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Weight loss may be helped by drinking sparkling water, study suggests

Weight loss may be helped by drinking sparkling water, study suggests

In an interview with Fox News Digital, Takahashi said this new report underscores how carbonated water impacts weight loss by promoting the sensation of fullness, which can reduce food intake and lower overall calorie consumption.


Two Los Angeles Chefs Will Compete for the Title of ‘Top Chef’ on Season 22

Two Los Angeles Chefs Will Compete for the Title of ‘Top Chef’ on Season 22

Alongside Hong and Turner, the other “cheftestants” will include Anya El-Watter (Birch and Rye), César Murillo (North Pond), Shuai Wang (Jackrabbit Filly and King BBQ), Mimi Weissenborn (Sur Lie), and more.


NYC mainstay Bryant Park Grill loses bid to renew lease — for fancier restaurant from Jean-Georges Vongerichten

NYC mainstay Bryant Park Grill loses bid to renew lease — for fancier restaurant from Jean-Georges Vongerichten

The owner of the famed Bryant Park Grill – a mainstay near the Public Library in Midtown for three decades – was left fuming after his lease was not renewed in favor of a fancier eatery helmed by celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.


This Hidden Korean Tasting Menu Counter Is LA’s Most Exciting New Restaurant

This Hidden Korean Tasting Menu Counter Is LA’s Most Exciting New Restaurant

Once firmly into the main courses, Kim and the crew feature a steamed sea perch with scarlet prawn, dry-aged dairy cow with roasted sesame, creamy perilla noodles topped with shaved winter truffles, and charcoal-grilled lobster tail with doenjang sauce and raspberry powder.


Brands Report 2025: American whiskey – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

Brands Report 2025: American whiskey – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

As part of the survey, we ask each bar owner or head bartender to revise their sales spreadsheets and rank the three bestselling products in each spirit, beer, wine and mixer category.


FDA proposes new mini nutrition labels on the front of food — without calories or fat

FDA proposes new mini nutrition labels on the front of food — without calories or fat

“The FDA’s proposed rule for front-of-package nutrition labeling appears to be based upon opaque methodology and disregard of industry input and collaboration,” said Sarah Gallo, senior vice president of product policy at the Consumer Brands Association, which represents major manufacturers of packaged goods.


NYC restaurants offer $9 discounts to defray congestion pricing toll: ‘Take sting out of being stung’

NYC restaurants offer $9 discounts to defray congestion pricing toll: ‘Take sting out of being stung’

Another restaurateur, The Lure Group’s CEO Aristotle “Telly” Hatzigeorgiou, said he is offering drivers $9 off tabs of $100 or more at his Clinton Hall locations at W. 36th Street, E. 51st and in FiDi for the rest of January.


One of LA’s Most Popular Smash Burger Spots Is Taking Over the Former All Day Baby Space

One of LA’s Most Popular Smash Burger Spots Is Taking Over the Former All Day Baby Space

Heavy Handed co-founder Danny Gordon confirmed to Eater that his third Southern California location will debut in early spring, when it will bring short rib cheeseburgers, beer and wine, beef-tallow fries, and soft serve to a prominent corner on Sunset Boulevard and Descanso Drive.


This Bustling New Spanish Tapas Spot Has Already Captured Silver Lake Hearts

This Bustling New Spanish Tapas Spot Has Already Captured Silver Lake Hearts

Sperling partnered with Lucia Flors and Carlos Leiva, co-founders of stylish high-end conservas company Siesta, serving the full array of tinned fish including white tuna, Cantabrian anchovies, mackerel, squid, clams, and sardines accompanied with lemon, regañas crackers, and mojo verde.


Cease and desist from national chain causes Columbus pizzeria to rename popular pie

Cease and desist from national chain causes Columbus pizzeria to rename popular pie

We were required to submit samples from social media, our website and menus of the name having been successfully changed to Sicilian Deep Dish Pizza.”


Best diets for 2025 revealed in new report — there’s one clear winner

Best diets for 2025 revealed in new report — there’s one clear winner

US News & World Report analyzed 38 diets for the new year, revealing on Friday which takes the cake for overall well-being and specific concerns like high blood pressure and menopause.


NYers are so desperate for this pizza, they’re hiring TaskRabbits to wait in line

NYers are so desperate for this pizza, they’re hiring TaskRabbits to wait in line

The acclaimed Carroll Gardens pizzeria — which is cash-only, BYOB, doesn’t take reservations and is beloved by celebs such as Jay-Z and Beyonce — tops the list of a recent report from TaskRabbit on the most popular restaurants in the city for hiring Taskers to wait for a table.