Famous Food

We're learning an unsettling reason why Tina Knowles' Texas pop-up eatery was shut down at the Houston Rodeo last week -- apparently, a customer complained they vomited blood after eating the gumbo ... leading health inspectors to find the pop-up operators grossly mishandled seafood.

We told you about it -- Beyoncé's mom's establishment -- Mama Tina’s Gumbo -- was closed on March 16 due to a complaint investigation... and now, KPRC 2 News is reporting they obtained Houston Health Department records that say a customer complained they got wildly ill after eating the establishment's gumbo. The customer claimed that, in addition to throwing up blood, they experienced chills, nausea and fever.

The department of health found the gumbo was cooked off-site, cooled down, stuffed into non-food-grade orange buckets and then hauled off to a freezer at an unlicensed spot, according to the health department report obtained by KPRC 2 News. The food was then reportedly transported to a refrigerated trailer and thawed before being served.

Tina Knowles started the week with some Southern DIS-comfort ... her Texas eatery, Mama Tina's Gumbo, was shut down at the Houston Rodeo on Monday ... but the good news is it's back open now!

The Houston Health Department shut down the gumbo booth for undisclosed reasons ... but Beyoncé's mom was right back in the saddle yesterday as the establishment was reopened.

The gumbo is apparently a special family recipe that has been perfected over decades, and loved by Bey! Officials gave us the lowdown about the brief shutdown ...

Opening Day is next week, but baseball fans better start making room in their stomachs now ... 'cause TMZ Sports got an inside look at menus from several teams across MLB -- and they'll have a root-root-rooting for the home team!!

The Cubs, Diamondbacks, Dodgers, Marlins, Nationals, Orioles, Rays and White Sox revealed some of the specialty menu items from Levy Restaurants that will be available when the first pitch is thrown.

For those in the DMV hoping to catch a Nationals game, the DC Monument Chicken Tower has it all. Inspired by the Washington Monument ... it comes with grilled chicken, smoked bacon, mixed greens, creamy chipotle ranch and gruyère cheese on a soft pretzel bun.

Rory McIlroy is gearing up to defend his title after winning the '25 Masters ... but first things first, he has an uber exclusive dinner to throw, and we're finally getting a look at the menu!

The Masters Champion dinner, thrown and planned by the previous year's winner, is a big deal ... and there's only one way to score an invite. Win the world's most exclusive golf event.

On Wednesday, we got a look at the fancy menu, which includes a choice of four appetizers ... Rock Shrimp Tempura, Grilled Elk Sliders, Peach & Ricotta Flatbread, and Bacon-Wrapped Dates.

"The Bachelorette" just got a little less sweet ... Cinnabon has cut ties with the hit ABC series, as well as Hulu's "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," amid abuse allegations against Taylor Frankie Paul.

The baked goods company tells TMZ ... "Recent developments and allegations surrounding the lead cast member led us to reassess this collaboration as it no longer aligns with our brand values."

Cinnabon did a joint collaboration with both shows just days ago.

It's Pi Day, everyone ... and, while the occasion is really a nod to mathematics, we gotta say we're bigger into the dessert -- and, these celebs clearly are too!

We've put together some shots of celebs enjoying a freshly baked dessert ... with stars like Amelie Zilber putting her pie -- and chest -- on display in this steamy shot.

Trevor Wallace flexed his (fake) muscles in this hilarious apron while showing off a pie ... or at least what was left of it after someone dove in, fork first.

Other stars with sweet teeth ... Gwen Stefani, Martha Stewart, Joey King, Laura Dern, Kevin Bacon and many, many more.

Donald Trump's hotel in Chicago failed a recent food inspection ... TMZ has confirmed.

The Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago's main kitchen, room service and Terrace 16 restaurant failed food inspections by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 17, 2025 ... according to records obtained by TMZ.

PEOPLE reports the inspection found small insects in the bar area and the dish area ... plus a dish machine that was not properly sanitizing, and a sink in the prep area that drained wastewater onto the floor.

Kai Trump was living her L.A. girlie fantasy this weekend -- rolling up to luxury L.A. grocery hotspot Erewhon with her Secret Service escorts in tow to grab some essentials ... and the internet’s got a seriously sour taste about it!

Donald Trump’s granddaughter documented the trip in a video originally titled "I Brought My Secret Service to Erewhon," later changing it to "I Tried the World’s Most Expensive Grocery Store" ... showing her scooping up pricey items -- including the famous $21 Hailey Bieber smoothie -- plus supplements and other high-end goodies.

Kai seemed to be having a blast too ... even checking out the store’s clothing merch and asking how much it cost -- not that it looked like the price tags were slowing her down.

Burger King just flipped the script ... posting a video of its leader going full savage on a Whopper ... and it sure smells like shade aimed straight at the McDonald’s CEO!

In the clip, BK President Tom Curtis takes a monster bite out of the chain’s signature burger, absolutely demolishing it ... then admits it’s so messy he needs a napkin. Respect.

He’s rocking a "Flame Grilling Since 1954" apron and actually working the kitchen -- a not-so-subtle contrast to Golden Arches boss Chris Kempczinski, who recently went viral looking more boardroom than burger joint as he pecked into their new "Big Arch" burger.

McDonald’s just rolled out its hulking new "Big Arch" burger -- but don’t look to the Golden Arches' top dog for a glowing review ... 'cause the CEO can barely seal the deal with a bite on camera.

In the now-viral clip getting roasted online, Chris Kempczinski starts off singing the burger’s praises -- then somehow seems caught off guard by the crispy onions ... before finally gearing up for the big bite, and barely making a dent.

The whole thing feels like corporate cosplay -- with Chris repeatedly calling the towering burger a "product" … then visibly panicking over how to physically tackle it.

If the February cold is getting you down, it might be time to follow the example of these stars ... and mix yourself a marg on National Margarita Day!

We've put together a series of stars throwing back a stiff drink or two -- many of them soaking up the sun on sandy beaches -- to get you into the summer sippin' spirit!

Lexi Rivera and Kristina Schulman were in full summer gear while drinking their margaritas ... wearing just tiny bikinis -- though Schulman added a cowboy hat to enhance her ensemble.

There's a ton of ways to make a margarita ... but, regardless of how you like yours, everyone can enjoy these hot pics ...

Raising Cane's founder Todd Graves has made a fortune off chicken fingers ... so would he ever put his money toward owning an NFL team??

The businessman -- who is worth around $22 BILLION -- tells TMZ Sports it's certainly possible ... after all, he loves everything about the sport.

"For me, I love football -- I love the fanfare of it," Graves said at Travis and Jason Kelce's "New Heights" podcast party during Super Bowl week. "I love the fact that coaches and teams have to put together this amazing play calling, amazing teams, the athletes are incredible -- so I love all that."

No deep-dish drama here ... just smiles, slices and hot shots that'll melt your heart out! It's Pizza Day, and we've got more than enough to share ... Slice, Slice Baby!

Sexy stars like Morgan Ketzner proved that an exposed derrière and pizza go hand-in-hand, Heidi and Leni showed off their hand-crafted masterpiece, and Jennie Kim was lookin' SO GOOD THOUGH DOUGH!

Super Bowl Sunday isn't just about football, it's also about the food ... and TMZ Sports has obtained the menu for this year's big game -- and it's sure to leave your mouth watering.

Levy Restaurants -- the hospitality team over at Levi's Stadium -- gave us a look at what their team has been working on ahead of the matchup ... and it justifies the price of admission alone.

If anyone in attendance is craving a burger, the LX Hammer Burger might be just what they're looking for. It features a fall-off-the-bone, braised bone-in beef shank, roasted mirepoix demi-glace and Point Reyes bleu cheese fondue on a house-baked brioche bun.

Heidi Klum enjoys a relaxing massage from time to time ... particularly with a large bowl of potato chips!

Strange -- and salty -- as that may sound ... the supermodel posted an Instagram video showing her lying face down on a massage table while scarfing down the crispy treats from a big bowl.

Check out the short clip ... which starts with the camera zeroing in on Heidi's leg getting a rub down by a massage therapist.

Then the camera pans up Heidi's naked body covered somewhat by a sheet with her snacking on the chips and making loud crunching noises.

Lights, camera ... snack time! It's National Popcorn day and we've cooked up one tasty treat just for you!

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