Sriracha shortage likely looms again as Huy Fong halts production
Huy Fong Foods has halted sriracha production due to a severe chili shortage caused by drought in Mexico, leading to a potential repeat of last year's supply disruptions and price surges on the resale market.
Bud Light sales still suffering in US a year after controversy
Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light brand has still not recovered in the U.S. more than a year since the beverage giant's controversial partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney sparked a boycott of the beer.
A $400 red pineapple? Meet this rare designer fruit from Costa Rica
Fresh Del Monte's Rubyglow, a $400 pineapple created by crossbreeding conventional and red-purple Morada varieties, offers a luxurious and strikingly unique fruit experience.
Panera discontinuing caffeinated 'Charged Lemonade' after lawsuits
Panera Bread's caffeinated "Charged Lemonade" beverages will be discontinued after the company faced lawsuits blaming the beverage for health issues and wrongful deaths.
Mother’s Day 2024: Best deals and freebies to treat mom
Many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Mother's Day deals and freebies to make your celebration both delicious and economical.
Michelin adds 5 restaurants to California Guide
Michelin added five new Southern California restaurants to its California guide on Tuesday.
Instacart, Uber Eats team up to offer restaurant delivery
Instacart and Uber Eats have joined forces to offer restaurant delivery services to customers in the U.S.
Free Dunkin’ coffee offered to all nurses on National Nurses Day 2024
Nurses can get a free medium hot or iced coffee on May 6, 2024, at Dunkin’. Here’s what to know.
As summer approaches, so does California law that will drive restaurant menu prices higher
California restaurant owners are bracing for a new law they say will force them to hike prices, again.
LIST: 5 weekend getaway destinations near Los Angeles
Even Angelenos have to get out of the city sometimes. Here's where to take your next weekend trip.
US pickle shortage tied to extreme weather in Mexico
The U.S. imports over a million tons of fresh cucumbers a year. Mexico is the second largest exporter of cucumbers in the world.
Chipotle giving away free burritos to health care workers: How to get yours
Chipotle is giving away 100,000 burritos to health care workers around the country. Here's who qualifies and how to register.
New Krispy Kreme rewards program kicks off with free donuts for two weeks
Krispy Kreme is launching its most generous rewards program to date, providing a free dozen glazed donuts to both new and existing members, with special deals including free coffee and donuts running through May 11.
Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy
How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.
Special surcharges to become illegal in California restaurants
As of July 1, it will be illegal for any restaurant in the Golden State to add special surcharges to diners' checks, which has become a favorite method that restaurants use to lower costs and enhance employee incomes.
Walnuts sold in California linked to E. Coli outbreak
The Gibson Farms walnut pieces were distributed in Brentwood, Compton, Culver City and in San Diego County, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Verve Coffee Roasters goes plastic-free with sustainable, clay to-go cups
The new plastic-free coffee cup line is part of Verve Coffee Roaster's partnership with technology company GaeaStar.
McDonald's looking to beef up with larger burgers
McDonald’s is looking to potentially beef up its offerings with a bigger burger.
Walnuts recalled amid E. coli outbreak in multiple states, CDC says
An E. coli outbreak connected to organic walnuts has prompted a warning from the CDC, as well as a recall. The walnuts were sold at retailers in at least 19 states.
8 SoCal restaurants named among Yelp's top 100 brunch spots
Eight Southern California restaurants ranked on Yelp's list of top 100 brunch spots in the U.S. Did yours make the list?