Endcap displays are built to grab attention, but retail and consumer research shows the products featured there are not automatically the lowest-priced options in the store. In many cases, the display is a paid placement designed to drive sales, not guarantee savings. Continue Reading
Several major grocers have rolled out summer price cuts on staples even as overall grocery inflation remains above pre-pandemic norms. The timing has drawn political attention, but the discounts now on shelves are largely retailer-led promotions tied to competition and consumer pressure. Continue Reading
Walmart shoppers in 15 states are being warned to check Marketside iceberg salad and shredded lettuce after Taylor Fresh Foods initiated a recall tied to possible Cyclospora contamination. The recall was announced July 17, 2026, and covers specific package sizes with best-if-used-by dates through August 3. Continue Reading
Record-high beef prices are forcing backyard cooks to rethink the grill, but giving beef less of the spotlight does not mean giving up flavor. Chicken, pork, beans, vegetables, and smarter burger blends can deliver a cookout that tastes indulgent while costing noticeably less. Continue Reading
A Haddonfield restaurant says two kitchen workers were taken into ICE custody on Monday, leaving the business short-staffed overnight. The owners say the restaurant remains open while they support the workers’ families and manage service delays. Continue Reading
Coca-Cola’s Fairlife dairy business temporarily halted U.S. production after a ransomware incident hit production-related systems. The disruption shows how a cyberattack can quickly affect a major food and beverage brand’s supply chain and store availability. Continue Reading
Early fears that GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic would cut restaurant demand are not showing up in the latest industry data. National restaurant surveys now indicate users of those medications are dining out more often, while ordering differently. Continue Reading
One of Popeyes’ largest franchise operators has transferred 97 restaurants to new owners after filing for Chapter 11. The sales cover locations in Florida and Georgia, while dozens of other stores still face an uncertain future. Continue Reading
Pennsylvania has lost five notable restaurant names in 2026, from chain-wide shutdowns to local lease-driven exits. The closures span Pittsburgh, King of Prussia, Washington County, and central Pennsylvania as bankruptcy, restructuring, and shifting traffic reshape the state’s dining map. Continue Reading
Pizza Hut is shrinking its U.S. footprint after Yum Brands said it would close about 250 underperforming domestic restaurants in the first half of 2026. California appears to be the hardest-hit state so far, though the company has not released a full closure list. Continue Reading