More than 100 pets died, over 200 sickened from recalled pet food, FDA says
Earlier this month, the company expanded its recall "out of an abundance of caution" to include pet food products containing corn that were manufactured in the company’s Oklahoma manufacturing plant and have an expiration date on or before July 9, 2022.
Americans drinking more tequila at home buoys Diageo
Diageo has set up virtual brand stores on Amazon and more broadly says it is working to make its brands easier to find and buy online
McDonald's earnings miss estimates as Europe lockdowns squash sales
McDonald’s said the restrictions were impacting markets abroad, particularly those with fewer drive-thru locations.
President Biden rejects poultry proposal that would increase chicken processing by 25%
President Joe Biden rejected a proposal that would have ramped up production at U.S. poultry plants by 25%.
Hotel chain turning kitchens into ‘digital food halls’ with culinary group partnership
Chicago-based hotel chain Graduate Hotels has partnered with culinary group C3 to develop “Graduate Food Halls” at all its locations.
California restaurant owner suing Newsom says 'he has to feel the pain' for 'reckless decisions'
California restaurant owner Angela Marsden argued on Wednesday that Gov. Gavin Newsom must be “held accountable” for his “reckless decisions" amid the coronavirus pandemic.
As GOP lawmakers plan to help NYC restaurants, Gov. Cuomo hints at indoor dining update
Republican lawmaker's revealed efforts to aid NYC restaurant owners.
Before Super Bowl, Coors Light creates commercial to trigger dreams of a beer ad
Even your dreams will come with commercial breaks now.
Starbucks notches improved sales, but faces major departure in executive suite
Starbucks said Tuesday that sales were recovering in China in particular even as the pandemic has necessitated continued store closures elsewhere
Cici’s Pizza declares bankruptcy, reaches deal to sell beleaguered chain to investors
The growing popularity of food delivery has been a problem for Cici’s, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many diners across the country to stay home.
Martha Stewart launches line of cannabis munchies for dogs
Martha Stewart launched a line of cannabis-infused pet snacks and oils Tuesday.
Champagne loses its fizz as pandemic hits sales
Champagne fell flat last year, with sales tumbling as the pandemic forced drinking venues to close and celebratory events were put on ice
Olive Garden parent company to offer paid time off for employees to get COVID-19 vaccine
Darden Restaurant Inc., which owns Olive Garden, among others, is extending the offer to all of its employees.
New York restaurant association demands reopening of indoor dining in NYC, later curfew as other cities ease restrictions
Gov. Cuomo on Monday said New York City restaurants will remain closed for indoor dining as industry urges for eased restrictions.
PepsiCo, Beyond Meat partner to develop plant-based snacks, drinks
The new partnership will leverage Beyond Meat’s development team and PepsiCo’s distribution and marketing channels, the companies said.
Gas service to remain shut off at Long Beach's Restauration despite Newsom lifting California's stay-at-home order
Gas service to Long Beach's Restauration will remain cut off despite California Gov. Gavin Newsom's decision to lift the state's Regional Stay at Home order on Monday.
Coca-Cola with Coffee launches nationwide with 2 options
The Coca-Cola Company has launched its newest caffeinated beverage nationwide.
Chipotle to air first Super Bowl ad, highlighting local farmers
The spot, which will run during the second quarter of Super Bowl LV, will showcase a young boy who is seen rhetorically asking, Can a Burrito Change the World?."
California lifting coronavirus restrictions is ‘one little step towards recovery’: Restaurant owner
Wine Country Coalition spokesperson Cynthia Ariosta shares her reaction to California lifting coronavirus restrictions in the state.
Budweiser won't air Super Bowl ads, will use funds for COVID vaccine support instead
Budweiser, for the first time in nearly four decades, will forgo airing its iconic commercials during the Super Bowl. Instead, the brand will donate the money allocated for its yearly commercials to the Ad Council and COVID Collaborative Vaccine Education Initiative, a public health communication campaign and additional efforts to support vaccine adoption efforts



















