Atlanta Bites: Father's Day, events and deals, new eats | June 2025
Father’s Day celebrations, summer specials, and a wave of new restaurant openings are heating up Atlanta’s dining scene this June.
McDonald’s Snack Wraps are finally coming back — here’s when and what to expect
McDonald’s will relaunch its fan-favorite Snack Wraps on July 10, nearly a decade after discontinuing them. But the 2025 version will look a little different.
Drinking coffee may boost odds of aging well, study finds
A study suggests that consuming more coffee may improve your chances of living longer.
Taco Mac suddenly shutters 2nd Atlanta location in less than 2 months
Midtown Atlanta has suddenly lost a popular restaurant after Taco Mac abruptly closed its spot on Peachtree Street on Monday.
Trump Burger chain grows popular in Texas, controversial with critics
A growing Texas burger chain themed around Donald Trump blends political spectacle with fast food, drawing both loyalists and critics in equal measure—with a menu and vibe that feel more rally than restaurant.
Price of eggs has dropped 61% since Trump took office, data shows
Egg prices in the United States plunged from all-time highs amid bird flu losses and increased imports.
Diet Coke linked to cardiovascular risks, experts warn: Here are healthier options
Dietitians say there are healthier beverage choices for those who opt to quit Diet Coke.
Garage Beer, owned by Kelce brothers, now part-owner of arena football team
Garage Beer, co-owned by Travis and Jason Kelce, is now a part-owner of an arena football team.
Haribo recalls candy after cannabis found in gummies, family gets sick
Haribo has recalled bags of candy in the Netherlands after a family reported getting sick and sampling revealed cannabis in the gummies.
Salmonella update: Cruise ship outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
Federal health officials say recalled cucumbers from a Florida grower have caused a salmonella outbreak that sickened cruise ship passengers and dozens more across 18 states.
Lawsuit accuses Aldi of copying others' packaging: See for yourself
The maker of Oreos, Chips Ahoy and Wheat Thins is suing Aldi over the supermarket chain’s packaging, alleging it “blatantly copies" their name brands.
Jon Taffer plans to bring Taffer's Tavern to Atlanta
"Bar Rescue" host Jon Taffer plans to expand Taffer’s Tavern, with a new Atlanta location on the way.
These 3 foods are the top sources of sodium in Americans' diets
A new study using NHANES data finds that pizza, soup, and chicken are the top sources of sodium in American diets, with notable differences across racial and ethnic groups.
Skittles quietly removes controversial food additive amid MAHA report
The report listed additives of potential concern, including titanium dioxide.
Atlanta Bites: Special events, new menu items and more | May 2025
Information on the latest events, restaurant openings, dining/food/drink specials, menu changes and more in metro Atlanta.
Applebee’s All You Can Eat menu is back - with a higher price
Applebee’s is bringing back a popular meal deal.
Atlanta food truck pioneer featured on 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'
Popular Atlanta restaurant Yumbii made history when it was featured on Food Network's “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" earlier this month.
Line Creek Brewing to release 'Minix 145' beer in honor of fallen officer's birthday
A brewery in south metro Atlanta plans to honor a fallen officer on what would have been his thirty-third birthday.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.