Judy McGuire

Articles by Judy McGuire

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Judy McGuire has a BA in Criminology and doled out dating advice for a dozen years (more overlap there than you might think!). She has written five books and countless articles and columns, including stories on manufactured "meats," strange snacks, and food world "nepo babies." Despite being exposed to foods from all over the world—her neighborhood of Jackson Heights is known for its global array of restaurants—her favorite meal is, and will probably always be, a cheeseburger and fries.

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'The Town That Tests New Fast Food Items Before Anybody Else Does

Test market towns are a key player in how your fast food menu gets built. Let’s see what town decides what ends up on menus at Taco Bell and Carl’s Jr.

By Judy McGuire

'Subway Debuts Its First New Bread In Three Years

Subway’s new bread is changing the the way you’ll be eating your sandos. What new carb will your sando be wrapped in?
'What Is Fried Rice Syndrome And How Do You Avoid It?

What is this "Fried Rice Syndrome" everyone's talking about on TikTok? Is it really as scary as it sounds? And how can you avoid getting sick from your leftovers?
'Is TikTok's Okra Water A New Path To Good Health?

Okra water, the internet's latest drinkable trend, is having a moment. But is it all hype, or are there real benefits to this concoction?
'Starbucks Falls Down the Rabbit Hole With Alice in Wonderland Collab!

Starbucks China teams up with Disney for a limited-time Alice in Wonderland collaboration! Customers will enjoy themed drinks, exclusive merchandise, and a whimsical cafe experience at select locations.
'Shake Shack vs. Chick-fil-A: The Shakers Are Challenging Chick-fil-A With A Free Chicken Give-Away!

What’s better than a juicy chicken sandwich? A FREE juicy chicken sandwich. Shake Shack is throwing down the gauntlet to Chick-fil-A with a month-long chicken sandwich giveaway!
'Banned Abroad: What US Foods Are Illegal In Other Countries?

Ever wonder why some foods taste like sunshine and look like rainbows? It's often thanks to a bunch of artificial ingredients we take for granted that make our snacks look and taste amazing. These same additives are often banned in countries across the world. Let’s see why.
'Why Are Egg Prices So High Again?

Egg prices have been steadily climbing for months, taking a toll on US shoppers. Here’s what your next veggie omelet may cost you more than you expect.
'TikToker Makes Lucky Charms Double In Size in Seconds

Find out how to turn your itty-bitty bowl of Lucky Charms marshmallows into mega-sized magnificence in just 18 seconds.
'What’s The New Cup Noodles Flavor Blowing People’s Minds?

Nissin’s Cup Noodles just dropped a new flavor, and it’s kind of mind-blowing. Get ready for a nood-nosh experience like no other.
'What Food Waste Does Chef Joel Gamoran Use To Make Bacon?

The "Use Food Well" campaign is transforming food waste into delicious, sustainable meals. Get ready to be inspired by Chef Joel Gamoan's food-scrap bacon technique and Washington State’s mission to cut food waste in half by 2030.
'The Dragon Beard Candy TikTok Trend Explained

The latest TikTok craze involves wrestling with molten, gooey sugar and your patience. We're talking about dragon's beard candy, the ancient Chinese treat that looks like spun silk and tests your hand-eye coordination and patience. Let’s see what the buzz is about.
'TikTok's #OatzempicChallenge: Health Hack Or Hype?

TikTok is buzzing with the #OatzempicChallenge, promising rapid weight loss with a simple blended oat drink. But is this trend all it's cracked up to be? Let's break down the facts and separate the truth from tall tales.
'Starbucks Launches NEW Ready-To-Drink Oatmilk Frappuccino and Cold Brew Flavors!

Starbucks is launching a slew of new pre-bottled bevies for your morning commute to work. Let’s see what they have in store from the grab-and-go perspective.
'Kitten Cuddles For Cash And Charity!

ACANA Pet Food is offering $10,000 to one lucky cat lover to snuggle furry felines while supporting animal shelters during kitten season. Get the details and enter now!