Food Network's Jeff Mauro names his top Chicago eateries
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Where do the chefs like to eat in Chicago? Food Network's Jeff Mauro talks about his favorite local restaurants.

Target to release line of $5 wines

Move over, Trader Joe's Two Buck Chuck — there’s a new bottle in town. Beginning September 3, Target’s brand new line of inexpensive wine, at just $5 a bottle, can be found on shelves of over 1,100 national locations, according to a press release.

Lagunitas brewery creates cannabis-infused IPA

Since the legalization of recreational marijuana in California, food and drink companies have been turning to weed for ideas. From pot oil to pot ice cream, plans to sell marijuana-laced items have taken off.

Krispy Kreme announces 2017 solar-eclipse themed doughnut

While millions of Americans will be in for a special treat when the total solar eclipse traverses the U.S. on Aug. 21, they will also be in for a tasty treat from Krispy Kreme.

Moscow mule copper mug may be poisoning drinkers

Part of the fun of ordering a Moscow mule is getting to drink out of the cool copper cup. But that fun may come to an end because of health concerns.

Starbucks offering BOGO Macchiatos

If you and a friend are craving a coffee, you can get two for the price of one.

No ketchup on hot dogs – ‘Chicago Dog Sauce' instead?

Wednesday marks National Hot Dog Day and to commemorate the holiday, ketchup company Heinz released a new ad campaign, announcing the development of a new tomato based “Chicago Dog Sauce.”

Frosé is the drink of summer, so what is it?

With the start of summer comes the heat and of course the cool refreshments. Frosé is the new unofficial drink of summer. A frosé is basically a frozen rosé wine. Bar Primi in the East Village is credited with creating the concoction that comes straight from a slushy-type machine.

Chick-fil-A introduces gluten-free bun

Chick-fil-A announced Monday the addition of a gluten-free bun as a menu option nationwide. The bun can be ordered with any of the restaurant’s sandwich offerings.

Free smoothies today at Tropical Smoothie Cafe

You can grab a free smoothie today at Tropical Smoothie Cafe between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. as long as you wear flip flops to the cafe.

Free Chipotle for nurses on June 14

Chipotle is honoring hardworking nurses with a buy-one/get-one free offer on Wednesday.

New Flamin' Hot' Cheetos flavor finally hits stores

Much like a millennial who smothers pizza in Hidden Valley dressing, the people behind Flamin’ Hot Cheetos have also decided to augment their foodstuff with the irresistible flavor of ranch.

Trix's new natural colors dubbed 'disgusting' by cereal-loving Twitter users

The puffy pieces of sweetened corn that constitute a box of Trix have evolved considerably since General Mills introduced the cereal in 1954, but never before has a change to the formula drawn this much ire from fans.

Will you take on this 'Wonder Woman' burger?

You don't have to be a superhero to eat this, but it might help.  Datz in South Tampa has come up with a ridiculously tall -- and fabulously decorated -- ‘Wonder Woman’-themed cheeseburger.

Caffeinated bagels now exist and they taste like espresso

For sleep-deprived humans, drinking coffee has long been the preferred morning perk up method but now there’s an onslaught of caffeinated items promising to add more pep to your step. You can drink it infused with wine and even get a serious kick with the world's strongest brew.