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
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...
A Massive Crab Heist, Airplane Coffee, and Tasting Popular Cookies 13.10.2023 41:41
Juliet and Jacoby discuss the sale of Blue Apron, talk about an article suggesting that 6 p.m. is the new 8 p.m. for dining, and, of course, share their thoughts on another heist. For this week’s Taste Test, they try chocolate chip cookies from Chip City, Levain Bakery, and Insomnia Cookies in an effort to find the best cookie. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and r...
The History of Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Alicia Keys’s Tea Brand, and Tasting Pringles and Caviar 06.10.2023 37:08
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the history of the pumpkin spice latte, share their thoughts on crab boils, and remark on secret McDonald's menu items. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Pringles with caviar from Caviar Co. Finally, 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 from you...
Taylor Swift’s Chicken Tenders With Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch, and Tasting Water Enhancers 29.09.2023 39:57
In a celebrity-filled episode, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Taylor Swift’s appearance at the Chiefs game, follow up on Lana Del Rey’s Waffle House work, and break down how much water Chris Pratt actually drinks. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a flight of flavored water enhancers. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do...
Another Liquor Store Heist, a White Claw–Stealing Bear, and Tasting 'Hot Ones'–Inspired Hot Pockets 22.09.2023 38:03
Juliet and Jacoby do their deepest dive yet into a liquor store heist and share their thoughts on Gatorade’s new product: water. For this week’s Taste Test, they try two flavors of 'Hot Ones'–inspired Hot Pockets. Finally, 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 from you! Leave us a voic...
A River of Wine, American Cheese Caves, and Tasting DiGiorno’s Pineapple Pickle Pizza 15.09.2023 36:10
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on McDonald’s phasing out their self-service soda machines and marvel at the viral house that had hundreds of empty rum bottles inside. For this week’s Taste Test, they try DiGiorno’s half pickle, half pineapple pizza. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Person...
Whopper Lawsuits, the Tinned-Fish Craze, and Tasting Caramel Cold Brew M&M’s 08.09.2023 35:29
Juliet and Jacoby start by discussing the sale of the world’s most expensive cheese. Then, they share their thoughts on the woman who spent 12 hours in a Golden Corral and remember Blimpie. For this week’s Taste Test they try Sweetgreen’s Potato Chips and Caramel Cold Brew M&M’s. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you...
Sweetgreen Potato Chips, Destroying French Wine, and Wine-Infused Club Crackers 01.09.2023 33:39
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on unique drink glasses, question a story involving a grandma stealing for the rich, and try to solve Germany’s raccoon problem. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Club Mini Crackers infused with Chardonnay from JaM Cellars. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you hav...
Dishwasher Salmon, the Joy of Solo Dining, and Tasting Ice Cream–Related Products 18.08.2023 38:16
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on a gravy-themed roller coaster, look back at a maple syrup heist, and argue over gazpacho. For this week’s Taste Test, they try ice cream products that don’t melt. Finally, 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 from you! Leave us a vo...
A Crocs and Pop-Tarts Team-Up, a Minnesota Pasta Thief, and Tasting High-End Cookies 11.08.2023 34:34
Juliet and Jacoby discuss a nacho cheese highway accident, share their thoughts on In-I-Nout, an In-N-Out copycat restaurant, and opine on vegan culture. For this week’s Taste Test they try high-end cookies. Finally, 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 from you! Leave us a voicemail...
The Butter Candle Trend, Darkroom Dining, and a Blind Ice Cream and Gelato Taste Test 04.08.2023 35:53
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a new NYC delivery law, share their thoughts on the ethics of children drinking nonalcoholic beer, and break down an Illinois alcohol heist. For this week’s Taste Test, they don their blindfolds to see whether they can spot the difference between ice cream and gelato. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-su...
Lana Del Rey Working at Waffle House, Mustard Flavored Skittles, and Tasting Ed Sheeran’s Hot Sauce 28.07.2023 37:07
Juliet and Jacoby discuss a food-related smuggling attempt, share their thoughts on DiGiorno’s pizza vending machines, and marvel at Burger King Thailand’s latest ad campaign. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the hot sauce created by Ed Sheeran; Tingly Ted’s. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Fo...
A New Hostess Creation, a Robot Making Guacamole, and Tasting Pringles Harvest Blends 21.07.2023 35:45
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the end to the "Taco Tuesday" trademark dispute, share their thoughts on some Barbie food collaborations, and wonder at how beer is helping salmon in the Pacific Northwest. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Pringles Harvest Blends. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Per...
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