Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost

Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.

Indiana judge rules tacos and burritos are ‘Mexican-style sandwiches’ in zoning dispute

An Indiana judge ruled that tacos and burritos are “Mexican-style sandwiches,” allowing Martin Quintana to open his second The Famous Taco location in Fort Wayne despite zoning restrictions.

Black Restaurant Week kicks off in San Francisco Bay Area

Black Restaurant Week kicks off in the San Francisco Bay Area on Friday, and minority-owned business leaders are hoping for an uptick in customers as they highlight their array of rich cuisine. 

Tacos El Califa de León, Mexico City taco stand, awarded Michelin star

Tacos El Califa de León owner Arturo Rivera Martínez may be the only Michelin-rated chef to say that the best beverage to accompany his food is a “Coke."

Inflation forces Palo Alto Chinese restaurant to close after 38 years

Regulars at a Chinese restaurant in Palo Alto savored their final meals from the long-running establishment that has been forced to close its doors due to inflation.

Yogi tea bags recalled over excess pesticide residues

Tens of thousands of Yogi tea bags have been recalled over excess pesticide residues, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

'One chip challenge' caused teen's death, autopsy concludes

The "one chip challenge" tested one’s ability to eat the spicy chip without drinking any liquids to relieve the burning sensation.

McDonald's $5 meal deal: More details reported in plan to lure customers

McDonald’s is launching a new $5 meal deal promo to help lure in price-conscious customers. Here’s when it will start, according to reports citing internal emails.

Market Hall Foods in Berkeley to close its doors

It will be the end of an era later this month when an East Bay favorite, Market Hall Foods, closes its Berkeley location.

Red Lobster in Rohnert Park auctions off entire restaurant

Ovens, refrigerators, tables and even a lobster tank-- they're all being sold in bulk in an auction this week prompted by the abrupt closure of the Red Lobster in Rohnert Park and other U.S. locations. Latest check shows a bid of $900.

Consumers buying more chicken as inflation continues

With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.

Red Lobster reportedly closing dozens of US restaurants: See the closure list

Red Lobster has closed at least 48 locations across the U.S. as the seafood restaurant chain faces financial trouble, according to a restaurant liquidator who is holding an online auction.

Snoop Dogg's 'Gin & Juice' drink brand to sponsor college football bowl game

The Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl Presented by Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop will be played at Arizona Stadium in Tucson on Dec. 28. It's expected to feature teams from the Mountain West Conference and Mid-American Conference.