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Bring a Taste of FX’s The Bear Home with Just Bare®

Just Bare® | June 2026

Read Time: 3 min

Inspired by the Series. Created for Your Kitchen.

Few shows have captured the energy, passion, and pressure of cooking quite like FX’s The Bear. Through every service, setback, and breakthrough, food sits at the center of the story. The recipes, techniques, and kitchen culture featured throughout the series have become part of what fans love most about it.

The new Just Bare x FX’s The Bear collaboration gives fans a new way to experience that world at home.

Developed in collaboration with Courtney Storer, Chef and Culinary Producer of FX’s The Bear, this partnership brings the spirit of the series beyond the screen through a collection of character-inspired recipes created with Just Bare chicken. Each recipe draws inspiration from a fan-favorite character, translating their personality, perspective, and approach to food into something you can recreate at home.

Character-Inspired Recipes

The collaboration features a collection of original recipes inspired by some of the most memorable characters from FX’s The Bear.

The lineup includes:

Crispy Chicken with Sweet Pea Crème Fraîche, inspired by Tina
Grilled Chicken Piccata, inspired by Carmy
Roasted Chicken with Sesame, Peanut & Orange,  inspired by Sydney
Cousin’s Hot Wings, inspired by Richie
Chocolate Donut Holes, inspired by Marcus

Created by Courtney Storer, each recipe reflects a different personality from the series while showcasing the versatility of Just Bare chicken. From bold flavors to comforting favorites, the collection offers fans a new way to connect with the world of FX’s The Bear through cooking. All episodes of FX’s The Bear stream 6/25, on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

Bring the Experience Home

Fans can take the collaboration from screen to table with the limited-edition Just Bare x FX’s The Bear Chef’s Edit Kit.

Inspired by Tina and featuring the Crispy Chicken with Sweet Pea Crème Fraîche recipe, the kit includes everything needed to recreate the dish at home using Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Bites. Thoughtfully curated and easy to prepare, it’s a simple way to experience one of the collaboration’s featured recipes for yourself.

The Tina-inspired recipe serves as the centerpiece of the kit,  while the remaining character-inspired recipes will be available on the partnership landing page for fans looking to explore the full collection.

Whether you’re hosting friends, planning your next weeknight meal, or simply looking for a new recipe to try, the Just Bare x FX’s The Bear collaboration brings a taste of the series to your table.

Experience the Collection

Discover all five character-inspired recipes, learn more about the limited-edition Chef’s Edit Kit, and discover how Just Bare and FX’s The Bear are bringing a taste of the series home.

Explore the recipes and discover the Just Bare x FX’s The Bear experience.

Protein, GLP-1s & the Shift Toward Smarter Eating

Just Bare® | June 2026

Read Time: 5 min

From social media conversations to grocery store shelves, GLP-1 medications are changing the way people think about healthy eating, appetite, and weight management. As more consumers focus on eating smaller portions and being more intentional with meals, one thing continues to stand out in the wellness conversation: protein matters.

Originally developed to help manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 medications work in part by helping regulate appetite and feelings of fullness. For many people, that can mean eating less throughout the day. But eating less doesn’t automatically mean eating better. With more consumers exploring GLP-1 medications as part of their health journey, conversations around protein, nutrient density, and balanced eating are growing right alongside them.

That’s where balanced nutrition comes in.

When portion sizes shrink, the quality of what’s on your plate becomes even more important. Nutrient-dense foods rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and hydration can help support a more balanced approach to eating and help people feel satisfied throughout the day.

Protein, in particular, has become a major focus in the conversation around healthy eating and GLP-1 lifestyles. High-protein meals can help support muscle maintenance during weight loss while also helping people stay fuller for longer. Pairing protein with fiber-rich foods, healthy fats, and proper hydration can help create meals that feel more balanced and satisfying throughout the day. It’s one reason “protein-first meals” and high-protein snacks continue trending across wellness and fitness communities.

Lean proteins like chicken breast are an easy, versatile way to build balanced meals without overcomplicating things. Whether added to salads, grain bowls, wraps, or simple weeknight dinners, protein-rich options can help make smaller meals feel more satisfying and complete.

Convenience matters, too. As consumers look for simpler ways to support healthy habits, easy-to-prepare protein options are becoming part of everyday routines. Products like Just Bare Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Bites, Oven Roasted Chicken Breast Bites, and Chicken Breast Fillets make it easy to add protein to meals and snacks, without the extra prep or planning.

Of course, this conversation goes beyond any single diet trend or medication. Healthy eating looks different for everyone, but building meals around balanced nutrition, quality ingredients, and enough protein is a smart foundation for almost any lifestyle.

The goal isn’t perfection or restriction. It’s creating sustainable habits that help support energy, satisfaction, and overall wellness one meal at a time.