McDonald’s halts dine-in service reopening plans due to spike in US COVID-19 cases

The announcement from the fast-food chain comes as multiple areas across the country are reinforcing lockdown restrictions in efforts to clamp down on surging COVID-19 cases.

Frozen foods are having a culinary moment thanks to the pandemic

Frozen foods have proven to be no-fuss items that are quick to get on the table. They're affordable options that last a long time. And they can be healthy alternatives, especially when other options don't exist. That might be why at the beginning of the pandemic, some frozen foods were so tough to get.

California 'Black is beautiful' beer inspires delicious dark brew and raises social awareness

Nineteen craft breweries in the region have joined the nationwide "Black is Beautiful" beer initiative. It has grown from one brewer's call for social justice into an international movement. The idea took off, with more than 900 breweries in all 50 states and 17 countries now taking up the cause.

Chuck E Cheese files for bankruptcy as coronavirus shutdowns continue

Chuck E Cheese, the restaurant chain that became a Mecca for children and a crucible for many of their parents, is filing for bankruptcy protection

Judge: Oakland McDonald's to stay closed for now after COVID-19 outbreak

A judge has ordered the McDonald's on Telegraph Avenue in Oakland should stay closed until the court rules on the owner's health safety practices, according to the East Bay Times.  

Hundreds test positive for COVID-19 at Tyson Foods plant in Arkansas

Tyson Foods is looking into reports that China’s customs agency has suspended poultry imports from a Tyson facility in the United States after coronavirus cases were confirmed among its employees.

Eskimo Pie to rename its 'derogatory' brand name

The owner of Eskimo Pie is changing its name and marketing of the nearly century-old chocolate-covered ice cream bar, the latest brand to reckon with racially charged logos and marketing.

Momolicious food truck stolen in Emeryville

It’s a major setback for a small business struggling to survive. The owners of Momolicious food truck said their truck was stolen Wednesday night from a private lot in Emeryville.

South Bay and Peninsula cities closing streets for more outdoor dining

With a mask on his face and chairs in his hands, Palo Alto restauranteur Michael Oliverio is setting up for the next stage of COVID-19 recovery.