Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter: April 16-23, 2026

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→ Your guilt-free sweetener swap may leave a genetic imprint that echoes across generations, research suggests.

→ Inside a fast-food giant’s little-known training hub, the next generation of restaurant leaders is being shaped.

→ There’s a reason some Costco pastries aren’t served warm — and it involves mold.

A new mouse study suggests popular sugar substitutes may have effects that extend across generations. (iStock)

The hot plate

→ Gen Z’s favorite ready-to-drink cocktails are raising new concerns that their high potency may fuel overconsumption.

→ Restaurants are telling diners to ditch their phones — or risk missing out on the full experience.

The supersized BuzzBallz Biggie contains 1.75 liters of 15% ABV alcohol. (David Tonelson / Alamy Stock Photo)

→ These under-the-radar spots serve up top-rated, all-you-can-eat feasts without the big-city price tag.

→ Doctors say a few unexpected pantry staples could help you sleep better and ditch the supplements.

→ A viral at-home recipe reveals the simple trick to recreating a Chick-fil-A fan favorite.

James Walker fried the coated chicken in hot oil, cooking each side until golden brown and crisp. (James Walker/@jwalkermobile)

→ A sommelier hit dozens of top restaurants in a record-breaking sprint — and revealed what the experience was really like.

Deirdre Bardolf is a lifestyle writer with Fox News Digital.