Mission Foods plans to permanently close its Pueblo, Colorado, tortilla plant on October 13, 2026, after stopping production on August 14. The shutdown affects 90 workers and could reshape where some Southern Colorado families see the brand move through local distribution. Continue Reading
Researchers and companies in Australia and the U.K. are moving spent coffee grounds from cafes toward bricks, panels and concrete, with some projects already in pilot use. For households, it is one more sign that food waste from daily routines may end up in home building materials rather than landfills. Continue Reading
Chef Patrick O’Connell’s first memoir, Main, Middle & Gay, went on sale September 15, 2026. The title comes from the three streets that frame the Inn at Little Washington, tying the book directly to one of America’s best-known restaurant destinations. Continue Reading
Starbucks said it will close about 250 coffeehouses in North America later this week after reviewing stores that could not meet financial goals or fit its updated cafe model. The company has not released a public list of the specific locations. Continue Reading
Burger King said it is still testing voice AI in about 50 to 70 drive-thrus, but it is changing course after finding some customers want an easier way to order from a person. The shift matters for families because drive-thru speed only helps if ordering still feels simple. Continue Reading
TIG Reaper, a seven-unit Dave’s Hot Chicken franchisee, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Sept. 21 and says Bank Midwest interfered with a proposed sale worth about $30 million. The restaurants remain open, but the case shows how franchise debt fights can spill into everyday dining options for local families. Continue Reading
Some of the most repeated stories in food history are more legend than fact. From Marie Antoinette’s infamous quote to the true roots of the fortune cookie, the record is far messier than popular memory suggests. Continue Reading
Long before modern snack aisles exploded with options, a handful of quirky, heavily marketed treats defined after-school eating in America. These 10 vanished ’70s favorites once felt unstoppable, but most eventually slipped out of stores and into nostalgia. Continue Reading
A meta-analysis published September 22 found that each additional 100 grams of ultra-processed food a day was associated with a 3% higher risk of death from any cause. For U.S. households, that amount is roughly a small bag of corn chips, a small box of candy or a single-serve cup of mini cookies. Continue Reading
Olive Garden said consumer concern over a major cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce disrupted one of its biggest summer promotions, even though the chain was not tied to the contaminated product. The fallout showed up in weaker same-store sales and a marketing pivot during the quarter. Continue Reading