When Turkish chef Nusret Gökçe, better known as Salt Bae, theatrically sprinkled salt on a sizzling steak back in 2017, he didn’t just create a viral internet moment — he captured something deeper about our collective fascination with salt. This humble mineral, so ordinary yet so essential, sits at the crossroads of flavor, biology, and […]

In a landmark development for global health, large-scale immunization against malaria has officially begun across several African nations, signaling what experts hope could be the beginning of the end for one of the continent’s deadliest diseases. Health authorities confirmed this week that the long-awaited vaccine, known as RTS,S, is now being administered widely after decades […]

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a wave of research has shed light on a troubling and far-reaching consequence: the dramatic rise in mental health disorders among young people worldwide. Studies conducted over the past two years reveal that adolescents and young adults, already vulnerable to social and emotional stressors, have been deeply affected […]

Growing up in a small town has its pros and cons. On the one hand, there is a sense of community and familiarity that comes with living in a close-knit community where everyone knows each other. On the other hand, small towns can feel stifling and limit opportunities for personal and professional growth. I was […]

Uber Eats is revolutionizing the way food is delivered in Tokyo with the introduction of fully autonomous robots to handle orders. The partnership between Uber Eats, Mitsubishi Electric, and Cartken, an autonomous robotics firm, is a significant step in the company’s international expansion after successfully launching in the United States. The implementation of driverless delivery […]

The origin of the boycott against McDonald’s can be traced back to April 5, 2024, in Gan HaTsafon, near the Lebanon-Israel border. This incident led to the closure of a McDonald’s restaurant, raising questions about the franchise operator Alonyal and McDonald’s sudden decision to reacquire its Israeli stores. The boycott was a result of a […]

Chef José Andrés is no ordinary restaurateur. With an unconventional philosophy on food that goes beyond merely serving meals, Andrés sees his restaurants as a platform to tell stories. In an interview with BBC journalist Katty Kay, Andrés sheds light on his unique approach to the culinary world, emphasizing the role of food as a […]

Planet-first eating is a dietary approach that has been shown to reduce mortality risk by almost one-third, as per recent research findings. This diet not only benefits individuals by lowering their risk of premature death, but also helps in curbing the production of greenhouse gases that are damaging the earth. By adopting a planet-first diet, […]

Danes will now have to pay over €100 per cow as part of the first-ever carbon levy on food production in Denmark. Months of discussions and negotiations have led to the government’s decision to impose a yearly fee on livestock emissions, marking a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the agricultural sector. The […]

As we age, our bodies change and our nutritional needs evolve. It becomes important to pay attention to what we eat and how it may impact our health. Certified dietitians recommend that as we age, there are certain foods that we should consider cutting out of our diets to ensure optimal health. Grapefruit is one […]

New research has shed light on the eating habits of UK teenagers, revealing that they consume a staggering two-thirds of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs). While humans have been processing food for thousands of years, the excessive consumption of UPFs has been linked to a variety of health issues such as obesity, high […]

Experts in the field assert that the regulation of vegetable contamination poses a far greater challenge than that of cattle. While the cooking process for beef acts as a “silver bullet” against contamination, fresh produce remains vulnerable to various pathogens and contaminants. This stark difference has prompted calls for fast-food chains to update and standardize […]