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
A new scientific study says milk made without cows could use far less land than conventional dairy, adding fresh evidence to a fast-moving animal-free dairy sector. The findings arrive as startups and ingredient makers push products that use fermentation or cell culture instead of livestock. Continue Reading
A new randomized clinical trial found that daily tomato paste intake was linked to modest improvements in selective attention and associative memory in healthy adults. The findings add to growing interest in lycopene-rich foods, but researchers said the study was small and does not prove long-term brain benefits. Continue Reading
Lidl’s bakery section is drawing renewed attention for one of its most recognizable European-style pastries: pastéis de nata. The Portuguese custard tart has become a standout item as shoppers continue to single out the chain’s bakery for value and variety. Continue Reading
Heinz has expanded its Simply ketchup line with two permanent flavors, Simply Pickle and Simply Spicy, now rolling out nationwide in 13.5-ounce bottles. The pickle version stands out for using acidified cucumber juice, giving pickle fans a new option built on the brand’s cane-sugar Simply formula. Continue Reading