Some of the country’s biggest food manufacturers are asking the U.S. Trade Representative to spare coffee, palm oil, spices and specialty rice from new tariffs. Their filings argue those ingredients cannot be grown in sufficient volume in the United States, so added duties would raise grocery costs rather than bring production home. Continue Reading
Federal food and health agencies are aligning new funding, nutrition standards, and chemical oversight around what Americans grow, buy, and eat. The latest actions tie farm practices, hospital meals, and food-safety regulation into a broader government strategy. Continue Reading
New USDA funding for farm-to-school grants and kitchen equipment is set to expand the use of local foods in school meals. The changes could affect what students see on cafeteria trays as districts add fresher ingredients and upgrade how meals are prepared. Continue Reading
Grocery stores may promise satisfaction, but that does not mean every item can go back without conditions. Food safety rules, state alcohol laws, and retailer exceptions all create hard limits shoppers often discover too late. Continue Reading
Customer complaints about missing burger components and incomplete orders have surfaced repeatedly around Culver’s locations, according to published accounts and social media posts cited in recent reporting. What is confirmed is a pattern of consumer frustration; what is not confirmed is how widespread the issue is across specific markets. Continue Reading
A viral receipt showing a $24.10 Five Guys order has renewed scrutiny of fast-casual pricing as burger, fries, and drink costs keep rising. The discussion highlights how inflation, labor expenses, and market-by-market pricing are reshaping what diners pay. Continue Reading
Steak ‘n Shake’s shift to self-service kiosks helped stabilize the company, but some longtime customers say the brand’s new operating model has changed the experience that once kept them coming back. Recent company filings and prior executive statements show the transformation is still unfolding. Continue Reading
Iowa’s most unusual restaurants turn local history, roadside scale and themed dining into destinations of their own. From a wrestling burger joint to a lunch counter hidden beneath a parking ramp, these five spots stand out for reasons beyond the menu. Continue Reading
A federal notice and state bag-fee policies are forcing some grocery shoppers to cover small but unavoidable checkout charges separately. The change is most visible for SNAP customers, who still cannot use benefits to pay for grocery bag fees. Continue Reading
Popeyes continues to draw strong demand for its fried chicken, but recent customer feedback has focused on one recurring problem: inconsistent service. Publicly available satisfaction data and company statements show operations remain a priority as the chain keeps expanding. Continue Reading