National French Fry Day 2024 brings deals and freebies

National French Fry Day is on Friday, July 12, and many chains are offering deals and freebies to celebrate.

McDonald's says it's bringing back 'everyone's favorite sandwich'

McDonald’s said it’s bringing back “everyone’s favorite sandwich” temporarily to U.S. restaurants this summer.

Clarified mocktails from Devil May Care
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Patrick Gardner, general manager at undeground lounge Devil May Care, shares some alcohol-free mocktails, perfect for the summer heat.

Summer cocktails from Devil May Care
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Patrick Gardner, the GM for Nova Hospitality, shows some cocktails for underground lounge Devil May Care's Cumbia Night.

Arizona Iced Tea co-founder vows to 'fight hard' to keep price under $1

"We’re successful. We’re debt-free. We own everything," he said. "Why have people who are having a hard time paying their rent … pay more for our drink?"

Chia seeds recalled as FDA issues highest possible risk level

The FDA has reclassified a recall of chia seeds as the highest risk of injury or death due to salmonella poisoning. 

Fresh summer ceviche from TLC
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TLC has a lot of great seafood offerings and they tell Adaleigh Rowe and Meredith Aldis all about them.

FDA bans BVO: Here’s which beverages contain the food additive

The FDA found that BVO is “no longer considered safe" after studies found the potential for adverse health effects in humans.

Good Day Cooks: Aguachile
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Executive Sous Chef at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Alex Pyser joins Fox 7 Austin to make this refreshing seafood dish for the summer: aguachile.

Chipotle portions drama: Wells Fargo analyst exposes inconsistency

Chipotle Mexican Grill faces criticism for inconsistent burrito bowl portions after a Wells Fargo analyst's study revealed significant size variations across 75 orders, sparking social media backlash.

Are the new Costco rotisserie chicken bags safe?

In March 2024, Costco switched from hard plastic containers to flexible plastic bags for rotisserie chickens to reduce plastic use and emissions, but customers have raised concerns about leaks and potential chemical exposure from the hot chickens sitting directly in the plastic.

Nathan’s hot dog contest 2024 goes to Patrick Bertoletti with Joey Chestnut sidelined

Patrick Bertoletti wins his first Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest title, devouring 58 hot dogs and surpassing his previous record, in an event notably absent of reigning champion Joey Chestnut.

Barbecue platter for the Fourth of July
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Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa's executive sous chef Alex Pyser joins Fox 7 Austin to show their barbecue platter on their menu for this year's Fourth of July. The platter he showcased included Texas brisket, smoked sausage, pimento mac and cheese, and jalepeno cornbread.

July 4th cookout costs: This meat is cheaper than last year

As shoppers search for bargains on food for Fourth of July gatherings, one meat on store shelves may save you a little money.

Fourth of July locally-sourced kolaches
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Dai Due is a farm-to-table restaurant in East Austin that will show Fox 7 Austin's Tierra Neubaum how to make kolaches using ingredients grown and sourced from Texas.

Caesar salad origins: Iconic dish, invented in Mexico, turns 100

In honor of its 100th birthday, here’s how the Caesar salad became a star. Its origins, which date back to Mexico in 1924, may surprise you.

Fourth of July food deals and freebies to celebrate America

Many restaurant chains are offering special Fourth of July discounts and freebies in an effort to sweeten the holiday.