Starbucks workers union calls for walkouts at hundreds of stores ahead of holiday season
Workers United has called for thousands of employees at hundreds of Starbucks stores to walk out on Nov. 16, the coffee chain's "Red Cup Day," in demand of better working conditions.
San Francisco restaurant closings latest tough headline for embattled city
Crime, drug abuse and low tourism are reportedly driving restaurant owners on the popular Valencia Street out of business in the latest batch of rough headlines for the city.
Thanksgiving dinner in 2023 cheaper than last year, but prices remain at historic highs
A Thanksgiving feast for 10 people (with some leftovers) will be slightly cheaper this year compared to 2022 as turkey prices are more affordable heading into the holiday.
Deep-discount store chain offering 99-cent turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving: One day only
People will have the chance to score a turkey for 99 cents on Wednesday, Nov. 15, when 99 Cents Only Stores offer customers a chance to purchase a Thanksgiving turkey for 99 cents.
At least 22 toddlers made sick by fruit pouches with lead concerns, FDA and CDC say
The FDA and CDC said at least 22 children between ages 1-3 were reported to have elevated blood lead levels after consuming recalled cinnamon applesauce fruit pouch products.
Chipotle founder opening robot-powered, meat-free restaurants
Chipotle founder Steve Ells is returning to the industry with a new startup that will serve meat-free sandwiches in restaurants powered by robots and skeleton crews.
Pringles and The Caviar Co. selling $140 'Crisps and Caviar' box
The recognizable chip brand, Pringles, has teamed up with The Caviar Co. to create an elevated treat in a box for both the "caviar curious" and the "caviar connoisseurs."
Veterans Day 2023: Food deals, discounts and freebies for America's heroes
From Applebees to Chili's, Starbucks, IHOP and more, see 10 restaurants where veterans can dine for free and receive special discounts in honor of Veterans Day 2023.
Waffle House workers rally at corporate office, demanding better wages, working conditions
Waffle House workers from Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina rallied outside the company's corporate office to demand improved working conditions and better wages.
Rare Titanic first-class menu, pocket watch belonging to victim hit auction
An auction house in the United Kingdom will be listing two "unique" items up from the RMS Titanic. One is a first-class dinner menu, and the other is a victim's pocket watch.
Wendy's adds free chicken nuggets deal on Wednesdays for holiday season
Wendy’s is giving six chicken nuggets at no charge to customers who partake in a mid-week deal the chain has introduced. It applies to every Wednesday for the rest of the year.
Veteran-owned The General's Hot Sauce packs explosive flavor in grenade-shaped bottles
The General's Hot Sauce was founded by veterans in 2016. It has since been recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses in the nation as it supports veterans' causes.
Chick-fil-A to open 3,000th restaurant, donate $300K to celebrate milestone
Chick-fil-A is opening its 3,000th restaurant this week and will donate $3,000 to fight food insecurity and support education in celebration of the milestone.
DC mayor, DoorDash provides free dash cameras for delivery and ride-share drivers amid uptick of carjackings
Government in Washington, D.C., announced a new program, in conjunction with DoorDash, to provide free dash cameras for ride-share and delivery drivers.
Trader Joe’s shopper goes viral for recreating popular McDonald’s sandwich: 'Breakfast is served'
A Trader Joe's fan and shopper, Bree Green, has gone viral on TikTok after showing viewers how they can make the ultimate McDonald's breakfast sandwich, a McGriddle, at home.
Delta Air Lines backs flight attendant who denied passenger’s allergy accommodation
Delta Air Lines is backing one of its flight attendants, who is being accused of discrimination for failing to make allergy accommodations on a flight from New York City to San Diego.
Starbucks raising wages at least 3% starting Jan. 1
Starbucks says upcoming wage increases of at least three to five percent for eligible workers are part of a new and expanded job benefits package.
Tyson recalls 30K pounds of dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets
Tyson Foods announced the voluntary recall of about 30,000 pounds of dino-shaped chicken "fun nuggets" after some consumers reported finding small pieces of metal in the product.
Panera to lay off more than 300 corporate employees ahead of IPO
Panera is trimming its corporate headcount, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday. The move will reportedly impact 17% of staffers.
Oreo giving $100K in prizes to people who decorate early for the holidays
Oreo has announced that it's looking to dish out a total of $100,000 in prizes to people who decorate their homes for the holidays ahead of Thanksgiving. The giveaway begins Nov. 1.



















