Red Lobster has message for fans after bankruptcy filing

Despite its bankruptcy filing, Red Lobster wrote a letter to its fans with a clear message about the future: it’s not going anywhere.

Competitive eater Takeru Kobayashi retires, shares health concerns

Takeru Kobayashi’s 20-year competitive eating career, which includes six Nathan's Hot Dog Eating championships, has come to an end as he deals with body damage concerns.

Nestlé launches food line targeting Ozempic, other weight-loss drug users

Nestlé is launching a line of food products tailored to people using weight-loss medication in an effort to capitalize on a market expected to reach $30 billion in the next six years. 

McDonald's offering free 6-piece nugget meal when ordered on app

McDonald's is offering a free 6-piece Chicken McNuggets meal on Wednesday, May 22, to customers who order through the McDonald's app, as part of their summer strategy to provide more value and attract app users, following their recent $5 meal deal announcement.

Lakeshore Café in Oakland closing after 22 years

A café in Oakland is closing its doors for good after serving the community for more than 20 years.

Red Lobster files for bankruptcy after dozens of restaurant closures

Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid rising costs and an all-you-can-eat shrimp deal that backfired.

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.