Taco Bell launches taco subscription service nationwide
Taco Bell fans who can see themselves eating at the chain daily will now be able to do that without breaking the bank thanks to the restaurant’s new Taco Lover’s Pass.
Culinary Agents CEO says NY small business rescue plan 'desperately needed' lifeline
Alice Cheng, the founder and CEO of hospitality career website Culinary Agents, argued that the rescue plan for New York small businesses outlined by Governor Kathy Hochul is a “lifeline that is desperately needed.”
New York reviving sales of to-go drinks from bars, restaurants, governor says
A popular program that came about in the early days of the initial outbreak of coronavirus cases in 2020 is coming back to New York.
As omicron surges, businesses concerned over liability issues
Businesses are concerned they could be liable for staff and visitors that test positive as the spread of COVID-19 remains high.
GOP senators demand SEC investigate Unilever after Ben & Jerry's Israel boycott
GOP senators on the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee have demanded answers on whether the parent company of Ben & Jerry’s has violated SEC rules in its Israel boycott.
Girl Scouts' new brownie cookie to debut January 2022
Girl Scout cookie fans who have been waiting for the youth group’s latest cookie addition can rest easy because it’s going to become available next week.
NFL’s Troy Aikman tackles beer industry with new offering
NFL Hall of Famer Troy Aikman is now in the beer business and his offerings have an organic twist.
Former McDonald's CEO warns elevated job openings amid labor shortage will lead to 'catastrophe'
Former McDonald's USA CEO Ed Rensi argued that Americans are feeling the labor shortage “big time” amid a confluence of events, calling the situation a “nightmare.”
Little Caesars raises price of famous $5 pizza for first time in 25 years
The pizza chain Little Caesars is bumping the price of its famous Hot-N-Ready pizza above $5 for the first time in a quarter-century, according to reports.
Biden aims to reduce meat prices with more regulations, federal spending
President Biden has rolled out a new plan aimed at fighting surging meat prices by issuing further regulations and federal spending
PBR backtracks after suggesting that you 'try eating a--' if you're not drinking this January
Pabst Blue Ribbon apologized on Monday after the brand's Twitter account fired off a string of profane messages to start 2022, including that "dry January is so last year" and people should "try eating a--" if they don't want to drink booze this month.
Chipotle adds plant-based chorizo, new lifestyle bowls to menu
Chipotle announced on Monday that it is offering plant-based chorizo nationwide for a limited time.
COVID-19 omicron spread prompts temporary restaurant closures, vaccine requirements
As cases of COVID-19 surge, many restaurants have announced temporary closures, modified service or vaccine requirements for indoor dining.
Pricey chicken puts thighs on restaurant menus
Short supplies and escalating costs of chicken breasts and wings are leading restaurants to add thighs and other dark poultry meat to menus and entrees.
France adopts green habits, banning plastic on some foods
No more plastic packaging around fruits and vegetables and car ads promoting walking and cycling instead of driving: In 2022, French customers will be encouraged to adopt more environmentally friendly habits under a series of new regulations.
DoorDash to reinstate program requiring all employees, including CEO, to make deliveries once a month
Beginning in January, all DoorDash employees, including CEO Tony Xu, will be required to make deliveries once a month as part of the company's reinstated WeDash program.
Sonic brings back classic Patty Melt
Customers will be able to get the Patty Melt for half price through the Sonic website and app.
Publix grocery chain starts offering paid parental leave
The Publix grocery store chain will start offering paid parental leave to employees who are new parents, company officials announced Wednesday.
Kentucky Bourbon Benefit raises over $3M in relief for tornado victims
Kentucky's bourbon industry has raised more than $3.3 million to provide relief to residents impacted by tornadoes that slammed the state earlier this month.
Champagne shortage ahead of New Year's Eve as supply chain issues hit wine industry
Wine Spectator senior editor Alison Napjus warned that “it could be tough to find some of your favorite labels this year” as supply chain disruptions have been impacting the industry.