna589848Dunkin'Dunkin' drink buckets.Dunkin' drink buckets.Dunkin'Dunkin’ Iced Beverage Bucket Holder.Dunkin’ Iced Beverage Bucket Holder.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:19:24 GMTWed, 29 Jul 2026 18:19:24 GMTChrissy CallahanTue, 28 Jul 2026 17:34:02 GMTNational Chicken Wing Day, July 29, 2026, features special deals, BOGO offers and freebies from chains like Wingstop, Buffalo Wild Wings, Hooters and Pizza Hut.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-chicken-wing-day-deals-2026-rcna350353https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-chicken-wing-day-deals-2026-rcna350353Getty ImagesBasket of Buffalo Chicken Wings.Basket of Buffalo Chicken Wings.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:34:02 GMTWed, 29 Jul 2026 13:41:03 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 27 Jul 2026 15:13:51 GMTSocial media users might be weirded out by Raising Cane’s AI depiction of Chuck Norris, but his family approves of the National Chicken Finger Day campaign.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/raising-canes-ai-chuck-norris-ads-rcna589051https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/raising-canes-ai-chuck-norris-ads-rcna589051Raising Cane'sAn AI Chuck Norris appears in a Raising Cane's ad.An AI Chuck Norris appears in a Raising Cane's ad.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:13:51 GMTMon, 27 Jul 2026 15:13:51 GMTKimmy YamSun, 26 Jul 2026 17:57:53 GMTMeghan Markle appeared on cooking reality show “MasterChef Australia” as a guest judge for the July 26 episode and received a surprise call from husband Prince Harry. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/popculture/news/prince-harry-surprises-meghan-markle-masterchef-australia-rcna589308https://www.today.com/popculture/news/prince-harry-surprises-meghan-markle-masterchef-australia-rcna589308Cameron SpencerThe Duke And Duchess Of Sussex Visit Australia - Day 4Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are also taking their kids during their upcoming visit to the UK.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:57:53 GMTSun, 26 Jul 2026 17:57:53 GMTKimmy YamSat, 25 Jul 2026 20:39:38 GMTAlmost 20 years after his hit Food Network shows “Emeril Live” and “Essence of Emeril” went off the air, internet users are becoming obsessed with Emeril Lagasse.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/emeril-lagasse-goes-viral-reaction-rcna589232https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/emeril-lagasse-goes-viral-reaction-rcna589232Noam Galai/Getty Images for EsquireEsquire Best New Restaurants 2025NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 09: Emeril Lagasse attends the Esquire Best New Restaurants 2025 at Maison Passerelle on December 09, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for Esquire)M. Von Holden/GettyGrammy Award Winner Shawn Colvin Performs on the Food Network's "Emeril Live" - March 8, 2007Emeril Lagasse during a March 8, 2007 episode of "Emeril Live."Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:39:38 GMTSat, 25 Jul 2026 20:39:38 GMTJoseph LamourFri, 24 Jul 2026 15:41:01 GMTGirl Scout Emma Mongado, age 8, sold hundreds of boxes of Girl Scout Cookies while in treatment for leukemia at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/girl-scout-with-leukemia-turns-hospital-into-cookie-booth-rcna588803https://www.today.com/food/people/girl-scout-with-leukemia-turns-hospital-into-cookie-booth-rcna588803Courtesy Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoEmma Mongado and her cookie cart at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.Emma Mongado and her cookie cart at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.Courtesy Lurie Children'sEmma Mongado's unofficial Girl Scout badge.Emma Mongado and her cookie cart at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.Courtesy Lurie Children'sEmma Mongado poses with Emily Irwin and her patch.Emma Mongado and her cookie cart at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:41:01 GMTFri, 24 Jul 2026 15:41:01 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:08:06 GMTIn this edition of “Server Diaries,” we follow a private chef in Washington, D.C. through four shifts. He has a lot on his plate.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-sourcing-scheduling-schmoozing-rcna587570https://www.today.com/food/people/server-diaries-private-chef-sourcing-scheduling-schmoozing-rcna587570TODAY Illustration / Getty ImagesThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:08:06 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 18:08:06 GMTJoseph LamourThu, 23 Jul 2026 16:33:46 GMTBurger King is backing up its Whoppers with a promise that could get you a free burger. The incentive is called the “Whopper Promise.” Here’s how it works.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/burger-king-free-whopper-promise-guarantee-rcna588882https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/burger-king-free-whopper-promise-guarantee-rcna588882Burger KingA Whopper of a promise.A Whopper of a promise.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:33:46 GMTThu, 23 Jul 2026 16:33:46 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 22 Jul 2026 15:33:59 GMTTeen Amir Jackson is staying with his aunt Morgan Graham for the summer and has a late-night baking habit. He is now known as the “Midnight Chef.”2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/people/midnight-chef-late-night-baking-tiktok-rcna588570https://www.today.com/food/people/midnight-chef-late-night-baking-tiktok-rcna588570Courtesy Morgan GrahamMorgan Graham and Amir JacksonContent creator Morgan Graham and her nephew, "Midnight Chef" Amir Jackson.Courtesy Morgan GrahamThe midnight Chef as a baby with his aunt Morgan.Content creator Morgan Graham and her nephew, "Midnight Chef" Amir Jackson.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:33:59 GMTWed, 22 Jul 2026 15:33:59 GMTAnthony ContrinoMon, 20 Jul 2026 16:46:01 GMTEach TODAY anchor, from Craig Melvin to Savannah Guthrie and Sheinelle Jones, has their preferred morning beverage (aside from coffee). Here are those recipes.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/recipes/today-show-anchors-recipes-morning-drinks-juice-rcna587697https://www.today.com/food/recipes/today-show-anchors-recipes-morning-drinks-juice-rcna587697Nathan Congleton / TODAYSheinelle Jones, Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.Sheinelle Jones, Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.Nathan Congleton / TODAYSheinelle Jones, Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.Sheinelle Jones, Savannah Guthrie and Craig Melvin on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:46:01 GMTMon, 20 Jul 2026 16:46:01 GMTJoseph LamourMon, 20 Jul 2026 15:48:40 GMTNorth Carolina resident and TikToker Kendric Jacobs is going viral for his boxed cake mix hack, which promises an ultra-moist result. We put it to the test.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/trends/viral-boxed-cake-mix-hack-rcna588044https://www.today.com/food/trends/viral-boxed-cake-mix-hack-rcna588044@theotherkendric via TikTokKendric Jacobs would like you to ignore the cake box instructions.Kendric Jacobs would like you to ignore the cake box instructions.Joseph LamourA comparison.Kendric Jacobs would like you to ignore the cake box instructions.Joseph LamourA comparison of cake doneness.Kendric Jacobs would like you to ignore the cake box instructions.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:48:40 GMTMon, 20 Jul 2026 15:48:40 GMTChrissy CallahanSat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMTNational Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19. Score deals and freebies from Ben & Jerry's, Baskin-Robbins, Carvel, Wendy's, Dunkin’, Dairy Queen and Cold Stone.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/desserts/national-ice-cream-day-deals-2026-free-dairy-queen-cold-stone-rcna350352https://www.today.com/food/desserts/national-ice-cream-day-deals-2026-free-dairy-queen-cold-stone-rcna350352Friendly'sFriendly's marks 91 years in business with free scoops on July 19.Friendly's marks 91 years in business with free scoops on July 19.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMTSat, 18 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMTJoy BauerFri, 17 Jul 2026 13:13:45 GMTSummer is the perfect time for fresh, fruity meals that feel effortless, and these recipes from Joy Bauer are about to bring all the sunshine.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/healthy/joy-bauer-summer-fruit-recipes-rcna587864https://www.today.com/food/healthy/joy-bauer-summer-fruit-recipes-rcna587864Kelly BartonKelly BartonKelly BartonJoy Bauer's 5-Minute Peach Cobbler.Joy Bauer's 5-Minute Peach Cobbler.Kelly BartonJoy Bauer's Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Skewers.Joy Bauer's Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Skewers.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:13:45 GMTFri, 17 Jul 2026 13:13:45 GMTAnonymous Server, as told to Joseph LamourThu, 16 Jul 2026 14:59:29 GMTIn this edition of “Server Diaries,” we follow a server at a lakeside restaurant in upstate New York through four shifts. Every customer wants the window.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-she-wishes-customers-had-more-common-sense-rcna352468https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/server-diaries-she-wishes-customers-had-more-common-sense-rcna352468TODAY Illustration / Getty Imageswoman sitting around a table reading menus Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:59:29 GMTThu, 16 Jul 2026 14:59:29 GMTJoseph LamourWed, 15 Jul 2026 15:32:25 GMTMusic venue First Avenue in Minneapolis threw a “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave” after an April Fools’ joke went viral.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/groceries/trader-joes-vs-aldi-rave-dance-party-minneapolis-rcna587564https://www.today.com/food/groceries/trader-joes-vs-aldi-rave-dance-party-minneapolis-rcna587564Darin Kamnetz Photography Inc.A fan of Aldi shimmys at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.A fan of Aldi shimmies at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.Darin Kamnetz Photography Inc.A DJ at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.A fan of Aldi shimmies at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.Darin Kamnetz Photography Inc.Guests enjoying the vibes at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.A fan of Aldi shimmies at the “Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave" in Minneapolis on July 10.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:32:25 GMTWed, 15 Jul 2026 15:32:25 GMTGina VivinettoWed, 15 Jul 2026 00:20:38 GMTMcDonald’s is introducing a savory new Caesar sauce that’s ready to put a fresh — and garlicky — spin on some of the fast food chain’s popular menu items.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/mcdonalds-caesar-sauce-rcna587574https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/mcdonalds-caesar-sauce-rcna587574McDonald'sMcDonald's introduced new menu items alongside it's Caesar sauce.McDonald's introduced new menu items alongside it's Caesar sauce.Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:20:38 GMTWed, 15 Jul 2026 13:28:12 GMTChrissy CallahanTue, 14 Jul 2026 18:14:19 GMTNational Hot Dog Day falls on Wednesday, July 15. Here are all the best deals, discounts and freebies from chains like Portillo's, Shake Shack, Sonic and more.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-hot-dog-day-deals-2026-rcna350351https://www.today.com/food/restaurants/national-hot-dog-day-deals-2026-rcna350351 John Leyba/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesColorado Rockies Spring Training in ScottsdaleFans load yup on hot dogs during opening day game between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 25, 2017 in Scottsdale, Arizona.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:14:19 GMTTue, 14 Jul 2026 18:14:19 GMT