Coronavirus forces Texas-based Luby’s restaurant chain to liquidate
Luby’s Inc., the Texas-based parent company of Luby’s Cafeteria and Fuddruckers restaurants, is ready to throw in the towel and sell off its assets in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic's decimation of the industry.
Gov. Murphy easing NJ indoor COVID rules a ‘foolhardy’ plan, former McDonalds USA CEO says
Former McDonald's USA President and CEO Ed Rensi argues 35% indoor dining capacity for New Jersey restaurants isn’t enough.
Loop startup uses milkman-like service to promote recycling, sustainability
A reusable packaging company is trying to bring milkmen back all in the name of sustainability.
Some baby foods tainted with 'dangerous levels of toxic heavy metals', congressional report finds
The report is urging U.S. regulators to set maximum levels permitted in baby foods and to require manufacturers to test finished products for heavy metals
Chobani looks to shepherd its yogurt to an IPO
Chobani LLC, the food company that made Greek yogurt mainstream, is laying the groundwork for a public listing of its shares.
Anheuser-Busch investing $1B to modernize US facilities
Anheuser-Busch said Wednesday it’s investing $1 billion over the next two years to modernize its U.S. facilities.
SC lawmakers want permanent curbside alcohol pickup
Ten South Carolina state lawmakers are working to make curbside alcohol pickup permanent.
Tampa's famous strip clubs brace for pandemic Super Bowl
Elizabeth Reed dances at Scores Gentleman's Club, a strip club near the stadium hosting the Super Bowl, and says wearing masks while working is like “doing cardio” with her nose and mouth covered.
Kraft Heinz close to selling Planters brand to Hormel
Kraft Heinz Co. KHC -0.27% is nearing a deal to sell its Planters snack business to Skippy peanut butter owner Hormel Foods Corp. HRL 3.90% , according to people familiar with the matter.
Chipotle's profit misses estimates as COVID-19 costs mount
Excluding one-time items, the company earned $3.48 per share, missing the estimate of $3.73, according to IBES data from Refinitiv
Whole Foods must face lawsuit over its honey graham crackers
A federal judge in Manhattan said on Tuesday Whole Foods Market must face a proposed class-action lawsuit claiming it deceived shoppers about the contents of its 365 Organic Honey Graham
Uber to buy alcohol delivery app Drizly for over $1.1 billion
Uber Technologies, Inc. on Tuesday announced that it had reached an agreement to purchase the alcohol delivery app Drizzly. Uber will reportedly acquire Drizly for approximately $1.1 billion in stock and cash.
NYC diner owner blasts Cuomo’s Valentine’s Day indoor dining return: ‘It’s too late’
The iconic Kellogg’s Diner in Brooklyn is on the brink of closing after Gov. Cuomo’s indoor dining ban destroyed her business “beyond measure.”
Impossible Foods slashes grocery store prices on plant-based products by 20%, aims to 'undercut' ground beef
The company, based in Redwood City, Calif., is now listing a suggested retail price of $5.49 for Impossible Burger patties, and $6.99 for a 12-ounce package, although in-store prices may vary depending on location and the retailer, the company said.
NY Gov. Cuomo dubs push to vaccinate restaurant workers a 'cheap, insincere discussion'
The Democratic governor said the state does not have enough vaccine supply.
Popeyes shows support for Reddit’s WallStreetBets with free chicken tenders promo: ‘Tendies4Yall’
Popeyes is trying to cash in on the headlining short-selling stock craze with a chicken tenders promotion.
COVID-19 lockdowns spur shift to high-end liquor
People who can’t spend on concerts, travel and watching live sports are splurging instead on high-end spirits to drink at home, say alcohol executives. That drove U.S. distillers’ revenue up 7.7% to $31.2 billion last year, according to the Distilled Spirits Council—or DISCUS—a trade body.
Covid-19 lockdowns spur shift to high-end liquor
U.S. sales of spirits such as tequila and whiskey have grown at the fastest pace in decades as more Americans drink at home
These companies incentivize COVID-19 vaccine for employees with bonuses and more
For many front line workers among the most at risk of being exposed to the virus, going to get the shot means not going to work and missing out on hourly wages.
Grape-Nuts prices skyrocket online amid coronavirus-caused shortage
There is yet another product shortage caused by the coronavirus pandemic.