Taco Bell appoints Lil Nas X as its chief impact officer
It’s always good to have a backup plan.
Why you can't find everything you want at grocery stores
Grocery-store chains are still battling supply challenges that some executives said are as bad as what they saw in spring 2020, when hoarding left holes in stocks of some staples.
Multiple Chick-fil-A locations close their dining rooms due to worker shortage
It’s hard to serve customers without workers.
Jeff Bezos gets soft-serve ice cream machine installed at one of his homes
Jeff Bezos has a soft-serve ice cream machine installed in one of his homes, the company CVT Soft Serve says.
Mondelez workers behind Oreo, Ritz, Chips Ahoy! strike at Virginia plant
Hundreds of workers at a Mondelez International bakery in Virginia are on strike, seeking to block the company’s demands for concessions in contract negotiations and end what the union calls the outsourcing of jobs to Mexico.
Chipotle testing plant-based chorizo at select locations
There’s no meat in that meat.
‘Salt Bae’ steakhouse chain sued for allegedly stiffing overtime pay
The upscale steakhouse chain founded by internet phenom ‘Salt Bae’ has been sued — again.
'Bacon ban': Iowa congresswoman introduces EATS Act in response to California’s ban on certain meat products
Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, is introducing legislation to protect farmers who supply animal products to California.
Taco Bell teams with TRUFF hot sauce for new Nacho Fries item
Taco Bell announced that it has partnered with TRUFF, a hot sauce brand that uses truffle in its sauces, and combined it with the restaurant’s Nacho Fries.
IHOP testing alcoholic drinks at select locations
Pancakes and alcohol are the perfect combination for 2021.
NYC indoor vaccine mandate forcing bar owner to ‘police’ patrons
Ken Tirado, the owner of Killmeyer's Old Bavaria Inn, weighs in on New York City's vaccine mandate for indoor activities, which starts Monday.
Taco Bell launching 2-story restaurant with 4-lane drive-thru
Taco Bell announced this week that it will be breaking ground on a new drive-thru concept in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, later this month.
'South Park' creators buying quirky Colorado restaurant Casa Bonita
The creators of the irreverent animated television series “South Park” are buying Casa Bonita, a quirky restaurant in suburban Denver that was featured on the show.
DoorDash plunges into loss on pricey grocery expansion
Food-delivery firm DoorDash Inc's (DASH.N) loss widened more than expected in the second quarter as the U.S. upstart spent heavily to expand internationally and into a crowded market for grocery during the pandemic.
Dunkin' announces its fall line-up
Summer isn’t over yet, but that won’t stop pumpkin spice.
Cracker Barrel announces fall menu specials
Nothing says fall like bacon.
Chipotle offers to reimburse teachers for school supplies they bought themselves
Chipotle announced on Tuesday that it will be giving away up to $100,000 to teachers who have paid for school supplies out of their own pocket for the year.
Shake Shack will raise prices again in 2021 to fight inflation
Shake Shack is preparing to hike prices this year more than it usually does in an effort to fend off inflation and protect its bottom line.
Domino’s takes on food-delivery rivals with $50M free food giveaway
Domino’s Pizza is taking on food delivery apps that it says charge unexpected fees — by giving away $50 million worth of free food to random customers, the company announced Monday.
Salad chains are seeing slow return to pre-pandemic numbers
It turns out, a lot of people didn’t eat healthy during the lockdowns.