New rules would limit sugar in U.S. school meals for first time, but plan draws mixed reactions from nutritionists
U.S. Agriculture Department officials on Friday proposed new nutrition standards for school meals, including the first limits on added sugars, with a focus on sweetened foods such as cereals, yogurt, flavored milk and breakfast pastries.The plan announced by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack also seeks to significantly decrease sodium in the meals served to the nation’s […]
How would a gas stove ban affect wok cooking and the Asian American community?
When Charlene Luo was looking for a condo to buy in 2021, she had two nonnegotiable requirements: one, enough space to host friends for dinner; and two, a gas stove with the capacity to install a powerful range hood.Luo, a data scientist, cooks every day and hosts a supper club from time to time in […]
Sammy Hagar on making music, managing money — and drinking $80K bottles of wine
Sammy Hagar says he still can’t drive 55. But it’s hard to tell if he means that literally, or if he’s speaking about his take-no-prisoners philosophy of life as a whole.Hagar — aka the Red Rocker — is the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer best known for his stints as lead singer of Van […]
Bad omen? Americans ate out less over the holiday season.
What’s one of the first things people do when they get worried about the economy? They cook more at home and eat out less. That’s what happened toward the end of 2022. Sales at bars and restaurants fell in both November and December — the first back-to-back monthly declines in almost a year. Receipts at […]
Looking to lose weight? Why you may want to eat some Fritos instead of a bagel.
If you’re trying to stick to your New Year’s weight-loss resolution, you may also be trying to figure out which foods to reach for when hunger hits. Some recent dietary research from Tufts University offers surprising guidelines about what constitutes healthy choices. As in, you may be better off snacking on Fritos PEP, -0.31% or […]
Eating these simple foods may slow Alzheimer’s by a third
Biogen’s new Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab has gotten the headlines recently. But it’s not the only good news on the dementia front. Far from it. Some might even say we’re making as much progress, or more, outside the drug labs as inside. I’ve already written about the power of walking, crosswords, and meditation to lower your […]
A new Sriracha? The big food trends of 2023 include a spicy Japanese condiment
What will you be eating in 2023? It’s a good question. While your daily diet will likely stay the same — are you really going to give up your beloved morning brew or forsake your favorite snack item? — you may find yourself wanting to try something different. And the culinary world is quick to […]
The housing market is showing signs of ‘normalizing’ and IRS says ‘Tax Day’ will be different this year — put these important tax dates on your calendar
Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories.IRS says ‘Tax Day’ will be different this year — put these important tax dates on your calendar Two thirds of households received income-tax refunds last year, IRS statistics show. Read More U.S. mortgage rates slip, giving some relief to homebuyers The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.33%, […]
The Dry January question: Would you pay $17 for a cocktail without alcohol?
When diners make their way to Esmé, a Michelin-starred Chicago restaurant known for its fanciful tasting menu, they have the option of pairing their food with an equally fanciful array of cocktails.The drinks range from one called Curried Corn, made with corn stock and an array of spices, to another dubbed Johnny Apple Tea, prepared […]