The Dish: Taco Mahal
Danikkah Josan is the half-Indian, half-Puerto Rican chef and owner of Taco Mahal in New York City, where she serves mouth-watering fusion dishes like chicken tikka masala tacos and basmati rice bowls.
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Mint chocolate cookie bark holiday recipe
In this edition of "The Dish: Recipe," New York Times Cooking shares a mint chocolate bark holiday cookie recipe, as part of their annual "cookie week" tradition.
The Dish: Oceania Allura
Oceania Cruises' newest addition to its fleet of ships, Allura, offers unique fine dining and culinary experiences.
The Dish: Chef brings heritage to menu
"The Pig and the Lady," a restaurant in Honolulu, uses modern cuisine and vibrant flavors of Vietnam. The chef and owner told "CBS Mornings" how he puts his own spin on family recipes.
The Dish: Chef Ivan Orkin
Ivan Ramen has been a New York City mainstay since 2014. Now, Chef Ivan Orkin is bringing his unconventional, world-renowned ramen recipes to London.
Italian restaurant gets diners dancing
At a Nashville restaurant, a family-style feast is only the first course. A meal at Mangia is a celebration, with singing and dancing included. But its beloved chef almost had to close the restaurant when the pandemic hit. Nicole Valdes shows how with a few changes and some help, the business is now booming.
The Dish: Uyghur cuisine
Bughra Arkin, the owner of Dolan's Uyghur Cuisine in the L.A. area, didn't originally plan to open a restaurant when he came to study in the U.S. a decade ago. But when atrocities affected his family back home, Arkin opened Dolan's to spread awareness and serve traditional dishes of the Uyghur people.
The Dish: Sushi Meino
Sushi Meino is one of the hardest reservations to get in Tokyo right now. While less than 6% of Japanese sushi restaurants are owned by women, Chef Mei Kogo and her team are changing the game.
Restaurant ends stigma around eating alone
Solo diners are fleeing to the Bayonet seafood restaurant in Birmingham, Alabama, as the restaurant caters to the "party of one." CBS News' Jan Crawford scored a seat at the joint, and spoke to chef Rob McDaniel about the experience for our series "The Dish."
The Dish: Food truck draws crowd in San Jose
Chef-owners of San Jose's popular Het Say food truck, Hieu Le and his wife DuyAn, wanted to start the business to highlight food from South Vietnam's Mekong Delta region, where they're both from. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook stopped by for a taste for our series "The Dish."
The Dish: Dishoom
Dishoom has amassed 15 locations across the United Kingsom in its 15 years in business. With its goal of combining Michelin-level Indian cuisine with the soul of London's curry houses, the brand now promises a New York location by 2026.
Man's journey from refugee to acclaimed chef
Yia Vang, the chef behind the Minneapolis hot spot Vinai, says his restaurant is a love letter to his parents. He arrived in the U.S. as a refugee when he was a young boy. Now, he blends his Hmong heritage and Midwestern upbringing to create innovative dishes that honor his family.
The Dish: Michael White
Michael White is a James Beard Award-winning chef who's racked up multiple Michelin stars. Now he's back on the New York dining scene with his new Italian restaurant Santi.
The Dish: SIFR
Chefs Sujan Sarkar and Sahil Sethi opened SIFR in Chicago's River North neighborhood in 2023 to critical acclaim for their contemporary take on Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine.
"The Dish": Inside a Manhattan speakeasy
A Manhattan speakeasy called "Do Not Disturb" is growing in popularity. Daud Sturdivant, a former musician turned restaurateur, explained it's a place to disconnect and reconnect. Known for its salacious menu, the speakeasy also has a 22-year-old chef.
The Dish: Anna Ansari
Food writer Anna Ansari's new cookbook "Silk Roads" shares the recipes she has enjoyed on her travels around the world.
The Dish: Chef Erik Ramirez
Chef Erik Ramirez is redefining Peruvian cuisine with an unexpected fusion of Asian flavors at the Papa San in New York.
The Dish: Union Square Cafe
Union Square Cafe, founded by restaurateur Danny Meyer, marked 40 years in business in New York City this week. Dana Jacobson stopped by the iconic Manhattan establishment to reminisce with Meyer and grab a bite to eat.
The Dish: Sazon
James Beard Award-winning chef Fernando Olea is originally from Mexico, and brings classic Latin ingredients to life at his restaurant, Sazon, which is celebrating 10 years in business this year.
The Dish: Bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana
Award-winning London-based bartender Ryan Chetiyawardana takes "CBS Saturday Morning" behind the bar to make the perfect martini.
The Dish: Chef Samir Mohammad
Chef Samir Mohammad and his wife, Rachel, are bringing big time flavor to the small town of Noblesville, Indiana, with 9th Street Bistro, their tiny-but-mighty restaurant with a rotating menu that highlights fresh and local ingredients.
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The Dish: Restaurants to visit this fall
We’re exploring three restaurants you should visit this autumn. We take a trip to Chicago to visit a neighborhood hangout highlighting local produce, and we travel to New York’s Hudson Valley, where one chef has restored a space almost as old as the nation for her wood-fired cuisine. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Husband and wife duos
We meet husband and wife duos who have created their dream restaurants together. We visit an eatery in New York City where authentic Vietnamese fare is served, and we take a trip to Mexico City to learn how one couple has created dishes inspired by Mexican, African and Southeast Asian flavors. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Houston restaurants
We visit the Lone Star State, where four restaurants in Houston are making waves with their flavors. We visit a chef who went on a one-hundred day journey through all twenty-nine Indian states to perfect his recipes, and we meet a powerhouse chef and restaurateur who’s opened multiple restaurants in the five years he’s lived in Houston. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Female chefs
We’re visiting the kitchens of four female chefs paving their ways through the culinary industry, from a visit to the first Black-owned oyster bar in the country to an Atlanta hotspot serving up homemade biscuits. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Fare from the U.K.
We hop across the pond to dine at three extraordinary eateries making a name for themselves, from a restaurant whose chef uses cooking tools from his native Mexico to a London restaurant without a head chef. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: East Coast restaurants
We travel the East Coast to experience some delectable cuisine. We stop in New Haven, Connecticut, to learn about their famous pizzerias, and we head to a breakfast joint in Charlotte, North Carolina, combining flavors from the southwest and the owner’s home state of Tennessee. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: California restaurants
We meet three trailblazing chefs introducing California diners to new flavors. They include a Los Angeles chef serving up favorites from the Philippines and an Oakland-based chef behind one of the first restaurants serving Indigenous American dishes. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: James Beard award-winning chefs
We meet three chefs who have been recognized with the food industry’s highest honor. From a Michelin-starred chef who took six trips back to his home country to finish his latest cookbook, to a chef who went from being an NFL cheerleader to the first Japanese woman to lead the kitchen at Perry’s in Washington, D.C.. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Pastries and pastry chefs
We meet three pastry chefs whose sweet creations are winning over hearts and appetites. We meet a self-taught baker in Baltimore and visit a patisserie bringing a taste of Paris to Brooklyn. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Taquerias
We talk about tacos and the restaurants that bring the mouthwatering cuisine to life. We meet the first-ever taco editor for Texas Monthly magazine, as well as the founder of one of the fastest-growing restaurants in the country, Tacombi. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Manhattan restaurants
We're exploring Manhattan's culinary scene as we meet three chefs blending different flavors and cultures, from a chef crafting fusion dishes to a duo who is serving up a whole new era of fine dining. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Brooklyn fare
We’re visiting three restaurants that are changing the culinary scene in Brooklyn, New York — one meal at a time. From a Persian chef who waited until she was 59 to open her first restaurant to a classic diner with a modern twist in Brooklyn Heights. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Western restaurants
We head West and meet three culinary mavericks redefining fine dining, from an artist-turned-chef in Seattle, Washington, to a chef in Portland, Oregon, who infuses the flavors of Haiti into every dish. Watch these stories and more on The Dish.
The Dish: Southern restaurants
We travel from the bayou to the Lone Star State on a quest for delicious Southern staples, from an Austin hot spot run by Food and Wine's best new chef to an Atlanta restaurant serving the same fried chicken recipe for nearly eight decades. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
The Dish: Midwest restaurants
We make ourselves at home in the Midwest and meet chefs marrying classic comfort food with contemporary flair. We meet an Algerian-born chef based in Detroit, Michigan, who weaves the flavors of home with the Asian ingredients she discovered during culinary school in China. Plus, we visit a restaurant in Madison, Wisconsin, inspired by Midwestern supper clubs dating from the Prohibition era. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
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D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Student loan borrowers in default could see wages garnished in 2026
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
Supreme Court says Trump can't deploy National Guard to Chicago for now
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Even store Santas are struggling to find a job these days
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Feeding America, group says
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
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Student loan borrowers in default could see wages garnished in 2026
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
Even store Santas are struggling to find a job these days
Job listings for store Santas have plunged in recent years as more families shop online and retailers look to contain costs, a new analysis found.
Consumer confidence continues to fade despite heady economic growth
Concerns about inflation, tariffs and politics weighed on consumer sentiment in December, The Conference Board said.
U.S. GDP grew at a blistering 4.3% pace in the third quarter
Economic growth blew past forecasts in the third quarter despite ongoing concerns about jobs, tariffs and inflation.
FCC banning new foreign-made drones, a move China calls "discriminatory"
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
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Student loan borrowers in default could see wages garnished in 2026
The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default.
Supreme Court says Trump can't deploy National Guard to Chicago for now
President Trump invoked a law called Title 10 to bring members of the Illinois National Guard under federal service over the objections of state and local leaders.
Former GOP Sen. Ben Sasse says he has stage-four pancreatic cancer
Republican Ben Sasse represented Nebraska in the U.S. Senate from 2015 to 2023, then became president of the University of Florida.
FCC banning new foreign-made drones, a move China calls "discriminatory"
The Federal Communications Commission says it's banning new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market.
How to watch the Kennedy Center Honors tonight on CBS and Paramount+
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
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FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
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Louvre adds security bars to window used by jewel thieves
Maintenance workers secured metal bars over the window thieves used to break into the Louvre in October.
Major pre-Christmas Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least 3
Russia fired more than 650 drones and three dozen missiles at Ukraine in a major pre-Christmas attack, killing at least three people including a child.
U.S. military hits alleged "low-profile" drug vessel in Pacific, killing 1
The U.S. military says it struck a vessel that was allegedly carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific on Monday, killing one person — part of a months-long campaign of boat strikes near Latin America.
British man charged with repeatedly drugging and raping his now ex-wife
Philip Young was charged with 56 sexual offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intent to "stupefy" Joanne Young, his ex-wife.
Banksy unveils new art in London
The elusive street artist posted two photos of an artwork on his official Instagram account amid speculation that he was behind it. An identical image appeared elsewhere.
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Taylor Swift donates $1 million to Feeding America, group says
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
A look at "The Artist" murder mystery series
Actor Mandy Patinkin and writer and director Aram Rappaport are behind the new murder mystery series, "The Artist," which is a work of historical fiction set in the Gilded Age. They speak to "CBS Mornings" about the series and how it got started. Patinkin also reflects on the life of Hollywood icon Rob Reiner.
Aubrey O'Day opens up about disturbing Sean "Diddy" Combs affidavit
Aubrey O'Day discusses the disturbing witness affidavit involving Sean "Diddy" Combs in a "CBS Mornings" interview on Tuesday.
How to watch the Kennedy Center Honors tonight on CBS and Paramount+
The 2025 Kennedy Center Honors will be broadcast tonight, Dec. 23, celebrating George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Michael Crawford and Sylvester Stallone.
"Call of Duty" co-creator Vince Zampella dies after crash on Los Angeles highway
Vince Zampella, a video game developer known for pioneering iconic franchises like "Call of Duty," died in a car crash on the Angeles Crest Highway in Los Angeles County on Sunday afternoon.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Delaware state trooper killed in DMV shooting
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
New trove of Epstein files released
The DOJ released more than 10,000 files in the Jeffrey Epstein case. The release includes court records, emails, news clippings, photos, spreadsheets, audio and video files. It also offers new details on Epstein's associates, including President Trump. Mr. Trump has not been charged in connection with Epstein and the new documents do not accuse him of any crime. Scott MacFarlane has more.
DOJ releases 10,000 new Epstein files
The Justice Department released more than 10,000 files relating to Jeffrey Epstein early Tuesday morning. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more details.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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2 killed in Pennsylvania nursing home explosion
Two people are dead after an explosion at a nursing home in Bristol, Pennsylvania, and several are still missing, Gov. Josh Shapiro said. CBS Philadelphia reporter Nikki DeMentri reports.
Holiday train delivers Christmas cheer
When the Canadian Pacific Kansas City holiday train rolls into town, the tracks transform into a holiday festival. Lana Zak has the story.
FDA approves weight loss drug in daily pill form
Regulators at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the first daily oral medication approved to treat obesity. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Financial strains of the "sandwich generation"
Between now and 2030, about 10,000 Americans will turn 65 every single day, giving rise to a term known as the "sandwich generation" -- adults who find themselves caring for their aging parents while still raising their own children. CBS News spoke to one woman about her struggles.
Bystanders pull survivors from deadly plane crash
Federal investigators are looking into what caused a deadly plane crash in Galveston Bay, off the Texas coast. A medical plane transporting a child burn victim from Mexico went down with eight people on board. Five were killed, including the 2-year-old. Karen Hua has more on the rescue mission.