Heinz launches ketchup using tomatoes grown in ‘Mars-like conditions’ into space

The “Marz Edition” ketchup is part of the Kraft Heinz Company’s larger goal to learn how to grow food in difficult environments while studying the possibilities of long-term food production outside of Earth.

California fast-food workers rally over wages, better working conditions

Fast-food workers in Southern California are joining hundreds of others across the state to rally over wages and better working conditions.

New additions offer ‘Old Hollywood’ experience at Musso & Frank’s

For the first time in more than 60 years, iconic Hollywood restaurant Musso & Frank Grill officially expanded its dining area, introducing four private dining rooms with special access entrances.

Chefmaker: Orange County making big impact for aspiring chefs

Aspiring chefs in Orange County are getting free hands-on experience with restauranteurs, thanks to a program being offered by the Latino Restaurant Association.  

Industrial chemicals found in some fast food: study

Cheese pizza was found to have the lowest levels of most chemicals, according to the study.

National Chocolate Day: Decadent tour of chocolateries in Beverly Hills

It is·National Chocolate Day on Thursday, did you know Beverly Hills has a higher concentration of luxury chocolate shops per square mile than New York City, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco or any other major city in the United States?

Newsom weighs in on controversy over In-N-Out's vaccine stance

One Bay Area In-N-Out was shut down and another is currently under investigation for violating county health ordinances.

Tropicana announces orange juice-friendly toothpaste

Tropicana Toothpaste that will not ruin orange juice is coming. But fans will have to enter to win the limited edition product.

Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply

While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.

Kellogg’s sued for $5M over alleged lack of strawberries in Pop-Tarts

An Illinois woman claims Kellogg’s engaged in deceptive advertising by not clearly showing strawberry Pop-Tarts have other ingredients in them.

Salmonella outbreak linked to salami sticks sold at Trader Joe's, CDC says

A multi-state salmonella outbreak has prompted the CDC to ask the public not to eat Citterio-brand Premium Italian-Style Salame Sticks and advise businesses to stop selling them.

Schools forced to limit lunch options amid nationwide supply chain crisis

School meal programs are facing food shortages and supply delays that may cause officials to limit the breakfast and lunch options for students.

Grocery shoppers feel the hit as food prices skyrocket nationwide

According to data from the Consumer Price Index, food prices rose 4.6% since September 2020. Meat prices were up 12.6%, fish and seafood prices rose by 10.7%.

Inland Empire consumers face the nation’s highest inflation rate

The Consumer Price Index, which measures the average change paid by consumers for goods and services, reports inflation rates for Riverside and San Bernardino counties quadrupled to an annual rate of 6.8% in September.