Skittles Gummy Crystals taste like the real thing, and that is precisely the point. The new chewy-crunchy candy pairs a squishy gummy centre with a tangy crystal coating, and it arrives with one very clear target in its sights: the dominant position Nerds Gummy Clusters have built in the sugar candy aisle over the past several years. The product launches first on TikTok Shop on 2 November, moves to select retailers later this year, and is scheduled for a nationwide rollout in 2027. It comes in two varieties: Original, carrying the five classic Skittles flavours, and Tropical Splash, which introduces…
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Luke Baxter spent twelve years in broadcast and digital news before going freelance. He started as a runner at a news channel, worked his way to producer, and spent four years as a digital editor at a mid-sized news outlet covering politics, defence, and international affairs. He writes about UK politics, foreign policy, and the current affairs stories that develop over months and break over hours. He prefers primary sources to commentary and considers the distinction increasingly rare. Luke lives in South London. He watches PMQs out of professional obligation and considers it a declining format.
Mezzetta issued a voluntary recall of one lot of its Golden Greek Peperoncini Medium Heat after a video circulated online showing what appears to be a dead mouse inside a customer’s jar. The recall, confirmed by NBC Chicago as issued on Saturday, 26 September, targets a single lot of the 32-ounce jarred product and does not affect any other Mezzetta lines.The affected product is identified by lot number 720106 and SKU number 10106328. Mezzetta said it used its detailed production and distribution records to identify where the recalled product was distributed and is working directly with the customers who received…
A guava cheesecake tres leches cake brings together two beloved dessert traditions in a single 13-by-9-inch baking dish, drawing on the soaked-sponge technique of classic tres leches and the layered aesthetic of Hawaiian guava cake. The recipe, developed for Delish by Taylor Ann Spencer with photography by Ryan Liebe, yields 12 servings at 638 calories per serving, with a total time of six hours that includes chilling.How the Guava Cheesecake Tres Leches Is BuiltThe base starts with a 15.25-oz box of vanilla cake mix, modified with 1ยผ cups of guava nectar in place of water. Three large eggs and half…
Ten Anthropologie picks under $50 that span tops, accessories, and outerwear-ready layers have been curated for anyone who wants to refresh their wardrobe without a major spend. The selection, drawn from current sale and full-price stock at Anthropologie, ranges from $30 for a mock-neck layer to $48 for a pair of slim oval sunglasses.Anthropologie Picks Under $50: Tops and BottomsThe Maeve Mock Neck Sleeveless Top leads the list at $30, down from $48. Its versatility across seasons makes it a straightforward buy: layer it under a chunky knit when the temperature drops, or wear it alone for a cleaner silhouette.…
A homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe takes around five minutes, requires no specialist equipment, and produces something that rivals anything you’ll queue for once the season officially kicks off. For context, CBS News reports that Starbucks is set to bring the PSL back on 26 Aug, so the drive-through lines will not be far away.The appeal of the pumpkin spice latte has only grown over the past decade. According to CBS News, mentions of pumpkin spice on US menus climbed nearly 34% between 2014 and 2024, a statistic that underlines why coffee chains treat the drink’s return as a proper…
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days runs from 6 October through 7 October, and securing a Prime membership before the sale opens is the only way to access its exclusive deals. The monthly plan costs $14.99, the annual plan $139, and a discounted tier for those on government assistance comes in at $6.99 per month.Which Amazon Prime Big Deal Days membership plan is right for you?Amazon offers four main plans. Prime Monthly sits at $14.99 per month, while Prime Annual works out at $139 per year. Prime Access, available to those on government assistance programmes, costs $6.99 per month; signing up…
A brown sugar wheat recall covering eight US states has drawn in close to two million pounds of product, with the FDA posting its Class II classification on 21 September, weeks after the recall was first initiated. The affected products were sold under the United, Good & Gather, and Crystal Sugar brand names, appearing on shelves at Target and other major retailers across Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.What Triggered the Brown Sugar Wheat RecallThe recall centres on potential contamination with wheat kernels. Wheat is one of the nine major food allergens, and any exposure carries risk…
Starbucks’ Aerocano US launch is set for 29 September, with the air-whipped iced espresso drink joining menus nationwide on National Coffee Day. The Caramel Aerocano arrives alongside it as a permanent addition to the core menu. An early tasting confirmed the drinks are smooth and espresso-forward, with a frothy texture that sets them apart from a standard iced Americano.From South Korea to the Starbucks Aerocano US LaunchThe Aerocano did not originate in the United States. According to King 5, the drink became a sensation in South Korea’s Starbucks coffeehouses before Starbucks moved to bring it westward. The timing of the…
The debate over sweet potatoes vs regular potatoes has a clearer answer than most health-food messaging suggests: neither tuber holds a decisive overall advantage. Both provide roughly the same calories and an almost identical split of macronutrients per serving, according to analysis from the USDA and two registered dietitians consulted on the question.What Sweet Potatoes Actually Bring to the TableSweet potatoes have built a strong reputation, and a portion of it is deserved. Kim Yawitz, RD, describes them as ‘incredibly rich in antioxidants’ and a ‘great source of vitamin A and vitamin C.’ A 3.5-ounce serving delivers over 100% of…
Brach’s Candy Corn fragrance has already sold out once, with reports from buyers suggesting bottles cleared in under a minute when the first batch went live. The limited-edition eau de parfum, called Ode to Candy Corn, costs $22 per 1.7-ounce bottle and comes paired with a bag of Brach’s Classic Candy Corn. One final batch goes on sale at 7 p.m. ET on October 1 exclusively at PR Newswire-listed CandyCornSeason.com.What the Brach’s Candy Corn Fragrance Actually Smells LikeRather than attempting to recreate the waxy, sugary specificity of the sweet itself, the scent is built around creamy vanilla, spun sugar, and…