Registered dietitians who shop Costco tend to fill their carts with staples that align with federal nutrition guidance: frozen fruit, yogurt, beans, grains, seafood, nuts, and practical convenience items. Recent product roundups and Costco listings show the appeal is less about “health halo” shopping and more about buying nutrient-dense basics in bulk. Continue Reading
McDonald’s is testing whether its digital screens can do more than sell burgers and fries. The company said a pilot at about 450 U.S. restaurants could help turn its menu boards and in-store displays into a new advertising business. Continue Reading
Seafood chains have faced years of closures and traffic pressure, but Long John Silver’s is still opening restaurants, remodeling older stores, and posting sales gains. The chain remains far smaller than its peak, yet recent company and industry reports show it is not standing still. Continue Reading
Inflammatory bowel disease is affecting more Americans, but treatment options and care strategies are also expanding fast. Heading into 2026, patients and families need to understand what is changing in diagnosis, therapy, nutrition, and long-term disease management. Continue Reading
DoorDash has agreed to pay $131.5 million to settle a New York City case over delivery worker pay. City officials said the company underpaid or delayed pay for more than 260,000 workers, while DoorDash said some errors stemmed from technical issues and disputes over how pay rules were applied. Continue Reading
KFC has unveiled a new “Open House” restaurant prototype in McKinney, Texas, positioning the design as a testing ground for a broader U.S. turnaround. The company says the location will help shape future decisions on restaurant layout, menu, digital ordering, and hospitality. Continue Reading
Carl’s Jr. has introduced the Angus Maximus, a new limited-time burger positioned as a bigger-value play in the fast-food burger race. The launch also comes with a promotional offer for rewards members as chains compete more aggressively on price, size, and quality. Continue Reading
The FDA on September 17 released its 2026 Food Code, a model rulebook used by regulators across the country to shape restaurant inspections and food safety standards. The update adds new illness policy requirements, allows double gloving in limited cases, and creates an alternative cooling pathway for some foods. Continue Reading
Blue Diamond Growers has carried out another round of layoffs at its Sacramento plant as the almond cooperative continues a phased shutdown first announced in 2025. State filings show the latest cuts took effect September 4, 2026, while the broader California closure remains underway. Continue Reading
Dutch Bros and 7 Brew have been battling in bankruptcy court for former Salad and Go drive-thru sites across four states. Court filings now show 7 Brew has the winning bid, though final approvals still determine what happens next at dozens of locations. Continue Reading