Publix has officially started its 2026 fall rollout, led by a Sept. 1 bakery launch and an August debut for limited-edition fall ice creams. The seasonal assortment includes several new pumpkin items alongside returning favorites already showing up in stores across the Southeast. Continue Reading
A resurfaced Giada De Laurentiis potato technique is drawing fresh attention in 2026 for its unusually crisp finish. The method relies on baking halved potatoes cut-side down over a thin layer of butter, Parmesan and seasonings, creating a browned cheese crust as the potatoes roast. Continue Reading
Ray’s Seafood Market & Restaurant in Essex Junction served its final meal on September 12, ending a family-run Vermont business that traced its roots to 1949. The closure leaves Essex Junction without one of its longest-running seafood destinations as the family says retail operations will not continue. Continue Reading
Off Camber Brewing in Puyallup is scheduled to close on September 26, 2026, ending nearly nine years in business. Owner James Brandt said the closure comes as he retires after more than 20 years in the beer industry. Continue Reading
A widely cited fries ranking still putting In-N-Out at No. 1 is drawing fresh attention in 2026 as chains keep battling over one of fast food’s most scrutinized side items. The list was based on more than 40,000 Yelp reviews across 21 major chains, with McDonald’s landing far below the top spot. Continue Reading
California lawmakers are advancing a first-in-the-nation plan to phase ultra-processed foods out of public school meals, and some parents are questioning how the rules will work in practice. The proposal would start a phaseout in 2028 and set a full ban in 2032 under a state-defined standard. Continue Reading
One of Wendy’s largest U.S. franchise operators has filed for Chapter 11, putting 314 restaurants across 15 states under new financial scrutiny. Company filings say stores will stay open for now, but additional closures or sales are still under review. Continue Reading
USDA has raised its 2026/27 U.S. soybean production forecast to 4.5 billion bushels, a level that would rank among the country’s biggest harvests. Much of that supply is moving beyond obvious uses like cooking oil and into emulsifiers, shortenings, and processed foods where soy often appears in less visible forms on ingredient labels. Continue Reading
Dolly Parton’s name is now attached to a new cocktail-centered promotion, extending her fast-growing presence in food and beverage. The rollout is drawing attention because it blends celebrity branding, hospitality events, and a broader push into drinks. Continue Reading
The Trump administration has moved beyond tariffs and ordered import bans on selected Canadian alcohol and dairy products after accusing Canada of maintaining discriminatory trade policies. The new action affects products ranging from packaged beer and wine to whey and molasses, with different effective dates for bans and tariff changes. Continue Reading