McDonald’s testing AI-powered drive-thrus: What to know
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
McDonald’s is testing a new AI-powered drive-thru system called Archy. Here's what to know.
Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.
Scientists reveal why you're probably throwing away meat too soon
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.
National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
Customer caught on camera putting hair in food before complaining, restaurant says
A restaurant in northern England says surveillance footage captured a customer placing a hair into a child's macaroni and cheese before later complaining.
A restaurant in northern England says surveillance footage captured a customer placing a hair into a child's macaroni and cheese before later complaining.
Red Lobster in Times Square closing after more than 20 years
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
After a 23-year run, the Red Lobster in Times Square is officially shutting its doors.
Costco grape plants spark fears of devastating threat to American farms
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Grape plants sold at several Costco locations in California may pose a serious threat to California vineyards and agriculture after inspectors discovered an invasive insect.
Tomato sticker shock: Here's how much prices have climbed
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
Tomato prices have emerged as one of the biggest drivers of grocery sticker shock, climbing sharply over the past year.
Ayesha Curry’s International Smoke San Francisco quietly closes
International Smoke San Francisco, the restaurant founded by Ayesha Curry and Chef Michael Mina , quietly closed its doors.
International Smoke San Francisco, the restaurant founded by Ayesha Curry and Chef Michael Mina , quietly closed its doors.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Michelin Guide selects 7 restaurants in Bay Area for California guide
The Michelin Guide selected new restaurants for the California guide this month. There were seven restaurants chosen in the Bay Area that won the approval of Michelin inspectors.
The Michelin Guide selected new restaurants for the California guide this month. There were seven restaurants chosen in the Bay Area that won the approval of Michelin inspectors.
Oakland’s Lakeshore District brings back the street fair
Oakland’s Lakeshore neighborhood is bringing back the street festival tradition in a big way. The inaugural Lakeshore Spring Festival takes over Lakeshore Avenue on Saturday, May 30th with two stages of live music, outdoor dining, local vendors, family activities and community celebrations all day long.
Oakland’s Lakeshore neighborhood is bringing back the street festival tradition in a big way. The inaugural Lakeshore Spring Festival takes over Lakeshore Avenue on Saturday, May 30th with two stages of live music, outdoor dining, local vendors, family activities and community celebrations all day long.
USDA: Health alert for beef served at The Kebab Shop restaurants due to possible E. Coli contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for beef kofta products served at The Kebab Shop restaurant locations in three states due to possible E. coli contamination.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for beef kofta products served at The Kebab Shop restaurant locations in three states due to possible E. coli contamination.
Diet change tied to ‘younger’ biological age in older adults after 4 weeks
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Diets rich in complex carbohydrates and plant-based components showed the most pronounced improvements
Oakland's Bake Sum bakery is getting a cookbook — and a new location in Alameda
Bake Sum has built a devoted following in the East Bay with its "Asian Americana" approach to pastry — drawing on Pan-Asian culinary traditions and mashing them together into something entirely new.
Bake Sum has built a devoted following in the East Bay with its "Asian Americana" approach to pastry — drawing on Pan-Asian culinary traditions and mashing them together into something entirely new.
Inside Oakland's Bake Sum Bakery
Joyce Tang pivoted to a pop-up called “Bake Sum,” serving creative Asian American treats that quickly built a devoted following across the east bay. Now, six years later, Oakland's Bake Sum has earned national buzz, a “best bakery in the east bay” title from nosh readers, a brand-new cookbook — and a second east bay location. Joyce Tang, owner of Bake Sum, shares here story.
Joyce Tang pivoted to a pop-up called “Bake Sum,” serving creative Asian American treats that quickly built a devoted following across the east bay. Now, six years later, Oakland's Bake Sum has earned national buzz, a “best bakery in the east bay” title from nosh readers, a brand-new cookbook — and a second east bay location. Joyce Tang, owner of Bake Sum, shares here story.
PepsiCo expected to increase prices on small chip bags, report says
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
A new report says that PepsiCo will raise prices on some products after earlier price cuts boosted sales and helped regain customers.
Whole Foods issues soup recall due to possible shrimp contamination
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
A recall has been issued for a popular soup sold at Whole Foods Market that was found to potentially contain undeclared shrimp, posing a serious health risk for people with shellfish allergies.
Sunnyvale massive food delivery
One truck. Millions of meals. A coordinated push across California, see how JustServe and local nonprofits are moving food and hope into communities facing rising food insecurity. : Marie Bernard, executive director of Sunnyvale Community Services, gives insight.
One truck. Millions of meals. A coordinated push across California, see how JustServe and local nonprofits are moving food and hope into communities facing rising food insecurity. : Marie Bernard, executive director of Sunnyvale Community Services, gives insight.
This East Bay city is getting a popular ramen restaurant, further elevating its status as a dining destination
A popular Japanese ramen chain is about to open a new restaurant in an East Bay city that has emerged as a top Bay Area foodie destination.
A popular Japanese ramen chain is about to open a new restaurant in an East Bay city that has emerged as a top Bay Area foodie destination.