Food and Drinks

A summer BBQ for 10 now costs $161 on average, with hamburger beef prices up 14% as inflation squeezes American household budgets this grilling season.

Rich Products Corp. recalls over 160,000 pounds of Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers sold in 21 states due to possible metal piece contamination.

As New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani charges ahead with his municipal grocery store efforts, councilmembers are pushing to require city grocery stores by law.

Texas restaurateur Jim Hallers warns Congress that NFL streaming fragmentation threatens sports bars, citing $30,000 to $40,000 upgrade costs per venue.

Chick-fil-A's new Mac & Cheese Kids Meal is now available nationwide, offering the chain's popular macaroni and cheese as a standalone entrée for younger diners.

Omaha Steaks CEO says ranchers must retain female cattle for breeding, delaying supply recovery as America's beef crisis persists amid strong demand.

Papa Johns follows through on plans to close 300 stores, targeting franchise-owned locations generating less than $600,000 in annual sales by 2027.

Chick-fil-A expands with a delivery-only kitchen in Miami's Wynwood area, creating about 30 jobs and serving customers mostly through third-party apps.

Wendy's announces Minions & Monsters meal starting June 15 with themed adult and kids meals, exclusive collectible toys and a new Banana Frosty Swirl.

Jacob Smith, 20, faces multiple surgeries after a co-worker allegedly hurled hot cooking oil at him during a shift at a Northern California McDonald's.

McDonald's is testing ArchIQ, a new AI order-taking system at five locations, as part of its McDonald's Next strategy announced by CEO Chris Kempczinski.

Christian Pulisic partnered with Hershey's for limited-edition chocolate bars honoring the U.S. soccer star ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil.

A disagreement over seating arrangements at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort escalated into a confrontation that ended with a guest facing multiple criminal charges.

BODYARMOR FIT launched as a sparkling sports drink with electrolytes, caffeine and zero sugar for everyday active hydration beyond workouts, championed by Bengals QB Joe Burrow.

McDonald's announces its new NEXT strategy focused on automation, better food, social media marketing, and raising hospitality standards companywide.

Yum Brands is reportedly discussing a potential sale of Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, a deal that could reshape the restaurant sector amid weaker demand.

The seafood chain is shutting down its flagship Times Square location after more than two decades, pointing to prolonged construction disruptions and redevelopment plans.

Burger King brings back Crown Nuggets after 15 years, answering fan demands for the nostalgic crown-shaped chicken nuggets starting June 2 nationwide.

Frozen Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread sold at Costco is recalled over potential salmonella concerns linked to a recalled milk powder ingredient.

California agricultural officials are warning residents not to plant certain grape vines sold at Costco after inspectors discovered the glassy-winged sharpshooter.