McDonald's restaurants in North Carolina violated child labor law: Labor Department
The government agency also said the employer violated the Fair Labor Standards Act's record-keeping mandates by failing to show proof of age for the majority of its minor employees.
Burger King vegans' lawsuit over Impossible Whopper dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit accusing Burger King of deceiving vegan, vegetarian and other customers into thinking it cooked the plant-based patties for its "Impossible Whopper" on different grills than those used to cook beef and chicken.
Popsicle vendor accused of cultural appropriation by Chicago community
A vegan popsicle and ice cream vendor has been pressured to stop serving its products in a public park due to some in the community who feel the brand’s use of a push cart should be considered cultural appropriation.
Coronavirus worries mean only 42% of Americans would dine out in next 2 months: Study
Less than half of Americans are willing to dine out while the coronavirus is present, a new survey found.
Wendy’s launches rewards program for fans to earn free food
Digital sales have been a key driver for many fast-food chains in the coronavirus pandemic.
NJ Starbucks employee spit in cops' drinks, police say
An employee at a Starbucks in New Jersey was charged Monday with spitting in cops’ drinks, according to reports.
Verizon, Walmart partner for exclusive Yahoo Mail grocery shopping venture
Verizon Media announced it has partnered with Walmart for a unique grocery shopping venture that allows Yahoo Mail users to purchase their food staples online.
Red Bull fired top US executives after document leak: Report
The Austrian company behind Red Bull energy drinks reportedly fired two top executives in its North American segment over internal strife about how to respond to the Black Lives Matter movement.
Costco customers campaign to bring back sheet cakes
The product was removed from store shelves in late May but Costco members are backing a Change.org petition urging the retailer to change course.
Coronavirus sees Panera's loyalty program grow to 40M members
Panera's program, one way the company has been able to cater to its guests during the pandemic, has grown to such heights due to the coffee subscription program, which has roughly 800,000 subscribers to date.
TGI Fridays now selling raw meat to cook at home
Home chefs can officially recreate the restaurant experience from the comfort of their kitchen.
Cheez-It launches rosé wine and cracker snack pack
Cheez-It is offering a one-stop package of House Wine's Rosé and Cheeze-It white cheddar crackers.
Starbucks revamping rewards program, app this fall
The Seattle-based java giant is updating its Rewards loyalty program this fall, the chain announced Tuesday, allowing members to earn rewards points in the form of stars with their debit or credit cards, cash or mobile payments.
Danny Meyer ending no-tipping policy at NYC restaurants
Meyer said that while tips will now go to front-of-house workers, the restaurant group will share revenue for kitchen staff as well.
Aldi to open 70 new stores by year's end
While it works to expand its store count, Aldi CEO Jason Hart said the company is lowering prices on some items as U.S. food prices continue to increase.
King Arthur Flour changes its name, logo in rebrand
The oldest and first flour company in the country is changing its name -- slightly.
Coca-Cola profit drops 32% as coronavirus shutdowns sink restaurant sales
Coca-Cola profit plunged 32 percent as resetaurant sales suffered from COVID-19 lockdowns.
Hostess recalls Raspberry Zingers over potential mold
Snack company Hostess has voluntarily recalled a selection of its Raspberry Zingers due to potential mold growth that can occur before the baked item’s best-by date.
Winn-Dixie reverses coronavirus face mask policy, will require customers to wear them in stores
Southern-based grocery chain had said mask policies create friction between customers and employees.
Whole Foods, Black Lives Matter coronavirus face-mask lawsuit underway
Whole Foods Market was sued on Monday by employees who accused the upscale grocery chain of punishing workers who wear “Black Lives Matter” face masks on the job.



















