Food

Alcohol amplifies the body’s savoury craving

By David Raubenheimer, Amanda Grech and Stephen J Simpson Have you ever wondered why savoury foods like chips, nachos and salted nuts go so well with a beer or glass of

Poor childhood eating triggers life-long bad habits

Eating unhealthy foods early in life can trigger life-long changes in the way the brain regulates eating, new research shows. University College Cork scientists found

Two simple habits are the key to healthy weight

Scientists have discovered that two simple habits seem to provide the best chance of maintaining a healthy weight over time. A major study found that people who fasted

Kitchens are losing their role as the hub of family life

By Caroline Cumberbatch According to anthropologist Richard Wrangham, cooking fundamentally altered the human species. He claims the control of fire and the advent of

Farmers warn of food shortages as fuel panic sets in

Australian farmers have warned that threats to fuel imports and panic buying could impact food supplies in coming weeks. Farmer representative body AgForce said

Foodie road trip: Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail 2026

Join the ultimate foodie road trip and go behind the scenes of one of Queensland’s most celebrated food bowls at the Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail on Sunday, March 29

Foodies feast on the 7 food trends of 2026

The prestigious Michelin food guide has released its seven biggest food trends of 2026. This year the revered restaurant inspectors say there is a general shift towards

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