Fast Food

Baseball stadium food breakdown

Sarah Brooks — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 12:15:00 -0700

Baseball season is so close I can taste it. That — and the delicious hot dogs, nachos and peanuts that come with it. Let's take a look at just how nutritious this food really is and start making healthier choices. Game on!

Domino's half-price pizza deal

Christina Haller — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:05:00 -0700

Want to score cheap pizza? If you're in the mood for some cheesy deliciousness, you can grab it for 50 percent off in the continental U.S. from Aug. 6-12, 2012. Keep reading to find out how.

Chick-fil-A "hate chicken" has D.C. mayor squawking mad

Sara McGinnis — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:23:00 -0700

Chick-fil-A is no friend of D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray. The politician is in good company weighing in on the anti-gay marriage fast food scandal, though not all in his world are so against "hate chicken."

Chick-fil-A PR man drops dead in midst of gay crisis

Sara McGinnis — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:03:00 -0700

Chick-fil-A's public relations leader has died suddenly, in the midst of the restaurant chain's escalating drama over president Dan Cathy's anti-gay marriage stance. Was it a heart attack?

Ed Helms and fellow foodies flock away from Chick-fil-A

Sara McGinnis — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:46:00 -0700

Chick-fil-A is feeling the heat from customers unhappy about anti-gay marriage comments made by the chain's president. From regular chicken-cravers to the rich and famous, including actor Ed Helms, fans are flocking far away.

Ban the burger bulge

Molly Cerreta Smith — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 14:00:00 -0700

From Arby's to Taco Bell and everywhere in between, kids love fast food. Yes, it's convenient but it's no secret that most fast food options are just not good for you. Check out these sneaky ways to veer your kids away from their fast food habit.

Bite-sized News: New menu items -- Bacon sundae and 5-patty Whopper

Patricia Conte — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 10:15:00 -0700

Some fast-food chains are moving toward healthier menu options to entice customers, while others seem to be trying to tip the gross-factor scale. Which do you prefer?

Top 10 reasons not to eat fast food

Claire Gallam — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:00:00 -0700

Americans flock to fast food like bees to honey, due to our fast-paced world and 20-hour workdays. However, as the obesity epidemic climbs to an overwhelming number, it might be time for us to back off the old Mickey D's. If you need more coercion, check out these 10 reasons you shouldn't be eating it.

Finger found in Arby’s sandwich

Karen Miner — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:01:00 -0700

Next time you find a hair in your food, just remember that things could be much worse. One Michigan teenager can attest to that after finding part of a finger in his fast food sandwich.

Healthier fast food menu choices

Karen Miner — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:20:00 -0700

When you go to a fast food restaurant, do you try to make the right choice by ordering a salad? As your friends indulge in a cheeseburger combo meal, it may surprise you to know that your lunch might actually have more calories than theirs.

Bite-sized news: BK debuts new menu, Beckham ad and the fast food-depression connection

Patricia Conte — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:11:00 -0700

Can an ad with David Beckham in it entice you to eat at Burger King? It's worth a shot! Also, is fast food related to depression? Read what one study reveals about this connection.

Free fries at Burger King complete with green ketchup

Alicia French — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:12:00 -0700

As if the tantalizing greasy smell wafting out of Burger King wasn’t enough to convince you to go inside, free fries might do the trick. This March 17th and 18th, Burger King will be serving up free fries and as an added festive bonus, they’ll have green ketchup.

Jack in the Box introduces the bacon milkshake

Laura Willard — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:25:00 -0800

If you believe bacon is only good for a burger topping or as a side with your pancakes, it's time to think outside the box... or just stop by Jack in the Box. The fast food joint has brought bacon and ice cream together in marriage, creating an odd dessert.

Salmonella outbreak investigation points to Taco Bell

Karen Miner — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:38:00 -0800

The mystery has been revealed: The "unnamed Mexican chain" at the heart of a salmonella outbreak spread across 10 states has now been confirmed as Taco Bell.

Bite-sized news: Free BK onion rings, Leo's charity coffee line and the high price of beef

Patricia Conte — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:37:00 -0800

When you're hungry for the latest food updates.

Is fast food a bad parenting choice?

Monica Beyer — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:15:00 -0800

British teen Stacey Irvine recently fell ill after a steady diet of little more than McDonald's Chicken McNuggets. Who is to blame for her poor nutritional choices? And does relying fast food, even in moderation, really make you a bad parent?

Pink slime gone from McDonald's burgers

Claire Gallam — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:15:00 -0800

Despite the good intentions of using "pink slime" to fight bacteria commonly found in meats and produce, the use of the controversial additive by McDonald's didn't do the fast food giant any favors. Although they claim that the decision to discontinue the pink slime was made over a year ago, many still believe Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution played a big part in the decision.

Taco Bell to launch "First Meal" breakfast menu

Patricia Conte — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800

Dong! Recognize that sound? What was once the sound that called you to the border for your late night, fast food fix -- or “fourth meal” -- now also signals breakfast in some areas.

Burger King gives fast food delivery a go

Katherine Martinelli — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:17:00 -0800

If you thought fast food couldn’t get any more convenient, think again. Burger King has just announced plans to test out a delivery option that will bring burgers and more directly to your doorstep.

5 Food trends we'd like to see die in 2012

Laura Willard — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:49:00 -0800

Food trends can be fun, but sometimes they can seem silly, overused or even weird. We've listed five food trends we'd love to see end in 2012.

Burger King hosting Free Fries Day this Friday

Laura Willard — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:05:00 -0800

Want to try Burger King's newest fries for free? You're in luck. Free Fries Day is taking place in just two days.