The Ringer
Food News
Join Juliet Litman and David Jacoby every week for ‘Food News,’ in which they will sample various snacks, share personal tales about food, and round up the latest in food news from around the world!
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Episodes
Cheeseball Man, Miami Grand Prix Prices, and an Avocado Toast Flight in Melbourne, Australia 10.05.2024 44:01
Juliet and Jacoby remain in Melbourne as they push ahead with their spring break! To start the show, they discuss the real beneficiary of Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s rap beef, share their thoughts on selling reservations, and talk to an Australian bartender about oranges and eggs. For this week’s Taste Test, they pay homage to Bill Granger, the inventor of avocado toast, by trying an avocado toast...
Sprite Chill, Milan’s Food Ban, and Tasting Magic Coffee in Melbourne, Australia 03.05.2024 37:40
Juliet and Jacoby have touched down in Melbourne, Australia, and are ready for spring break! Before they explore the city, however, they cover this week’s news, including Amazon’s new subscription service, the runner who blind tasted wine during the London Marathon, and coffee drinking in the United States. For this week’s Taste Test, they travel to the Fitzroy area of Melbourne, Australia, and se...
Avocado Sommeliers, Cicada Salads, and Tasting Kangaroo Jerky 26.04.2024 33:22
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the origins of tomato sauce on pizza, dive deep into Keith McNally’s rodent claims, and continue their Philly heist stories. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kangaroo jerky and make a special announcement. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear...
OpenTables New Policy, Scented Billboards, and Tasting a Loverboy Espresso Martini 19.04.2024 36:21
Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the restaurant that will give you a free bottle of wine for not using your phone during the meal, discuss the world’s oldest beer recipe, and reveal what they really think about private clubs. For this week’s Taste Test, they try canned espresso martinis from Loverboy. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Liste...
A New Beer Heist, Miniature Pineapples, and a Blind Water Taste Test 12.04.2024 37:50
This week, Juliet and Jacoby listen to what pasta sounds like, share their thoughts on Lunchables, and pay homage to the diner. For this week’s Taste Test, they try four different bottled waters to see if they can taste the difference. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you!...
Eating During the Eclipse, Anya Taylor-Joy’s Wedding Cake, and Tasting a Kalimotxo 05.04.2024 38:48
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on “guilt tipping,” react to Julia Fox’s collaboration with Velveeta, and marvel at the world’s oldest bread. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kalimotxo: a mix of red wine and cola. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you!...
Costco’s Food-Court Crackdown, Krispy Kreme to McDonald’s, and Tasting a Kloben Bun 29.03.2024 36:06
Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the new Trader Joe’s Pronto location, discuss Chick-fil-A's introduction of chicken with antibiotics, and explain why they dislike sexy water. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a Kloben bun and lemon-lavender bar from Ole & Steen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Fo...
New York’s Hottest Nightclub, a Meal in Space, and Tasting Spicy Potato Tacos 22.03.2024 34:22
Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on yet another Philly food heist, react to Millie Bobby Brown's admission that she leaves negative reviews, and discuss where the taxes from rum go. For this week’s Taste Test, they try spicy potato tacos from Taco Bell. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We...
Trader Joe’s Mini Tote Bags, Restaurant Cancelation Fees, and Tasting Two Jeni’s Ice Cream Flavors 15.03.2024 36:44
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Hidden Valley’s collaboration with Cheez-It, 50 Cent's embezzlement accusations toward Beam Suntory, and break down Pump moving into TomTom without warning. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Powdered Jelly Donut and Pineapple Upside Down Cake from Jeni’s Ice Cream. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react...
The Return of the Choco Taco, Wendy’s Dynamic Pricing, and Tasting Spiced Coca-Cola 08.03.2024 35:26
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the $16,000 wedding cake, discuss whether service industry workers should be paid a salary, and marvel at Taylor Swift making the Chiefs homemade pop-tarts. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Coca-Cola’s newest flavor: Spiced Coke. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to Listener Food News. Do you have...
Drink Chugging, Overpriced Airport Snacks, and Pop-Tarts 16.02.2024 30:31
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl chugging, give their thoughts on the sausage challenge in 'The Bachelor,' and talk about how the creator of the Pop-Tart isn’t mentioned on the official website. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email Liste...
Purple Tomatoes, a Vineyard at an Airport, and Comparing Red Vines to Twizzlers 09.02.2024 33:51
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the influence Tex-Mex has had on Super Bowl food, share their thoughts on a clever food heist, and marvel at Sofía Vergara’s coffee-tasting skill. For this week’s Taste Test, they compare Red Vines to Twizzlers. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646...
Food News’ 100th Episode! Soup Thrown at the ‘Mona Lisa,’ the Origin of Butter Chicken, and Tasting Black Sapote. 02.02.2024 37:01
It’s Food News’ 100th episode, and Juliet and Jacoby begin the show by celebrating with Prosecco. Then, they share their thoughts on the Chuck E. Cheese cookbook, discuss lab-grown eel, and marvel at the original tableside caesar salad. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a black sapote drink from their visit to Tenerife. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacti...
Kathy Hilton’s Date-Night Restaurant, a Professor’s Tea Claim, and Tasting Almave 26.01.2024 41:24
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Brooklyn Beckham’s pop-up restaurant, react to a court ruling on how much potato constitutes a crisp, and share their thoughts on Reese Witherspoon’s snow video. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Lewis Hamilton’s nonalcoholic tequila: Almave. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do y...
Hershey’s New Lawsuit, a Bloodhound Detective, and Blind Tasting Grapes 19.01.2024 36:00
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a lawsuit involving Lisa Vanderpump, once again share their thoughts on olive oil on ice cream, and dive deep into the bloodhound that's solving food crime in North Carolina. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a flight of grapes blind and try to name them. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted vo...
A Coffee Shop Wedding, the 1,001 Cheese Pizza, and Tasting Anita Gelato 12.01.2024 34:42
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the group stealing Wendy’s cooking oil, share their thoughts on the spread of counterfeit olive oil, and react to an article claiming beer drinking is down in America. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of flavors from Anita Gelato. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you h...
Tommy DeVito’s Pizzeria Appearance, McDonald's New Drink Outpost, and Tasting Bad Foods 22.12.2023 37:31
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Chobani's acquisition of Juliet’s beloved La Colombe, follow up on the woman who stole 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and share their thoughts on the tomatoes that were lost in space. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of foods that Jacoby thought they wouldn’t like. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a lis...
The Curious Case of the Missing Wine, a Danish Butter Heist, and a Blind Ketchup Taste Test 08.12.2023 34:22
Juliet and Jacoby discuss the woman who could reduce her jail sentence by working a fast food job, react to a video showing potatoes being cleaned in a dishwasher, and share their thoughts on the UN's recommendation that Americans eat less meat. For this week’s Taste Test, they see whether they can identify different ketchup brands on taste alone. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Pers...
The Literal Chopt Salad, a Look Inside Jennifer Garner’s Bag, and Tasting a Blue Moon Bagel With Valencia Orange Cream Cheese From Popup Bagels 01.12.2023 35:55
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Red Lobster’s endless shrimp costing the chain $20 million, share their thoughts on a Krispy Kreme truck heist, and question whether dessert stomach is a real thing. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a Blue Moon bagel with Valencia orange cream cheese from Popup Bagels. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listen...
Flavortown Spiked Punch, Another Philly Heist, and Tasting Holiday Chocolates 24.11.2023 32:23
Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the viral 7,000-dollar cheese board, discuss the diner accused of putting their own hair into their food, and once again head to Philadelphia to break down a heist. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Ghirardelli Holiday Chocolate Snowmen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do y...
Pickle-Flavored Ketchup, an Action-Movie-Style Heist, and Tasting the Bobbie 17.11.2023 35:49
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on a trout-flavored brandy, discuss soup dumplings filled with grilled cheese and tomato soup, and dish out all the details of a champagne heist. In anticipation of Thanksgiving, this week’s Taste Test is the Bobbie from Capriotti’s. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do...
The Great Kit Kat Shipping Scam, Mindy Kaling’s Salad, and Tasting Pocas Bubble Tea 10.11.2023 34:17
This week, Juliet and Jacoby start the show with a deep dive on a scam story involving Kit Kats. Then, they discuss DoorDash's warning of bad service if customers don’t tip and look at the history of Erewhon. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of bubble tea flavors from Pocas. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail....
The Restaurant Charging for Misbehaving Children, a Bagel Food Fight, and Tasting the Cinnamon Social 03.11.2023 38:27
Juliet and Jacoby marvel at the man who balanced 319 wine glasses on his head, share their thoughts on Ralph Lauren’s collaboration with La Colombe, and send off the McFlurry spoon. Next, they have a heated Food Fight on whether bagels are overrated and share their Personal Food News. Finally, for this week’s Taste Test, they try the Cinnamon Social from Ole & Steen. Do you have Personal Food News...
Vera Wang’s Diet, Olive-Shaped GPS Devices, and Tasting a Candy Apple 27.10.2023 34:54
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the Grubhub driver who ate someone’s meal, discuss Brooklyn Beckham’s cooking videos, and wonder at the man who faked 20 heart attacks in an attempt to get free food. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet tries her first-ever candy apple. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail...
Kendall Jenner’s Bartending, a Fast Food Festival, and Tasting Popeyes’ Spicy Truff Chicken Sandwich 20.10.2023 35:44
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a man who was fired over an expense report, share their thoughts on New York’s new alcohol laws, and break down multiple heists. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Popeyes’ new Spicy Truff Chicken Sandwich. They close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear fr...
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