Fish stick shortage could hit US amid customs dispute

A customs dispute at the U.S.-Canada border is threatening America’s supply of a key fish used for popular products like fish sticks and fast food sandwiches.

McDonald's offering free ‘thank you’ breakfast to educators Oct. 11-15

Just as it did with first responders and health care workers last year, McDonald’s will give a free Thank You Meal to teachers, administrators and school staff this week.

Man orders 100 tacos on first date, asks woman to pay for them

First dates can be awkward, but a woman on TikTok shared a unique horror story that has since gone viral. It seems the man she met on a dating app really, really liked Taco Bell tacos.

California extends cocktails-to-go and outdoor dining rules

The COVID-19 pandemic has had lasting effects on California's economy, with many businesses and restaurants still struggling to recover. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed three bills into law Friday aimed at helping restaurants get back on their feet.

Would you eat an It's It with a spoon?

Would you eat an It's-It with a spoon? Some on social media say that's the way to go. Others say "no way."

Government report finds ‘alarming levels’ of heavy metals in more baby foods

A new report by a U.S. House panel reveals “alarming levels” of toxic heavy metals in “even more” baby foods despite previous warnings to some baby food manufacturers.

The McRib returns to McDonald's, again

McDonald’s gave fans of the McRib a reason to look forward to November. On Twitter, the company announced that the sandwich will return on Nov. 1.

National Coffee Day deals and freebies you won’t want to miss

These companies are roasting up some great deals for National Coffee day that coffee lovers won’t want to miss.

California lawmakers want to keep outdoor dining, parklets around post-COVID

The change in seasons prompted some Los Gatos businesses to modify the new staple on many Bay Area city streets — outdoor dining parklets.

Grubstake diner project could feed SF's housing need, supporters say

The historic Grubstake diner's fate is in the hands of San Francisco board members once again as a housing redevelopment saga continues.

Latino community's food trucks part of Santa Rosa neighborhood revitalization

Officials are marking construction of the Mitote Food Park, a permanent home for food trucks. The space will offer picnic tables and a stage to make it a gathering space for Latinx culture.

Why San Francisco won't let a taqueria expand to North Beach

A popular taqueria in San Francisco's Mission District will not be allowed to open a new location in  North Beach.