White Castle hires 'Flippy' the robot
White Castle is testing a pilot program using a robot named Flippy to help cook food.
Whole Foods, Sabra hummus could contain cancer-linked weedkiller found in Roundup
The chemical, developed in the 1970s by scientists at agriculture company Monsanto, is found in a number of weedkillers including Roundup, which Bayer acquired in 2018.
Customer leaves $1,000 tip at New Jersey restaurant
The owner of the Starving Artist restaurant in Ocean Grove, New Jersey said the $1,000 tip, which came from a family that has been patronizing the place since 2001, "blew us away."
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Tyson, JBS plants targets of coronavirus lawsuits alleging racial discrimination
Several worker advocacy organizations have filed a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Agriculture alleging that meat processing companies Tyson Foods and JBS have engaged in racial discrimination during the coronavirus pandemic.
Ghost kitchens take on coronavirus-driven food delivery surge
With the surge in delivery and takeout in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, consumer preferences and behaviors are changing, and restaurants are adapting.
Kroger finds plant-based meat sells better next to real meat
Plant-based meat sells better in the beef aisle, a new study suggests
Drone delivery coming to Southern grocery store
A drone startup has partnered with Rouses Market in Alabama to test a drone grocery-delivery pilot program this fall.
Iconic NYC bar, White Horse Tavern, forced to close
The New York State Liquor Authority suspended its license until further notice after receiving multiple violations for overcrowding in the bar’s street cafe space.
Popeyes confuses social media followers with 'pizza' tweet, offers free delivery for Family Meal orders
Popeyes confused Twitter users on Wednesday after tweeting, "Pizza."
Tyson employees' coronavirus cases draw advocates' criticism
A total of 122 food justice, labor rights, animal welfare, and environmental justice groups wrote a stern letter to Tyson Foods demanding a better plan to protect its workers at its chicken, pork, and beef processing facilities nationwide from the coronavirus.
Chef Boyardee proposed to replace Christopher Columbus statue
A petition is calling for the replacement of a Christopher Columbus statue with a Chef Boyardee statue.
How much is the online food delivery industry worth?
Like so much going online, the food delivery industry has grown astronomically. With the global impact of coronavirus causing havoc with retail and hospitality, many food delivery companies have seen rapid growth in digital dishes being ordered
What is Aldi?
Aldi U.S. is headquartered in Batavia, Illinois, and opened its first US store in Iowa in 1976. Since then, the company has expanded to more than 1,900 stores across 36 states.
Yelp asks diners to be more 'empathetic' with restaurant reviews
Ratings services like Yelp have asked diners to be a little more understanding when it comes to reviewing restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus drives Papa John's continued sales growth
The Louisville, Kentucky-based pizza chain’s North American stores have seen three consecutive months of double-digit sales growth.
Bar owners worry as virus surges in their workplaces
Bar and restaurant owners fault bars that ignored rules, and officials for a lack of guidance and support.
Mrs. Butterworth's, Aunt Jemima, Uncle Ben's phasing out racial brand images
Conagra Brands announces it is reviewing its Mrs. Butterworth's brand, following announcements that Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben's would phase out their racial stereotypes.
Amazon expands SNAP partnership covering 90% of beneficiaries
People in 36 states can use their benefits to shop for groceries on the e-commerce site.
Mars rebranding Uncle Ben's rice as company seeks end to racial bias
Mars Inc. said it will change its “Uncle Ben” rice mascot in response to criticism from consumers who said it’s based on racist stereotypes.