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
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...
The IHOP Kingpin of the Bronx, D.C. Bars' World Cup Exception, and Tasting Delola 14.07.2023 38:25
Juliet and Jacoby begin by reacting to JFK’s grandson John Schlossberg's rant about restaurants. Then, they share their thoughts on a massive wine heist in Venice Beach and discuss a new Burger King item in Thailand. For this week’s Taste Test, they try J.Lo’s craft cocktail brand, Delola. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicema...
Blake Lively’s Canned Cocktails, a New TikTok Diet Trend, and Tasting Summer Treats 07.07.2023 34:31
Juliet and Jacoby kick things off with a passionate discussion about water bottles, before sharing their thoughts on proper tipping and reacting to Subway announcing that all locations will slice their own meat. For this week’s Taste Test, they each try a different summer treat. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Persona...
Hidden Restaurant Service Fees, Pepsi’s First Condiment, and Tasting Popeyes’ Ghost Pepper Wings 30.06.2023 36:43
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the issues that drive-thrus can create, share whether they suffer from menu anxiety, and preview the alcohol situation at the Paris Olympics. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the ghost pepper wings from Popeyes. 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...
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Candy, Brooklyn Beckham’s Chicken, and Tasting SunnyD Vodka Seltzer 23.06.2023 38:35
Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the restaurant that brought a fake priest in to trick workers into confessing their work sins, discuss a man stealing a Captain Morgan statue, and react to the current Sriracha shortage. For this week’s Taste Test, they try SunnyD Vodka Seltzers. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail...
The Slurpee's New Look, a Dijon Mustard Ban, and a Blind Strawberry Taste Test 16.06.2023 37:02
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss eating at the 'Vanderpump Rules' restaurants post-Scandoval, follow up on a Supreme Court ruling involving Jack Daniel's and dog toys, and share their thoughts on the Uber Eats driver who requested gas money. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a blind flight of strawberries to see whether spending more money actually makes a difference. Finally, they close th...
The Rise of Ghost Kitchens, a More Interesting Pizza Hut Offering, and Tasting Taylor Ham 09.06.2023 33:35
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Padma Lakshmi leaving 'Top Chef,' wonder how a new pickle-flavored hard seltzer would taste, and follow up on Starbucks olive oil coffee. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a New Jersey delicacy, Taylor ham. 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...
King Charles's Food-Powered Car, Starbucks Nugget Ice, and Tasting Velveeta Chocolate Truffles 02.06.2023 37:46
Juliet and Jacoby discuss Wendy’s plan to use subterranean robots to deliver food, get an update on the recently renamed Frankmobile, and wonder which foods actually need to be kept refrigerated. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Velveeta Chocolate Truffles. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal...
Cooking With Volcanic Heat, an Italian Pasta Crisis, and Tasting Sapote Negra in Tenerife 26.05.2023 33:27
All good things must come to an end, and in this week’s episode, Juliet and Jacoby put a bow around their spring break trip to Spain. They discuss more British profiling, question cheese-flavored chocolate truffles, and debate a Michelin-star meal served in the stratosphere. For this week's taste test, we return to Finca Ecológica La Calabacera to taste sapote negra. Finally, Juliet and Jacoby clo...
A 'Mission: Impossible'–Style Food Heist, Paris’s Best Baguette, and Tasting a Bacon Ranch McCrispy 19.05.2023 36:10
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Oscar Mayer changing the name of the Wienermobile to the Frankmobile, share their thoughts on office fridge etiquette, and question a supposed beer-powered motorcycle. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Bacon Ranch McCrispy from McDonald's. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do...
A New Jersey Pasta Mystery, Wine Made by Nuns, and Tasting Häagen-Dazs Black and White Cookie Ice Cream 12.05.2023 35:18
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the couple smuggling Fruit Roll-Ups to Israel, react to the vegan family that asked their neighbors to close their windows when cooking meat, and wonder about a woman who survived for five days on wine. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Black and White Cookie ice cream from Häagen-Dazs. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal F...
Wooly Mammoth Meatballs, an Alcohol Miracle, and Tasting Frito Mallorquín de Marisco in Mallorca 05.05.2023 31:45
For the final leg of their culinary Spring Break, Juliet and Jacoby travel to Mallorca. An island in the Mediterranean Sea, Mallorca is a tourism hot spot due to its beautiful beaches, stunning architecture, and of course the fantastic food. This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss etiquette when booking restaurant reservations, wonder why Panera needs biometric technology, and debate how they each en...
A Star Athlete Restaurant Collaboration, a Domino's Delivery Debacle, and Tasting Tuna Lasagne in Málaga 28.04.2023 33:44
It’s time for stop no. 3 on our Spanish spring break. Juliet and Jacoby travel to mainland Spain and the coastal city of Málaga. The birthplace of Pablo Picasso and home to beautiful beaches, the lively city of Málaga is perfect for the food-loving traveler. This week, they discuss California potentially banning certain chemicals found in common foods, marvel at ancient cultures making wine, and d...
Illegal Monkey Labor, Coriander Pizza, and Tasting a Canary Island Cheese Board in Tenerife 21.04.2023 33:10
Spring break continues with stop no. 2. In Tenerife, known for its microclimates and black-sand beaches, Juliet and Jacoby get a firsthand look at how volcanic soil affects the flavor of food on this tropical island. They discuss the treatment of octopi, question a restaurant’s decision to serve deep-fried squirrel, and share their thoughts on gene-edited food. During Taste Test, they sample a Can...
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