Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers

McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.

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.

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.

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.

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.