This week, Juliet and Jacoby once again follow up on Red Lobster’s financials, take a look at the weirdest food in NFL stadiums this season, and share their thoughts on Campbell's Soup’s name change. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the viral Dubai chocolate. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have y...
Sep 13, 2024•36 min
Welcome to ‘Shift Meal,’ a video podcast from The Ringer in which host Danny Chau shares a bite and chops it up with chefs and restaurant people during their off hours. Together, they explore origin stories and histories (both personal and cultural) that inform some of the best food in the country. This time around, we’re seeking answers hidden behind smoke. As surprising as it sounds, Los Angeles is in the midst of a barbecue renaissance. But in a city of transplants and converging global influ...
Sep 11, 2024•54 sec
This week, Juliet and Jacoby dive into another Philly heist, discuss lab-made cocoa, and try to make sense of Wendy’s addition of a Krabby Patty to the menu. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a combination of Glacier Freeze Gatorade and cheap red wine that the internet has dubbed "Gatorwine." Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews...
Sep 06, 2024•36 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on robots working in restaurants, discuss a Coca-Cola and Oreo collaboration, and give props to Kordell Beckham for achieving his dream partnership. In this week’s Taste Test, they try a Food Crime that was submitted by a listener. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for ...
Aug 23, 2024•41 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby debate whether it is rude to order fajitas at someone else’s birthday, discuss new tourism news coming out of Japan, and cover a brand-new KFC item that hasn’t made its way to the States yet. For this week’s Taste Test, they finally try Hidden Valley Ranch Cheez-Its. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138, or email ListenerFoodNew...
Aug 16, 2024•39 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby close out the Olympics by covering multiple food stories from the Summer Games, share their thoughts on an Auntie Anne’s candle, and discuss fridgescaping. For this week’s Taste Test, they try 5-Hour Energy barbecue sauce. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news sha...
Aug 09, 2024•35 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the divers who were rescued after being lost at sea, share their thoughts on the Hot Cheeto controversy, and take a deep dive on an AI cookbook author. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Pesto as well as Mint and Chili Pepper chips from San Carlo. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138, or email [email protected]...
Aug 02, 2024•35 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss lab-grown meat, cover another story about Something About Her sandwich shop, and question if we need a sauce that combines 14 in one. For this week’s Taste Test, they try fluffy Coke: a mixture of Coke and Fluffernutter. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your ne...
Jul 26, 2024•33 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss how Whataburger helped Texans through a blackout, share their thoughts on the wedding that served instant ramen, and cover the etymology of the pickle. For this week’s Taste Test, they try kangaroo tartar while on their trip to Melbourne, Australia. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected]...
Jul 19, 2024•35 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Benny Blanco’s cookbook, share their thoughts on a TikTok made by Kentucky teachers, and talk about the oldest discovered wine. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a new energy drink from Starbucks. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show...
Jul 05, 2024•36 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the creation of rosé, share their thoughts on Joey Chestnut's face-off with Takeru Kobayashi, and react to coffee shops in Melbourne becoming mobile. For this week’s Taste Test, they try both fried and coal-fired prawns from Brisbane, Australia. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for...
Jun 28, 2024•34 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the cookie shop owner who called out a bridesmaid for requesting free cookies, question why Tesla is selling a bottle of mezcal, and share their thoughts on a new sobering gel. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the viral trend of ketchup on KitKats. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail....
Jun 21, 2024•36 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Japan’s unique vending machine problem, share their thoughts on Flavor Flav trying to save Red Lobster, and talk about Chipotle boys. For this week’s Taste Test, they tried three different iced coffees inspired by popular foods. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have...
Jun 14, 2024•42 min
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a restaurant that charges to heat up a muffin, share their thoughts on the woman who named her baby after the restaurant where she gave birth, and cover another whimsical food lawsuit. For this week’s Taste Test, they tried three different drinks from Starbucks. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodN...
Jun 07, 2024•34 min
Juliet and Jacoby remain in Brisbane and are ready to close out the final episode of our Australia month! To start the show, they try to answer the age-old question of whether a taco is a sandwich. Then, they marvel at the shelf life of eggs and give Target its flowers for lowering grocery prices. For this week’s Taste Test, they go to Eat Street Northshore, a lively outdoor venue featuring live music, international food, and great beer, and compete against each other to see who can form the bes...
May 31, 2024•36 min
Juliet and Jacoby have landed in Brisbane, a.k.a. Brisvegas, and are ready to take in the wonders of Queensland! To start the show, they discuss Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s prison-style energy drink, share their thoughts on how the Summer House is stocked, and follow up on reservation fraud. For this week’s Taste Test, they take a boat to North Stradbroke Island, or Minjerribah, to enjoy a seafood feast with their tour guide Elisha from Yura Tours. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on their...
May 24, 2024•46 min
It’s Juliet and Jacoby’s final episode from Melbourne, and they are taking in the Asian food scene the city has to offer! To start the show, they discuss a fast food chicken crime ring, share their thoughts on TikTokers eating lemons whole, and talk about the opening of the Something About Her sandwich shop. For this week’s Taste Test, they head to a restaurant called Supernormal to try its duck bao. Finally, they share the best thing they ate on day three and react to some Listener Food News. D...
May 17, 2024•36 min
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 flight from three breakfast restaurants in Melbourne, Australia. Finally, they share the best thing ...
May 10, 2024•44 min
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 settle at a coffee shop called St Ali’s. Here, they learn about the Magic Coffee from their tour guide...
May 03, 2024•38 min
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 from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to ...
Apr 26, 2024•33 min
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 Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646...
Apr 19, 2024•36 min
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! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your n...
Apr 12, 2024•38 min
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! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your n...
Apr 05, 2024•39 min
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 Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gm...
Mar 29, 2024•36 min
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 want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for...
Mar 22, 2024•34 min
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 reacting to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a vo...
Mar 15, 2024•37 min
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 Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email Listener...
Mar 08, 2024•35 min
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 [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman and Da...
Feb 16, 2024•31 min
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 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hos...
Feb 09, 2024•34 min
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 reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leav...
Feb 02, 2024•37 min
