Every year, people around the world celebrate Mardi Gras and Carnival. It’s a worldwide festival of parades, music and, of course, richer, fattier foods leading up to the 40-day season of Lent, during which Roman Catholics traditionally reduce their consumption of meat. In fact, the term “carnival” is from carnelevare, or “to remove meat.” At [...]

Food Network’s new competition series Kitchen Casino hosted by Bill Rancic and premiering on Monday, April 7th at 9pm ET/PT brings together four talented chefs in a high-stakes game of chance that requires skill, speed and adaptability. In each episode, four competitors would be wise to keep one eye on the ticking clock while they [...]

Diet Coke is introducing a new product, Diet Coke Frost. Stated to be a low-calorie frozen carbonated beverage, this is the first frozen offering in the brand’s 31-year history. Diet Coke Frost has natural cherry flavor to deliver a refreshing uplift, says the company. Each 20-ounce serving has 30 calories and 12 grams of carbs. [...]

Virgin America, the California-based airline, has announced a new enhanced First Class menu and service that will launch on its long-haul business flights between San Francisco and Los Angeles to Newark, New York, Boston and Washington, D.C. (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport) – as of March 4, 2014. To supplement the traditional after-takeoff cocktail service, [...]

Moist, sweet and irresistible – with a hint of coffee flavors in every bite. New Krispy Kreme Mocha Kreme doughnuts and Caramel Coffee Kreme doughnuts promise to perk up any occasion. Krispy Kreme Lotta Latte doughnuts are available at participating Krispy Kreme US and Canadian locations now through March 30, 2014. You can share these [...]

The Food Channel has released its “Top Ten Dessert Trends for 2014,” sponsored by Otis Spunkmeyer. The report looks at market trends around sweets and treats. Based on research conducted in conjunction with CultureWaves, the list identifies the significant behaviors of consumers, foodservice professionals and manufacturers, with original recipes and photographs to illustrate each trend. [...]

Baskin-Robbins, a chain of ice cream specialty shops, has announced its lineup of Valentine’s Day-themed treats. These include the new February Flavor of the Month, Love Potion #31 Dark, and its Conversation Heart Cakes, now available in two sizes. The new Love Potion #31 Dark flavor features a combination of delicious chocolate and raspberry-flavored ice [...]

Pizza Hut introduces the “Go For Greatness” campaign that launches today and continues throughout the year. The campaign aims to promote its Hand-Tossed pizza. Pizza Hut will play host to live auditions in New York City this week for fans to show off their greatness for a chance to appear in a Pizza Hut commercial [...]

Nutri Ventures: The Quest For The 7 Kingdoms – an entertainment brand that encourages healthy eating in kids ages 4 to 8 – comes to the U.S. Wednesday, Jan. 15, exclusively on Hulu Kids. A total of 29 half-hour episodes of Nutri Ventures: The Quest For The 7 Kingdoms will be available on Hulu Kids [...]

Leading pizza company Pizza Hut said Tuesday it is introducing new concept stores in York, Neb. and Pawtucket, R.I. The concepts feature an all-new “pizza by the slice” experience with slices cut from an 18-inch pizza. The pizza by the slice products also include new chef-inspired recipes alongside traditional favorites like cheese or pepperoni, all [...]

Here are the ten most creative sandwich recipes that will compete in a national online vote in the 12th annual Jif Most Creative Sandwich Contest. The ten finalists cooked up unique twists on the classic peanut butter sandwich and are now one step closer to winning a $25,000 college fund and a trip to New [...]

Life is good, a lifestyle brand that also helps kids in need, introduces its new line of Life is good coffees to retailers throughout North America. The coffee line, available on shelf now, provides consumers with fresh coffee flavors. Life is good coffees are available in three smooth roasts and two unique flavors: Light Hearted [...]